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Something different—town house with south-facing roof terrace

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Outdoor dining
Exterior detail
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Something different—town house with south-facing roof terrace

More interesting than the average holiday home, our house is a tall, 300 year old bel étage style town house slotted into the bend of a quiet side street. No two walls are at right angles, so modernising the interior was a challenge. What we haven’t done is change the character of the house. What we have done is provide modern facilities, make it really comfortable and give you a great base for your holiday.

Over the last few years we have substantially upgraded the property, refurbishing the Kitchen, Dining Room, Sitting Room and Main bedroom/suite. Most recently, we have restored the stucco ceilings on the bel étage.

We have finished converting what, 200 years ago, was the original kitchen into a lovely dayroom/bedroom looking on to the private courtyard. It retains original features, like the pink marble sink, and large chimney breast. It has a new en-suite WC. We've also put in a brand-new family bathroom with bath and shower. We've opened up the hall so there is space for luggage, bikes, walking equipment and everything else that struggles to find a home on holiday.

We have had some big parties of friends and family here - the house takes 10 easily (12 if you are good friends), but we have also been really comfy as a couple too. The bedrooms provide flexible sleeping accommodation with 7 beds (plus 1 pull-out bed and 2 sofa-beds). There are three modern en-suite shower rooms; a new, downstairs dayroom/bedroom looking onto the private courtyard with WC, and an additional separate bathroom with WC. There is a large first floor dining room and sitting rooms as well as a private courtyard and a large, south-facing terrace.

The Area: Prades is a pretty French market town of about 4000 people. The big and colourful market is on Tuesday mornings. The Romanesque church has the largest baroque Reredos in France. There are cafes, brasseries and restaurants as well as a good range of shops all around the town square. There are events and festivals throughout the year.
From Carcassonne to the Vermillion coast the Rousillion is packed with interest. Notable vineyards include Limoux, Rivesaltes and Banyuls.
Catalonia has been part of the Kingdom of Majorca, Aragon, France and Spain. Its history is visible in the fortified towns, coastal watchtowers and castles throughout the area. Prades is a centre of French Catalan heritage and culture. Spanish cellist Pablo Casals fled to Prades during the Spanish civil war, stayed and established the festival that now bears his name. The Catalan summer school takes over the town for two weeks in August, and there is dancing in the square every night. Local food is influenced too.

Things to do: There is so much to do in the region that all we can do is give you a taste. There are impressive hills, lakes and rivers around Prades with a wide variety sports and activities. In winter the nearest ski resorts are just 45km away.
Canet Plage is 30 minutes drive from the house. It has long, sandy Mediterranean beaches, restaurants and lively nightlife. You can get to Canet by public transport.
There is a variety of other beaches and coastal resorts close by including Sainte-Marie-Plage, Saint-Cyprien-Plage, Port Barcares, Argeles-sur-Mer and the pretty fishing town of Colluire.
The Petit Train Jaune, the most scenic SNCF service, climbs 1200m up the Tet valley from the walled town of Villefranche via some spectacular viaducts.
There are pretty towns and villages, castles, abbeys and lots of museums in the Conflent. Prades has an excellent, English speaking tourist office to help you plan your trips. Many of our guests keep coming back because there is so much to do and see.


Eating Out: As you would expect, good restaurants are plentiful and you will be hard pressed to eat badly. The set menus are good value and a way to sample local specialties. Try Escalivade-roast vegetable salad, Bourride-delicious fish soup, anything with anchovies, Paella, Boules de Picolat-Catalonian meatballs, and Crepes Forestiere-wild mushroom pancakes. The ice-cream liegeois are excellent and Creme Catalane is the local dessert.
The local wine, best ordered by the pichet, is excellent and cheap. The vin rose goes well with virtually everything. Other drinks popular with the locals are Banyuls and Rivesaltes as aperitifs and dessert wines, Kir, Sangria, and demi-peche lager with peach syrup.

Property manager

Deiniol Kearley-Heywood

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,691 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number 0795592995232

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Something Differenttown House With South facing Roof Terrace
Something different—town house with south facing roof terrace

About the area

Map
Prades, Occitanie

What's nearby

  • Prades Square - 2 min walk
  • St-Michel-de-Cuixa Abbey - 5 min drive
  • Ramparts of Villefranche de Conflent - 8 min drive
  • Château-Fort Liberia - 10 min drive
  • St-Martin-du-Canigou Abbey - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Prades-Molitg-les-Bains Station - 5 min walk
  • Perpignan (PGF-Perpignan - Rivesaltes Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Café le Canigou - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪La forge d'auguste - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cafe de la Paix - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Central Bar - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Something different—town house with south-facing roof terrace pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Something different—town house with south-facing roof terrace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Something different—town house with south-facing roof terrace?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Something different—town house with south-facing roof terrace located?

This family-friendly Prades holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Prades Square and Regional Park of the Catalan Pyrenees. St-Michel-de-Cuixa Abbey and Office de tourisme Conflent Canigo Molitg les Bains are also within 3 miles (5 km). Prades-Molitg-les-Bains Station is 5 minutes by foot.

Something different—town house with south-facing roof terrace Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

dadia c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Late summer between the mountains and the sea
A delightful house a hop away from the main square The house comfortable and interesting contained everything we needed - every bedroom had en suite shower The roof terrace and courtyard superb extras Prades is well connected by public transport -we enjoyed 2 weeks without a car Will definitely be back And many thanks to Pascale who met us and was on hand for any problems-there were none!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

SUSAN

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal location in a traditional townhouse
We really enjoyed our stay in Deiniol’s house, we loved the space available and the quirky eclectic mix of style and decoration throughout the property. The sitting room is lovely and bright, it would more comfortable with another sofa or couple of armchairs. This is an old town house and has a lot of stairs so not suitable for anyone with mobility difficulties. The kitchen is well equipped. The bedrooms are roomy and have en suites with great showers. The view from the terrace of the mountains is stunning. There is a large table and chairs and a BBQ. A choice of a sail cloth for shade or a large umbrella. Communication with the owner and property manager was excellent, from the initial booking throughout and after our stay via an WhatsApp group. Instructions for parking and finding the property were very clear. We found the location to be perfect for accessing the facilities in the town and exploring the local area. It is just a short walk to the square there are some excellent bars, cafes and restaurants. the butchers and fishmonger are excellent too. There is a handy Spar in the town and a well stocked Super U. The local markets are definitely worth visiting. We met some interesting local people and felt very welcomed. The staff in the local tourist information office, were helpful with suggestions of things to do and see, we managed to fit them all in and more! We would definitely recommend staying here and would return.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great holiday
It is a wonderfully charismatic house and feels like a happy family home. Its far from your usual IKEA identikit Air B&B rental and so much the better for it. The kitchen is well equipped for cooking at home. There's lots of space to relax. It has the most wonderful terrace looking out to Mount Canigou, perfect for eating, drinking and relaxing. Everything in Prades is pretty much in walking distance. We found the double bed in the master bedroom small, but it was such a beautiful room to sleep in we didn't move to one of the many other bedrooms. We had beautiful September weather. A really special weeks holiday. We'd love to go back.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house
This is such a wonderful house. The roof terrace on the top floor is fantastic and the views are amazing. There is loads of space in the house itself and the kitchen is better equipped than any holiday rental property we’ve stayed in and a really lovely room to hang out in. Prades is a great town to explore the local area as well. The market on Tuesday is a must and the lake at Vinca (10 mins drive away) is great if you have kids and are staying in the summer. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brilliant, quirky home away from home
An excellent experience from start to finish. Really good service from the owner and local manager. The house is lovely - it's not 'fancy' but that's not what we wanted. The description on Vrbo is very helpful, read it carefully and there will no surprises (or at least, only good ones!) It's in a great location and has everything you need for a great holiday. So much more interesting than some places you could stay. Loads of room to relax and make yourself at home. The roof terrace and the small courtyard are highlights. Prades is a nice little town and there's loads to do in the area. All in all, we were very happy - thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, amazing terrace, good location.
We really loved our stay in the house in Prades. It's right in the centre of the town in a lovely old street, a couple of minutes walk from the town square, although very quiet at night - a perfect balance! The house was great fun with nice big rooms. The kitchen was very well stocked and we did a lot of cooking. We didn't use the garden as we were there in April and it wasn't that hot, but we spent lots of time on the top floor terrace which has amazing views over the Canigou mountain, watching the swallows, swifts and house martens.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house in Prades
This is a lovely house, in which my wife and I were lucky enough to spend 4 months. The view of the Canigou from the terrace is sublime; the rooms are comfortable and the kitchen is excellent; the location could not be better. If you are considering different places to stay in France, Prades is a great choice, with regional markets twice a week, surrounded by the beauty of the Conflent. Deiniol is a perfect host -- we never had a problem with communication or any arrangements. I recommend 18 Rue de l'Hospice very highly and hope to return soon.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

A lovely old house in the heart of Prades
Very comfortable with lots of space. The roof terrace is brilliant for bird watching. Our 3 year old loved the toys and the road has very little traffic. The Pablo Casals museum at the end of the street is a great introduction to going to a cello festival concert.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Au calme et à la fraicheur dans Prades
Idéal pour loger une famille.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ulf K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really something different - in the best sense
We had a wonderful stay. The house is very charming - full of spirit and soul. Tastefully furnished and equipped with everything you could need or desire (o.k., the Mini TV we didn't check out) - our daughter loved the popcorn machine;-). Situated in the very city center - most convenient. Communication with Deiniol and the Admin was very uncomplicated, we got all useful information and necessary instructions. We had some really hot days during our stay, and the nights especially in the upper floors felt tropical. But this is July in this region, nothing unexpected. We were 9 persons and loved the fact, that each bedroom is equipped with a separate bathroom (no shower jams in the heat). All in all - a very good experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beate M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant House with character in great Mountains
Pleasant house with character in great mountains! Prades is a nice city with funny Public festivals.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Barbara K., Bollendorf, Deutschland

Großes, phantasievoll eingerichtetes Haus
Wir hatten eine sehr angenehme und entspannte Woche in dem historischen und individuell eingerichteten Haus im Zentrum von Prades. Das Frühstück und die Abende auf der Dachterrasse mit super Blick auf den Canigou haben wir am meisten genossen. Wir kommen gerne wieder!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margriet J.

Very comfortable, stylish house, close to everything
We loved this house so much. It was right in the middle of Prades, but in a quiet street. The bedrooms are full of character and comfortable. We loved the roof terrace with views to Pic du Canigou, where we spent our evenings chatting under the stars. The kitchen was very nice and had everything you need. The sitting room is a romantic place, with the green leaves of the tree in the garden sheltering it from the warm sun. There is much to see and do in close vicinity of the house. The market on Tuesday is on your doorstep, as is the beautiful village of Eus. We enjoyed climbing the Pic du Canigou! Every day we went to Vinca for an evening swim in the lake. We recommend this beautiful place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jochem v.

Heerlijk huis met eigen sfeer.
Het huis is prima koel te houden met de luiken dicht, alles is aanwezig, niet chique maar Frans/Engels rommelig en praktisch. Dakterras is ‘s avonds een prachtplek.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Einat Z.

Charming townhouse in a great location
once again we had a wonderful family time in this cosy house in the center of Prades. highly recommended
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sophie D., Paris

Une maison pleine de charme
La maison est spacieuse (nous étions 6) et très agréable. Nous y reviendrions avec un grand plaisir.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Oline S.

Nice and charming house!
We spent three weeks in Prades in July and had a great time. The house is big and charming with a lovely roof terrace. 45 min with car to the sea, but there are lots of things to do in Prades as well: we had lovely walks with the dog by the canal to the monastery, went to the market and had wonderful baths in the river of Tet. Would love to come back!
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Corinne D.

Maison
Maison très agréable je vous la conseille bien aménagé
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2015