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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81292 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Begur, Gerona
  • Place, Platja del Racó
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Pals Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Platja de Sa Riera
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Girona (GRO-Costa Brava)
    ‪60 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Begur

This villa places you within a 10-minute stroll of Pals Beach and Platja del Racó. The villa includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Platja del Racó - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Pals Beach - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cala Moreta - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Platja de L'Illa Roja - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Platja de Sa Riera - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Flaça Station - 26 min drive
  • Girona (GRO-Costa Brava) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mar Blau - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sol i Mar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ultramar Begur - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪El Vaixell - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Braai lounge - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Lovely air-conditioned villa close to sandy beach, shops and restaurants

Villa Francastella is available in the Spring and Summer for private self-catering rental.
This enchanting, well-equipped & spacious four-bedroom detached house, with its own garden, is quietly situated yet only a short walk from sandy beach, shops, restaurants and bars of the resort of Playa de Pals in the most beautiful part of the Costa Brava. With several beaches, fantastic snorkelling, golf and local medieval towns nearby, there is something for everyone.
The villa is built in the Catalan style, and is equipped throughout to a high standard. It sleeps 8 comfortably and has space to relax, within the house, on the large covered terrace, or on the lawn in its garden. It has a pleasant view and overlooks the gardens and pool of the Sa Punta restaurant, rated one of the finest in the region. The house is surrounded by scented pines and the immediate vicinity comprises an abundance of green in which there are other detached houses set off quiet roads with little traffic.


The area: Playa de Pals is a small resort set in the most beautiful part of the Costa Brava between Barcelona and the French border. It is mainly composed of villas set around a village centre, in which can be found the typical facilities of a beach resort. The beach is sandy and extends for a considerable distance. Within easy reach of the house, there are several small fishing villages with sheltered coves and, in a week, one can easily swim at a different beach every day. There are two magnificent golf courses, and all sorts of water sports are available.
3km offshore are the Islas Medas where there is an underwater nature reserve, well worth a visit (there are organised trips in glass-bottomed boats, scuba-diving expeditions, or you can hire your own craft and go snorkelling).

Wining and dining: Playa de Pals and the surrounding area have a great variety of restaurants offering Catalan, Spanish and French cooking. These range from cheap family restaurants to the exquisite Sa Punta, and are mostly really worth a visit (or two). We leave our own guide to these in the house, the result of many years of serious scientific research!
The villa is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,292 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please vacate the house by 10.00 on your departure day.
The house will be cleaned by our housekeeper. She has difficulty lifting things. We would be very grateful if you would be so kind as to take your recycling to the bins opposite the Sa Punta agency.
Please leave the house keys in the key box where you found them.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

In July and August the house is let only by the week from Saturday to Saturday unless by agreement with owner.
A child's cot can be hired at a cost of €25

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (22 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Please request prior consent of the owner

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Property Registration Number ESFCTU00001701400018245100000000000000000000000000004, HUTG-000348

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts cash.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of this villa?

This villa in Begur is within a 10-minute walk of Pals Beach and Platja del Racó. You'll also find Platja de Sa Riera and Club Tennis Pals less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Lovely air-conditioned villa close to sandy beach, shops and restaurants?

No, this villa doesn't offer parking.

Is this villa adjacent to a casino?

No, this villa is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this villa?

No, there is no indoor pool at this villa.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Lovely air-conditioned villa close to sandy beach, shops and restaurants?

Couples staying at this villa will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as tennis.

Are there hot tubs at Lovely air-conditioned villa close to sandy beach, shops and restaurants?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this villa.

Does this villa include breakfast service?

No, this villa doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this villa allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this villa.

Are there connecting rooms at Lovely air-conditioned villa close to sandy beach, shops and restaurants?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this villa.

What is the closest airport to this villa?

The closest major airport to this villa is Girona (GRO-Costa Brava), which is about 23.2 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Lovely air-conditioned villa close to sandy beach, shops and restaurants?

Yes, every villa at Lovely air-conditioned villa close to sandy beach, shops and restaurants comes with a patio and some offer mountain views.

Lovely air-conditioned villa close to sandy beach, shops and restaurants Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

C.J. K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely holiday home at Costa Brava

The beautiful house is located at a quite street. Nice view from the garden. Sea is 5 min walk from the house. Nice small city center with good restaurants. We made lovely walks along the coast and great snorkeling.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful holidays

Our family has had a number of most enjoyable holidays at the villa, which, with the surrounding area, has remained unspoilt over the years. We have many happy memories of all the different beaches to choose from; Platja de Pals the nearest, but also Sa Riera, Calella, Llafranch and Sa Tuna and all the places to see roundabout. The villa itself is charming, with local shops within easy reach where we have bought our croissants for breakfast, obtained cash from the ATM and bought souvenirs to take home. When we've felt like spoiling ourselves, we wandered down to the Sa Punta Restaurant, three or four minutes away, for a first class meal and a swim in their pool, which you can see over the road from the villa. There are wonderful markets to be visited in Torroella and Palafrugell and local towns and villages such as Pals, Peratallada and Begur to be explored. This is a truly wonderful base from which to discover or revisit this part of the Costa Brava.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gilles M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Une bonne maison de famille où l'on se sent bien pour les vacances.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dmitry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wir hatten einen sehr angenehmen Aufenthalt in der Villa und ich möchte Herrn Lilley für diese Möglichkeit und die nette Kommunikation danken. Alle Formalitäten verliefen reibungslos. Einige Dinge erforderten ein wenig Eingewöhnung, wie zum Beispiel die Müllentsorgung, aber dazu gab es Anleitungen im Haus.Die Villa ist nicht besonders groß, aber für bis zu 8 Personen gut geeignet. Wir waren zwei Familien mit insgesamt drei Kindern im Alter zwischen 9 und 14 Jahren. Die Villa befindet sich in einer eher ruhigen Straße mit schöner, wenn auch nicht außergewöhnlicher Aussicht (kein Meerblick). Die Terrasse ist von der Straße aus kaum einsehbar und wirkt angenehm abgeschieden (im positiven Sinne).Die Villa ist mit allem ausgestattet, was man braucht: Bettwäsche, Handtücher, sämtliches Kochzubehör, Geschirr und Besteck, Geschirrspüler und Waschmaschine. Drei Schlafzimmer befinden sich im Erdgeschoss, ein weiteres Schlafzimmer im Obergeschoss mit separatem Eingang von außen – je nach Situation kann das als Vorteil oder Nachteil empfunden werden.Die Villa ist nicht modern, hat aber definitiv seinen eigenen Charme.Geschäfte und Restaurants befinden sich in etwa 500 m Entfernung. Die Strände sind weniger als 1 km entfernt, erfordern aber etwas Mühe, besonders auf dem Rückweg, da es bergauf geht.Platja del Racó und Platja de l’Illa Roja (FKK) sind weniger überlaufen als Strände in den Ortschaften wie z.B. in Tamariu. Die Strände sind Sandstrände, aber grobkörnig.
Terrassenblick im Regen
Dünen bei der Platja de Pals, Sonnenaufgang auf dem Camí de Ronda bei Sa Riera, Morgenstimmung an der Platja de Pals
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nadia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place, great time!

We hebben een heerlijke tijd gehad in dit gezinshuis. Alles is aanwezig om er prettig te verblijven. Locatie is mooi en met 10 minuten lopen naar het strand (15 terug, berg op ) geweldig!! Fijn buiten terras ook!! Makkelijk contact met de eigenaar bij vragen en toen er even iets gerepareerd moest worden. Bedankt Frank! . worden.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sebastien M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bon plan

La déco de la maison est un peu vieillotte et les rangements sont limités mais globalement c'est un bon plan
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heribert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tolle Vermieter

Tolle Lage, sehr schönes Haus, ausgewogenes Preis-Leistungsverhältnis, viele Ausgeh- und genügend Einkaufsmöglichkeiten. Die Kommunikation mit dem Vermieter, auch bei Nachfragen klappt ausgezeichnet.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Audrey J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maison agréable proche de Platja de pals

Une jolie maison rustique, un jardin agréable sous les pins, emplacement à proximité de la plage : 10 min à pieds et idéal pour découvrir les environs de begur...
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Helmert v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Leuk huis op een mooie plek

Eén kamer van het huis is niet vanuit het huis te bereiken maar buitenom. Dat heeft voor en nadelen. Het huis ligt op een mooie rustige plek; niet te dichtbij het strand maar ook niet te ver weg. Eigenaar heeft een mooi boekwerk gemaakt over de omgeving; welk strand je bij welke wind het beste kan zitten en welke restaurants en plaatsjes hij aanbeveelt.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

NATHALIE B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Un très bon séjour

Maison très agréable et calme située dans une très jolie région. À 10 min à pied d une très belle plage de sable avec eau cristalline. Les échanges avec le propriétaire, Frank, sont toujours très agréables et rapides. Seuls le nettoyage de la maison et la literie pourraient être améliorés. Nous envisagerions de revenir avec grand plaisir.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect base camp to enjoy beachlife and/or explore Costa Brava

A well laid out house with all facilities including a garden. No pool but the sea is close by. The house is located in a calm neighbourhood and you can park your car and walk to the beach, the shops and restaurant.
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Lovely House - Relaxing holiday

Four of us spent a lovely relaxing week here in July. Weather was very hot which made the hill climb back to the villa very exhausting. Resort is pretty quiet so a car would be useful. Mosquito nets were a god send! Overall a most relaxing holiday and I would happily recommend to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super Urlaub

Wir verbrachten eine sehr schöne Woche in Spanien. Erholung pur für jung und alt. Richard
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Gail R.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

lovely position, in need of updating

The Villa Francastella is set in a lovely position amongst pine trees with a nice patio area. The following list is what we consider problematic: 1/ On arrival all the patio furniture was piled into the living space, it was very dirty and all had to be washed, and the patio swept. 2/ We bought a pizza as a quick supper when we arrived, the oven was filthy and smoked as it heated up. 3/ There wasn't a light in the bathroom so a small bedside lamp was plugged in. Later in the week the bulb blew and we couldn't find any spare bulbs . 4/ The kettle spout is rusty. 5/ All surfaces were dirty and had to be cleaned. 6/ There was a half empty vase of water with dead leaves lying around its base. 7/ We had to pay for bedding and towels. The bedding needs replacing it is very old and unappealing. 8/ Floors were sticky and in need of a good wash. 9/We were provided with one tea towel and no hand towels, no kitchen towel, no bin bags and about half a toilet roll. 10/ On the villa description it states that there is no wifi so I didn't take my iPad and purchased a Portable DVD player for £50. On arrival we discovered that there is wifi, rather annoying. 11/ Mattresses are worn and uncomfortable. This the first time I have ever felt cause to complain about accommodation. For a small investment this could be a very nice property. This is a beautiful part of Spain and I have visited it many times but sorry to say that I wouldn't stay at this villa again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Anouck M.

Très bien

Maison très agréable et très bien située.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

Amazing Villa with great garden and very well connected with the local beaches and shops.

We have arrived at the Villa and were nicely surprised with a bottle of Champlain waiting for our us. Everything was as described, and Frank has put a lot of effort for preparing detailed local guidance. In walking distance you have got access to beaches, amazing cliffs (some of them that you can go on) and crystal clear water. We came after season where most restaurants and shops were closed, however within 10 minutes drive you get local supermarket with almost everything you need. Weather was still great at 22-24 Celsius and nights about 14-16. Perfect for me. I strongly recommend it for anyone who is looking for affordable yet very well equipped Villa. Costa Brava is amazing place to go.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elodie C.

Excellent séjour !!

Idéalement située, la maison est très fonctionnelle. Reposante, au calme, l'odeur des pins vous titille au réveil avec le chant des oiseaux. Le petit jardin est très agréable et très bien entretenu. Commerces et plage à proximité à pied ou en vélo, parfait avec des enfants. Nous avons passé de super vacances en famille !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia K.

War super nur zu kurz🙂🙂🙂

Sehr ruhige Lage.toller sauberer strand.super Wetter.das haus ist sauber und ruhig gelegen.fajren gerne noch mal.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Guillaume S.

Très agreable moment

Idéal pour visité cette belle région et être au calme le soir venu
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Clare L.

Amazing!

We have just come back from what I would call one of the best holidays I have ever had. Being September we weren't entirely sure what the weather would be like but it was absolutely beautiful- we were lucky enough to venture to all the surrounding beaches and have a casual drink in the sun. The villa was lovely- real character and cosy beds. The bbq was fab- burgers, kebabs, fish- we all agreed it was one of the best bbqs we've had. Unfortunately being out of season not all of the shops were open but the bars and restaurants down at the local beach were fantastic and very friendly staff! All in all one of the most relaxing and fantastic holidays I have had. Would definitely recommend! Thanks again! x
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Charles T.

Lovely place

Third time at this property and just as good as ever. Sitting outside in the evening with the built-in BBQ sizzling away with freshly-caught tuna steaks and sipping the local Cava, listening to the buzzing of the circadas was a wonderful way to leave behind the rigors of UK life. The house is simple but clean, amply spacious and comfortable and in great position for walking down to the local beach and excellent beach restaurant, one of many terrific eating places in the area. There are lovely walks along the coast, many great beaches and little coves in easy reach. The wine festival at Pals was a definite plus this year with lots of laughter and quaffing. A lovely place to come back to again and again.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Charles T.

One of the lovely places!

Getting away this summer, this was a lovely place to rest, relax and blow away the cobwebs. Sitting outside in the late evening, with the built in BBQ blasting away with fresh tuna steaks balanced by the local Cava, listening to the cicadas buzzing away in the background, you were able to leave behind riots and work in the UK! I found the property to be simple but clean and straighforward, comfortable and well equipped. The area is fantastic with great walks along the coast, good restaurants all over the place and great swimming on the many local beaches. The Pals wine festival was a big plus with much laughter and quaffing. Having been in the area before even as late as the last week of October, it is somewhere I would keep coming back to anytime.
Archival

4/10 Poor

Aideen W.

Disappointing stay in Villa Francastella

Having just returned from a week's holiday in Villa Francastella I must say we were very disappointed with our stay there. Our primary complaint is with the bedrooms - the beds were extremely uncomfortable with poor quality bed linen resulting in none of us getting a good sleep over the week. The most comfortable place was the sofa in the living room! Additionally the twin bedroom where my daughters stayed was damp, resulting in one getting a chest infection requiring a doctor's visit and medication; the other got a head cold. Initially we thought the room just needed airing, but then we found that their clothes were also slightly damp. On the plus side, the villa is well equipped with games, books and good information provided by the owners. The patio area is also well equipped with garden furniture. The photos provided make the villa look more luxurious than it is. In reality it is quite 'tired' and needs some money spent on it. Given we stayed for the week of 27th August to 3rd September, I would not at all regard the price we paid as value for money. I expected a very comfortable, if not luxurious stay for that price - we didn't get it. All in all, a disappointing week for what was our only family week together this year.