Welcome
Can Patrona is a charming rural house dating from the 17th Century. it has an interesting history having been the country residence of a Carlist General, where it is rumoured he kept his mistress!! It was originally built in the 17c and has been added to and modernised over the years. Interestingly there is a story that a chest of gold is buried somewhere on the property, although in 15 years of searching we have not found it(yet).
Lovingly restored in the 1990's by a well-known Catalan designer, it offers comfort and cosiness with all the conveniences of modern life. Situated on the edge of the Garrotxa area, famous for its scenery and volcanos, it lies on the outskirts of the ancient village of Serinyà. Both mountains and coast are easily accessible, being within 35 minutes drive. The region abounds with picturesque villages, ancient monasteries, medieval churches, and extinct volcanoes, yet is only an hour away from Barcelona by car, with all its restaurants, theatres, museums, art galleries and of course shopping.
1h 45m
Barcelona
El Prat Airport
35m
Girona
Costa Brava Airport
30m
Girona
RENFE/AVE Train Station
The nearest Airport is Girona- Barcelona which is 30 minutes from the house, with regular flights to most UK and European destinations. The AVE high speed train can whisk you to France or Madrid and deposits you in Barcelona in 45 minutes.
Rooms & Facilities
Can Patrona is a medium sized country house.
Accommodating 8 people very comfortably. Guests will have the use of the ground first floor, partial second floor and the annex. The ground floor has a double bedroom and a bedroom with twin beds, it has a bathroom with shower adjacent to the bedrooms. The second floor has a double bedroom with his own bathroom. The annex is self contained with a two double bedroom and en-suite bathroom.
The first floor has a sitting /dining room with TV and a log fire for the chillier nights. A fully equipped kitchen diner is off the sitting room with washing machine and tumble dryer.There are both electric and gas hobs. The house has oil central heating throughout. The second floor of the house is partially available as it is used for storage and we request that guests observe this restriction.
The swimming pool is 9mX 4m and approx 1.6metres at the deep end, it has an integrated jacuzzi. There is a toilet changing room next to the pool with hot shower and also a cold water external shower in the pool area. Beside the pool is a 6mX4m pergola with settees and chairs, ideal for a siesta out of the sun.
There is a large barbecue area adjacent to the pool with a fridge, hob, and generous barbecue and a table that seats 10/12 people.
The garden has a large lawn, and old oak trees, a badminton set is available for those of you energetic enough to play. Ample parking in a gated area gives security for cars, there is also a covered car porch if required.
The house sits at the edge of the village and there are woods to the south and open countryside beyond that. There are two large houses as neighbours, so you are not isolated. The area is safe and peaceful and ideal for children with places to play and run.
max. no. of guests
8
Bedrooms
4
BATHROOMS
4 (1 en-suite)
PARKING & GARDEN
Yes
AIR-CONDITIONING
No
POOL
Yes
OUTDOOR KITCHEN & BBQ
Yes
Foodies
We want to highlight some must spots less than 25Km around.
Restaurants
Can Boix
https://www.tripadvisor.es/Restaurant_Review-g1953918-d8396478-Reviews-Can_Boix_de_Vilamari-Vilademuls_Province_of_Girona_Catalonia.html
Pont Vell
https://www.tripadvisor.es/Restaurant_Review-g609018-d986770-Reviews-Pont_Vell-Besalu_Province_of_Girona_Catalonia.html
El Claustre de Palera
https://www.tripadvisor.es/Restaurant_Review-g1118352-d5582212-Reviews-El_Claustre_de_Palera-Beuda_Province_of_Girona_Catalonia.html
La Guixera
https://www.tripadvisor.es/Restaurant_Review-g1598854-d4737979-Reviews-La_Guixera-Maia_De_Montcal_Province_of_Girona_Catalonia.html
Can Xapes
https://www.tripadvisor.es/Restaurant_Review-g187499-d18846506-Reviews-Can_Xapes_Espai_Gastronomic-Girona_Province_of_Girona_Catalonia.html
Can Pericus
https://www.tripadvisor.es/Restaurant_Review-g943864-d7917264-Reviews-Can_Pericus-Banyoles_Province_of_Girona_Catalonia.html
Shops
Can Pericus - Banyoles
Can Parés - Serinya
Carnisseria Vilanova - Tortella
Peixos Frigola - Banyoles
Principles
Enjoy your day as if it is your last day
Allow time for rest and renovation
Look to nature to understand how reality works
Treat the others as you want to be treated
Be honest and respectful
Think in first and second consequences
Don’t use plastic always you can avoid, we only have one Planet and for the moment there is no B plan
We are the result of what we eat. Eat well and exercise
Great collaboration feels like playing Jazz
Evolving is life's greatest accomplishment and its greatest reward
The Location & Surrounding Area
Situated on the edge of the Garrotxa area, famous for its scenery and volcanos, it lies on the outskirts of the ancient village of Serinyà. Both mountains and coast are easily accessible, being within 35 minutes drive. The region abounds with picturesque villages, ancient monasteries, medieval churches, and extinct volcanoes, yet is only an hour away from Barcelona by car, with all its restaurants, theatres, museums, art galleries and of course shopping.
The house sits at the edge of the village and there are woods to the south and open countryside beyond that. There are two large houses as neighbours, so you are not isolated. The area is safe and peaceful and ideal for children with places to play and run.
The house sits at the edge of the village and there are woods to the south and open countryside beyond that. There are two large houses as neighbours, so you are not isolated. The area is safe and peaceful and ideal for children with places to play and run.
The house sits at the edge of the village and there are woods to the south and open countryside beyond that. There are two large houses as neighbours, so you are not isolated. The area is safe and peaceful and ideal for children with places to play and run.
The house sits at the edge of the village and there are woods to the south and open countryside beyond that. There are two large houses as neighbours, so you are not isolated. The area is safe and peaceful and ideal for children with places to play and run.
The house sits at the edge of the village and there are woods to the south and open countryside beyond that. There are two large houses as neighbours, so you are not isolated. The area is safe and peaceful and ideal for children with places to play and run.
The house sits at the edge of the village and there are woods to the south and open countryside beyond that. There are two large houses as neighbours, so you are not isolated. The area is safe and peaceful and ideal for children with places to play and run.
Beaches
The nearest beach is at St Marti D’Empuries
just 35 minutes away by car. Whilst you are there walk along the beach to the ruins of the ancient Greek and Roman port, stunningly restored and very interesting.
The little fishing port of Callela has nice beaches in the town with restaurants along the seafront.
Begur is another favourite, with the little village of Tamariu just along the coast.
Tossa del Mar has the only surviving walled village in Catalonia, good seafood and a nice harbour.
Many rivers have wild swimming areas, try going from Girona to St Gregori and follow the river to the rocky outcrop seen above on the left.
There is a lovely public swimming pool in the little village of Maia, ten minutes away on the roadto Figueres.
Popular destinations ( Av. Distance by car)
Barcelona
128km (1h30m)
Perpignan
93km (1h10m)
CADAQUÉS
70km (1h10m)
COSTA BRAVA
55km (45m)
GIRONA
32km (30m)
Banyoles
10km (12m)
Popular sights within 50km
ESTANY DE BANYOLES
pont de besalu
RUÏNES D'EMPÚRIES
CATEDRAL DE GIRONA
ZONA VOLCÀNICA DE LA GARROTXA
MUSEU DALÍ
