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Beautiful River-front Villa with Natural Pool & Aircon

Family-friendly villa with outdoor pool and Hot tub

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 890 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Pool

Explore the area

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  • Place, La Vallee Des Tortues
  • Place, Collioure Beach
  • Place, Luna Park
  • Airport, Perpignan (PGF-Perpignan - Rivesaltes Intl.)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom with terrace

1 Queen Bed

River-view Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Spiral Staircase Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Family Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful River-front Villa with Natural Pool & Aircon

Villa Heureuse is in a stunning river-front setting, with direct access to the private river-front and a natural pool for swimming. It has many terraces on four different levels with fruit trees and Mediterranean plants. These spaces are perfect for sharing a meal with a group of people or simply sitting and soaking in the relaxing sound of the river.

It is comfortable and well-equipped including split aircon in the main living area and a mobile aircon in the upper bedroom. The villa is located only 20 minutes’ drive from the nearest beaches in Argèles (offering a wide range of water sports). There are also lots of lovely parts of the valley to explore on your doorstep such as the nearby waterfall. There are many walks starting in the valley that take you up into the Albères within an hour, offering breathtaking views over the sea and the nearby villages. Other nearby locations include the beautiful castle and picturesque town of Collioure; local markets (we recommend the Céret market famous for offering mainly local produce); the underwater nature reserve between Port Vendres and Banyuls that can be explored by Kayak, snorkelling, or both; or the Salvador Dali museum in Figueres (Spain).
There is also a separate appartment on the lower level with it's own entrance and terraces which can be booked separately if your group is larger than 8 people.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Sorede

Sorede is home to this villa. Elne Cathedral and Maternite Suisse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cellar of the Albères Winegrowers and Château Planères. Travelling with kids? Consider Sentier du Littoral and Le Tropique du Papillon.
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Sorède, Pyrénées-Orientales

What's nearby

  • La Vallee Des Tortues - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Racou Beach - 19 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Collioure Beach - 21 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Luna Park - 22 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Gran Jonquera Outlet Mall and Shopping - 33 min drive - 34.8 km

Getting around

  • Argelès-sur-Mer Station - 25 min drive
  • Perpignan (PGF-Perpignan - Rivesaltes Intl.) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brasserie Des Alberes - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪La Gamate - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Café des Artistes - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Le Catalan - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Chez Justine - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful River-front Villa with Natural Pool & Aircon have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Beautiful River-front Villa with Natural Pool & Aircon pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Beautiful River-front Villa with Natural Pool & Aircon?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful River-front Villa with Natural Pool & Aircon?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful River-front Villa with Natural Pool & Aircon located?

Set in Sorede, this family-friendly villa is within 9 mi (15 km) of Cellar of the Albères Winegrowers, Sentier du Littoral and Le Tropique du Papillon. Le Jardin Enchanté and Parc Venitien are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 75 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Corine R.

beautiful location

We spent three weeks in the apartment in Sorede and had a very good time. There was a lot of space, a beautiful environment and the apartment was good. A very nice place to spent your holidays!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Maria R.

Villa Heureuse

We spent two wonderful autumn-weeks with our 13 and 17 year-old children at that beautiful place. Our friends had the appartment below for a week and we made exciting trips and enjoyed hiking from the house. We could even swim in the mediterranean sea at some days. We had two rainy days, which we actually enjoyed, since the house is so nice and comfortable. You feel relaxed from the first moment of your stay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Delphine L.

A good spot!!

We are a family of 3 and spent two weeks in the apartment. It is well located - 15 minutes from Paulille and other nice places (without the hustle and bustle of Argeles). The only weak point is the hard mattress bed (but I guess it depends on what you like!). James and Caroline are trustworthy people. Delphine, Ludo and Jo.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Family Holiday at Villa Hereuse

We had a lovely family holiday at the Villa, which has a fantastic setting on the river. There was plenty for our 3 pre-teen and teenage children to do and the table tennis table just outside the front door was an added bonus, which we made good use of! The villa is ideally situated for easy access to the whole of the surrounding area, including many of the excellent nearby beaches - La Racou and La Peyrefite particularly worth a visit, the latter especially for snorkelling in the marine reserve. Spectacular views of the Alberes, with many walks nearby and easy access to Sorede by car or bike, likewise to Laroque. This was our third visit to the area, and we definately plan to return again in the future!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brian W., Poole

Great location, comfortable house.

We spent a week here April 2016. The house is in a very peaceful location and the river/stream runs just behind the house with natural pools for swimming and a fabulous balcony overlooking the river which has the sun all day. The house was warm had good Wi-Fi and everything was as described. We only had one minor complaint which was accepted by James and Caroline and that was a slight lack of hanging space, this however would not detract from us returning if in the area again. Sorede is close by as is the lovely village of Laroque des Alberes, we would recommend the latter for an evening stroll and a beer or coffee, this village also has a few shops as well as bars/restaurants.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

lisa m., New York.

Friends from across the pond.....

Outstanding Holiday! Caroline and James could not be nicer.The villa was immaculate and very well equipped.They made us feel at home right away.Plenty of "extras".We were central to all sight seeing and restaurants.The villa had magnificant views of a mountain stream and all kinds of wild life.There were plenty of paths and walks through the beautiful countryside or short day trips either in France or Spain.The weather is perfect for many different activities going on all year.We would definately recommend Villa Heureuse to our friends and cant wait to go back again ourselves.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

A wonderful escape from stress

This place is truly paradise. Idyllic and peaceful. The apartment was well equipped and the views magnificent. The most relaxing holiday we have ever had! The beautiful stream gives off a soothing sound and is great for cooling off on hot days. The various terraces offer both sun and shade with pretty and colourful plants and flowers everywhere. Caroline and James were very welcoming and you always felt they were at hand yet never intrusive. The sleepy village of Sorede is a great place to spend an afternoon sitting in the cafe in the square and Argeles Sur Mer has a lovely beach and is excellent for shopping in the market, which is lively and very typically French. Will definitely be returning to this place next time we need to re-charge our batteries!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alison t.

Every thing we needed from our holiday

We were near mountains and the sea. We had a river to swim in at the botton of the garden. We desperately needed a total rest. The bed was comfy. The whole atmosphere of the apartment and garden was calm and peaceful. We popped over to Spain for the day. We enjoyed the market at Ceret so much we went twice. Laroque-des-Alberes only about 5 mins drive away is a lovely place to have a drink in the evening with some beautiful views from the medieval tower in the middle. James and Caroline are great host. We had some great chats putting the world to right. We would recommend this place to stay and would Love to return if we have a chance. Thank you
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John E.

Beautiful situation in natural surrondings

It is seldom that you come across a property that ticks the boxes for everybody. Both the river and the plunge pool were great favourites with the party. The house is situated about 3k from Sorede, so a bread trip was needed every day, but it wasn't a chore, such was the attractive scenery . The house was clean and well presented. with large and pleasant balcony running the length of the rear, overlooking the river. The outside being part of a 'natural' landscape required a little care. It would not suit young children who couldn't swim, or the elderly or infirm . I would definitely recommend the property to friends. As far as attraction are concerned, the children did not want to leave the river, but the beach at Racou Plage is about 9k, and Aqualand is about 20k. there are decent restaurants in Sorede
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sorede Break Away

just returned from a break with my partner in this beautiful area. The Villa was really charming and had everything we needed. There is a lovely sun terrace off the main living room and several balconys looking out onto the beautiful river and the surrounding scenery is simply amazing. There are several areas to sit out & eat and we had a great BBQ on one of the days. My partner & I will back later in the summer if all goes well, we would really recommend this to anyone with or without children as the house is suitable for both. There is table tennis, games & books if you just want to chill out, there is also an i pod docking station which was really handy as we could play our sounds while sunbathing on the terrace. Caroline & James the owners of the property are lovely people and made us feel very much at home. The local village is only a small drive away, its pretty quiet but has some great restaraunts and Rugbys bar is a great spot for a bit of fun. All in all its a super place and i am counting the days until we get back again. Jan C
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Julie H.

Wow! Idyllic location,

You won't find a better location for a peaceful, quiet beautiful retreat. There are not many properties that can boast such a tranquil setting with the soothing sound of running water and the rustling of trees 24/7. Our hosts Caroline and James were a delight to meet,. On the first evening the temperature dropped after a hot spell, and they bought round a quilt the next day which was a thoughtful touch. This idyllic location means that you are approx 3.5 km from the centre of Sorede so a walk to visit to the bolangerie ( excellent artisan bread) or to one of the Restaurants means you are reliant on a car, the road leading up the valley to the apartment is rugged in places, however after a few journeys it becomes easy to navigate around the potholes. The apartment was as described, with a well equipped modern kitchen having all the necessary utensils for your holiday needs,. The sofa, the bed and linen are adequate. I would recommend this property for anyone who wants a retreat in a beautiful unique location, enjoys a natural environment and doesn't mind being reliant on a car..
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Elin S., Tromsø

Villa Heureuse in Happy Valley!

We spent three lovely weeks (summer 2009) in unique surroundings - with the rock pool as the big bonus where children and adults had at least one daily swim. The best pool in garden we've ever had! Perfect place for children (ours aged 5,11 and 13) - when not in the river they played table tennis or explored surroundings. Hosts were very friendly, had lots of advice for restaurants and outings and was ready with kind service when needed. It was possible to walk in the mountains in almost every direction from the house on nice foot paths up to where we had stunning view all the way to the sea. The nearest village Sorede had some nice restaurant and on Thursdays one could spend evening (after dinner) in the town square watching locals dance Sardane - on our last Thursday we even joined in!! During three weeks we had one meal inside the house - the house had two nice dining areas outside which we used for all meals. We had a couple of rainy days, and then the winter garden was perfect for sitting "outside" in the rain and watch the lightning flashing through the darkness in the evening. We were one family of five and two friends staying together. The house had plenty of space for all of us - only minus was that you had to walk through one of the bedrooms to get to next bedroom. No problem if children are sharing the two rooms though. All in all this is a house which have everything you need for a self catering holiday, lovely surroundings and not far to drive to fantastic beaches, other villages, city (Perpignan) or Spanish border. Highly recommended!!

10/10 Excellent

Magali C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nous avons passé un super séjour grâce à James, qui a été un hôte très sympathique et très discret. Tout s’est parfaitement bien déroulé, l’accueil a été chaleureux et nous n’avons absolument rien à redire.Le cadre est idyllique, avec une petite rivière sauvage en contrebas de la maison, ce qui rend le lieu encore plus charmant et reposant. De plus, il y a plein d’activités à faire aux alentours : entre les randonnées dans les montagnes et la mer toute proche, chacun y trouve son bonheur.Un logement agréable, un hôte attentif et une situation exceptionnelle : nous recommandons sans hésiter !!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

vanessa j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nous avons passé un super séjour dans cette villa très confortable et accueillante. L'accès privé à la rivière ainsi que faune et flore alentour font l'atout de cette maison, les enfants ont adoré se baigner dans la piscine naturelle...et nous aussi. James fait tout pour que vous ne manquiez de rien durant votre séjour tout en cultivant la discrétion.Très belle découverte...
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Msg C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
La maison correspond à la description. Le fait que chaque chambre ai une salle de bain est vraiment un plus. La maison est grande avec 3 terrasses autour. La rivière en contre bas est un gros plus pour se rafraîchir en été ! Nos enfants ont adoré s’y baigner. Pour une famille ce lieu est idéal ! La mer n’est pas loin, 20min en voiture. James est discret mais réponds à nos questions et à nos demandes.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gentillesse de James.

Super
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Véronique C., FRANCONVILLE LA GARENNE

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Coin agréable

Points positifs : beau coin repas, avec cuisine très bien aménagée.Deux grandes chambres au RDC avec salle d'eau et wc. 3 ème salle de bain avec douche et baignoire, et 3 ème wc indépendant. Cadre extérieur magnifique et bien entretenu. Bel endroit pour ceux qui veulent se déconnecter. Belle terrasse sur le toit. Baby foot à l'intérieur et table de ping-pong à l'extérieur. Points négatifs : les deux autres chambres sont sous les combles, dont une sur le palier. Il y fait très très chaud. Présence de ventilateur mais insuffisant. Piscine naturelle : plutôt un bassin qui découle de la rivière, mais comme il n'y a pas beaucoup d'eau, le bassin contient de l'eau stagnante avec faune et flore. Nous n'avons pas eu envie de nous y baigner. Heureusement, la plage est à 20mn en voiture. La maison reste un lieu agréable malgré tout, le propriétaire James est très sympathique.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stefan B.

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Schöne Lage

Das Haus ist sehr schön gelegen und wir haben uns wohl gefühlt. Der Vermieter ist sehr nett und hat uns auch einige Empfehlungen gegeben. Zum Haus: Recht schön aber Renovierungsbedürftig.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

david a.

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Les vacances "heureuses"

La vallée heureuse est un endroit qui vaut le détour si on aime le calme et la nature.Nous y avons passé une semaine magnifique. Je pense que nous reviendrons !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

silja K.

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Toller Urlaub in traumhafter Umgebung

Wir haben als Familie mit 2 Erwachsenen und 4 Kindern (5-16Jahre) zwei wunderschöne Wochen in Sorede verbracht. Der Fluss hatte auch im August viel Wasser, so dass wir, genau wie in der Beschreibung, herrlich im Becken schwimmen und von den Felsen springen konnten. Das Haus ist sehr groß und geräumig und hat viele Terrassen, so dass man auch immer wieder Schatten findet. James war ein sehr freundlicher und zurückhaltender Gastgeber, der auf dem angenzenden Grundstück wohnte.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Ramona A., Nalbach

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Seele baumeln lassen

Das Haus hat eine super Lage am Fluss. Bis zum Strand sind es nur ein paar Kilometer, jedoch sollte man aufgrund der Straßen (entweder sehr kaputt oder alle paar Hundert Meter Temposchwellen) 20 bis 30 Minuten einplanen. Vor Ort kann man zum Beispiel eine Flusswanderung machen oder auch hoch in die Pyrenäen fahren zum wandern mit toller Aussicht. Das Haus ist zweckmäßig ausgestattet, wie auch schon in vielen anderen Bewertungen beschrieben. Es sind 2 normale Schlafzimmer im EG und in der oberen Etage könnten 4 Kinder schlafen (für Erwachsene eher ungeeignet). Wir hatten einen tollen Sommerurlaub und möchten uns bei den netten Vermietern bedanken.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

MARIE JOSE M.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Description de l'annonce à préciser

La maison est très bien située, le cadre extérieur est vraiment sympa. Mais l'intérieur manque de confort, notamment la literie. Par ailleurs, elle était poussiėreuse. L'annonce mentionne 4 chambres, mais il y a en fait deux vraies chambres, et un grenier aménagé, petit, avec 4 lits en dortoir en soupente, qui conviendraient à 4 enfants, plus difficilement à des adultes et pas du tout à deux couples. L'annonce manque de précision à ce propos.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthieu C.

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Agréables vacances

Maison très agréable et bien équipée. La vallée est magnifique et calme.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021

6/10 Okay

Veronique B., 7 lotissement Les Soleiades 34190 Laroque

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

petit coin paisible en bordure de riviere

endroit tres agreable, maison confortable mais meriterait un coup de jeune
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Situation

Bien
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

About the host

Hosted by James & Caroline Postlethwaite

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