Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
ground floor, guests
Toilet · Shower only
ground floor, right guest bedroom
Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet
shared bathroom first floor
Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet
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Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
17th Century Catalan country house next to a medieval castle, pool, sleeps 10.
Holiday rental for family and friends. The property is an old country house in Ampurdan, La Costa Brava. It has a pool and horses. 5 minutes walk from the farm is a magnificent medieval castle , Castell Emporda, that a few years ago was restored to become hotel-restaurant, It's located 30min from Gerona airport. It's 1h 30min by car or 1h 15min by train from Barcelona. 5min walking from a 4 star hotel. Near beaches and golf fields. 3min driving from the village of La Bisbal, capital of the region. This village is famous because of its ceramics (there is a really famous ceramic school). The property is situated 30 min far from Figueres where is Dali's most famous museum.
Cita Slow - Slow City lifestyle -Medieval villages: Turn your holidays into a gourmet adventure, taste the Mediterranean-style diet while playing in any of the Costa Brava golf courses, as much for health reasons as for its varied range of delicious dishes. Enjoy a healthy lifestyle. Begur is a lovely medieval hill town with its fortress at the peak where you can enjoy fabulous views. Pals and Paratallada both old medieval villages are 5 to 10 minutes driving. Monells is a special example of well restored medieval village and recommend visiting and sitting in the square, 20 minutes driving. 15 minutes drive to old Pals and 10 minutes to Paratallada (both old medieval towns). 45 minutes drive to Girona. 45 minutes drive to Figueres (Salvador Dali - museum). 1.5 hours drive to Barcelona.
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About the area
La Bisbal d'Emporda
Located in La Bisbal d'Emporda, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Estarit Beach and Pals Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Medes Islands Marine Reserve, or check out an event or a game at Club Tennis Pals. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Frequently asked questions
Does 17th Century Catalan country house next to a medieval castle, pool, sleeps 10. have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at 17th Century Catalan country house next to a medieval castle, pool, sleeps 10.?
As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 17th Century Catalan country house next to a medieval castle, pool, sleeps 10. on 19 May 2026 start from AU$924, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is 17th Century Catalan country house next to a medieval castle, pool, sleeps 10. pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 17th Century Catalan country house next to a medieval castle, pool, sleeps 10.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 17th Century Catalan country house next to a medieval castle, pool, sleeps 10.?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 17th Century Catalan country house next to a medieval castle, pool, sleeps 10.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 17th Century Catalan country house next to a medieval castle, pool, sleeps 10. located?
This family-friendly La Bisbal d'Emporda holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Palau Castle and Castle of Peratallada. Castle of Pubol and Cork Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
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Exceptional
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Very beautiful and charming property and house. The house is old, with a lot of character and decorated with a lot of love. Itâs well equipped and everything is in good condition and well maintained. If you like experiencing a historic property with a beautiful pool in a rural setting and lots of space, this is for you!
Our family of five spent an unforgettable week in this country house and we would strongly recommend it to families (or groups of friends) looking to be close to, yet not in the middle of everything (especially in August).
We took day trips to Barcelona, the beaches and even France (the Carcassonne visit was amazing) and came back to the tranquility of the countryside for quiet dinners by the pool. The kids enjoyed splashing in the pool, feeding the horse, the pony and the donkey across the road and just running around. The nearby hotel provides a great backup plan for dinner and/or breakfast if you are not in a mood to cook or BBQ in the house.
The kitchen has the cooking necessities (nothing fancy but it did the trick for our needs). The house itself is huge, the spirit of the old days is preserved even after the substantial renovation. There were toys for the kids which they really enjoyed. The WiFi was somewhat spotty outside the living room but that also provided a nice break from all the connectivity. There is a property keeper who lives in an adjacent building but we had our privacy and the kids enjoyed playing with his dog. He was also there to greet us and give us the keys. Make sure you ask for specific directions to the house as the last 500m can be tricky as the house is off the main road. We had to rely on our poor Spanish to call and arrange for the housekeeper to meet us by the hotel and then guide us back to the house (not a big deal but could save you 30 min of driving around).
We loved the location, the house and had great time!
Galya M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Nicholas H.
6 Sept 2014
A Wonderful Family Stay
My wife and I, with son, daughter-in-law, and two grandchildren (ages 7 and 9) enjoyed a wonderful week at the Mas. There is little to add to other reviews....our son and daughter-in-law, both of whom live strenuous lives, said that there stay was the most relaxing time they've had in years, while the grandchildren loved to retire to the loft to read, when they weren't in the pool or talking to the donkey (!) while we found it a perfect place to be with family. The location couldn't be better, with proximity to all of the cultural amenities mentioned in other reviews as well as great beaches and restaurants. Theo took good care of us in an unobtrusive way. Highly recommended for a family or group of friends - good value for parties of six or more.
Nicholas H.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
7 Aug 2013
Beautiful 400-year-old Catalonian farmhouse
This 400-year-old Catalonian farmhouse is beautiful, and very well maintained. The rooms are huge, there are several bedrooms with large bathrooms, a library containing many books, art throughout, a piano, a children's room with hundreds of toys in it, a dining area in the kitchen with table to seat 24, plus a smaller dining area attached, an absolutely spectacular, comfortable, modern sitting room complete with massive fireplace, bar, and television. There is also wifi.
Bathrooms are completely modernized, and the kitchen/pantry area includes a dishwasher, clothes-washer and dryer, along with excellent cooking facilities. The updating has not detracted from the old farmhouse atmosphere in any way. Family photos are everywhere, giving the feeling of a loved and well-used home.
The large, beautiful garden with exquisitely tiled pool, is replete with flowers, trees, and shrubs as well as an outdoor eating area, and large play space for children.
There are three horses and a donkey living in an adjacent field, all of which enjoyed the carrots, lettuce and apples we took to them on a daily basis. For dog-lovers, there is a large, friendly one who is great with children (but only if you want him around. Otherwise he is taken off by his owner.)
Miguel and Theo are family retainers living on the property and both are available and willing to take care of any needs in an unobtrusive way. Members of the family who own the place also dropped by to make sure we were comfortable, and declared themselves available, should we need assistance.
The location is excellent, with beautiful beaches, and restaurants nearby, as well as the Dali Museum in Figueres, two first-class archaeological sites at Emporion and Ullastret, the delightful city of Girona, an interesting little medieval town nearby called Pals,, andâvery close--La Bisbal, a centre for artisanal pottery that is hard to resist. Barcelona is not far away and can easily be reached via motorway.
Our family, including the grandchildren, all had a great holiday in this a beautiful, historic house, and we would recommend it without hesitation to anyone thinking of coming to the Catalonian area of Spain.
Dr. and Mrs. James Anderson
Vancouver, Canada
Archival
10/10 Excellent
11 July 2013
A grand and amazing house and property
This was a grand and amazing house to rent. We were a group of 7, with two kids. The grounds were wonderful, with a lovely sitting area, great playing space, and a temperate and refreshing pool. The house itself is a marvel. It clearly was home to a family with great tastes in art and literature. There are wonderful historical books to browse through, interesting nick nacks, paintings and art objects in all rooms. The bathrooms are modern, as is much of the decor in the living area. There is a great bar for entertaining, the cable TV and wifi worked perfectly.
Perhaps the best part of the stay was the unobtrusive but incredibly helpful staff at the place -- Miguel, who greeted us, and Theo who takes care of day to day maintenance. They both live in other buildings on the property, but are very respectful of your space. At the same time, they are generous with their time and have a typically Spanish willingness to drop everything and help you with anything that comes up.
For kids this place is a joy. The kids' room contains many games and toys from when the children of the family were growing up. These must also have been updated (perhaps with grandkids?) as some of the games and toys there were much more recent. The house is old, but very well maintained, with a well appointed kitchen and chef quality stove, cooking utensils and servings for many, many people. As the main cook, I loved preparing fresh local produce in the kitchen there.
The local attractions are abundant, from ancient ruins to lively beaches.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Alexia B.
21 Aug 2011
Serene and Pastoral
We had a wonderful time at the farm house. It was beautiful and so serene and pastoral - exactly what we were looking for in a vacation. The kids enjoyed playing in the pool and long peaceful walks. The house was also close to the beach so it was a quick drive (though frankly the house was so great we never wanted to leave). We met the family that owned the house, and they could not have been more gracious and lovely. We would recommend this house to all our friends and family.
Alexia B.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
28 Apr 2011
Our Family had a wonderful stay
The listing description is accurate and the property was more opulent than the pictures were able to portray. The property was clean and well-maintained. The owner provided excellent customer service. The dedicated staff was genuinely concerned that our stay was positively memorable. The catering we requested was exceptionally well prepared on site. We would definitely recommend this property to friends and relatives. The location is private and peaceful but very convenient to the beaches, museums, shops and restaurants. The property owner was a gracious host. We hope to return again soon.