The Pirate’s House for beach holidays in a Galicia fishing village

Costa da Morte, Galicia, Northern Spain Property Ref: AG24
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The buccaneer's former dwelling is now a seaside holiday pad, conveniently close to the harbour for plundering and other coastal adventures. Visit legendary Finisterre, just 20 minutes away. Maybe learn to sail? Sleeps 2 plus a child.

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  • Check-in time: from 15:00h to 22:00h; Check-out time: 12:00h

  • Pets may be permitted on previous request. Special restrictions normally apply. Please ask us.

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  • Pets may be permitted on previous request. Special restrictions normally apply. Please ask us.

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Summary

The buccaneer's former dwelling is now a seaside holiday pad, conveniently close to the harbour for plundering and other coastal adventures. Visit legendary Finisterre, just 20 minutes away. Maybe learn to sail? Sleeps 2 plus a child.

Facilities

  • Bedrooms
    1 Bedrooms
  • Bathroom
    2 Bathrooms
  • Beds
    Sleeps 2/3

Enjoyment
WiFi Internet; 2 TVs (Spanish channels only).

Self-catering
4-ring vitroceramic hob; Electric oven; Dishwasher; Microwave; Toaster; Juicer; Kettle; Blender; Coffee maker; Electric expresso coffee maker.

Practicalities
Washing machine; Iron & board; Dual air conditioning and air heating on both floors; Woodburning stove on both floors (a reasonable amount of firewood included); Hairdryer; Cot (on request); Balcony furniture; All bedding and towels provided (including beach towels); Beach parasol.

Extras
Complimentary bottle of cava, home made orange cake, chocolates, milk and bottled water.

Layout

Ground floor
Open plan room kitchen & dining area and sitting area with good double sofa bed; Utility room; up 2 steps to shower room/WC.

First floor
Bedroom 1: Large bedroom with queen-size double bed (1.50 x 1.90 m), bathtub and en-suite shower room/WC; Doors open to furnished balcony.

Exterior
Furnished balcony terrace (no view).

Notes on layout
This property offers a double sofa bed which can accommodate two extra people (4 people), we do however consider the property to be best suited for couples with or without a child (2/3 people). When the sofa bed is used as bed, a roll out blackout blind by the main door can be used.

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Overview

Corcubion is a quiet Spanish fishing village on a sheltered ocean inlet. It has its own long beach of white sand and is ideally situated for exploring both Low and High Rías (estuaries) of the Galician coast.

On a side street from its pretty harbour, where fishing boats and small yachts bob gently, is the Pirate’s House. We wouldn’t dare make it up: it really was the home of one Julio Escoja, who liked to scupper ships in the harbour for their merchandise.

Although a stone entrance arch from around 1600 bears witness to its antiquity, there are no no rapiers, cannon or skull-and-crossbone motifs. What we have here today is a bijou holiday home.

The pirate’s hideaway is chic and smart from top to bottom.

Designed with romance for two in mind, it can nevertheless accommodate en extra child, thanks to a good downstairs sofa-bed and bathroom.

The downstairs area is divided between a neat kitchen (note: the polished stone work surface and Smeg fridge, where a bottle of bubbly greets your arrival) and dining area (seats four) and a sitting area with sofa and two comfortable armchairs.

If there are three of you, this area converts into a sleeping area with its own flat screen TV and bathroom. The ceiling is oak and the interior, painted white, has a suitably seaside atmosphere to it.

The upstairs interior is one huge, high-ceilinged bedroom. From the large (super-comfortable) double bed you look round an imaginatively decorated room, with coloured leaded glass windows, wide mirrors, candelabra and an antique, usable bathtub which sits on feet in its own corner. It supplements an en-suite bathroom. From the bed you can also watch a large flat screen TV and DVD.

Doors open to small balcony on the narrow street which already starts to back onto countryside. There’s a balcony table and chairs here. Bear in mind there’s no sea view: the harbour is only a harpoon’s throw away, but you’re down a side street and there’s another house opposite.

It’s a village house, so you’re not invisible to neighbours, but it is very quiet here. Close by is the waterfront, and both free parking and a supermarket are a short walk away.

Follow the marina road round and you come to Corcubión Tourist Office, and from here it’s about another 5 minutes’ walk to Quenxe beach and 300 metres of fine, white sand.

This was in 2016 a Blue Flag beach, which means it has been singled out for its water quality, environmental management, safety and services. It’s just right for families and there are bars and restaurants close by.

What you have here is a genuine fishing village where the sea remains the most important thing in people’s lives and the local economy, which is also supported by tastefully low-key tourism. We liked the seafront walk and to stroll round the old town, one of the best preserved on the Costa da Morte.

Fancy learning to sail? Rustical Travel clients can also take advantage of a special deal with the local sailing club. An hour and a half's professional practical tuition for 20 euros each (in 2015) around Corcubión Bay can be arranged for you. If you prefer a kayak to a sailing boat, the same deal is available.

We find Corcubión’s location particularly interesting as it sits on its own ría estuary in the northern reaches of the famed Rías Baixas, and yet only a short drive round from the dramatic cliffs of the Rías Altas.

Go south from Corcubion, following the coast road, and you soon come to Mount O Pindo. This granite massif is not only a great rocky hill to climb and look down upon the Atlantic Ocean and its beaches, it is also the repository of legends. Sometimes called the “Celtic Olympus”, some strange inscriptions or a cult of the sun and stars led to its being excommunicated by bishops and kings. Other stories speak of the fabulous treasure of Queen Lupa. There are rock formations of animal and monster and a wealth of medicinal plants on its flanks. Grass is said to grow prodigiously fast overnight on Mount Pindo.

Continue south to Carnota beach, which is simply magnificent. The longest and most impressive by far in Galicia, it has 6.5 km of white sand in a stunning natural enclave.

Go north and in a few minutes you arrive at Finisterre and its lighthouse at the “end of the world.”

Further up the coast is Cape Vilán lighthouse at pretty Camariñas, from where a good 19 km dirt track follows the coastline round to Arou and Camelle. There are some spectacular views and gorgeously unspoilt beaches, such as Playa del Trece. Kite-surfing is popular along this stretch of coast.

If you can tear yourselves away from the sea for a day, then do visit the jewel of granite architecture and history that is Santiago de Compostela. You can drive there on a cross-country route that won’t take more than an hour and a half.

You may even join the last stage of the Pilgrims Way into Santiago de Compostela from the cottage and return by bus. 

This is Galicia, so good eating is guaranteed. There are restaurants by the marina and beach in Corcubión, and a butcher’s near the house offers ready-made canalone and homegrown roast pork dishes to take away.

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Location

Setting

On Galicia's Costa da Morte; coastal fishing villages and dramatic coastline.

Location

One-minute walk to the harbour in the coastal village of Corcubión (most facilities).

Village´s harbour 1 minute walk
Bars,restaurants,shopping
Quenxe 10 min walk
Blue Flag beach
Pretty beaches 5-10 min drive
A good selection
Mount Pindo 15 min drive
Excellent walking
Finisterre lighthouse 20 min
World´s end
Carnota beach 25 min
 
Santiago Compostela 1 hr 25 min
Historical town
airport Nearest Airports
Santiago (SCQ) 1 hr 25 min
La Coruna (LCG) 1 hr 30 min
Vigo (VGO) 1 hr 50 min

Prices

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

 
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09 Jan 202409/01/2024 30 Jun 202430/06/2024
€810
01 Jul 202401/07/2024 31 Aug 202431/08/2024
€1,060
01 Sep 202401/09/2024 08 Jan 202508/01/2025
€810
 
FromtoPrice per week
09 Jan 202509/01/2025 30 Jun 202530/06/2025
€810
01 Jul 202501/07/2025 31 Aug 202531/08/2025
€1,060
01 Sep 202501/09/2025 08 Jan 202608/01/2026
€810

Booking information for AG24

  • Check-in time: from 15:00h to 22:00h; Check-out time: 12:00h

  • Pets may be permitted on previous request. Special restrictions normally apply. Please ask us.

Changeover day AG24

  • The start and finish day is flexible at this property.

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Booking information for AG24

  • Check-in time: from 15:00h to 22:00h; Check-out time: 12:00h

  • Pets may be permitted on previous request. Special restrictions normally apply. Please ask us.

Changeover day AG24

  • The start and finish day is flexible at this property.

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YOUR REVIEWS

David | June | 2024

A great welcome from Jose, with excellent guidance about local facilities. A very comfortable, well equipped place to stay."

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Ylande | June | 2023

Casa de Carmen is beautiful, very clean and comfortable. Corcubion and the surrounding areas are so beautiful, Fisterra is spectacular! We’ll definitely return. Thank you, Jose and Ana, for letting us and our dogs stay."

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Audrey | June | 2023

What a beautiful house. It exceeded our expectations. Fabulous, unique property. Very comfortable and beautifully decorated. Great location so close to the harbour and beach And also close to many interesting places to visit. We loved it."

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Gareth | April | 2023

We enjoyed our stay very much. Information pack sent to us was excellent and we visited several places mentioned. We loved Finnisterre and Muxes, the views from the lighthouses are fabulous. The facilities were great and the homemade cake and cookies appreciated!"

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Marta | July | 2022

Casa maravillosa, con todas las comodidades y muy bien situada. Sus dueños Jose y Ana, nos ayudaron a tener una semana estupenda, gracias chicos."

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Roger | June | 2022

The thoughtfulness, care and attention to detail and general welcome were absolutely excellent. The photographs were completely borne out by the actuality, (unlike some), and made our stay just as we had imagined it!. House was perfect, location was perfect, made for a perfect week's stay in Corcubión."

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Stephen | June | 2022

Wonderful property, comfortable bed and lovely town to use as a base. Check in was excellent and parking close by never a problem. Would definitely stay again."

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Laurie | April | 2022

The pictures do not do it justice! It's amazingly cute with so many thoughtful details. The exterior is adorable but what lies behind the door is even better. Cozy, historic yet modern at the same time. Jose's wife made us almond cookies and an almond cake which were delicious. We are caterers and loved the home baked goods and ate them all! Jose also left candies, oils for salad, coffee, tea and beverages in the fridge including cava and whiskey. We toasted our first night with one bottle of Cava then took relaxing baths in the tub on the last night and finished the cava. Corcubion is a darling town and we loved being able to explore the region. Jose's recommendations on restaurants were great, as was his guide to the surrounding area. I highly recommend this as a perfect get away in Galicia!"

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Caroline | September | 2021

Lovely property in the heart of Corcubion. Includes everything you need including a welcome drink and details of what to see and visit during your stay in Galicia. A couple of excellent restaurants just a few minutes walk away. Highly recommended."

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Matthew | August | 2021

Fantastic place in good location. Wonderful service"

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John | August | 2020

The cottage is charming and well placed in the village (though without any views). It is very well equipped with everything you need including heating and cooling. The host, José, is also charming and his wife makes excellent cakes! Fully recommended! The Rustical booking service is excellent and responsive."

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Richard | July | 2019

Lovely property in a quiet location"

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Robert | August | 2018

We have recently stayed here for 7 nights as a family. The property was beautiful and the owner and his daughter were very welcoming. Our children especially enjoyed the lovely cake and cookies that the owners made for us! We enjoyed our time here and one special highlight was a sea fishing trip in Finsterra, we caught lots and took some home for dinner. It was a great experience for the children. This is now the 4th rustical travel property we have stayed in and we are never disappointed."

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Kevin | August | 2017

We spent 8 days at this delightful cottage. The house had been finished to a very high standard and is full of character. Jose the owner was very helpful showing us around the house at the start of our visit and providing a lot of detailed information on the locality. He even went out of his way to replace a faulty DVD player the same day. The village of Corcorbion was very pleasant and within easy travelling distance to some fabulous beaches. We started our holiday with 2 nights in Santiago de Compostella as a city break with the Pirates house as the seaside break. A good combination. A lovely cottage and highly re commended."

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Charlotte | August | 2016

Great little house on a quiet street in a pretty Galician town. Very well equipped. Owner very helpful and friendly."

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Jude | July | 2016

The property was absolutely stunning and every detail was perfect. In fact the lovely photographs on your website just don't do it justice, it needs to be seen in person. Wonderful welcome even with a very late delayed flight and lovely touches from the owners such as cava, chocolates and a homemade cake! The owners were brilliant, even joining us for drinks on our last night. We couldn't have asked for more. We'll definitely be using Rustical Travel for another holiday property in the future, you have so many we'd love to try!"

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Margaret | July | 2016

AG24. I fell in love with the cottage when I saw the photographs on the Rustical Travel website. The property is beautiful and far exceeded my hopes and expectations and the amenities catered to our every need. All the lovely details/decor made it a pleasure to live there - I was sad to leave. I'll be showing all my family and friends the photographs and recommending this cottage. Ana and Jose welcomed us with a delicious homemade orange cake and a bottle of Cava that was nicely cooled in the fridge. They are both very friendly, welcoming people and did speak a little English, so we were able to enjoy a drink with them one evening. They provided us with lots of information on the area we were staying and recommended a few restaurants. All in all it was a wonderful week that passed all too quickly. Rustical Travel were also very helpful and I would certainly recommend your company to my relatives and friends. Regards Margaret Nooth"

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Alan | July | 2015

Fabulous house, location was perfect for us. We felt right at home in the viliiage and waited could have stayed longer. We had such a fantastic holiday and made wonderful memories."

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Nigel | July | 2014

We spent 2 wonderful weeks at AG24. The cottage is the perfect blend of character and modern comfort and the owners were extremely welcoming giving us plenty of suggestions on the local area. It is the perfect location for a quiet holiday in a charming fishing village with a beautiful beach and great restaurants -perfect for long, lazy lunches."

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Gary | October | 2013

The house was an enormous delight! One of the loveliest places my wife and I have ever stayed. The oversize bathtub was very welcome after a day of driving; and the cava and home made muffins made it truly luxurious. We loved the neighborhood tucked back off the main streets of Corcubion; everything in the village, and in the neighboring village of Cee, were within an easy walk. We had a great time exploring the coast, and the hike up Monte Pindo was exhilarating (and a bit creepy -- those stones kept looking at us!) We had phone problems, and weren't able to call the owner. Thank goodness for a kind young man who called for us! I don't know if we are the only ones to ever have this problem. Perhaps if the owner had met us personally at the residence . . . ? Anyway, this did not in any way detract from the amazing experience. We'd recommend this place for anybody looking for an out of the way, charming experience."

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The owner would be happy to to wait for arrivals at the property, but he prefers to use an easy-to-find meeting place at the entrance to the village so that he can direct you to the best place to park. We're glad to hear there was no difficulty (we do point out in the travel information that you will need to bring an operable mobile phone).

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Louise | August | 2013

We had a brilliant holiday. We were amazed how few British people we saw and that was nice from our perspective but I did get the impression, in Galicia particularly, that the Spanish are happy to keep its charms a secret from us foreigners. The service from Rustical Travel was superb,the quality of information, tips and advice really good. We visited many of the places suggested and the walks. The owners of AG 24 were lovely with a gift of wine,chocolate and freshly baked cake awaiting us on arrival. Jose was very helpful and the house charming. "

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Nicola | July | 2013

Just to say my husband and I loved our stay!! Jose was a gentleman and your descriptions of the property were exactly as it is - fabulous! Your directions to the property and information pack were extremely useful, thank you. We would definitely use your company again and will be recommending it to our friends! We had a great trip to Northern Spain and will definitely return in the future to explore it some more."

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Cath | May | 2013

Just a note to say a big thank you for arranging our holiday to Corcubion last week! Everything went to plan with the key collection and Jose, the owner, was absolutely lovely. Despite the weather (!) we had a really enjoyable trip, saw lots and had a very relaxing time… We plan to organise another trip with you next year, so I’ll let you know when we have decided on a destination! Very grateful for your help, Kindest regards"

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