Beautifully restored Catalan estate near Banyoles with charming interiors, covered pool, idyllic grounds and easy access to Girona and the Costa Brava.

Key Highlights
- Embrace the Catalan charm of this16th century masía with its sensitively restored interiors and original features
- Families will adore the covered swimming pool, football pitch and plenty of games
- Follow walking trails across the estate and spot wildlife in the woodland before gathering for al-fresco feasts beside the barbecue
- Visit the medieval town of Banyoles with its beautiful lake ideal for long walks, kayaking and summer swimming
- Perfectly positioned between historic Girona and artistic Figueres, only half an hour from superb Costa Brava beaches
Ground Floor
- Living room
- Music room with piano and guitar
- Office area
- Laundry room
- Billiards room
- Bedroom with queen-size double bed (160 cm), air conditioning, and ensuite bathroom with bathtub
- Bedroom with queen-size double bed (160 cm), air conditioning, original 17th century press, and ensuite bathroom with bathtub
- Bathroom with shower (accessible from the garden and pool area)
First Floor
- Well-equipped kitchen and dining area
- Main living room
- Living room with fireplace
- Small living room
- Office area
- Duplex bedroom with queen-size double bed (160cm), air-conditioning, bathroom and upper level (via open-sided ladder-style staircase) with sofa-bed
- Bedroom with queen-size double bed and air conditioning
- Bedroom with twin beds and portable fan
- Bedroom with twin beds and portable fan
- Bedroom with queen-size double bed and portable fan
- Four bathrooms (two ensuites, one private, and one shared)
Second Floor
- Large office space with library (via ladder-style stairs), desks, and panoramic views to the garden
Exterior
- Large garden space surrounded by countryside
- Private pool (100 m²) with sun loungers
- Two barbecues and covered outdoor dining area
- Inner courtyard space
- Football nets
- Sauna and shower
- Covered parking spaces
- Gym area
- Table tennis and table football
Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi connection
- Air conditioning (in 4 bedrooms)
- Heating
- Cot & highchair
- Smart TVs
- Washing machine
- Tumble dryer
- Lift
Experience the soul of Catalonia at this beautifully restored residence with origins dating back to the 16th century. Mas Vilafreser offers 1,322 m² of living space set within a vast 76,000 m² estate with woodland, walking trails and a swimming pool. Perfectly positioned between the historic town of Girona and artistic Figueres, it provides a rare setting for extended families or groups of friends to gather and enjoy time together.
Arrival is marked by towering cypress trees and a grand entrance door, leading into characterful interiors with tiled floors, arched ceilings and generous communal spaces. The ground floor includes welcoming living areas such as the billiard and music room and a lounge with Smart TV, while upper floors reveal further cosy lounges, a kitchen blending contemporary and traditional styles, and an impressive top-floor office and library with panoramic views. Throughout the house, there is ample space to retreat quietly or come together socially.
The former farmhouse sleeps up to 15 guests across seven inviting bedrooms, five with private bathrooms. Two air-conditioned queen-size bedrooms are located on the ground floor, including one featuring an original 17th-century press, while upstairs there are four further air-conditioned sleeping arrangements including a duplex double with sofa-bed, alongside three additional bedrooms with fans. Guests also enjoy access to a gym, sauna, barbecues, sports facilities and woodland grounds, while remaining well connected to Banyoles, Girona, Figueres and the beaches and coves of the Costa Brava.
- Mas Vilafreser sleeps up to 15 guests across 7 bedrooms, one of which features a sofa-bed on an upper level (reached via a ladder-style staircase) - please see the “Layout” tab for full details
- Air-conditioning is featured in four bedrooms only (fans are provided in the other three bedrooms)
- Due to the rural location, a car is essential when staying at this property - please note the final part of the route to the house is a 600 - 700 metre track (not tarmacked)
- This is a wonderful holiday home for families with its vast grounds and activities – please note that small children will need to be supervised due to certain historic features as well as ladder-style stairs in the main office and one of the bedrooms
- Please note that the pool cover shown in the photos is no longer in place - please bear with us whilst we take some more photos!
Oliver's Extras
- Chef/Cook Available
- Transfers Available
Weddings & Events Information
Ask a questionIndoor Capacity – 0
Outdoor Capacity – 150
Additional Fees for Events
Yes, a separate wedding package is required, please enquire for prices.
Wedding Ceremony and Reception
There is a flexible layout for a combined ceremony and reception, all hosted outdoors. There is no indoor event space, so events are entirely open-air. A nearby chapel is available if desired, please enquire for more information.
Catering
There is no in-house catering. Couples are free to use recommended external caterers, or bring in their own suppliers.
Other Wedding Suppliers
A list of recommended vendors is available, including photographers, florists, and DJs, but you are free to choose your own wedding suppliers.
Packages
The villa must be booked for a minimum of 2 nights for weddings. Marquee hire is permitted, pricing available on request. Day-before and day-after events are allowed.
Where to Stay
This venue accommodates up to 15 guests. Please enquire for details on nearby lodging options for additional guests.
Venue Accessibility
Please note the venue cannot be easily accessed via public transport. There is complimentary parking on site for wedding guests, although it is advised to plan for taxis and private transfers for large events.
Venue Back-up
There is no indoor backup space, marquees or tents should be arranged in case of poor weather.
Flexibility on Duration
The villa must be booked for a minimum of 2 nights for weddings.
Children
Children are welcome; however, no childcare services are provided.
Other Information
No restrictions on themes or décor, you're encouraged to bring your creative ideas
Fireworks may be permitted, please enquire.
Surveillance cameras may be used on-site for added security, though guests are responsible for their belongings.
No curfew is enforced, but noise must be reduced after a certain hour to respect neighbours.
Please note that any event rental may be subject to additional charges, venue hire fees and to a higher security deposit, which will be in addition to any published rental rates and fees.
All events are on request only and subject to prior agreement from the owner, who reserves the right to refuse all events without their prior authorisation.