La Pinede Villa
General Description
- All the properties in this newly-built holiday complex in the coastal resort of Le Barcares are modern, attractive, well thought-out and very high quality. They are all to the same impeccable standard and everything is provided to make your holiday here comfortable and enjoyable.
- The interior decor, furnishings and appliances have been chosen with care and offer you smart and attractive surroundings. The sofas are leather, the dining tables and chairs finished in light oak, the bedrooms are attractive, practical and comfortable with quality beds and bed linens, the kitchens and bath/shower rooms are very crisp and well-equipped. Each property has a TV, a DVD player and CD/radio.
- The location in Le Barcares is hard to beat as you have a lovely on-site swimming pool, a supermarket within 5 minutes walk and the long, fine, sandy beach just 10 minutes walk away. Unless you want to spend a day out sight-seeing in this lovely region, there is no need to use your car as the port, shops and restaurants of Le Barcares are just a 5-10 minute stroll.
- Le Barcares is a vibrant, lively and picturesque town with a large harbour. The town is full of flowers in the high summer. It is situated on the coast, and also has a salt-water lagoon just behind it, making it an ideal location for all types of water sports. There are stunning views of the foothills of the Pyrenees which make a lovely backdrop whilst walking along the sandy beaches. Out of the high summer season the town is quieter and the lovely climate enables you to walk, cycle, sit outside and relax from very early spring to late autumn. It's even often possible to have lunch outside on Christmas Day!
- NEW for summer 2010 - a boules-playing pitch and aqua-aerobics sessions in the pool for those of you who would like to join in.
The Local Area
- Le Barcares is a family holiday resort on the sunny Catalan coast of France just to the North East or Perpignan. It is in a region that is one of the sunniest in the South of France and has a fine, sandy beach 8kms long which because of its size is never too crowded. The town is vibrant, and picturesque with views of the turquoise Mediterannean sea to the front and views of the Pyrenees as a back drop. There are walks along the sea-front, around the busy harbour and around the old original fishing village. There are shops, bars, and restaurants, a cinema, a night-club and a casino. In either direction up and down the coast there are other resorts to visit such as Leucate-Plage, Canet-Plage and St. Cyprien.
- Sports Facilities: As Le Barcares is located on a strip of land between the sea and a large salt-water lake, there are LOTS of water sports here - sailing, wind-surfing, diving, wake-boarding, jet ski-ing etc etc. There's also sea and lake fishing. You can play Mini Golf, petanque, you can cycle on safe cycle paths, roller skate or go horse-riding. A fun time can be had by all the family!
- Sight-seeing: This is a beautiful region to explore - not least to visit the Cote Vermeille further down the coast towards Spain and the idyllic resort of Collioure. A great day out is to the fantastic fortress - the Chateau de Salses, just a very short drive away. Within as short drive too is the African Nature Reserve at Sigean where you can see over 3000 different species of animals in close-to-nature surroundings. You can also pay a visit to Terra Vinea - a vast underground cavern now used as a huge wine store, with a tour and a wine-tasting afterwards.
- Markets: The markets of the region are colourful and interesting and full of resh, local seasonal produce - there's a market in Le Barcares on a Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
- Restaurants: There are a wide number of restaurants in the town to suit all budgets and tastes. Seafood is a speciality around here.
- Supermarket: You'll find the nearest supermarket just a few minutes walk from La Pinede.
Facilities
- Living Room: The villas are spacious around 90 square metres overall. The living area, dining area and kitchen are all open plan to each other making for a very sociable living space. The sofas are in leather and very comfortable and there is a coffee table. One of the sofas is a comfortable convertible bed sleeping 2 people if required. On a separate unit there is a TV receiving mainly French channels , a DVD player, and a stereo system. The TV may be upgraded to a satellite TV for a supplementary charge of 20 Euros per week. All the furniture is in a light oak finish. The ambience is smart and modern. Air-conditioning is available throughout.
- Dining Room: There is a large dining table which seats 8 in comfort.
- Kitchen: The kitchen area is modern and very-well equipped. There's a modern hob with extractor unit, an oven/microwave, fridge/freezer, dish-washer, washing machine, electric kettle and coffe maker. Quality crockery and utensils for 8 people, iron and ironing board.
- Bedrooms: All the bedrooms are kitted out to the same high standard with twin beds and quality bed linen included in the price. There is ample storage provided by built-in cupboards in the rooms. There are 3 bedrooms sleeping 6 in total, all with air-conditioning for the warmer weather. Further sleeping accommodation is provided for 2 people by employing the convertible sofa in the living area.
- Bathroom: Newly fitted and tiled with a separate WC and bath/shower.
- Photographs: Please note that the photos shown are typical of the accommodation, each villa may vary in layout but does not vary in type and quality of furnishings.
- Additional accommodation and note: There are other apartments and villas on this holiday complex sleeping from 2 to 8 people - please enquire.
- Outside: All villas have a lovely terrace, and a small garden area - quality outdoor furniture is provided, and an electric barbecue is available for a small hire charge. Each villa has a garage for parking included in the rental cost.
- Swimming Pool: A large secure and attractive shared swimming pool is available for all holiday-makers. It is normally open from May to early October. Sun-loungers are available around the swimming pool area.
- Internet: Tthere is no internet connection in the villa, but you can use a WiFi connection and your own laptop in the Recpetion Office for a small charge.
- Telephone: Sorry, there is no telephone connection here.
- Baby Facilities: A baby kit consisting of a cot and a high chair is available for a supplement of 20 Euros per week, payable direct on arrival. Please reserve in advance is required.
- Winter Heating and Air-Conditioning: The units provided in the apartments offer both heating and air-conditioning - the cost is included in the rental price, except for the Low Season months November to the end of March, when electricity is charged by metered consumption and is payable direct.
- Gas, Electric and Water: are all included in the rental price (except winter heating).
- End of stay and mid stay cleaning: is not included in the rental price. You can book your end of stay clean for between 50 and 90 Euros or your mid stay clean for 30 to 50 Euros at the Reception office.
- Bed and bathroom linen: Bed linen is included in the rental price. Towels and tea towels are NOT included in the rental price. If you wish to hire them, towels are 6 Euros per person per week, and a pack of tea towels 4 Euros per week, payable on arrival - please reserve in advance if required.
- Taxe de Sejour: In France, it is necessary to pay a Taxe de Sejour at the end of your stay. It is payable here direct at the guide rate of 0.55 Euros per person per day.
- Rental prices and availability: Rental prices vary according to the season and week, so please enquire for exact costs. Availability will be checked for you on receipt of your specific enquiry.
- Damage Deposit: The owners request a damage deposit of 700 Euros payable on arrival by credit card. This will be refunded to your card shortly after the end of your holiday less the replacement cost of any breakages or damage.
- Change Over Day: Saturday in High and Peak Season - flexibility is possible according to availability in Low and Mid Season.
- Short breaks: Are possible in Low Season subject to a minimum stay of 3 nights - please enquire for prices.
How To Get There
- By Car: Le Barcares is on the coast to the North East of Perpignan and about 15 minutes drive from Perpignan airport. The nearest autoroute exits are No's: 40 and 41 on the A9 Languedocienne.
- By Air: Perpignan Airport is the nearest (Ryanair, Flybe etc) closely followed by Girona (N. Spain) about 55 minutes, Beziers (Ryanair) 55 minutes, Carcassonne ( 1.5 hours), Montpellier and Nimes (1.5-2 hours). Toulouse Airport is another good alternative.
- By Train: The nearest SNCF station is Perpignan - for tickets please refer to www.sncf.co.uk.
Full directions etc will be sent to you once you make a booking.
