Mas Mateu, one of the finest privately owned properties in Spain

Posted by Paul Handley on Thu 27th May 2010 at 08:30 AM, Filed in Luxury HolidaysLuxury Real Estate To Let Or BuyLuxury Rental
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For the first time ever, this stunning property is available for rental. Located in the Girona province, not far from Girona itself, Mas Mateu has undergone an extensive refurbishment led by a hand-picked team of architects, interior designers and landscape planners…and boy! It shows!

If you are looking for a luxury break in spain complete with all the trappings you would expect from one of Spain’s most distinguished families, Mas Mateu has it all. Each bedroom is uniquely decorated in delicate Catalan tones, complemented by locally sourced rugs, unique family heirlooms, and individual fireplaces, some opening on to their own private terraces with far-reaching views of the Costa Brava. For the ultimate in tranquillity, sink into a deliciously deep oval bath, surrounded by glass walls that open onto the surrounding forest. 

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The house sleeps twenty, with additional staff quarters, making it ideal for a private family getaway, intimate wedding or an informal house party. A graceful arched doorway leads into a series of inviting lounges, with magnificent views over the snow-capped Pyrenees, ideal for relaxing with friends. Cool alabaster walls frame the grand salon’s majestic fireplace, making it the perfect place to curl up with your favourite book.

The property is home to Southern Europe’s leading equestrian facilities which has played host to Spain’s highly regarded national dressage team. One of the world’s finest facilities for training dressage horses, the centre can stable up to ten horses and houses a 70x30 metre all weather covered track, a 70x30 metre outdoor track, a round track for warming up and horse lunging, six paddocks, stands for up to 100 spectators, several acres of fields and living quarters for trainers.

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Those who prefer not to ride can take advantage of Mas Mateu’s extensive facilities, including a dedicated swimming pool complex, spa, gym, football field, basketball court, paddle-tennis court, an outdoor barbeque, a summer kitchen housed in an ancient barn, and cinema.

Dining is a truly Catalan experience at Mas Mateu. Enjoy a Spanish banquet, freshly prepared by the in-house chef, under the stars on one of the many open terraces or eat in the elegant dining room. The region is also home to some of the most celebrated restaurants in Spain, including El Bulli and El Celler de Can Roca, ideal for those rare moments you feel like venturing outside the estate.

You really could not ask for more! This fantastic holiday destination can be yours from €40,000 / week. For further information, please visit http://www.masmateu.com  or to book a private tour of the property please call +34.629.47.94.41 or email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

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