Dosaigues

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The Costa Brava/Catalonia Region

Catalonia, or perhaps better known as the Catalunya region, is the area of northern Spain bordering the Mediterranean just to the south of the French border. This ancient Kingdom once extended from near Narbonne in France down to Barcelona and eastwards to include the Balearic Islands. The area was later divided between France and Spain but even today it remains fiercely Catalan, as can be seen by the numerous red and yellow striped flags proudly displayed.

Perhaps Catalunya greatest gifts to the world have been its artists, Joan Miró and Salvador Dali are both from this region, but today’s artists, the chefs of Catalunya, lead the world with their own inimitable styles and the rather exceptional cuisine, demonstrated originally by Ferran Adria of El Bulli fame and today perpetuated by the Roca brothers in Girona.

For the holidaymaker this is the Costa Brava, known throughout the world for its scenic beauty, aquamarine seas and golden sandy beaches. The most attractive area of the coast is the small area around Palafrugell which stretches from Pals and Begur in the north, south through Aiguablava, Tamariu, Llafranc, Calella de Palafrugell to the gardens of Cap Roig. This dramatic coastline abounds with beautiful bays, coves and headlands, interspersed with golden sandy beaches and is washed by sparkling seas. The glistening white villages of Tamariu, Llafranc and Calella de Palafrugell, each very different, are the perfect locations for relaxing holidays.

Inland, the countryside is mainly agricultural interspersed with some wonderful timeless villages like Peratallada and Ullastret set against a distant backdrop of the ever present Pyrenees. If you want to explore, visit Pals, the walled medieval city; Bisbal famed for its production of ceramics; Torroella de Montgri with its Gothic palaces, courtyards and narrow streets that nestle beneath the Castell de Montgri, and the spectacular gardens of Cap Roig. There are various markets to explore, vineyards to visit and slightly further away the Dali Museum in Figures is well worth a visit; whilst the vibrant city of Barcelona is less than 2 hours away.

For the more energetic there are no fewer than 5 golf courses nearby; you can play tennis; follow a number of planned walking and cycling itineraries; go scuba diving; enjoy all manner of water sports; hire a boat and explore the coast; or just relax soaking up the sun on one of the beautiful beaches for which the area is renowned.

 

Llafranc Area

Llafranc is a charming, traditional Spanish resort with a tree lined promenade fronting a long golden sandy beach that is set on a beautiful bay between its fishing and pleasure port at one end and a majestic tree clad hillside at the other. It is very popular with families, beach lovers and also those seeking more energetic pursuits - water sports, tennis, riding, scuba diving, walking, cycling and golf.

Holidays here are relaxed, lunches are long and dinners run late and Llafranc has a number of excellent restaurants specialising in seafood and Catalan specialities, some are set overlooking the sea, whilst others are just back from the promenade. Our favourites are in the Hotel Llevant, the Casamar, Casa Leon and Chez Tomas. A popular way to burn off the excesses of a good meal is the walk up to the lighthouse, El Far, set high above the resort with breathtaking views over the bay and down the coast. Another popular, less energetic stroll is south along the coast, following the ancient Cami de Ronda to the neighbouring resort of Calella de Palafrugell.

There are many local festivals in the surrounding towns and villages – the highlight being the Festa de St Joan on 23/24 June.

 

Getting There

FLIGHTS : GIRONA-Costa Brava airport is approximately 60 kms from the resort of Llafranc and is served by a number of airlines from the UK and Europe. The following web site will afford you further information - www.barcelona-girona-airport.com. Both BARCELONA (www.barcelona-airport.com) and PERPIGNAN (www.perpignanairport.net), just across the border in France, are also within easy reach. The following web sites may be of assistance : www.skyscanner.net, www.euroflights.info and www.travelsupermarket.com

CAR HIRE : All major car hire companies are represented at Girona, Barcelona and Perpignan airports and the following web sites will be of assistance to you : www.holidayautos.com; www.travelsupermarket.com, www.comparecarhire.co.uk and www.carrentals.co.uk

TRANSFERS : Car hire is not essential for Dosaigues and we can arrange transfers; please ask us for details and prices. There is also a good economic bus service from Girona to nearby Palafrugell run by Sarfa Bus – www.sarfa.com

BY CAR : This area of Catalunya is easily accessible by car; the best route is over the French border at La Jonquera or by ferry to Santander. Car parking is available in Llafranc.

Nearest Travel Links

• Airport: Girona (45 km)
• Ferry: Palamos (15 km)
• Railway: Flaca (35 km)

 

Suitable types of Holiday Llafranc

• Fishing
• Golf Course
• Horse riding
• Tennis courts
• Sailing
• Mountain Biking
• Diving
• Swimming
• Walking
• Waterskiing
• Hill Walking

 

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Exterior Facilities in Dosaigues

• Balcony/Terrace

 

The furnished balcony at the front of each of the apartment overlooks the main square in Llafranc which has a number of restaurants and an excellent croissanteria, and there are great views down to the beach and out to sea.

Bars, restaurants and small shops line the narrow streets of this once fishing village which now caters for holidaymakers, both young and old. The tree lined promenade overlooks the beach and extends around the bay to the marina from where there is a walk, the Cami de Ronda, up to the lighthouse, and to the south around the headland to the neighbouring resort of Calella de Palafrugell.

 

Rental Details

SECURITY DEPOSIT – is payable locally to the managing agent of the property on arrival. This can be done by credit card imprint which will destroyed at the end of your stay; should there be any deductions for breakages or additional charges you will be advised by the managing agent of the property.

TENANCY TIMES - the property is available for occupation between 1600 and 2000 hours (1900 hours in low season) on your arrival day and should be vacated by 1000 on your day of departure. Please bear this in mind when you are booking your flights. If you have flights that are arriving late we can arrange a late key collection for you.

 

Facilities in Dosaigues

• Clothes dryer
• Cooker
• Dish washer
• DVD player
• Freezer
• Fridge
• Highchair
• Internet access
• Iron
• Kettle
• Linen provided
• Microwave
• Television
• Toaster
• Towels provided
• Washing machine

Dosaigues Tres is located on the second floor and the apartment is reached through a communal entrance and staircase. The apartments are spacious and built on one level, with a large living room with both sitting and dining areas and a feature chimney. From the living room panoramic sliding doors open onto the furnished balcony which has views over the square to the beach and the sparkling sea beyond. There is a new kitchen with dishwasher and washing machine which opens to the living room via a breakfast bar.

Each apartment has three bedrooms, one double bedroom and two twin bedded rooms, which share a bathroom and a separate shower room.

Dosaigues Un and Dos, on the first floor, are almost identical apartments in the same resdience and have been upgraded to the same standard as Dosaigues Tres, which is on the second floo,r for the 2012 season, please contact us for further details.

Wifi can be arranged using a ''dongle connection'' at a cost of €50 per week

A DVD player can be arranged on request

 

Bedrooms / Bathrooms

• Bedrooms (3)
• Bathrooms (1)
• Ensuite (1)
• Showers (1)
• WCs (2)

 

Sleeps a Maximum of 6 people:

• Single Beds (4)
• Double Beds (1)

 

Furniture

• Dining Seats (6)
• Lounge Seats (6)