A historic XVI century beach house near Barcelona

Historic beach house fully renovated with all amenities, located within a 5 minute walk to the beach of Caldes d'Estrac, a small and quiet town by the sea 35 kms north of Barcelona. The property will soon have a 100 m2 area devoted to fitness and yoga. Photos of the space will be posted upon completion (May 22). This house is especially tailored for families and small groups looking for a peaceful retreat. The official origins of this spacious house (named "Can Sans" after one of the most prominent families that owned it) go back to the middle of the (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) 's. Can Sans is well maintained thanks to several renovations that have taken place throughout its history, the last one taking place in early (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) The property is located in the oldest part of the village where fishermen and winemakers used to live long ago. During the Spanish Civil War (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) Can Sans served as the Embassy for Costa Rica during the bombings that took place in Barcelona that forced many embassies to relocate outside the city (Caldetas had the status at that time of "war free" town). The neighbourhood is very quiet so if you are looking for peace and privacy this is your perfect destination. The property - with 400 square meters of space - has 5 large bedrooms, 2 spacious living areas, a large dining room that can accommodate up to 10 people comfortably, kitchen with dining area and an enclosed and pleasant patio with a salt water pool. In addition it has 3 full bathrooms and 2 guest bathrooms. Please note that in April of (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) bedrooms 2 to 5 will be upgraded and equipped with 180 cm x 200 cm organic hand-made mattresses by NaturalMat (UK). Please reach out if you need any help or directions to get around. We have been in Caldetas for over 50 years and we can assist you with anything you might need. One of our relatives in town will be available 24/7 if you need assistance. Caldes d' Estrac (known by the locals as "Caldetas") has always been known for being a spa town where the bourgeois catalan class spent their summers in the late XIX century. The small town - with a population of 1,000 inhabitants - is protected by the coastal mountain range which runs parallel to the coast, and enjoys a beautiful weather, with mild summers and winters. Just walking around and exploring the narrow streets is one of the best things to do in Caldetas. There is a small museum, called Fundacio Palau, which exhibits some works from Picasso and a thermal bathhouse in the town center . There are also many little restaurants down the main strip - a mix of seafood, rustic Catalan, tapas, a cozy pizza place (Pizzeria Estrac) as well as small cafes and bars. Like in most Spanish small towns, there is also a central market on the main street, which has different sections for fresh meat, vegetables, fruits, cheese and fresh seafood. The best part of Caldetas is the beach. Caldetas beaches have repeatedly obtained the highest distinction of quality for the excellence of its waters and facilities, the Blue Flag, awarded annually by the European Union. There isn’t much better thing to do than waking up on a bright, sunny summer day and throwing on your bathing suit, walking 5 minutes down the hill and setting yourself up in the sand for the day. There is available free street parking just a few meters from the house (we will provide you with resident stickers). You can choose to park you car and never use it during your stay since grocery stores, restaurants, beach, train station and main points of interest are within a 3/5 minute walk. The train station is within a 5 minute walk and will allow you to take the train to visit Barcelona (only 45 minutes away) and enjoy while you ride the pleasant views of the northern coastline. In this home you will have a feeling of deep relaxation. The slow pace and the presence of the sea just within a few minutes walk from the house set the tone for a perfect vacation. The thick walls isolate the property from any noise and maintains the space very fresh during the summer..