Nature house in Cànoves i Samalús
Catalonia, Spain
- 2 persons
- 1 bedroom
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Pets not allowed
Nestled in the shade of a kaki tree and offering a beautiful view of the mountains, our well-insulated nature house is simply, cleanly, and peacefully furnished. It has a private bathroom, and a kettle and refrigerator are provided. On the side of the cottage (out of sight of the hosts) is a small patio with a table and chairs. The cottage also serves as a Shiatsu practice, so if you’d like to receive a Shiatsu treatment upon arrival, you can book it in advance. It’s a 5-minute walk to the village of Cànoves, and if you want to head straight into nature, you can step outside through the back exit. There’s a public swimming pool 500 meters from our cottage that’s open during the summer months. Unfortunately, the road leading to our cottage is currently in poor condition (hopefully just temporarily!) and it’s difficult to drive up the hill. If you’re coming by car, it’s best to park down below and walk up—it’s about 300 meters, a 5-minute walk. We can help you with your luggage!
Nature and surroundings
This nature house is located at the foot of the Montseny Natural Park. UNESCO designated the park a protected biosphere reserve in 1978. The park is dominated by three peaks: El Turó de l'Home (1,712 m), Les Agudes (1,706 m), and Matagalls (1,697 m). It is a forested area with many streams. From Cànoves, you can enjoy beautiful hikes and bike rides (both long and short). There is a riding stable nearby that offers horseback rides. In the village, there’s a bakery where you can enjoy a cozy breakfast. There are several restaurants, a vermouth bar, a small supermarket, a fruit shop, and a pharmacy. About 7 km away to the south, west, and east are some larger towns that host weekly markets. If you’re looking for a change of pace and want to take a dip in the Mediterranean Sea, you can get there in half an hour by car. Barcelona and Girona are 44 and 70 km away, respectively, and are easily accessible by public transportation.
Facilities
- 1 pers. bed (2x)
- Internet
- Heating (electric)
- Drinking water
- Hot water
- Electricity
- Garden (shared)
- BBQ
- Garden furniture
- Terrace
- Sanitary facilities
- Bathroom (1x)
- Shower
- Toilet
Location
Reviews
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DreSeptember 12, 2026
Our hosts, along with their two young daughters, are wonderful people who are—and rightly so—very proud of what they’ve built up there on that mountain. Turning a ruin into a beautiful home is a remarkable achievement. From the cottage, you can go in any direction. Barcelona is nearby. Several beautiful beaches are within easy driving distance. You can start a walk right from the gate at the back of the garden—you’ll find yourself in the woods in no time. We always ate our meals out, visiting three restaurants in the village and enjoying great food and drinks everywhere we went. A tip for people who are feeling a bit "stressed out": this nature house and its surroundings are perfect for recharging.
Onze verhuurders met hun 2 jonge dochters zijn fijne mensen, die terecht erg trots zijn, op wat ze daar boven op die berg hebben neergezet. Van een ruïne, een mooi huis maken, een bijzondere prestatie. Vanuit het huisje kun je alle kanten op. Barcelona ligt in de buurt. Diverse mooie stranden zijn goed aan te rijden. Een wandeling kan gelijk beginnen vanuit de poort achterin de tuin, je staat gelijk in het bos. Wij hebben de warme maaltijd altijd buiten de deur gedaan, 3 restaurantjes in het dorp bezocht en overal lekker gegeten en gedronken. Tip voor mensen die een beetje in het "rood" staan. Dit natuurhuisje en zijn omgeving zijn prima om te herstellen.
There are 8 mailboxes near the little bridge, but this nature house is located on the highest plateau on a 750 m² lot, with beautiful views. The mountain road leading to it is 300 meters long, with a total elevation gain of roughly 36 meters. If this road is difficult to navigate—as it was during our visit—then being in good physical condition is a must. So we left the car down below, where there’s plenty of space to park. No one can sneak up there—the guard dogs (which aren’t allowed to roam freely) belonging to the neighbors living lowest down always bark. The cottage is exactly as described: not too big, with no indoor kitchen, but equipped with basic necessities like a kettle. A wonderful bed/mattress—we slept exceptionally well on it. Outside, there are a few seating areas where it’s nice to relax. The shower, which gets its water from a very deep well, was always nice and warm. Within walking distance is a charming little village with a wonderful bakery and several good restaurants. We felt completely rested and refreshed after 7 days.
Onder bij het bruggetje staan 8 brievenbussen, maar dit natuurhuisje staat op het hoogste plateau op een kavel van 750 m2, met mooie vergezichten. Het bergweggetje ernaar toe is 300 meter lang, waarin afgerond 36 klimmeters. Als dit weggetje zoals tijdens ons bezoek moeilijk begaanbaar is, dan is goed ter been zijn, een vereiste. Wij hebben dus de auto beneden laten staan, waar je de auto goed kunt parkeren. Niemand kan stiekem naar boven gaan, de waakhonden (ze lopen niet los rond) van de laagst wonende buren slaan altijd aan. Het huisje is precies zoals in de omschrijving staat, niet al te groot, geen keuken binnen, wel basisbenodigdheden, zoals een waterkoker. Een heerlijk bed / matras, waar wij voortreffelijk op geslapen hebben. Buiten een paar zitplekjes, waar het fijn zitten is. De douche met water uit een hele diepe put was altijd lekker warm. Op loopafstand een prettig dorpje met een heerlijk bakkertje en diverse goede restaurantjes. Super uitgerust en fit waren wij na 7 dagen.
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MaartjeApril 27, 2026
We enjoyed!!! A luxury camping experience with yet the comfort of a good bed and fine shower.
Wij hebben genoten! Een luxe kampeerervaring met toch het comfort van een goed bed en fijne douche.
This nature house was a very nice place in the middle of nature. With a view of the vegetable garden and the mountains beyond, you forget that you are only a 45 minute drive from Barcelona. The hosts are very hospitable and nice people who like to think about how to make your stay even nicer.
Dit natuurhuisje was een heel fijn plekje middenin de natuur. Met uitzicht op de moestuin en even verderop de bergen vergeet je dat je je slechts op 45 minuten rijden van Barcelona bevindt. De hosts zijn hele gastvrije en aardige mensen die graag meedenken hoe je verblijf nog fijner te maken.
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ThomasOctober 26, 2024
Fine but small house, all the basic necessities and nice and quiet. Absolutely perfect for 2 people. Very nice and friendly owners!
Fijn maar klein huisje, alle basisbenodigdheden aanwezig en lekker rustig. Helemaal perfect voor 2 personen. Erg fijne en vriendelijke eigenaren!
Quiet environment and located in a beautiful place, you can go in all directions from there. City, beach or nature, it's all within easy reach.
Rustige omgeving en gelegen op een mooie plek, je kan vanuit daar alle kanten op. Stad, strand of natuur, het is allemaal binnen handbereik.
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Good to know
- Check-in: 3:00 PM- 10:00 PM
- Check-out: 7:00 AM- 12:00 PM
Free cancellation within 7 days of your booking confirmation, provided the booking request was made more than 28 days before the start date. For bookings starting within 28 days, free cancellation applies within 24 hours. If you cancel within the specified period, you are entitled to a full refund of the booking amount.
After that, you will receive a partial refund of the trip cost and a 100% refund of the deposit:
• Up to 42 days before arrival: 70% refund
• 42–28 days before arrival: 40% refund
• 28 days through the day of arrival: 10% refund
• On the day of arrival or later: no refund
A deposit of €100.00 applies. You will be refunded after check-out.
- Minimum age of main booker: 18 years.
- Smoking is not allowed in this nature house.
- No fireworks are allowed at this Nature House.
- No parties or events are allowed.
- This nature house is not suitable for groups of young people, students and sports teams.
- Waste separation is mandatory in this nature house.
Additional house rules are listed in the terms and conditions, when you place your booking.
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Sustainability
- Natural Insulation materials
- Food waste is minimized
- Sustainable inventory