For decades, my family has come here to unwind in this enchanting and characterful family home, built for my grandparents in the 1960s, nestled in the unspoiled countryside of Catalonia yet close to the city and the sea. This is a place where everyone can find something to their liking – the detached house is situated in the heart of a beautiful green hiking and mountain biking area, yet Barcelona and Girona are within easy reach for day trips. Spain's award-winning PGA Catalunya Golf Course is only 13km away, and the Costa Brava beach is 25km away. You're away from the crowds and there's plenty to do. The moment you drive up the driveway and are greeted by two gigantic cypress trees, you know your holiday has begun. The house is an oasis of tranquility, completely private and situated in a protected, bird-rich nature reserve. The views from the pool and terrace are stunning. Dining al fresco is a delight. There are two cozy bedrooms with private bathrooms, and two bedrooms that share a bathroom in the hallway. Perfect for two families. Because the house also has central heating, it's a wonderfully warm place to relax in the fall and winter.

We're Bas and Barbara, and we live in Amsterdam with our two daughters. We bought El Pigot from my uncle in 2023. My grandfather had the house built in the 1960s, and I've been coming here since I was born. I also proposed to Barbara here, so the house has special meaning for us. We love spending time at El Pigot when we can; we always return home reenergized and de-stressed.