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Luxury Villas in Begur
Hillside villas and fincas above the clearest coves on the Costa Brava, beneath a medieval castle
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A castle on the hill, a Cuban past and coves below
Begur sits on a hill about two kilometres back from the sea, and the climb up to its ruined castle shows you the whole arrangement at once. There are tiled roofs and church towers, then pine woods running down to a coastline of small coves, with the Empordà plain stretching off towards the Pyrenees. Not many towns on the Costa Brava give you this much in such a small space.
We have 70+ villas in and around Begur. They range from stone fincas and village houses with gardens to contemporary villas on the wooded slopes above Sa Riera, Aiguablava and Fornells, many with views of the sea.
What follows is a guide to the town, the coves and the season, with a word on lunch.
Begur at a glance
- Villas
- 70+ in and around Begur, with up to 7 bedrooms
- Guide prices
- Typically £1,700 to £3,800 a week, from around £1,300
- Best areas
- The old town, Sa Riera and Aiguafreda to the north, Aiguablava and Fornells to the south
- Best time
- May, June and September; early September for the Fira d'Indians
- Getting there
- Girona airport is around an hour away, Barcelona around an hour and three quarters
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Villa Rosa Blanca Spain5 bedrooms
Villa Malaret | 5-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool in Begur5 bedrooms
Villa Jose Spain4 bedrooms
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Begur old town for the castle and restaurants, Sa Riera and Aiguafreda for the north coves, Aiguablava and Fornells for the sheltered south, and Palafrugell next door for Calella and Llafranc.
Indianos, a castle and a September party
In the nineteenth century, hundreds of young men left Begur for Cuba. Those who did well came home and built colonnaded, pastel-coloured mansions, the cases d'indians, which still stand among the medieval lanes. A signed route through town leads you past the finest of them, and a few now house restaurants and small hotels.
The castle above dates from the eleventh century and is a ruin today. The walk up takes about ten minutes, and it is best near sunset. In early September the town holds the Fira d'Indians, three days of habaneras, rum and Cuban music, when much of Begur dresses in white linen.
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From Sa Riera to Aiguablava
Going south from the town, the coast runs Sa Riera, Aiguafreda, Sa Tuna, Platja Fonda, Fornells and Aiguablava. Sa Riera has the longest stretch of sand and suits families. Sa Tuna is a tiny fishing hamlet where whitewashed houses and a defence tower look over the boats pulled up on the shingle. Platja Fonda sits at the bottom of a long flight of steps under red cliffs, and Aiguablava is known for its turquoise water.
The Camí de Ronda, the old coastal path, links most of these coves through the pines. In summer a local bus runs from the town down to the main beaches, which saves you hunting for a parking space.
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Pals, Palafrugell and a day in Girona
Pals, a medieval village of honey-coloured stone, is a short drive inland, and the rice fields on the plain below it are why rice dishes appear on so many local menus. Just to the south is Palafrugell, with the seaside villages of Calella, Llafranc and Tamariu. On summer evenings, the gardens at Cap Roig hold a concert festival above the sea.
The old city of Girona is around fifty kilometres away. Its cathedral steps, Jewish quarter and the houses along the River Onyar are well worth a day.
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Red prawns, suquet and a long September
This part of the Empordà eats very well. Look for the red prawns landed at nearby Palamós, suquet (a Catalan fish stew), rice from Pals, and wines from the Empordà vineyards inland. Lunch at a cove-side restaurant at Aiguablava or Sa Tuna can easily take the whole afternoon.
May, June and September bring warm sea and quieter coves. August is the busiest and hottest month, and parking at the beaches gets hard. Our concierge can book restaurant tables, kayak and boat trips along the coast, a private chef and transfers from Girona or Barcelona.
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Casa del Huerto Spain3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £4,514 a week
Villa Airam Spain6 bedrooms · sleeps 12From £4,386 a week
Villa Victoria Spain6 bedrooms · sleeps 12From £4,365 a week
Villa Naira Spain5 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £4,250 a week
Villa Ander Spain3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £4,211 a week
Casa Miramar Begur: Stunning 4-Bedroom Modern Villa with Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views in Costa Brava4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £4,103 a week
Villa Adelfa Spain4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £4,031 a week
Villa Jordi Spain3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £3,794 a weekWhy book your Begur villa with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
Begur's villas are spread across steep wooded slopes and narrow lanes, and we know which ones let you walk to a cove or into town, and which need a car. With 70+ properties in Begur, we can usually find the house that suits you rather than the one that happens to be free. Search by size, pool, location and price, or tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a shortlist.
Book direct
You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access, parking, pool heating or how far it really is to the nearest beach go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the territory
Restaurant reservations, kayak and boat trips along the coves, a private chef, wine tours in the Empordà, car hire and transfers from Girona or Barcelona. Our concierge team arranges all of it, leaving you free to decide which terrace to sit on.
A house for every kind of party
Couples, families with small children, three generations together or a crowd of friends celebrating a birthday: we match the house to the group, down to the number of bathrooms and whether the pool is fenced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best place to stay in Begur?
The old town is the place if you like to walk to dinner and up to the castle. Villas above Sa Riera and Aiguafreda put the northern coves close by, and those around Aiguablava and Fornells look over the sheltered southern bays.
When is the best time to visit Begur?
May, June and September are the best months, with warm weather and fewer people in the coves. August is the busiest month. Come in early September and you can catch the Fira d'Indians.
What is the Fira d'Indians in Begur?
It is a festival held over three days in early September. It marks the townspeople who made their fortunes in Cuba in the nineteenth century, with Cuban music, habaneras, market stalls and many people dressed in white.
Can you arrange a private chef at a villa in Begur?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange a private chef for a single dinner or your whole stay, along with cookery lessons, guided visits, transfers and restaurant reservations.
How much does a luxury villa in Begur cost?
Across our 70+ villas in Begur, weekly rates typically range from £1,700 to £3,800, with the most affordable from around £1,300 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with July and August the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
How do I get to Begur?
Girona Costa Brava airport is about 58 kilometres away, around an hour by car. Barcelona El Prat is about 145 kilometres away, roughly an hour and three quarters. Our concierge can arrange private transfers from either.
Are there villas in Begur for large groups?
Yes. Our Begur collection includes properties with up to 7 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist that suits it.
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