The Garrotxa Residence No 2

girona, costa brava
1 bedroom - 1 bath
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€106 per night (EUR)
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Perks for the Parents

This rural mountain apartment in a traditional farmhouse in the rugged Garrotxa region has sheep, geese, chickens, rabbits, play equipment and room to roam. It sleeps up to 2 adults and 1 to 2 kids. This is a tranquil place in a remote countryside location surrounded by volcanoes, valleys, mountains, medieval churches, and nature reserves. The view from the living space of the valley of Oix and the Pre-Pyrenees is a tonic for the soul. Travelling with extended family or friends? The Garrotxa Residence no 1 is a sister apartment that sleeps up to 4 guests.

Why Kids Love it

The kids have plenty of natural space to run around and play. There’s also a ping pong table and table football and tractor to play on. For the babies, a crib, high chair, baby toys and a baby bath can be provided on request. Kids of all ages will love the animals here and have fun picking warm chicken eggs for breakfast. There are sheep in the field nearby. Out and about there’s plenty to do – check out Mas La Coromina Farm (45 mins) where you can feed the cows and taste the milk, or take a horse-drawn carriage around the famous beech forest of Fageda d’en Jordà (35 mins), growing on lava flow from the Croscat volcano.

Things to Know

Minimum stay: 5 nights in high season, 2 nights at other times. There is parking space available at the property and free parking on the street. Car hire is essential to get around. Please note that there is no bath tub, but a baby bath can be provided. There is no air conditioning. Pets, parties and smoking are not allowed. Kids should take care around the electric fence for the sheep and climbing the stairs to the mezzanine-level bed (only suitable for kids over 6). The owners offer homemade jam, honey, eggs, dried fruit, bread and aromatic herbs that you can purchase during your stay and can provide wood for the fireplace.

About the Location

The residence is in the Garrotxa region of Spain, a rugged area on the eastern side of the Pyrenean foothills filled with deep valleys, cliffs, archaeological sites, farms, chapels, villages. It’s right next door to La Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park, one of the best preserved volcanic landscapes in Europe, with 40 inactive volcanoes. Take a hot air balloon flight over the volcanoes, hike to the center of volcano or learn more about them at the Volcano Museum in El Parc Nou gardens (35 minutes’ drive). The area is ideal for climbing and mountain biking with a network of bike trails. Girona Airport is an hour away; Barcelona El Prat airport is a 2-hour drive.

Accommodation Details

This top-floor 60 m² mountain apartment has one bedroom and 1 bathroom with a private entrance. There’s a living room and fully equipped kitchen (dishwasher, oven, microwave, coffee maker with coffee, fridge, toaster) and fireplace. There’s also a dining table seating 4. The double / full bedroom has a mezzanine level with an additional double / full bed reached by wooden stairs where 1 or 2 slightly older kids could sleep together. The family bathroom has a shower. Outside is a shaded private terrace with a table and chairs and a shared outdoor area with a garden and shared BBQ.

Style Notes

Rural, rustic, mountain heaven. This 12th century farmhouse has been furnished with all modern conveniences while retaining its historic feel. There are exposed stone walls and rustic wood beds. The quirky mezzanine bunk bed will be fun for 1 or 2 kids who enjoy climbing the stairs. There’s a private outdoor terrace with a shared BBQ grill to cook up local produce or simply relax and enjoy the peace and quiet. We love the walled, outdoor terrace partially shaded from the heat, the terracotta floor tiles and historic wooded front door, and the lovely garden with mountain views.

  • Air Conditioning
  • Baby Bath
  • Baby Monitor
  • Babysitter / Nanny
  • Backyard / Garden
  • Balcony
  • Bathtub
  • Bed Rails
  • Bicycles
  • Cabinet Locks
  • Changing Table
  • Chef / Catering
  • Children's Dinnerware
  • Corner Guards
  • DVD Library
  • DVD Player
  • Dishwasher
  • Elevator
  • Fireplace Guards
  • Game Console
  • High Chair
  • Housekeeper
  • Outlet Plugs
  • Parking
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Pool Gate
  • Stair Gates
  • Television
  • Toys / Children's Books
  • Washer / Dryer
  • Wifi
  • Window Guards
SLEEPS 4
2 full / double
sleeps 1
1 travel crib
Payment policy
When a host accepts your booking, we will automatically charge your card 30% of the total cost of the stay on acceptance if the check in date is more than 6 weeks away. We will send you a balance payment reminder at 6 weeks before check in and you will be required to submit your payment to finalise your reservation. If a host accepts your booking and the check in date is 6 weeks away or less, we will charge your card 100% of the total cost of the stay on acceptance.
Cancellation policy
For cancellations notified up to 6 weeks before the check in date, guests will receive a refund of any amount paid less 10% of the total cost of the booking. For cancellations notified at 6 weeks or less before the check in date, no refunds are given unless the host agrees. If a host does agree to a full or partial refund, this amount will be returned to the guest less 10% of the total cost of the booking. Some hosts will also allow a stay to be rescheduled. Guests should contact their host for further information regarding any request to change the dates of a stay.
Laia V.
Member since August 21, 2015
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Hi, I'm Laia! I'm an extroverted, friendly and optimistic girl. I love nature and the mountains silence and air. I like cooking, reading and hiking. As a host, I try to be useful and practical.

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