10/10 Excellent
L. V.
15 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastisch
L. V.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Entire home
Stylish villa, 13m private pool, tranquil garden, close to village amenities
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Maureillas, Occitanie
- Ceret Museum of Modern Art11 min drive
- Turre Forest12 min drive
- Gran Jonquera Outlet Mall and Shopping20 min drive
- Perpignan (PGF-Perpignan - Rivesaltes Intl.)36 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 Crib
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Shower room 1
Shower only
Toilet 1
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Stylish villa, 13m private pool, tranquil garden, close to village amenities
This detached villa with beautiful pool is our home in the south of France. It located close to the border with Spain and close to the beautiful Cote Vermeille Mediterranean coastline.
Book it as your base, and come and explore this area around Maureillas and Ceret in the Languedoc-Roussillon, one of the lesser known regions of France. There is so much to see and do, or just relax with a glass of wine round the pool in the vineyards or at the beach...
The villa is centred on 1/2 an acre of gardens with a large swimming pool big enough to play in, and with a proper deep end (1.8m). Parking is available for several cars on the drive.
The layout is mostly open plan with the kitchen giving onto two separate dining areas, and two lounge areas. Most rooms, including three of the bedrooms, have double doors onto an outside terrace giving a light and airy feel to the place. There is also the outside 'room', with table and parasol seating 10, and Dancook coal barbecue for entertaining alfresco on those long summer days. The property is equally attractive in winter with TV/selection of DVDs, log burning fire, books, board games and jigsaws.
There are 2 double bedrooms and 3 twins, which makes the house ideal for 2 families wishing to holiday together or a group of couples or friends enjoying a house party together.The master double has a spacious en suite shower room featuring a large 'wet room' shower, wash hand basin and toilet. The second double and one of the twins share the family bathroom, featuring bath, separate shower, his 'n hers basins, bidet and wc. Up a timber spiral staircase you will find 2 twin bedrooms sharing a shower room with shower, basin and wc.
Access to the property is via an attractive external staircase to reach the upper terrace and front door. It is therefore not appropriate for anyone requiring disabled access. The property nestles in the foothills of the Pyrenees and is built into the side of the hill, so what is ground floor level at the rear of the property is first floor at the front. This can be seen upon careful examination of the photographs.
Book it as your base, and come and explore this area around Maureillas and Ceret in the Languedoc-Roussillon, one of the lesser known regions of France. There is so much to see and do, or just relax with a glass of wine round the pool in the vineyards or at the beach...
The villa is centred on 1/2 an acre of gardens with a large swimming pool big enough to play in, and with a proper deep end (1.8m). Parking is available for several cars on the drive.
The layout is mostly open plan with the kitchen giving onto two separate dining areas, and two lounge areas. Most rooms, including three of the bedrooms, have double doors onto an outside terrace giving a light and airy feel to the place. There is also the outside 'room', with table and parasol seating 10, and Dancook coal barbecue for entertaining alfresco on those long summer days. The property is equally attractive in winter with TV/selection of DVDs, log burning fire, books, board games and jigsaws.
There are 2 double bedrooms and 3 twins, which makes the house ideal for 2 families wishing to holiday together or a group of couples or friends enjoying a house party together.The master double has a spacious en suite shower room featuring a large 'wet room' shower, wash hand basin and toilet. The second double and one of the twins share the family bathroom, featuring bath, separate shower, his 'n hers basins, bidet and wc. Up a timber spiral staircase you will find 2 twin bedrooms sharing a shower room with shower, basin and wc.
Access to the property is via an attractive external staircase to reach the upper terrace and front door. It is therefore not appropriate for anyone requiring disabled access. The property nestles in the foothills of the Pyrenees and is built into the side of the hill, so what is ground floor level at the rear of the property is first floor at the front. This can be seen upon careful examination of the photographs.
Property manager
Michael Cutteridge
Languages
English, Spanish
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Maureillas-Las-Illas
Located in Maureillas-Las-Illas, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. Saint-Martin de Fenollar and Pont du Diable are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Domaine Alquier and Clos Mané Winery. Travelling with kids? Consider Museum of Musical Instruments and Ferme de Decouverte. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and cave exploring nearby.
Maureillas, Occitanie
What's nearby
- Saint-Martin de Fenollar - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
- Ceret Museum of Modern Art - 11 min drive - 7.7 km
- Pont du Diable - 12 min drive - 8.3 km
- Turre Forest - 12 min drive - 5.9 km
- Gran Jonquera Outlet Mall and Shopping - 20 min drive - 16.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- 66 sur Vins - 18 min walk
- Restaurant la Brochette - 11 min drive
- Bistrot Verquin - 6 min drive
- Casino JOA du Boulou - 6 min drive
- La luna Rosa - 10 min drive
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Fiona A.
11 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Fiona A.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Andrew T.
8 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous family holiday
Andrew T.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Georgette V.
19 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
vacances en famille
Georgette V.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Samuel C.
12 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super vacances !
Samuel C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lone Gudrun K., København S
7 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house.
Lone Gudrun K.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
David H.
29 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious villa between mountains and coast.
David H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Chris G.
21 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fantastic holiday
Chris G.
Stayed 23 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sadru K.
14 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay in 2022
Sadru K.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
David H.
1 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large, well equipped villa.
David H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Chloé B.
31 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Maison très agréable
Chloé B.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Didier M.
10 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent séjour
Didier M.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Olivier U.
24 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oase der Ruhe
Olivier U.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
rachel M.
9 January 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Propriété à louer plus l’été que l’hiver
rachel M.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020
8/10 Good
melissa stewart
1 September 2019
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great pool and lovely village
melissa stewart
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Jane B.
27 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd Stay at Maureillas las Illas
Jane B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Emma J.
12 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great holiday
Emma J.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
8/10 Good
Sandrine D.
3 August 2019
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Belle propriété dans un écrin de verdure
Sandrine D.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Sarah H.
6 September 2018
Lovely holiday
Sarah H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Jane B.
28 August 2018
Our family of 10 were absolutely delighted with our stay!
Jane B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Stuart C.
18 August 2018
We came back for the second year we loved it so much the first time. Yet again fantastic
Stuart C.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Stuart C.
21 August 2017
Property was amazing I would recommend it to anyone. It is huge
Stuart C.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
mary s.
9 August 2017
A fantastic villa and location
mary s.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
James M.
16 May 2016
Lovely villa with lots of great activities locally
James M.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
James M.
16 May 2016
Great Villa with lots of fun of activities nearby
James M.
About the host
Hosted by Michael Cutteridge
I bought Villa Les Aygals in 2002 when my children were still young and it has been, and continues to be a much loved family home. We all live in London and have busy lives, which makes it difficult to get there as often as we would like, so we decided to share it with you.
I originally thought about buying a second home in the UK and checked out Dorset, Devon and Cornwall. It quickly became apparent that I could never be a week-ender due to the horrendous traffic and started to set my sights further afield. We can leave London, drive to Stansted, and arrive at the house in France in the same time it would have taken to drive to Cornwall on a good run!! I have never regretted my decision to buy in France. My children and I enjoy a wonderful property with a swimming pool, sunny days all year round, a different culture, the stunning mountains and proximity to the sea. And now it's available to share with you! I hope you choose to stay and come to love the area as we do.
I originally thought about buying a second home in the UK and checked out Dorset, Devon and Cornwall. It quickly became apparent that I could never be a week-ender due to the horrendous traffic and started to set my sights further afield. We can leave London, drive to Stansted, and arrive at the house in France in the same time it would have taken to drive to Cornwall on a good run!! I have never regretted my decision to buy in France. My children and I enjoy a wonderful property with a swimming pool, sunny days all year round, a different culture, the stunning mountains and proximity to the sea. And now it's available to share with you! I hope you choose to stay and come to love the area as we do.
Why they chose this property
I chose to buy in a village with proximity to local amenities as I didn't see myself as the sort of person (with teenagers) who would want to be stuck half way up a mountainside with an hour's drive to the nearest pint of milk! We love being a part of this French community and employ a local french gardener and 3 ex-pat English people to help us look after the property. During your stay you may get to meet Debra our housekeeper, Bernie the pool man, Don our handyman or Franck the gardener.
Our time in France generally starts with dinner in either El Tap or 66/20, both closeby in the village, to say hello to Jean-Louis or Sabrina who are your hosts, and to meet our feeding requirements before we get to the shops.
We are discovering the area all the time. New places open up and there are always our favourite haunts to go back to.
Our time in France generally starts with dinner in either El Tap or 66/20, both closeby in the village, to say hello to Jean-Louis or Sabrina who are your hosts, and to meet our feeding requirements before we get to the shops.
We are discovering the area all the time. New places open up and there are always our favourite haunts to go back to.
What makes this property unique
Villa Les Ayglas straddles 3 cultures. It is in France, but has a strong Catalan influence, you are in Catalonia after all! It is just 15 minutes drive over the border into Spain with its Costa Brava and the wonderful cities of Girona, Figueres and Barcelona. This area is an art lovers paradise. All the greats painted here Matisse, Picasso to name just two, and their presence can be felt as you explore the local area....such as the modern art museum in Ceret and in the bars of Collioure; over the border it is Salvador Dali at his museum in Figueres.
You are also in a most scenic environment with the beautiful Pyrenees, wonderful beaches and the picture postcard Ceret with its famous Saturday market. And lets not forget our lovely village of Maureillas which puts on entertainment most week-ends through out the summer months at its Parc de Loisir...... come and see the locals dancing their local dance The Sardanes, or enjoy the Paella and Mechoi evenings with music.......there is so much to do and so little time to do it!!!
You are also in a most scenic environment with the beautiful Pyrenees, wonderful beaches and the picture postcard Ceret with its famous Saturday market. And lets not forget our lovely village of Maureillas which puts on entertainment most week-ends through out the summer months at its Parc de Loisir...... come and see the locals dancing their local dance The Sardanes, or enjoy the Paella and Mechoi evenings with music.......there is so much to do and so little time to do it!!!
Languages:
English, Spanish
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