Title: Villa with large private pool, wonderful views, 15 minutes drive to the beach - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Villa with large private pool, wonderful views, 15 minutes drive to the beach ## Photo gallery for Villa with large private pool, wonderful views, 15 minutes drive to the beach ![Outdoor dining - Villa with large private pool, wonderful views, 15 minutes drive to the beach (Montesquieu-des-Albères)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90440000/90430400/90430371/w2160h1615x0y5-f0909087.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Villa with large private pool, wonderful views, 15 minutes drive to the beach (Montesquieu-des-Albères)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90440000/90430400/90430371/9ca09cd3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books - Villa with large private pool, wonderful views, 15 minutes drive to the beach (Montesquieu-des-Albères)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90440000/90430400/90430371/fe36af5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books - Villa with large private pool, wonderful views, 15 minutes drive to the beach (Montesquieu-des-Albères)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90440000/90430400/90430371/b667f0a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Villa with large private pool, wonderful views, 15 minutes drive to the beach (Montesquieu-des-Albères)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90440000/90430400/90430371/w2051h1542x0y1-59cda03f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the foothills of the Pyrenees, this Montesquieu des Albères villa offers a tranquil retreat. Stroll through the 3500 sq m garden, home to an array of birdlife and featuring a large private pool surrounded by sun terraces with comfortable furniture. The house boasts panoramic views from its verandas towards Saint Cyprien's fishing port and sea. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Villa with large private pool, wonderful views, 15 minutes drive to the beach Ideally situated in Montesquieu des Albères in the foothills of the Pyrenees. The villa is in a peaceful location, 5 minutes walk from the centre of the village. Large enclosed garden of 3500 sq m with parking for 3 cars. The garden is landscaped with mainly native trees and is home to an amazing variety of birds. The large private pool (12.5m x 6.5m, depth 1.2m - 2.2m) is surrounded by a sun terrace with pool furniture. Around the house terraces and verandas offer a choice of shade or sun. Panoramic views: Toward the East the fishing port of Saint Cyprien and the sea, towards the North the plain of Roussillon and the mountains of Aude, towards the West the Pyrenees with Mount Canigou, towards the South the Albères hills. The villa has been completely renovated over the last few years with new kitchen and breakfast bar, new shower room, new bathroom, new flooring and new lounge furniture. Mosquito nets on bedroom windows. Free Wifi internet is available. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33930000/33929600/33929579/13a50c65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Very beautiful wooded villa, heated swimming pool, breathtaking view - 8/10 people Les Cluses - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 9.2 Wonderful 21 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-11&endDate=2026-03-12&selected=33929579&PinnedHotelID=33929579&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33700000/33697100/33697003/44a5280b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stylish villa, 13m private pool, tranquil garden, close to village amenities Maureillas - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 29 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-11&endDate=2026-03-12&selected=33697003&PinnedHotelID=33697003&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-11&endDate=2026-03-12&selected=90430371&PinnedHotelID=90430371&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=90430371,33929579,33697003) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 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 ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is a 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 ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation ## About the area Montesquieu-des-Alberes is home to this villa. Shoppers can check out Gran Jonquera Outlet Mall and Shopping, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Collioure Beach and Saint-Cyprien-Plage. Traveling with kids? Consider Ferme de Decouverte and Museum of Musical Instruments. [Visit our Montesquieu-des-Alberes travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Montesquieu-Des-Alberes.dx3000399714) [View more Villas in Montesquieu-des-Alberes](https://www.expedia.ca/Montesquieu-Des-Alberes-Villas.d3000399714-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=42.516586,2.876718&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:w%7BobGozpP%3FS%3FU%3FU%40S%40U%3FU%40S%40U%40SBU%40SBU%40SBSBUBSDSBSBSDSDSBSFSDSDSDQFSFQDQFSFQFQHQFQFQHOFQHOHQHOHOHOJOHMJOHOJMJMJMJMHMLKJMJKLKJKLKJKLKLILIJILILILINGLGLGLGNGLENGLELENENELCNCNCLCNCNCLANANANANAN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FN%40N%40L%40N%40N%40NBNBLBNBNBLBNDLDNDLDNFLDLFNFLFLFLHNFLHJHLHLHLHJJLJLJJJLJJJJLJJJLJLJLJLJNHLJNHLJNHNHNHNHPFNHPHNFPFPHPFPFPFRDPFPDRFPDRDRDRDRDRBRDRBRDRBR%40TBRBRBT%40R%40TBR%40T%40R%3FT%40T%3FR%40T%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FRAT%3FTAR%3FTATARCTARATCRCRCTARCRERCTERCREREREPERERGREPGREPGPGPGPIPGPGPIPINGPININININKNINKLINKLKLKLKLKLKLKJKLMJKJMJMHKJMHMJMHKHMFOHMFMHMFOFMDMFODMDODMDODMBODOBMBOBO%40OBO%40M%40O%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAO%3FOAOAOAMCOAOCMCOCOEMCOEOEMEMEOEMGOEMGMGMIOGMIMGMIKIMKMIMKKIMKKKMKKMKKMMIMKMKMKMKMIOKMIOKOIOIOIOIOIQGOIQGQGQIQGQGQGQEQGSGQESESEQGSCSESESCSCSEUCSCSCUASCSAUCSAUASAU%3FUASAU%3FU%3FS%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=31OhP88OJp3r-Etr-vtEWATR9m0=) Montesquieu-des-Albères, Pyrénées-Orientales ### What's nearby - Cellar of the Albères Winegrowers 9 min drive \- 6.9 km - Saint-Martin de Fenollar 10 min drive \- 10.4 km - La Vallee Des Tortues 15 min drive \- 8.9 km - Plans d'Eau 17 min drive \- 10.7 km - Gran Jonquera Outlet Mall and Shopping 21 min drive \- 25.6 km ### Getting around - Argelès-sur-Mer Station 20 min drive - Perpignan (PGF-Perpignan - Rivesaltes Intl.) 35 min drive ### Restaurants - Cafeteria Village Catalan 17 min drive - McDonald's 10 min drive - Les Comptoirs Casino 14 min drive - Brasserie Des Alberes 17 min drive - Café dels Monts 5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Villa with large private pool, wonderful views, 15 minutes drive to the beach have a pool? ### Is Villa with large private pool, wonderful views, 15 minutes drive to the beach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Villa with large private pool, wonderful views, 15 minutes drive to the beach? ### What time is check-out at Villa with large private pool, wonderful views, 15 minutes drive to the beach? ### Where is Villa with large private pool, wonderful views, 15 minutes drive to the beach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Villa with large private pool, wonderful views, 15 minutes drive to the beach Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 16 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Henning B. Jul 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Sehr gut! Tolle einfache Kommunikation um Vorfeld und auch während des Aufenthalts! ##### Henning B. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Holger D. Sep 18, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Montesquie We had a great time and recommend this friendly host to anyone. ##### Holger D. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexandra P. Aug 14, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super séjour Bel emplacement au calme avec une grande piscine. La maison est très bien équipée. ##### Alexandra P. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie B. Aug 9, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay We had a lovely stay at this house with our 4 children. ##### Julie B. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### J P. Aug 1, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent séjour Nous avons passé une semaine très agréable dans ce villa. Contact très agréable avec les propriétaires, acceuil sympa, grande piscine, vue magnifique sur la vallée et les montagnes, et une grande terrasse qui permet de manger à l'ombre. Nous recommandons vivement ! ##### J P. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clementine B., Marseille Aug 29, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Semaine dans les Alberes Nous avons passé un super séjour dans les Alberes. La maison est parfaite pour un groupe et la piscine permet de se rafraîchir à tout moment de la journée. ##### Clementine B. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Camille B. Jul 29, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Maison très agréable et cadre exceptionnel Nous avons passé une très belle semaine en famille dans cette maison située à Montesquieu des Albères. Le cadre est exceptionnel avec vue sur les montagnes, la piscine est très grande et toujours au soleil ce qui est appréciable. De nombreuses terrasses permettent de manger tout autour de la maison, plutôt à l'ombre quand le soleil tape très fort dans cette région. Nous recommandons les yeux fermés, et les propriétaires sont très sympathiques. ##### Camille B. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Robrecht V., Belgium Jul 4, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### mooi uitzicht,goede ligging leuke vakantie. ##### Robrecht V. Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue M. Sep 16, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A gem in Montesquieu des Alberes The villa is comfortable, spacious and very well equipped. We made very good use of the lovely swimming pool and the relaxing pool furniture. Montesquieu is a delightful old hilltop village with lots of character. There are many really interesting places to visit in the surrounding area and the coast is only a short drive away. ##### Sue M. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ellen L. May 25, 2019 #### Splendid stay We had a great time. The house is very spacious, the kitchen has everything you need. Very big garden around, full with birds and scented flowers. Beautiful terraces with place for everybody. Especially the swallows that come and drink in the swimmingpool are lovely. And the swimmingpool is fantastic, beautiful and very big! We loved our stay here very much and are sorry to go, John, Ellen, Emily and Charlie....."......" ##### Ellen L. Stayed 7 nights in May 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Ghislaine P., SAULX LES CHARTREUX May 19, 2019 #### Cadre idréal, vue exceptionnelle sur le Canigou.....et la vallée. Propriété super bien située face au Canigou et la vallée. Une piscine magnifique sauf qu'elle n'est pas entretenue…. et le terrain laissé à l'abandon…. quel dommage :( La maison nécessite quelques travaux d'entretien et d'amélioration ( volets tenus par des tendeurs…. ouverture des fenêtres pas terrible :( ……… mais l'endroit est absolument "magnifique"...… cela rattrape tout le reste…. ##### Ghislaine P. Stayed 7 nights in May 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph J. May 12, 2019 #### Breathtaking and peaceful Myself and four others booked this villa and were extremely pleased with the results. The accommodation is spacious, and views of the surrounding Pyrenees mountains stunning. Nearby, there are a number of diversions including restaurants, vineyards and historical landmarks. Would wholeheartedly recommend this to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway. ##### Joseph J. Stayed 7 nights in May 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Aug 25, 2018 #### A wonderfully located and spacious villa with a lovely pool and views to die for. This is our third visit to the villa which tells you all you need to know! Whilst there, we enjoyed trips to the artistic town of Céret, the beautiful coastal resort of Collioure and some of the nearer beautiful villages- all within easy reach by car and less than 30 minutes away. With three doubles, one single and a twin, there is more than enough room for two families or a large group. Two of the doubles have French doors, making them more more accessible and giving them a private feel; one of these has a little seating area looking to the side of the mountains. There is a very large, modern and recently installed walk-in shower and a separate WC. There is also a second more traditional bathroom with bath, shower and WC as well. The lounge area is large and has a TV with DVD player and a gadget to access British TV, but the weather is so good in Summer we rarely used the area. There’s also a small bar area off it, stocked with games and magazines. More books can be found in the middle double bedroom. Usefully, the property has WiFi! The kitchen that links the sitting room area (via an archway) is very modern, with a clean, stainless steel “industrial” feel. The hob has five rings and the cupboards are extremely well equipped. French windows open to the terrace that looks over the pool and beyond. The view from the very large terrace area is what really make this property special. It takes in mountains, cities, villages and even the coast to the right. If you go through your stay without either a spectacular sunset or dramatic night-time storm, you’ll be incredibly unlucky! The pool is very large for this type of villa. It’s cleaned twice a week and is a great asset to the property. The owner of the villa is highly attentive. He almost always responds to quieries within 24 hours, and is eager to make guests’ stays as enjoyable as possible. All in all, an outstanding property and extremely good value for money. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew W. Aug 1, 2018 #### Beautiful villa with a stunning view and a fantastic pool. We really love it here. We have just come back from our 3rd stay. Always well equipped and well maintained with owners that are very obliging and pay attention to all our needs. We wouldn't hesitate to go back or recommend to others. Try it. You will love the area and the villa. ##### Andrew W. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jul 10, 2018 #### Fabulous place to stay, large villa, superb pool in a picturesque are We absolutely loved our stay here. If we could give more than 5 stars we would. The villa is spacious and comfortable, with a separate self contained apartment. We had more than enough room for 7 of us. The pool (according to the pool man) is the largest and deepest in the area. It was cleaned twice during the week whilst we were there and is spotless. The villa is situated in a beautiful little village and it has fantastic views including the Pyrenees. It has plenty of room, with a lovely spacious kitchen and living area. The 2 showers and separate toilet, meant there was no queuing for the showers in the morning. It is within a 20 minute drive to wonderful beaches and beautiful little towns. Being only 40 minutes from the Spanish border, it's easy to nip across and go there for the day. It's cheaper there for food, petrol, alcohol etc.. and is a great way to spend a day. The owners Howard and Elizabeth, could not have been of more help to us. They sent us very detailed emails of all the things to do in the area, the best beaches, places to eat, where the supermarkets were and the days of the local markets. Howard answered my queries promptly and ensured we had the perfect stay. I would highly recommend it to anyone and advise you to book today, it's totally worth it . ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### jean claude p. Jun 26, 2018 #### simple, pas trop cher, mais efficasse bien exposé ce gite est plaisant ; piscine et logement ordinaire et propre situé entre montagne et mer nous sommes tous contents de notre séjour signé :8 retraités actifs ##### jean claude p. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### monique l. May 15, 2018 #### Formidable ... Nous avons adoré votre villa avec ses nombreuses terrasses toutes très bien exposées ,la piscineest très bien cette maison est situé près d'un charmant petit bourg. Proche de la mer et des montagnes. Monique et ses amis motards (cop's MOTO) ##### monique l. Stayed 7 nights in May 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### christy w. Sep 13, 2017 #### Great house and a great place A great house and terrific pool and outside space for a really great family holiday. Views are amazing. Comfortable and close to the sea, the mountains, a vineyard, local shop/bar and the larger towns. Amazing. ##### christy w. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### andrew r. Jul 18, 2017 #### Montesquieu des Albères: a place to return to A beautiful, relaxing and delightful week ( not long enough!) for our two generation adult families. The villa is easy to find and has a comfortable and welcoming appearance both outside and inside. There is lots of greenery and splendid large swimming pool situated on a lower level. There are two neighbouring dwellings but they have no impact on ' villa life.' There is a large modern kitchen diner with high table, Excellent not only for breakfast but the other meals too. Of course, one can also eat inside at a dining table or outside too! Toilet facilities, showers, bath etc. are very good. Staying at the viila all day or getting out sightseeing, seaside, nature etc. are all highly enjoyable. All in all, the villa, its facilities and the region make an excellent location for a holiday or sojourn in this delightful Mediterranean corner between France and Spain. We're looking forward to our three generation holiday there next year! ##### andrew r. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Bob L. May 15, 2017 #### Fantastic location with a view to die for From Mt. Canigou to the left and to the distant view of the Med to the right, the panoramic view from the balcony overlooking the pool in this picture, is stunning. Our party of three adult males, Grandad(me) son-in-law and a grandson had a most satisfying stay returning every evening from visiting the many, varied easily reachable 'must see' sites such as the astonishing castle of Queribus and the beautiful medieval walled town of Villefranche de Conflent just to sit out on the balcony and nibble on Tapas style finger food and watch the end of the day enfold over the wonderful view assisted, of course, by copious amounts of the excellent wines of the local Cotes de Rouissillion (they keep the best to themselves here) The lovely coast road to Spain along the Cote Vermeille is an easy drive. Banyuls sur Mer is about 35minutes. Argeles, Collioure and Port Vendres even less. Spain just a little further. The A.9 motorway is about 20 minutes. The property is spacious and has an excellent and well equipped kitchen, the showers are good. To be ultra critical parts of the property are a little bit 'tired' but for the price asked for this property it is exceptionally good value compared with similar properties. In any case, with weather like they have here and a pool like this together with the stunning view, you will not be spending much time indoors! The pool is all you would want. Many pools offered in this area are simply large baths, great for children but not so satisfying for those who like a swim. Steps at the shallow end allow easy access for children and a deep end, well above standing height, gives depth for those who like to dive in. It is serviced twice a week by the excellent Jezz, who will give you good local info. In short, for someone who has, over the last 30years, come to love this beautiful part of France, I would rate this property as a four star property but five stars plus for value for money and many more stars just for the view ##### Bob L. Stayed 7 nights in May 2017 ### 6/10 Okay #### Helle S. Aug 17, 2025 ##### Helle S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025