Location:Spain
Bedrooms:8 Bathrooms:9 Property Type:Vacation Home Sleeps:16
Amenities:Air Conditioning, BBQ, Cable/Satellite TV, Computer Access, DVD Player, Dishwasher, Fireplace, Freezer, Garage, Internet Access, Jacuzzi, Laundry, Microwave, Non-Smoking, Oven, Patio, Private Parking, Refrigerator, Sauna, Shower, Swimming Pool, TV, Toaster, Wireless Internet AccessActivities:Badminton, Beach, Golf, Horseback Riding, Massage, Movie Theaters, Museums, Ping Pong, Restaurants, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Swimming, Tennis
Description:This modern luxury villa with private pool in Catalonia is ideal for a large group of up to 16 people who want to experience the truly outstanding opportunity of staying near where Salvador Dali lived and painted for much of his life. The region is also renowned for its food and wine. The villa has a premier location overlooking the Bay of Port Lligat and every window offers a spectacular view in every direction. The villa is prefectly suited for 8 couples as each of the large double bedrooms has its own en-suite bathroom. n n(10,000 m2) nThe villa overlooks the Bay of Port Lligat and features a large private infinity pool (15 m x 7.5 m) with teak decking, built-in barbecue, sun lounges and umbrellas, plenty of seating and space for dining, and a double-sided, exterior fireplace. The pool is 2 meters at the deep end and has a massage water-jet and pool-side shower. It is available throughout the year (heating extra). There is also an adjacent outdoor Jacuzzi. The pool is near the house and not enclosed, therefore the property is not suitable for small children. nThe grounds are landscaped and terraced with dry stone walls. There are over 100 olive trees, a vineyard, a kitchen garden, a petanque/outdoor game pitch and seating area. The whole estate is enclosed by stone walls. Access to the property is through a remote controlled gate behind which there is private parking for up to six cars. There is also a very large garage. There is excellent paved road access directly to the property. There is no public transport and a car or private transport is necessary. n nLower Ground Floor: A polished wood staircase leads down to the lower ground level. Here there is a large living room (15 m x 10 m) with a small internal courtyard with fountain, a large screen back-projection cinema, table-tennis room, artists’, preparation room and indoor corridor access to the sauna/changing room complex. nThe lower ground floor has four double bedrooms with king-sized beds (180 cm). Each of the beds can be divided into two 90 cms singles upon prior request. All of the bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms. Three of the bedrooms have large patio windows opening onto a private terrace with views of the Bay and of Salvador Dali’,s house. Three of the en-suite bathrooms have both tub and shower. One bathroom has a shower only. nGround Floor: The main living area (20 m x 10 m) has polished slate tile flooring, contemporary Italian furniture and large panoramic windows with spectacular views over the pool and bay and across the Mediterranean towards Cap de Creus. There are two seating areas, one with a large screen TV and DVD and fireplace, and another adjacent to a large grand piano. There is an additional area for dining and a guest bathroom. The main living areas of the villa have been architecturally designed to make use of the natural ventilation of air flows in the summer and have under-floor heating for the winter. nThe kitchen has spectacular views and is professionally equipped with Smeg, Gaggenau, Seimens and Miele appliances including large Smeg oven, double fronted fridge-freezer with ice maker, 2 further ovens/microwaves, steam oven, 2 dishwashers, 2 wine cabinets, temperature control/air conditioning and ‘,cool air curtaining’, around the main central cooking area. nThere are a total of four bedrooms on the ground floor. The master bedroom has stunning views across the Bay, king-sized bed (200 cm), an adjoining dressing room with built-in cupboards and two en-suite bathrooms, one with walk-in shower and one with Jacuzzi bath and shower. The master suite also benefits from a self-contained kitchen with cook top, oven/microwave, fridge, dishwasher, washing machine, and breakfast area. nThe three other bedrooms also have en-suite bathrooms with both tub and shower. Two of the bedrooms have king-sized beds (180 cm) that can be divided into 90 cm singles upon prior request and one bedroom has a small queen-size bed (150 cm). All bedrooms have patio windows and individual temperature control/air conditioning. nIndividual temperature control and air-conditioning is featured in all of the bedrooms and the kitchen. n nThis luxury villa in Catalonia has an ideal location on the Bay of Port Lligat. It is on the edge of the Cap de Creus Natural Park and is located in a quiet, rural area. The coastline in this area of Costa Brava is rocky with many lovely coves and bays near the house, many of which can only be visited by foot or by boat. The beaches are pebbly but great for swimming and snorkeling. Cadaques is the nearest village and is within walking distance. It has some shops, a small supermarket, restaurants, cafes, etc. nGirona: 50 km nPerpignan (France): 50 km nFigueres: 35 km nPeralada: 35 km nRoses: 18 km nCadaques: 5 min drive, 15 min walk n nAvailable Amenities: n•,Air conditioning/Temperature control in all bedrooms and main kitchen n•,Under floor heating throughout living areas n•,Architect designed ventilation system in main living room n•,Indoor/Outdoor Fireplace –, two faces allow access from both sides n•,Cinema (back projection) with TV, DVD and computer input n•,Additional large screen plasma TV with Satellite and Dual Language n•,DVD Player n•,Bose Ipod speakers n•,Grand piano n•,Washing machine n•,Dryer n•,Dishwasher x 3 n•,Microwave x 3 n•,Oven x 3 n•,Steam oven n•,Japanese Grill Plate n•,Indoor Charcoal Grill n•,Wine Chiller/Storage cabinets x 2 n•,Toaster n•,Coffee/Espresso Machine n•,Internet connection –, WiFi available throughout the house n•,Cot plus further travel cot n•,Table tennis n•,Badminton court n•,Petanque pitch n•,Private terrace/patio n•,Large barbeque n•,Large Sauna and changing room complex with showers and toilets n•,Maid service 3 hours/day included in the rental price n•,Utilities (heating/electricity/gas/water) included in the rental price nThere is no phone available for incoming or outgoing calls. nExtra Services: The following are listed as an aid for trip planning, the services and prices are approximate and cannot be guaranteed by Rentvillas. All extra services are payable locally in cash. n•,Maid service (cost/hour): 10 Euro/Hour n•,Cook service (cost/hour): Upon request n•,Linen change/maid service (cost): 750 Euro for full pre/post clean and laundry service n•,Chauffeur/driver (cost): Upon request n•,Airport transfer (cost): Upon request n•,Babysitting service (cost): Upon request n•,Other: (please specify): There are many activities and facilities that can be easily arranged including boat and bike hire, painting classes, local art tours, etc. nNearby Attractions: The property is located in a sheltered bay just meters from the beach where kayaks are available to rent. Salvador Dali’,s house is a 5 minute walk and is now a fascinating museum and open for visitors most of the year. The proximity to Cadaques and to Dali’,s house allows for a truly unique cultural experience. Cadaques is regularly featured in the press. It is a whitewashed village built around a large horseshoe bay, and it has retained much of the original style and architecture that has made it popular with artists, poets, and writers. It is a thriving community and its shops, restaurants and bars are open all year round. nAdditionally, there are lots of opportunities for talking walks in the Cap De Creus National Park and canoes and boats can be easily hired. Horseback riding is available as is scuba diving. nThere are also several good vineyards within one hour and tours can be easily arranged. Golf is also available within one hour. nPlease Note: Smoking is only allowed outside of the villa