Superb 10th century villa with indoor & outdoor pools near Spanish Pyrenees

Nr Pyrenees, Lleida, Catalonia Property Ref: CA35

7 Bedrooms
Sleeps 14
Indoors & outdoors Pool
Property Ref: CA35

Make historical memories in this 10th century mountain villa an hour from Andorra. Indulge yourself to excellent facilities including: indoor heated pool, outdoor pool, gorgeous views, river swims... Sleeps 14.

Booking information for CA35

The outdoor swimming pool is open from early May to end of September (weather permitting). The indoor pool is heated and suitable for swims in colder months (water temperature: 29 to 35 degrees depending on time of year).
Obligatory costs not included, payable locally:
- Catalonia tourist tax must be paid to the keyholder on arrival. The tax is 1 euro per night for each person of 17 years and over (for the first 7 nights only).
Optional costs not included (facilities), payable locally:
- The heated indoor pool is available on request year-round. Heating costs 350 euros/week in colder months, up to 28/29 ºC in winter and 28/35 ºC the rest of the year. Payable locally.
Check-in time: from 17:00h to 22:00h; Check-out time: 11:00h
Pets may be permitted on previous request. Special restrictions normally apply. Please ask us.

Changeover day CA35

The changeover day is Friday at this property.

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From €434 per night

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Summary

Facilities

7 Bedrooms
9 Bathrooms
Sleeps 14

Enjoyment

WiFi Internet; Large Flat TV / DVD; Sat TV (Astra channels); TV room; Hi-Fi (2); Indoor heated pool 7 m x 3 m with WC & shower; Gated outdoor pool 9 m x 3 m (irregular shape, 1 - 1,60 m deep); Sunloungers; Furnished porch and terraces; Covered barbecue / area / terrace with 100 m2 dining area (which includes sink, small dishwasher and fridge); Lawned gardens; Children´s play area; Well equipped Gym with Music system, Sauna & Hydrotherapy shower; Amusement arcade (with snooker, table tennis, table soccer).

Self catering

5 ring hob; Oven; Dishwasher; Microwave; Fridge / freezers (2); Kettle; Coffee making facilities; Juicer.

Practicalities

Central heating; Open fireplaces (2); A reasonable amount of firewood is included; Air conditioning (in main dining / living area); Washing machine; Iron & board; Hairdryers (2); Cot & Highchair (on request); Bed & linen included (no pool towels, please bring your own); Certified professional rodent & insect control; Private parking.

Notes on Facilities

The indoor heated swimming pool has a water temperature of 28-29 degrees throughout the year. The room temperature is around 30 degrees in Winter and slightly higher in Summer.

The property has its own fascinating little private museum with all the stories of the farmhouse. Please ask the property manager to see it or have access to it.

Extras

Special hygiene protocols (similar to those taken by hotels or hospitals) will be undertaken following the Covid-19 outbreak. This exceptional cleaning process will include antiviral treatment inside the property before guests check-in.
Diary rubbish collection is included.
Additional cleaning is available on request and at an additional cost.
Catering services are available on request and at an additional cost.

Layout

On several levels

Lower levels (original 10th century wing)

Large reception; Gym; Sauna; WC; TV room; Amusement arcade.

Ground floor

Kitchen; Dining room; Living area; Utility room; Seating area; 2nd TV room / games room; WC; Bedroom 1: Double bedded (king size) with balcony and en suite bathroom; Bedroom 2: Twin bedded room with own patio / access and en suite shower room/WC; Chapel.

First floor

Bedroom 3: Twin bedded room with balcony and en suite bathroom; Bedroom 4: Twin bedded room with balcony and en suite bathroom; Bedroom 5: Double bedded room with balcony and en suite bathroom with large partly covered terrace; Bedroom 6: Twin bedded room; Bedroom 7: Double bedded with balcony and en suite bathroom.

Exterior

Parking; Terraces; Patio; Pool area; Terraced gardens; Separate indoor pool building with 100 m2 covered terrace / dining area directly above.

Notes on Layout

Families with small children can close doors from main building into the old wing (TV room, Amusement arcade, Sauna, Gym) with steep steps which may not be considered suitable for small children.

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Overview

Some places stop you in your tracks, and glimpsing the 10th-century historical villa looming against the balmy Mediterranean backdrop of the Pyrenees, you are sure to fall for the wow factor.

Gold gleams against the evergreen trees, the peaks climb to dizzying heights, and clear waters wash down the mountainside. This is a spot where the sun spills over the lawns, you can swim in the natural water holes close by, and heavy wooden doors hide secrets from the past.

Occupied in the Spanish Civil War and with its tiny chapel and ancient museum, every nook and cranny of this home is crammed with stories.

Heavy stone, open arches, cavernous rooms, and exposed beams set the scene for a seven-bedroom property that leaves a lasting impression.

Old and new collide most dazzlingly; the 10th-century wing, with its low ceilings and high steps, has been turned into a superior games room with a pool table and cinema seating. 18th-century frescoes adorn the first floor, and a 200-year-old bathtub stands elegantly waiting for someone to take a dip.

Despite being a thousand years old, no slight hint of comfort has been sacrificed. Spacious living spaces and generous bedrooms are beautifully laid out across two floors.

Tasteful furnishings and open fireplaces make for the perfect atmosphere to curl up with a vintage bottle of wine and a good book, and terraces and balconies edge the property offering splendid views out over the hills. All the bedrooms are beautiful, with bright tiled floors, romantic lighting, and crisp linens.

Many rooms boast doorways that open to the outside world, offering a sunny place to drink your morning coffee.

The kitchen is charming, cosy, and reasonably well stocked, although you may be hard-pressed to fit 14 chefs into the space. Come rain or shine, entertainment is never scarce in this historical villa. Young and old will delight in exploring the grounds, the tiny church, the museum, and the hidden pieces of history.

There are two beautiful blue swimming pools for more modern fun – one inside and one out.

In the winter, the indoor pool remains at 28-29 degrees, and a sauna and gym help you stay active.

Children can play to their heart's content in the games room or the lovely outside park placed prettily on the lawn. Everywhere there is a feeling of serenity, generous privacy and picturesque views.

The property managers only drop by early in the morning to tend the pool and collect rubbish bags before disappearing again.

Days can be spent relaxing in the magnificent property, walking in the velvet woodlands, or driving around the winding mountain roads.

Another jewel in the crown is the calm river that runs below the house only a few steps away. This is an idyllic spot for wild swimming; you can spend the whole day plunging into the natural pools, picnicking on the rocks, and indulging in the gifts of nature.

Less than an hour away, you will find awe-inspiring Andorra with incredible tax-free shopping and a plethora of rustic mountain restaurants.

If you prefer to stay closer to home, the village of Coll de Nargo is less than ten minutes from your door and offers basic provisions and a slice of traditional Catalan life.

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Photos

Villa with views in the early folds of the Pyrenees

Outdoor pool (indoor heated pool is on the left building)

Kid´s area what a setting for kids to play!

This is the newest part of the house, dates 1780

Doors to the oldest part of the property, 10th century

Over thousand years old steps to games area

TV room has fantastic sound thanks to pumice stone

The indoor pool is located in the annexe opposite

The heated pool reaches comfortable temperatures

The villa has lounges and plenty of balconies

KItchen (additional fridge/s in utility room)

The floor tiles are original and beautifully preserved

This bath tub has been here for 200 years!

The property has 8 bathrooms (and 7 bedrooms)

Some bathrooms have bathtub only (no shower over)

Doors to external room with patio (ruin opposite)

An old ruin and views to enjoy from patio

The romantic room has lowish ceilings but it is cosy

Dining room / terrace with barbceue, fridge, sink etc

Wire fenced pool area seen from parking area

The house seen from the path to the river

A short path from property takes you to wild swimming areas

Location

Setting

Alt Urgell, the early folds of Catalonia Pyrenees, in the Lleida province. Well preserved and off the beaten track natural region.

Location

Access via a short tarmac road from a mountain road that links Coll d Nargo and Isona villages. In a private and extensive estate with a view of a pretty canyon area with Mediterranean / alpine forests.

Valldarques River 3 mins

Wild swimming

Coll de Nargo 7 mins

Shopping,restaurants,bakery

Seu de Urgell 30 mins

Large Pyrenees town

Andorra 55 mins

Duty free shopping, ski resorts

Nearest Airports

Barcelona (BCN) 2 hrs

Girona (GRO) 2 hrs 30 mins

Perpignan (PGF) 2 hrs 50 mins

Prices

Rustical Travel charges in Euros, VAT is included, no surcharges apply.

From	to	Price per week
05 Jan 202405/01/2024	21 Mar 202421/03/2024	€3,160£2,627$3,292AU$5,062CA$4,604
22 Mar 202422/03/2024	04 Apr 202404/04/2024	€4,310£3,584$4,490AU$6,904CA$6,279
05 Apr 202405/04/2024	25 Apr 202425/04/2024	€3,160£2,627$3,292AU$5,062CA$4,604
26 Apr 202426/04/2024	20 Jun 202420/06/2024	€3,230£2,686$3,365AU$5,174CA$4,706
21 Jun 202421/06/2024	27 Jun 202427/06/2024	€4,310£3,584$4,490AU$6,904CA$6,279
28 Jun 202428/06/2024	04 Jul 202404/07/2024	€3,380£2,810$3,521AU$5,414CA$4,924
05 Jul 202405/07/2024	25 Jul 202425/07/2024	€3,840£3,193$4,001AU$6,151CA$5,595
26 Jul 202426/07/2024	22 Aug 202422/08/2024	€4,310£3,584$4,490AU$6,904CA$6,279
23 Aug 202423/08/2024	29 Aug 202429/08/2024	€3,840£3,193$4,001AU$6,151CA$5,595
30 Aug 202430/08/2024	26 Sep 202426/09/2024	€3,230£2,686$3,365AU$5,174CA$4,706
27 Sep 202427/09/2024	19 Dec 202419/12/2024	€3,160£2,627$3,292AU$5,062CA$4,604

From	to	Price per week
10 Jan 202510/01/2025	10 Apr 202510/04/2025	€3,040£2,528$3,167AU$4,870CA$4,429
11 Apr 202511/04/2025	08 May 202508/05/2025	€4,750£3,949$4,949AU$7,609CA$6,920
09 May 202509/05/2025	19 Jun 202519/06/2025	€3,150£2,619$3,282AU$5,046CA$4,589
20 Jun 202520/06/2025	26 Jun 202526/06/2025	€5,240£4,357$5,459AU$8,394CA$7,634
27 Jun 202527/06/2025	03 Jul 202503/07/2025	€3,490£2,902$3,636AU$5,590CA$5,085
04 Jul 202504/07/2025	24 Jul 202524/07/2025	€3,870£3,218$4,032AU$6,199CA$5,638
25 Jul 202525/07/2025	21 Aug 202521/08/2025	€4,380£3,642$4,563AU$7,016CA$6,381
22 Aug 202522/08/2025	28 Aug 202528/08/2025	€3,900£3,243$4,063AU$6,247CA$5,682
29 Aug 202529/08/2025	04 Sep 202504/09/2025	€3,150£2,619$3,282AU$5,046CA$4,589
05 Sep 202505/09/2025	18 Sep 202518/09/2025	€4,750£3,949$4,949AU$7,609CA$6,920
19 Sep 202519/09/2025	02 Oct 202502/10/2025	€3,150£2,619$3,282AU$5,046CA$4,589
03 Oct 202503/10/2025	04 Dec 202504/12/2025	€3,040£2,528$3,167AU$4,870CA$4,429
05 Dec 202505/12/2025	11 Dec 202511/12/2025	€4,750£3,949$4,949AU$7,609CA$6,920
12 Dec 202512/12/2025	18 Dec 202518/12/2025	€3,040£2,528$3,167AU$4,870CA$4,429

Booking information for CA35

The outdoor swimming pool is open from early May to end of September (weather permitting). The indoor pool is heated and suitable for swims in colder months (water temperature: 29 to 35 degrees depending on time of year).
Obligatory costs not included, payable locally:
- Catalonia tourist tax must be paid to the keyholder on arrival. The tax is 1 euro per night for each person of 17 years and over (for the first 7 nights only).
Optional costs not included (facilities), payable locally:
- The heated indoor pool is available on request year-round. Heating costs 350 euros/week in colder months, up to 28/29 ºC in winter and 28/35 ºC the rest of the year. Payable locally.
Check-in time: from 17:00h to 22:00h; Check-out time: 11:00h
Pets may be permitted on previous request. Special restrictions normally apply. Please ask us.

Changeover day CA35

The changeover day is Friday at this property.

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YOUR REVIEWS

Catkin | August | 2024

This place was truly wonderful. We couldn’t believe how beautiful the building and the surroundings were. The house had a lovely atmosphere – a really peaceful, ancient feeling, and every room was spacious and beautifully furnished. The games room was great, and the kids had a lot of fun playing table tennis and pool. The garden was really pretty, and we loved having an indoor and outdoor swimming pool! The surrounding countryside was very striking, with wooded hills all around, and the neighbouring towns and villages had ample shops for everything we needed. There was also a Padel court ten minutes down the road, which my family were very happy about. Marta was very helpful and communicative before and during the trip, and her father was really friendly and welcoming, and took lots of trouble telling us where to find lovely pools to swim in. I could go on! But all in all, I would recommend this place very highly. We were a party of mixed ages, and every single member of the family absolutely loved it. One of the teenagers described it as “Paradise on Earth.” And the dog had a great time, too! We were very sad to leave, and I hope we will be able to return one day."

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Kate | August | 2021

We truly felt like Kings and Queens in our very own castle floating among the foothills of the Pyrenees. It is a beautifully renovated property with amazing facilities. We really didn't stray very far as we took advantage of the many different spaces to chill, read, eat, swim and play. We would love to return one day."

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Michael | July | 2021

We had a wonderful stay with 3 families (6 adults and 8 children (9 - 16 yrs)) this July. The property is spacious and its unique history and ancient vaults provide a unique atmosphere. Also unique is the privacy the property provides: from whatever window in the house or place on the property you look, you see nothing but the beautiful green mountainous landscape of the Pyrenees. The pool area is fantastic with its natural umbrella trees, just as the spacious dinner area with BBQ grill (if we'd have to suggest and improvement, it would be adding a second set of crockery and cutlery for the dinner area and renewal of the dishwasher there). Our kids had great fun in the games room. In short, an unforgettable stay and a place to get back to."

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Pamela | July | 2019

Our family of fourteen including six grandchildren had a great time. The house is characterful and the pools great fun. Our only suggestion would be to extend the size of the kitchen and equip it more thoroughly."

Rustical Update

We have informed the property manager about the kitchen equipment, and he confirmed that he will check it to see if there's anything that needs to be replenished.

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Louise | June | 2019

Our host, Francesc, did everything possible to make us comfortable and happy. The property is amazing, the scenery fabulous, and the skies at night are unbeatable with galaxies clearly visible. My only regret is that walking was not permitted in the nearby woods, and we never did find the wild pool referred to by other reviewers. However, we did enjoy kayaking locally and further afield canyoning and mountain biking. A beautiful location and a holiday to remember for us all, thank you Fransesc."

Rustical Update

We have been informed by the property manager that the local authorities have closed all the easy accesses to the nearest swimming spot in the river as it was getting too overcrowded with visitors (noise, cars, etc). But there is another spot a bit further that can be accessed and is only 3 min away by car, the property manager can provide indications for this.

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Anna | August | 2018

The house was something very magical. Not only was it nestled in the foothills of some beautiful mountains but it also had all the facilities to keep 11 people entertained for a week! Which is a lot if u know my family. Waking to breakfast on the balcony and lounging in the evenings round the inside table was something quite brilliant. Perfect for big family get togethers and special occasions. The pools were lovely as was the hidden wild swimming, as well as this it was a great joy to play table tennis when it was raining. I recommend this house wholeheartedly, it has all the charm of the past with all the trimmings of luxury."

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Maria | July | 2018

The house was fabulous! It was as beautiful as the photos! Everything was as we hoped. Our host, Francesc could not do enough to make our stay perfect! He was superb. The quiet was unexpected and welcome. All we heard was rushing water at the absolutely pristine stream, birds and cicadas. It was so peaceful. The kitchen was well equipped. The pool was clean. The bedrooms were comfortable. The museum was an added bonus and much appreciated! All in all we loved it! May be the best holiday we have ever had! We hope to be back soon. (The only drawback was the flies. The house would benefit by adding screens to the kitchen windows. No other insects bothered us.)"

Rustical Update

We have passed to the property manager the suggestion to add mosquito nets to the kitchen, and he said he will install them for next year.

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Lee | June | 2018

We arrived to be amazed at the sheer wonder and beauty of this tranquil villa and the surrounding area, we were awestruck! We met the owner who showed us around and we soon learned the property has a lot of interesting history. The interior layout made you know you were staying somewhere very special, we loved it!! It is very clean and is very well stocked with everything you need for a luxury vacation, the pool was magical under the hot sun! We had a truly wonderful stay here we felt everything was just perfect! Thank you to the owners and thank you to Rustical Travel whose arrangements were easy with no fuss and was a pleasure to deal with, we would certainly use these guys again."

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John | June | 2018

Excellent. As good as the pictures suggest and more. Very quiet and private. Beautiful scenery."

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Lori | August | 2017

We adored Villa CA35! It is a truly stunning house in a breathtaking setting. Every bedroom is gorgeous. And taking in the views from any of the balconies was wonderful. The pool area is very pretty. Fransesc and his son Joan took good care of us, not only with regard to the villa, but also offer advice about the area. We also really appreciated how well stocked the Villa was. The kitchen was fully loaded with dishes, glasses, cook ware, and every room has lots of extra blankets and towels. It was a wonderful experience to stay in such a historical villa and we all really miss it!"

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Gudberg | July | 2017

Wonderful place to visit. Great location and very good service. Would visit again. The place would though benefit from more in-room-fans and an outdoor gas grill."

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George | June | 2017

The service from staff at Rustical Travel was perfect. They always responded promptly to my questions, were polite, friendly and professional. The host was also fantastic. He was on time, helpful and kind. I couldn't have hoped for a better host. His English was good enough and he was patient with my bad spanish. The house was beyond expectations and looked even better than in the pictures. I had one of the best holidays of my life and I wouldn't hesitate to book a holiday with Rustical Travel again. I have already recommended the company to my friends and family and plan on booking another holiday with you soon. Many, many thanks!"

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