La Torreta d'Olius
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La Torreta, dating from the year 900, is a fortified farmhouse with a rectangular floor plan (according to some documents, it could be the old Castle of Olius ) with two interior towers and their respective extensions. It has approximately 300 m2, with a kitchen-dining room, two living rooms and a fireplace, and 6 suite bedrooms with bathrooms and various surprises.
It is located next to the Masía El Molí dels Cups (an old flour mill dating from the year 1000) embracing the Cardener river and next to the Historical-Monumental complex of Sant Esteve de Olius:
Romanesque Church and Crypt, Modernist Cemetery (work of Bernardí Martorell, disciple of Gaudí ) blended with nature.
The farmhouse and the complex are located 8 minutes by car from Solsona (capital of the Solsonès region).
Services
It has 6 double rooms with en-suite bathrooms, a total of 12 beds with the possibility of accommodating more (please inquire). The minimum stay is 6 people (please inquire for groups of 2-4).
Breakfast
Breakfast on the first day included, tasting of local products from Solsonès and surrounding areas.
Garden & River
Surroundings with the possibility of bathing in the Cardener River (100 meters); clear and pure water.
Pool
Summer season, salt electrolysis pool with seating area and porch.
Free Wifi
Free Wi-Fi, poor 3G coverage, disconnect!
Bed linen, blankets and towels
Includes bed linen, blankets, towels, cleaning service, hair dryer, amenities (eco-friendly soap and shampoo), equipped kitchen: dishwasher, fridge-freezer, oven, etc.
Fireplace and AC
Firewood for the fireplace Energy efficiency A+ (and underfloor heating) Air Conditioning Unit.
Activities
- Hiking.
- Kayak.
- Paddle surfing.
- Mountain bikes.
- Fishing.
- Alpine and Nordic skiing.
- Snowshoes.
- Mushrooms.
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