Holiday cottages in Ripolles

We had never returned to a house before, and it was a great choice. Everything was immaculate and the scenery was incredible. We hope to come back soon! Thanks for everything.

We spent the whole weekend with our family and had a wonderful time. It’s very close to the beech forest, making it easy to go for a short hike. We couldn’t enjoy the pool because of the weather, but the setting was beautiful. The owners live in the house next door and make sure everything is going well.

Homeowners’ response: Ona, we're glad to hear that the whole family felt so at home. It's a shame the weather didn't let you enjoy the pool, but we're delighted you liked the space. We hope to welcome you again another time!

We were a family of 14 people including grandparents, children and grandchildren. Everyone found their place in this large rural house full of charm. The pool and the outdoor terraces were loved by both the little ones and the adults. We had all our meals outside, on the south terrace, in the shade of the parasols. The large kitchen was up to the task, and the services (dishes, sheets and towels, cleaning) were very much appreciated. The house and the gardens were very clean. We recommend!

We arrived at Ca l'Hortalà on the 17th of July and stayed for two full weeks, which turned out to be exactly the right amount of time to properly explore the region. The house itself is modern, spacious, and spotless, and having the small heated pool right there made all the difference in the July heat. We also made good use of the community swimming pool in the village, which was a nice way to cool off and get a bit of local flavor alongside the residents. Tortellà itself is small but has everything you actually need day to day. The local supermarket isn't big, but it covers the essentials without a hassle, so we didn't need to drive to a bigger town for basics. There are also a couple of good local bars in the village for a relaxed evening drink or a bite to eat, nothing fancy, but exactly the kind of authentic, low key atmosphere you want on a countryside stay. Its location in La Garrotxa made it an ideal base for day trips. We explored Figueres, Girona, and Besalú by car, all easy drives, and for Barcelona we took the train from Figueres, which was a relaxed and easy way to spend the day in the city without worrying about parking or traffic. Besalú in particular was a highlight, with its medieval bridge and old town feeling like stepping back in time, while Girona's cathedral and old quarter were well worth the wander. Figueres was a fun stop too, especially for anyone interested in Dalí. Coming back each evening to a quiet, comfortable house with the pool, the village bars, and everything within easy reach was the perfect way to end the day. Two weeks felt like enough time to properly settle in rather than rush from place to place, and the house and village together made that kind of relaxed pace easy. Highly recommend Ca l'Hortalà for anyone looking to use Tortellà as a base to explore Girona province. Barcelona is an easy train trip from Figueres if you'd rather skip the drive.

The house is ideal for spending a few days with family and friends. The house lacks nothing. As a recommendation, I would suggest installing fans in the rooms and mosquito nets. And, of course, fixing the path to get to the house, it's quite a complicated path.

Homeowners’ response: Thank you very much, Antonio, for sharing your experience. We are very happy to know that you enjoyed the house with family and friends. We take note of your recommendations about the fans, mosquito nets, and the path. We want to offer the best possible experience and your comments help us improve.

Carla and her family have created such a beautiful space. The location is stunning, with amazing views to enjoy with your morning coffee or evening meal. The house is gorgeous, spacious, well equipped, and clean. We had the most relaxing week away from the noise of life, and Carla and her family were so kind and welcoming. They even brought us fresh eggs from their chickens, lettuce from the garden patch, and our 2 year old got to cuddle their new litter of puppies. We made some lifelong memories here teaching our daughter to swim in the pool too. Perfection.