Wander around the cobbled back streets of Palamós
and visit the numerous 'Tapas' bars.
Villa Américain
Castell-Platja d'Aro, Calonge Area, Catalunya
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FROM
£ 3,498
PER WEEK
Accommodation
At a glance
- Sleeps 8
- 3 Double Bedrooms
- 1 Twin Bedroom
- 3 Bathrooms
- Air Conditioning
- WiFi
- Beach 4km
- Restaurant 3.2km
- Small Party Rate (Up to 6 people)
- Ground Floor: (accessed via 17 steps down from street level) Split-level open-plan kitchen/living/dining area (A/C, TV, WiFi, oven, dishwasher, microwave) with patio doors to outside area. Double bedroom (A/C) with en-suite shower room and sliding doors to outside area. Cloakroom. Utility room (washing machine).
- First Floor: Landing. Shower room. Principal double bedroom (A/C) with en suite bathroom. Double bedroom (A/C). Twin bedroom (A/C) with door to sun terrace.
- Outside: Sun terraces. Covered outdoor dining area with gas barbecue.
- Private swimming pool (7m x 3m) with corner Roman steps. Additional chill-out mini-pool.
Poised on a hillside that rises from the Mediterranean, this is an eye-catching property in an awe-inspiring coastal position. Built in a smart contemporary style, expansive floor-to-ceiling glass windows disappear into walls and appear to draw the outside inside; lush green valleys of cork oak and the placid blue waters of Palamós Bay pour into its stylish, chic interior.
The spacious split-level open-plan kitchen/dining/living area has a sharp contemporary look that blends seamlessly with the delightful collection of outside terraces that cascade downwards to a smart infinity pool which boasts the quirky addition of a chill-out mini-pool where one can relax semi-immersed in water and enjoy a nightcap whilst being serenaded by a symphony of cicadas.
A double bedroom offering en-suite facilities and access to the wrap-around terrace is found on the ground floor whilst the first floor offers a family shower room, one twin bedroom, one double bedroom, a master bedroom with en-suite bathroom plus a large sun terrace that shares the same mouth-watering panorama as below. This sense of thoughtful balance and space means sharing families or individual couples can holiday together whilst retaining their own space and privacy.
Early risers will be rewarded with a most bewitching natural spectacle as the sun’s great orange orb gently nudges itself above the horizon unfurling a carpet of shimmering silver light across the bay dotted with the silhouettes of fishing boats chugging out to sea in search of the large prawns known as 'gambas de Palamós', renowned throughout Spain for their succulent flavour and which can be bought on the quayside of Palamós harbour (13.6km).
Whether you wish to relax during the day simply soaking up the stunning views with a glass of red in one hand and a good book in the other, leaving your evenings free to visit the many boutiques and restaurants in chic bustling Platja d’Aro (3.6km) or spend your holiday exploring the many beautiful beaches and coves such as nearby Cala Rovira (4km) and Cala del Pi (5.7km), this gorgeous property is, without doubt, an excellent choice!
- We kindly request that guests do not smoke inside the house.
- Terraced grounds mean that this house is not suitable for very young children.
- Property Licence No: HUTG-071123-79
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 Villa Américain
Locality
Great Things to Do Near Villa Américain
Take a packed lunch and follow the coastal pathway that skirts the rugged coastline between Torre Valentina and Platja d'Aro,
stopping every now and then at one of the many hidden coves to swim and snorkel.
Take the children and spend a day at the Aquadiver water park
in Platja d'Aro and follow this up with a visit to one of the ice cream parlours on the main street.
Costa Brava Parc d’Aventura
Fun for all of the family in this adventure park located in Platja d'Aro. There are 120 different activities ranging from jungle jumps, nets, bridges, zip wires, tree-hiking and more than 1.500 m of aerial runways.
Visit the Friday morning Market at Platja d'Aro
and later soak up the atmosphere with a drink on the main street and indulge in some retail therapy browsing the many chic shops to be found in Platja d'Aro.
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.
Visit the pre-Roman Iberian settlement on the headland to the left of the El Castell beach.
Walk among ancient stone walls and enjoy the spectacular views out to the Isles Formigues, where bottle nosed dolphins have often been spotted feeding.
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.
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!
Play a round of golf at Club Golf d'Aro - Mas Nou
while enjoying the spectacular views over the Costa Brava. Get lost between the holes that run through the national park of Les Gavarrres while contemplating the varied fauna and flora, as well as the large artificial lakes.
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.
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.
Walk amongst all the different exotic Mediterranean flora and fauna
at the Botanical Gardens of Cap Roig where you get magnificent panoramic views of the coastline that stretches from Calella to the cliffs of Cap Roig.
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 Museum dedicated to fishing at Palamós
then watch the fishing fleet come in at 5pm when the fish auction commences. Why not round off the evening with a night cruise under the stars on a traditional Latin rigged Catalan fishing boat.
Drive across to the majestic bay of Llafranc
and then spend the day relaxing on this gorgeous beach. Perhaps rent a kayak or try snorkelling off the rocks at the side of the bay. Before returning home enjoy a cooling drink on the promenade and do some ‘people watching.’
Visit the colourful La Bisbal
and check out the numerous antique shops. La Bisbal is the centre of the ceramics industry in Catalunya and there are numerous shops selling a dazzling array of brighly coloured wares.
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.
Relax at the villa and try your hand at preparing your own tapas
Relax at the villa and try your hand at preparing your own tapas. You will find some tasty suggestions in the villa information book.
Visit the spectacular Greek and Roman settlement of Empuries.
Enjoy a lunch of fresh anchovies from L’Escala – a local speciality. On the way back, visit the pre-roman Iberian settlement of Ullastret and see how life was 2,500 years ago compared to today’s world!
Nearby
Towns/Villages
| Platja d'Aro | 10 mins | |
| Palamos | 15 mins | |
| Sant Feliu de Guixols | 15 mins | |
| Girona | 40 mins | |
| Barcelona | 1 Hr 20 mins |
Beaches
| Cala Rovira | 10 mins | |
| Platja d'Aro | 10 mins | |
| Cala del Pi | 10 mins | |
| El Castell | 35 mins |
Airports
| Girona | 40 mins | |
| Barcelona | 1 Hr 30 mins |
Train Stations
| Girona | 40 mins | |
| Figueres Vilafant | 1 Hr 10 mins |
