In Roman times, the River Manol next to the house was much larger and faster flowing than it is now and there was a Roman settlement which used the power of the river for agriculture and other purposes. There is ample parking within the property. By prior arrangement, we can organise for one of the top restaurants in the region to host a gourmet evening at home cooking from our kitchen typically serving 8-10 courses with a tasting menu. You can seat the entire party at the super long banqueting table or outdoors.
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The main kitchen is built to the design and standard of a professional chef with all the mod cons including induction electric hobs and gas hob, plancha/ hot plate, double oven, steam cooker and Miele coffee machine.
In 2022 we also had some guests who arrived in a helicopter and the upper lawn served as a perfect Heli-Pad! The main kitchen is built to the design and standard of a professional chef with all the mod cons including induction electric hobs and gas hob, plancha/ hot plate, double oven, steam cooker and Miele coffee machine. As well as this outstanding natural topography, we have all the amenities one could wish for nearby, including: The area really is a hidden spot – it includes the Eastern end of the Pyrenees and the Costa Brava (the “rough coast” on account of its rugged and rocky coastline but it is also bestowed with many fantastic sandy beaches). As well as the outstanding natural beauty of the area, we are very fortunate to be in one of the most fantastic (but less known) regions of Spain – Alt Emporda (or High “Ampurdan”, originally meaning “Empire” as this was the part of the Iberian peninsula which both the Greeks and Romans chose for their base, hence the significant ruins throughout the region). It is hard to think of anywhere better to be. The area also abounds with wheat and barley fields with some dramatic views of both the sea and the Pyrenees. There is also a 10 km pathway next to the river taking you to nearby villages and to one of our favourite restaurants, La Tartana – a 20 minute walk to the West side of Vilafant. You can still swim in the river and there is a bathing pool nearby. Opposite the house are the high gorges that once funnelled the roaring Manol but which now sprout wild heather, rosemary and bamboo in abundance.
We are fortunate to be located in a very quiet and private enclave next to the river and on the edge of a private nature reserve, Palol Sabaldoria which boasts an abundance of wildlife, flora and fauna. Figueres is only a few kilometres away and the road and rail connections could not be better. The location is outstanding – we are right next to the River Manol and surrounded by luscious countryside but in sight of the Pyrenees and only 20 minutes from the coast. There is Wi-Fi in all bedrooms, most common areas and the pool and outdoor dining area. The facilities include an all year tennis court (with floodlights), outdoor pool, outdoor kitchen and dining area, home cinema, pool/ billiards room, gym, roof terrace, childrens’ playground, and extensive gardens. The extensive grounds of the property are extremely private and there is perimeter fencing encompassing the entire site of over 2 hectares. The standard of the décor is deliberately at a very high level and includes antique chandeliers, Persian rugs, a 5 metre rustic English oak dining table (which can seat all 18 guests), a baby grand piano from the 1920’s and walls covered with fine art. Our Masia, a converted olive mill, is one of the most beautiful properties in the area and the interior has been carefully designed using a mixture of antiques and modern appliances in the most perfect setting sleeping up to 18 people. Each room has been individually designed and they are all different.
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