Spectacular traditional Catalan villa with heated private pool 2km Banyoles lake | Villa in Mata (Porqueres)

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Mata Villa | Spectacular traditional Catalan villa with heated private pool 2km Banyoles lake

8 Bedroom Villa in Mata, Mata (Porqueres)

Can Xargay is a beautiful and spacious villa, a Millennial Traditional Catalan Villa of XI century with a special charm, situated in the village of Mata. It's in a quiet, safe neighborhood and the neighbors are very warm and friendly.
The house is in a walking distance from shops and restaurants and a short drive from Banyoles lake (only 2 km.), 35 km. from Costa Brava beaches, 25 km. from the International Airport of Girona-Costa Brava and 115 km. from Barcelona city. The supermarkets and the hospital are located 1 km. from the house.
The whole villa has got a capacity for a group from 12 up to 16 people with eight beautiful bedrooms (one is adapted for handicapped people), six bathrooms, a large kitchen - dinning room with a fireplace, a spacious living-room with TV satellite (international channels) and DVD, a reading room, a games room, high-speed internet, central heating,...
Besides there are three air conditioning machines distributed throughout the house to have a good temperature inside the house in summer.
Outside, there is a covered porch with a barbecue which is ideal for eating outside all year round, swings for children, an electric car charger, and a nice heated private swimming-pool with an hydromassage bench. The swimming-pool is closed in December, January and in February.
It is appropriate to spend some days with the friends, family reunions, partying, birthdays… or just to spend some calm and break days. The perfect situation of the house allows you to do several excursions around Pla de l’Estany by bike or on foot, through the lake surroundings declared of natural interest. You can also visit Girona province since the house lays in the center of it. Also, there are horses 2 km. far.
Car is not necessary because 300 meters from the house there is public transport (bus). Besides, private transfers from/to Airport are available.
SOME ACTIVITIES:
• WELLNESS TREATMENTS: Can Xargay brings you closer to the senses world through a wide range of relaxing therapies where time will stop and your senses lead you to an exotic world of sensations. All services are offered by a licensed physiotherapist in Can Xargay wellness room. All products used are natural.
• SPECIAL FOR FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN: We also think of children families and for this reason we have high chairs, baby beds, bed linen for baby beds, beds handrails, safety doors on the stairs, games and toys, fenced and heated swimming-pool, enclosed garden, swings, rackets and balls for the ping-pong table, balls for the football table...
• CYCLING HOLIDAYS: Safe space to store the bicycles, information of bus schedules, professional bicycle workshop located 900 meters from the house for important repairs, bike rental, inflator pump, bicycle basic repair toolset, possibility of transfers and hire a guide, sports massages in Can Xargay Inspira Wellness center, cycling trips information in Banyoles, Girona and Costa Brava.
• HIKING: There are many routes from Can Xargay. They have trail markers and are organised in a network of loop trails, and hikers can adapt the route or the stages according to their requirements or level of preparation.
• GOLF: The house is located 9km from Girona Golf. It's an 18-hole, par 72 golf course designed by the English architect F.W. Hawtree, seeded entirely with Penncross, the best quality grass for playing golf. A course that is entirely adapted to its natural surroundings, featuring an advanced sprinkling system using regenerated water from Girona's purification plant, and meeting the most up-to-date environmental standards. The top nine holes are extremely competitive – their design requires players to use all the clubs in their bags. The bottom nine are simply spectacular, with all the tees set atop walls built with Girona stone, offering impressive panoramic views of the fairways. It is a true pleasure to follow the flight of the ball towards its destination, and encourages many players to take out their woods.
• SUSTAINABILITY:
We are committed to defending the environment and the values of sustainability and responsibility because we know that the future of the Earth depends on our behavior towards it.
For this reason, we have received the Ecostars certification for our firm commitment to ecology and we have adopted the following measures in Can Xargay:
ENERGY SAVING
- The electric power supplied to the house and also to heat the pool's water comes from 100% sources of renewable origin.
- The appliances are with energy use A.
- The lighting both inside and outside are made with light bulbs and / or low consumption.
- The bedrooms have an automatic intelligent heating or air conditioning switch-off system with the window open. When the window closes, the air conditioning system restarts.
RECYCLING
- We encourage the selective selection of trash in the following fractions: glass, paper, plastic and organic matter. There are different recycling bins in the kitchen and also in the BBQ.
- Outside, we have a recycling corner to store each waste separately.
WATER SAVING
- Shower taps have devices for water saving.
- Double discharge toilet cisterns.
BUILDING
- Can Xargay is a thousand-year-old house from the s. XI restored respecting 100% the materials of the house and improving the insulation of the windows to achieve passive energy savings.
- The old furniture of the house has been restored to give them a new life.
SOCIAL POLICY
- We firmly believe in the local products, this is the reason we always try to buy our products from the local shops.
- We contribute financially to our village main fest ''Gales de Mata'' which is one of the oldest (more than 100 years) major festivals in Pla de l'Estany region and it's celebrated at the end of August.
- The house is adapted for people with reduced mobility.
- We are integrated into tourism associations.
MOBILITY
- Arrival in the holiday house by public transport (train or bus).
- E-bike and Bike rental available at the house to move around.
- We offer the possibility of charging the electric vehicle
SUSTAINABLE TOURISM
- We encourage a different way of traveling and of enjoying with respect and care for the environment through different routes to discover the environment on foot or by bike.
- We recommend local restaurants to discover the typical cuisine of our region.
- We promote the proximity and km0 shopping in the different shops in the village.

Spectacular traditional Catalan villa with heated private pool 2km Banyoles lake is located in Mata. Spectacular traditional Catalan villa with heated private pool 2km Banyoles lake provides accommodation, featuring Pool, TV, View, among other amenities. This Villa features Pool, TV, View, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Spectacular traditional Catalan villa with heated private pool 2km Banyoles lake has 8 Bedrooms , 6 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 20 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Villa because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Villa, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Villa has a friendly neighborhood, and the Mata has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Villa in Mata, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Unique Amenities

  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Pet Friendly
  • Pool
  • Designated Smoking Area
  • TV
  • View
  • Private Pool
  • Ocean View
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Oceanfront
  • Accessibility
  • Sports/Activities
  • Bedding/Linens
  • Wellness Facilities
  • Fireplace/Heating
  • Entertainment
  • Breakfast
  • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
  • Child Friendly
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
 
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Policies

Check-in Check-in time starts at 6:00 pm minimum check-in age: 35
Check-out Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy Children are welcome. note from host: high chairs, baby cots...
Pet Policy 2 total (up to 22 lbs per pet) note from host: maximum 2 pets. fee: 15€ per pet and per night. pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs and cats only
Other Policy 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 host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited property registration number pg-000205 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
 
Mata (Porqueres), 17846, Spain

What Our Guests say 500 + Reviews

Aug 21, 2023 06:00:07 AM
Summary: Villa is lovely. Communal space inside is great and bedrooms nicely laid out and comfortable. Raquel welcomed us on first day and went through everything we needed. Lots of thoughtful touches and loads of info on places to visit. We arrived in the area early and were able to leave our luggage until the villa was ready for us to check in. Bbq area and courtyard were lovely. Pool is not huge but big enough for a nice cool dip on a hot day. Lots of loungers available and a mix of sunny and shady areas within the courtyard. A good time was had by all!
Leann B. Leann B.
Aug 15, 2023 06:00:10 AM
Summary: The property is lovely and near Banyoles Lake which is a really nice place to visit. There are plenty of places to go out and visit such as Girona and the Dali museum in Figueres. Raquel our host was really helpful and helped arrange a trip to a vineyard and to the Dali Museum. The service that she provides is really good and helped make the stay better - Thanks Raquel!
Andrew P. Andrew P.
Jul 11, 2023 12:21:16 AM
Summary: We are a three generation group of 10 (ages 14-73) This beautiful house suited us perfectly. There was plenty of space to be together and places for quiet time. It was perfectly maintained and well equipped. We prepared many meals with no problem, including a few on the grill (charcoal). The two large refrigerator/ freezers were wonderful. Beds were comfortable and showers were excellent. The pool and the ping pong table got a lot of use. And the large kitchen table was a wonderful and spacious gathering place. Raquel and her family were very attentive and answered all our questions promptly both before and during our stay. There were also binders prepared offering a wealth of information on the area and places to visit. There is a bus stop within easy walking distance which we used to go to both Barcelona and Girona. We had rental cars and visited many other places in the area. Rental of both a road and a mountain bike kept two people busy and offered challenging rides. Eat Sleep Cycle in Girona was a great choice for rental. Our runners/ walkers enjoyed the Via Verde and loops around the lake. We enjoyed being in Mata/ Banyoles as we got a good feel for life away from tourists. It was a great place to head in all directions to visit everything the area has to offer. Many thanks to Raquel and her family. 100% recommend Can Xargay for great memories!
Debbie D. Debbie D.
Jun 25, 2023 02:52:09 PM
Summary: From the moment we booked this lovely home, Raquel reached out to us to assist us with any questions we had, arranged for travel, massages, bikes being delivered, ordered and delivered two beautiful birthday cakes, and gave us lots of details for places to explore! Raquel and her mother greeted us at the bus stop in Mata, shared their family home & history, and even drove us to the local store to pick up needed groceries. Their home is beautiful, clean, and welcoming, plenty of space for our 95-year old father all the way down to our youngest grandson, age 10. The pool and outside area was an amazing spot to unwind, so peaceful. We loved all of our shared family time around the large kitchen, walking to stores in Mata, taking a walking path to Lake Banyoles, learning how to navigate the bus to Barcelona and Girona was easy! We couldn't have asked for a better spot to celebrate family! Raquel, you and your family are amazing and we are so very grateful for your help & kindness. With gratitude, Manuel & Bonnie Perry and family
Bonnie P. Bonnie P.
Oct 17, 2022 01:43:41 PM
Summary: Our diverse group had an excellent experience in this historic property that was perfect for all our activities; mainly road biking and sight seeing. Lots of well furnished indoor and outdoor spaces, great pool, patio, BBQ and secure bike lock up. Raquel who manages this family property provided constant, exceptional advice and support ensuring we maximized our time to the fullest. We could not have had a better holiday!
Michael H. Michael H.
Jul 28, 2022 06:00:02 AM
Summary: You're always a little wary that the photos of a property have been taken on the sunniest day when the pool had just been cleaned and the house just painted, so you hold your breath a little when you take those first few steps into your vacation home. For us, the reality was even better than the pictures. Can Xargay was the perfect location for our family to get together after more than 5 years apart. There were grandparents, siblings, partners and children, 15 in total who stayed various amounts of time over a 2-week period at the house. We all had room to live, eat, hang out and have fun without being on top of each other. Let me start with the outside space. The pool was perfect. The kids spent most of every day in the pool playing and having fun. The deep end was always shaded which gave some relief from the sun and the fence and gate provided a deterrent from eager early morning swimmers. The adults had many evening snacks and drinks at the long picnic table beside the pool. Allowing us lots of room to sit and catch up while keeping an eye on the pool. The sun loungers and chairs along with stone benches in the courtyard provided lots of space for reading and chilling during the sunny days for all the family. Inside, the kitchen was huge. The long table allowed everyone space to make and eat their own food while being social and sharing. It was the hub during the day, with many cups of tea and coffee spent sitting on chairs and chatting. The sitting room off the kitchen was beautiful. Again, a lot of room and air conditioning along with the huge tv (which we never turned on) but allowed everyone some downtime in comfort. The table tennis table in the games room also got a good workout and one of our younger ones produced many restaurant meals from the play kitchen there! Upstairs the bedrooms were all really good with some really nice touches to enjoy. The beds were comfortable and there were lots of bathrooms. We walked to the local bakeries and coffee shops nearly every day and the supermarkets were super close as well. We spent an evening and a few days in the town of Banyoles which is really nice and had lunch at a restaurant on the lake which was stunning. I will recommend this place to anyone who is looking for somewhere stress-free to stay and I think I may actually be back myself. The location was perfect for Girona, Figures, Cadaques and the beaches and water parks. All in all, a perfect house for a fabulous holiday.
Rhona F. Rhona F.
Jun 4, 2019 12:00:53 AM
Summary: The owners of this property were especially attentive to our needs and requests. As this was our first time using Home Away, this high level of service gave us much confidence. The house is well appointed and plenty of room for our group of 12. The games room was a great hit as was the lovely swimming pool. Local knowledge and advice on places to visits, where to get coffee and cake and help organising a birthday cake to be made was so helpful. It is a short walk to local amenities and the beautiful lake and public transport is good, which means a car is not absolutely necessary. We would highly recommend this property.
Jane H. Jane H.
Aug 12, 2018 06:05:30 AM
Summary: 16 family members with ages ranging from 12 to 66 comfortably enjoyed a week at the villa. I would recommend the accommodation at the drop of a hat.
Janette F. Janette F.
Sep 10, 2016 01:52:01 AM
Summary: We have all had a wonderful holiday in superb accommodation. The villa is very well appointed and comfortable. Raquel and family have been extremely helpful in organizing various transports for us. The Catalan meal they did for us was fantastic which all the adults enjoyed tremendously. Thank you so much.
John W. John W.
Feb 24, 2015 10:40:01 PM
Summary: Great place, great people, fantastic paella and very helpful information throughout our entire stay. Thank you so much.
Charles M. Charles M.

FAQ's

Is this Mata villa pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Mata villa have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Mata villa has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Mata villa?

Best-rates for the Mata villa starts from $886 per night with includes Sports/Activities, Pet Friendly, Pool, TV, View, Private Pool, Entertainment, Child Friendly, Ocean View, Oceanfront, Fireplace/Heating, Internet, Laundry, Bedding/Linens, Air Conditioner, Designated Smoking Area, Accessibility, Breakfast, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Wellness Facilities, Kitchen StayAndPlay offers fully equipped golf villas, golf hotels, golf resorts, luxury golf cabins, and exclusive golf retreats, making it easier than ever to find your perfect golf escape — ideal for families, peaceful getaways, or pet-friendly retreats with the whole crew.

Is Mata villa a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this villa Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the villa has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Mata villa wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Mata villa has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Mata villa?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Mata villa indicates 1 day stay policy at this villa. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Mata villa?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Mata villa are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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