Visit the fabulous city of Girona for the day,
taking in the beautifully restored Jewish Quarter, the Arab Baths, the cathedral, its museums and the many shops.
Can Batanc
Calella/Llafranc, Calella de Palafrugell, Catalunya
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FROM
£ 1,198
PER WEEK
Walk to the beaches of Calella de Palafrugell and Llafranc.
Accommodation
At a glance
- Sleeps 8
- 2 Double Bedrooms
- 2 Twin Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- WiFi
- Village House
- Beach 450m
- Restaurant 450m
- Ground Floor: Entrance hall. Reading room. Kitchen (oven, dishwasher, microwave) with door to terrace. Living/dining room (TV, WiFi, feature fireplace) with door to covered outdoor dining terrace. Cloakroom. Laundry room (washing machine). Central heating throughout the house.
- First Floor: Landing. Double bedroom with en suite shower room and French doors to covered terrace. Twin bedroom with French door to covered terrace. Twin bedroom with French door to covered terrace. Bathroom. Principal double bedroom with en suite bathroom and door to covered terrace.
- Outside: Enclosed grounds of lawns, covered and open terraces. In-built barbecue. Poolside shower. Cloakroom. Private parking.
- Private swimming pool (10.5m x 6m) with Roman steps.
What a rare find! Houses with a private pool in the picturesque fishing village of Calella de Palafrugell are few and far between and in Can Batanc we have discovered an absolute gem! In a prime location, just 450m from the picture-postcard sandy bays and atmospheric restaurants of this most coveted of coastal beauty spots, and only 600m from the neighbouring and equally sought-after bay of Llafranc, this quintessentially Mediterranean residence sits within walking distance of some of the prettiest beaches and charming restaurants that we have come across.
Beyond the golden sands and seafront promenade of Platja de Canadell a residential avenue, lined with pine trees, leads the way to the property’s entrance gates, where you will be greeted by an expansive garden of wide lawns that unfold before you to reveal an inviting private pool, a well-equipped barbecue area and a shady pergola.
Step inside the house and behind its elegant façade you will find a smart interior decorated with taste. From a large, inviting entrance hall doors open into an attracive reading room, complete with antique escritoire, before leading through to a spacious living area that conveniently accesses a covered outdoor dining terrace. Adorning the walls is an abundance of original paintings and prints, delightfully complimented by comfortable, quality furnishings that give a truly welcoming feel to this charming family home. Upstairs, via a galleried staircase that is beautifully decorated with hand painted ceramic tiles and a traditional wrought iron balustrade, a long landing leads to four well-proportioned bedrooms, two with en suite facilities and each opening to a covered terrace overlooking the pool and garden.
A sought-after property in unique surroundings, Can Batanc offers something really special. Calella de Palafrugell is perhaps one of most emblematic whitewashed fishing villages to be found along this spectacular coastline and to be able to simply wander down and enjoy its majestic beaches and fine fish restaurants is a real treat. Not to be forgotten, of course, is the equally appealing proximity of chic Llafranc which is just round the corner, jostling for your attention. Instead of using the car to get there simply take the picturesque ‘Cami de Ronda’, a coastal footpath that hugs the shoreline to provide a spectacular route to its restaurant-lined promenade and crescent-shaped beach.
- Property LIcence No: HUTG-064058-11
Pricing & Availability
Additional Pricing Information
All Prices are per property, not per person.
Please note that all visitors to Catalunya, aged 17 and over, are required to pay a Tourist Tax of £7.00. We will add this amount to your booking.
Location of Can Batanc
Locality
Great Things to Do Near Can Batanc
Visit the spectacular Greek and Roman settlement of Empuries.
Enjoy a lunch of fresh anchovies in L'Escala, as they are a local speciality. On the way back climb up to the Castle of Montgri (Torroella de Montgri) and take in the spectacular views of both the Pyrenees and the Mediterranean.
Visit the Sunday morning Market at Palafrugell
and soak up the atmosphere with a drink in the main square. Later visit the magnificent wine store of Jordi Grau and enjoy a glass of wine with a tapa.
Walk amongst all kinds of exotic Mediterranean flora at the Botanical Gardens
where you get magnificent panoramic views of the coastline that stretches from Calella to the cliffs of Cap Roig.
Parc d’Aventura
Fun for all of the family in this forestry adventure park. There are 50 different activities ranging from jungle jumps, nets, bridges, zip wires, tree-hiking and more than 300 m of aerial runways. Open all year round.
Drive a few miles inland
and visit the many ancient stone villages that make up what is known as the “Golden Triangle”. Stop for lunch in Peratallada and then visit the fascinating farm museum in the tiny village of Palau Sator.
A great day out.
Pack a pic-nic and visit nearby Banyoles, which has the largest natural lake in Catalunya. Here you can swim, fish or go on a boat trip around the lake itself.
Take a stroll beneath the arched ‘Voltes’
situated along the front of Port bo beach in Calella de Palafrugell. Enjoy a drink or evening meal at one of the seafront restaurants and watch the twinkling lights of the fishing boats out in the bay and the spectacle of the brightly lit cruise ships gliding silently across the horizon.
The Medes Islands
These Islands and their marine life, just a mile off the coast, are in a protected Marine Natural park and are one of the most important in the whole of the Mediterranean. Divers come here from all over the world, as they are considered to be such an important site.
Catch the train and visit Barcelona for the day.
There is so much to see and do in this vibrant city. Take the open topped tour bus and hop on and off at the different sights. After a lunch of delicious tapas, save some energy for shopping in the elegant shops.
Take a packed lunch
and follow the coastal pathway that skirts the rugged coastline between Palamós and Platja Castell, stopping every now and then at one of the many hidden coves to swim and snorkel.
Wander around the cobbled back streets of Palamós
and visit the numerous “Tapas” bars. Or perhaps take a tour on foot and by sea following the footsteps of the Turkish Pirate “Barbarosa” who ransacked the town of Palamós in 1543.
Enjoy the scenic greenway between Palamós and Palafrugell.
Follow this 6-kilometre stretch of scenic greenway, which is ideal for both walkers and bikers. Mountain bikers will love the many opportunities to deviate into the forest which hugs the spectacular coastline here. Mountain bikes can be hired and delivered to the house, enabling you to take full advantage of this stunning location.
Take a day out and visit Besalú
which is the provincial capital of the Garrotxa and has some beautifully restored buildings, as well as the famous Romanesque bridge, which was built in the 12th Century but restored in 1965.
Visit the Museu de la Pesca in Palamos,
the only one of its kind in the Mediterranean with a permanent exhibition linked to the seafaring tradition of the Costa Brava depicting the past, present and future of fishing.
The experience of the so called ‘Dalinian Triangle’ for lovers of art and culture is a ‘must’.
The three places to visit are his home in Cadaqués (pre-booking necessary), the Teatre-Museu in Figueres and the Gala-Dalí Castle in Pubol. This will be a long day excursion but very informative and entertaining!
Learn to Scuba Dive
Learn to Scuba Dive at one of the many dive centers located along the coast.
Stroll over to Llafranc’s seafront...
and meander along the promenade to the marina to gaze at the boats. Before heading back, stop and enjoy a leisurely drink whilst engaging in a spot of people watching.
Take the ‘Cami de Ronda’ footpath
that leads from Llafranc along the coast and over the headland to Calella de Palafrugell. It is well signed and will even give you an idea of how long it takes to walk it! If you don’t want to walk back, catch the open top tourist bus which will take you up to the lighthouse from where you will enjoy breath taking views down the coast.
Drive to the centre of Begur and climb up to the castle
from where there are far reaching views. The most noteworthy are those towards the Medes Islands, long ago a refuge for pirates and smugglers, although today they are famous as a marine nature reserve.
Nearby
Towns/Villages
| Calella de Palafrugell | 5 mins | |
| Palafrugell | 5 mins | |
| Tamariu | 10 mins | |
| Llafranc | 10 mins | |
| Begur | 15 mins | |
| Girona | 50 mins | |
| Barcelona | 1 Hr 30 mins |
Beaches
| Calella de Palafrugell | 5 mins | |
| Platja Llafranc | 10 mins | |
| Platja de Tamariu | 10 mins | |
| Aiguablava | 15 mins | |
| Platja de Pals | 25 mins | |
| El Castell | 30 mins |
Airports
| Girona | 45 mins | |
| Barcelona | 1 Hr 40 mins |
Train Stations
| Flaça | 35 mins | |
| Girona | 50 mins | |
| Figueres Vilafant | 1 Hr |
