6, Rue d'Andorre,
Banyuls dels Aspres.

Sleeps 7 in 1 single, 1 double and 2 twin bedrooms. Roof terrace. 11 miles from Perpignan, Spain and the Mediterranean.

This traditional village house is situated on the corner of a quiet street only a few yards away from the main square. Shops in or near the square include a baker, a general store, a tabac, a hairdresser, a bar and a post-office. Barbecue meals are sometimes sold in the bar.

The living-room is comfortably furnished and contains a satellite television, DVD player and 100 films, radio/cassette and telephone. There are many books and cassettes to suit most tastes. The living-room is dominated by the large traditional-style fireplace. The kitchen area is well-equipped with a dish-washer, refrigerator, a four-ringed electric double-oven cooker, a microwave, dishwasher and an excellent stock of crockery, cutlery and utensils. The dining-table seats seven with ease.

Terrazzo-tiled stairs lead to the first floor which includes one single bedroom and one twin bedroom, a shower-room with washbasin, w.c. and washing-machine. There is a second separate w.c. on this floor. On the second floor, there is one double bedroom and another larger twin bedroom. The double bedroom contains a shower and washbasin. The floor in these rooms is carpeted. Most of these rooms have tall windows with glass doors opening inwards, enclosed on the outside by a metal railing. The bedrooms are comfortable, well-furnished and fully equipped with wardrobe and drawer space. There is a travel cot in the house.

The stairs continue up to the roof terrace at the top of the house. The terrace occupies the whole floor area of the building. It includes a glass sun-lounge, containing a refrigerator, a small oven/grill, equipment for drinks and snacks, and an iron and ironing board. The outside area is divided into two parts by a partition which acts as a wind break. It includes a barbecue, a large table and ample seating. There is also a drying area with washing-line. The railing renders it safe for children. From the terrace, there is a magnificent view over the terracotta tiled roofs of the village towards the Alberes hills, the eastern range of the Pyrenees whose ridge constitutes the Spanish border. The view extends along the coast from Argeles sur Mer, past the cathedral town of Elne, Saint Cyprien and Perpignan, to the northern hills and round to the foothills of Pic Canigou.

Linen provided free. Free heating and electricity except in the winter. Easy parking. Keys sent to you in advance, enabling you to arrive when you want to. Lets normally from Saturday to Saturday, negotiable off-season. Autoroute 5 miles. For full letting arrangements, see below.

Places to visit within 50 miles of Banyuls dels Aspres:
Perpignan: King's palace, Castillet and old buildings in the pedestrianised centre. Salses: Massive fort. Sigean: African animal reserve. Narbonne: Wonderful cathedral. Sunday market. Lovely old buildings. Canal. Gruissan: Castle, marina, houses on stilts. Fontfroide: Medieval monastery. Cathar castles: At Queribus, Peyrepertuse, Puilaulens off D117 and in the Corbieres. Tet valley: Through Prades (Casals' festival) to the ski slopes and road to Andorra. Little yellow train: From Villefranche-de-Conflent to Mont Louis and beyond. Ceret: Art museum, lovely old town. Castelnou: Picturesque artistic village. Amelie les Bains: Spa town patronized by Empress Eugenie. Elne: Cathedral. Le Perthus: Cheap shopping. Gerona: Cathedral and cloisters, lovely old streets. Alberes mountains: Easy walking on forest paths. Figueras: Dali museum. The coast: Aquapark. Sandy beaches at St. Cyprien, Canet, Argeles. Rocky coves to the south towards Spain. Port-Vendres: Former port, now for pleasure boats and fishing.

Letting arrangements:
This paper refers only to reservations made through direct contact with us. Bookings made through an agent will be subject to different arrangements. Each property is let as a whole, not on a 'per person' basis. Lets are normally made for complete weeks, from Saturday to Saturday. Special arrangements may be negotiated on request. On confirmation of a booking, the deposit will be required. In the event of a cancellation, the deposit is returnable only if we manage to fill the vacancy so created, but any costs incurred in so doing - for example, advertising costs - may be deducted. The balance of the full cost should be paid to Mr. and Mrs. Jay, 11 Moray Place, Strathbungo, Glasgow G41 2BA, not less than six weeks before the beginning of the let. A provisional booking may be made but it must be confirmed or cancelled within a week of being made. The costs of cleaning are included in the price of the let, as are the costs of electricity except in the winter when special arrangements apply. All linen is provided, including hand- and bath-towels, but you should bring your own towels for use on the beach or the terrace. It is a condition of the let that not more than seven people should stay in the house at any one time. We regret that we cannot allow pets into the property. We shall send you two copies of the front-door key before the beginning of your holiday. Please send them back to us in the stamped, addressed envelope on your return. The normal arrangements are that visitors arrive at the house after 4.00 p.m. on their first Saturday and leave before 10.00 a.m. on their final morning.