Beautiful village home in the foothills of the Pyrenees
Set in the peaceful village of Finestret, overlooking the village church and the Pyrenean foothills beyond, 9 Carrer Del Graons makes a lovely base for exploring the Languedoc Rousillon region. The house is arranged over three floors: a bedroom, shower room and large cellar on the ground floor; living room and spacious kitchen dining room on the second floor; and the top floor has the master bedroom and bathroom. The South West facing roof terrace, reached from the lounge or through patio doors from the master bedroom, is ideal for BBQ or just relaxing enjoying the views and the sun.
Finestret has a population of about 150, mainly resident but with a few holiday homes and village gites. Village life centres around the church and the salon de fetes with many, all welcome, village events over the year. The village is surrounded by peach and cherry groves, great scenery for a bicycle ride or a short walk, several longer walks start from the village and for the more adventurous Mount Canigou beckons. The river Lentilla runs through the village and provides natural pools for swimming and several companies base canyoning trips from the village. Although Finestret has no shops (but a daily bread van passes through the village) Vinca is only 4km away with post office, bank, several restaurants, many bakeries and a swimming lake. From here you can also catch the Petit Train Jaune up the mountain to the ski resorts of Font Romeau. By car it is 45mins to the closest slopes and Andorra is two hours away.
A little further afield......but only 8km from the village, is Prades, home of the renowned Pablo Casals music festival, larger supermarkets, more restaurants and a lovely weekly market. The Mediterranean and the Cote Vermeille towns and beaches, such as historic Collioure (45minutes) and the Costa Brava (1 hour), all make great day trips, as do visits to some of the many vineyards of the Languedoc Rousillon, the largest wine producing region of France.
Getting to Finestret: Finestret is easily accesible with 3 airports under two hours away: Perpignan - Flybe, BMIBaby & Ryanair - 35 mins; Girona - Easyjet - 75 mins; Barcelona - BA, Flybe, Easyjet & Jet2 - 120 mins; By car from Perpignan take the N116 direction Prades and Andorra, from junction 42 (South Perpignan) of the A9-E15 autoroute, La Catalane. Leave the N116 at Vinca and Finestret is a 4km drive to the South.
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Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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Property # 98604
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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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Finestret
Located in Finestret, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. St-Michel-de-Cuixa Abbey and Ramparts of Villefranche de Conflent are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Regional Park of the Catalan Pyrenees and Lac de Vinça. Aventure Active / Pyrenees Outdoor Sports and Parc Animalier de Casteil are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
Aventure Active / Pyrenees Outdoor Sports - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
Le Castillet - 50 min drive - 47.4 km
Palace of the Kings of Majorca - 51 min drive - 47.7 km
Perpignan Cathedral - 52 min drive - 47.4 km
Galamus Gorges - 58 min drive - 57.1 km
Getting around
Marquixanes Station - 6 min drive
Perpignan (PGF-Perpignan - Rivesaltes Intl.) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 11 min drive
Des Gouts Et Des Couleurs - 11 min drive
Épicerie Communale - 11 min drive
Baan Thai - 13 min drive
la casa d'arria - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Beautiful village home in the foothills of the Pyrenees pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful village home in the foothills of the Pyrenees?
As of 20 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful village home in the foothills of the Pyrenees on 16 Nov 2026 start from £351, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Beautiful village home in the foothills of the Pyrenees?
On-site parking is available at the property.
Where is Beautiful village home in the foothills of the Pyrenees located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Aventure Active / Pyrenees Outdoor Sports and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Lac de Vinça. Regional Park of the Catalan Pyrenees and Prades Square are also within 9 miles (15 km).
About the host
Hosted by Tim How
My wife Sarah and I live and work in West London with our 10 year old daughter Ziggy. We love living in London, but still take every opportunity to travel, especially to our home-from-home in Finestret - quite our favourite place...and we think you will agree.
Why they chose this property
The property is so easy to get to, and yet you really feel you are in the real France. It is right in the centre of the Finestret, with wonderful views up the mountains - its thick walls keeps it cool in Summer, and come Winter it's great to return from skiing and get the wood-burner roaring. The local towns of Vinca and Prades have all the amenities you need, and wonderful markets, bars and cafes. Every time we visit we come away totally relaxed and reinvigorated.
What makes this property unique
9 Carrer Del Graons is perfectly placed for exploring the wilds of the Pyrenees at any time of year, skiing and water sports are readily accessible, and the hiking and mountain biking starts right at the front door. There really is so much to do...including relax!