We had a great time at the house, our second visit. It has all you need for a lovely holiday. We hope to be back one day.

We enjoyed a wonderfully relaxing three weeks at the gorgeous Les Tres Oliveres which is equipped with everything you could possibly need - from a fabulous coffee maker to soft beach towels - for a perfect stay. The views are simply stunning from both the terrace and while sun bathing by the pool and although built on a hillside, with no slope behind the property casting a shadow, it has glorious continual sunshine from dawn to sunset. The local area is beautiful too with great beaches and many little towns and villages to explore. Begur is a truly delightful place with great restaurants and boutiques to enjoy a bit of browsing. Each morning we got our freshly squeezed orange juice and baked baguettes and croissants from Sa Riera which is only a four minute drive away. John & Sian are fabulous hosts, quickly responding to any query and determined to ensure you enjoy your stay in their beautiful home. Their kind and thoughtful assistance meant we had, for us, the perfect holiday

It's our third trip to this heavenly villa. Our family just loves the stylish touches, supreme comfort and home away from home feel of this beautiful place. The heated pool means it's hard to get the kids out especially after dark with the lights on! We found so many gorgeous beaches (the excellent manual tells you so much like which ones you need to get up early to park at) and coves this time and there's just so much to do. Really recommend boat hire with Begur Boats too to find the gems. We always love the restaurant recommendations - our favourite this year matched yours in Sa Riera! We'd recommend this to everyone. John's communication is always amazing and so friendly (I feel like I've met you John!). And having returned over three years we've always been impressed with the improvements you've made and the new touches. Loved the new loungers on the balcony area this year and moving the others made it even more comfortable at the pool. Love love love this place. Coming back again soon. Thanks John and Sian.

This villa has a wonderful homely feel. You can tell it is the owner’s holiday home as lots of thought and care has been put into the little details to make staying here comfortable. Begur is fabulous too. We’d definitely go back!

We spent a wonderful week in this villa in July with our two daughters (12/14). When we entered the property we were overwhelmed by the spectacular view not only over the sea but also onto the green hills of Begur. Our daugters immediately fell in love with the big pool as it offered the perfect refreshing and entertainment during an exceptionally hot week. Another perfect relief were the additional bedrooms downstairs as the temperatures there were much cooler. The house and the garden is really spacious and there are so many lovely spots in the sun or in the shadow that you actually don’t want to leave. Everything was perfectly maintained and very tastefully arranged: the well-temperatured pool and pool area, the colourful garden and the light and warm interior. But finally we managed to leave this silent place to discover the small bay of Aiguafreda just a short walk away by feet. Also Begur is a wonderful place to spend the evening in a good restaurant or to do some shopping. We also loved the small restaurant mile in Pals. Finally we had a perfect communication with the owners providing really lots of useful information. We would love to come back! Thank you very much for this wonderful holiday!

Really enjoyed our holiday here. The villa is well equipped and extremely comfortable. The sea views are stunning and the villa has plenty of outdoor space including a really good size heated pool. The communication from the owners was excellent and they provided us with all the information we needed prior to our arrival which made the journey to the villa easy, even late at night! Would highly recommend.

This house fulfills the original purpose of Ownersdirect.It is the owners holiday home and so everything has been provided carefully and thoughtfully. The house is extremely comfortable and robustly furnished in pale colours ,with everything working well. The heated pool is a brilliant addition and is set in a well kept Mediterranean garden

Beautiful, well equipped and well maintained villa in a stunning location. Absolutely perfect for my family of four. The views, particularly in the morning when the sun came up, are to die for and make this a really special place. It was extremely hot when we visited and I was concerned about the lack of AC but I needn't have worried as the cooling sea breeze meant it was never uncomfortable. We ate at Cap sa Sal a couple of times which was great and walked to Sa Tuna one evening but mostly enjoyed the facilities at the villa. We had an issue with the boiler when we stayed but John was brilliant & it was quickly resolved. Most comprehensive welcome book I have ever seen which was so useful! Wonderful holiday, I'm sure we will visit again.

We've just booked for our family to return for a third time. This is perfect for families. The grassed area is great and so much bigger than it looks in the photos and the pool is like a bath. The view is to die for any time of day and the villa has everything you could want and so much more - cocktail glasses well every kind of glass (we love love love these), coffee pods, every size dish and pan for every meal! But what means so much to us is the amazing communication with the owners. John and Sian are so responsive. We even got tips on where to buy the gorgeous guest towels they provide (we had to buy some to take home). We did look at other places just to make sure we weren't missing out on anywhere else on the Costa Brava but nothing rivals this villa, it's grounds, wonderful location and heated pool. We especially loved the beach at Pals this year and found a wonderful water assault course - perfect to tire out the kids! There's so much to do we just keep coming back and finding more! And a week is never long enough when you're trying to work your way through the fantastic guide John sends you - there's still restaurants we haven't made it to but we have tried the recommended G&T's! Can't wait to come back next August.

We had a lovely time at Les .The property has a feeling of a very loved and well thought out second home. The balcony is a joy to sit on. The view is wonderful and indeed better than the photographs. The sail canopy was invaluable as we hit over 30 degrees several days. The decor and furnishings are very tasteful and elegant creating a light,clean, airy feel. The house and pool are spotlessly clean and the garden has been planned and is very well stocked and maintained. We were only three and did not take advantage of the downstairs den , which would be perfect for children, teenagers or a bit of space if required. The beds were very comfortable . The kitchen was very well equipped and more than adequate size. The utensils, crockery and pots were also spotlessly clean and seemed almost new . The manual was very useful and we sampled several of the recommended restaurants. We did not turn the TV / games on so can not make a comment on stations etc . We had no problem with the wi fi.We really enjoyed staying in the lovely house and would have no hesitation in recommending it very highly.

We had a lovely week. On energetic days we walked to local beaches or did day trips to Figueres and a water park. Other days we just relaxed at the villa. Just what we needed.

Tres Oliveres is simply perfect. John's "treatise" was so informative and made checking in a breeze. The house and grounds are even more lovely than the pictures and everything was immaculate. We enjoyed their recommendations and had delicious food and wonderful walks. Begur is a charming town and Tres Oliveres was a perfect base from which to enjoy the Costa Brava. The view from the house is superb and we loved sitting on the terrace any time of day or night. The internet worked well, as did all of the appliances. Our clothes were so fresh after hanging on the clothesline outdoor drying rack It was a privilege to be John and Sian's guests and we are looking forward to returning to Tres Oliveres.

We had a very enjoyable one week stay in early October. The beautiful pool was a real bonus. Begur is a nice town less than 10 minutes away by car. There is a good selection of restaurants and shops. The coastal walking tracks along the cliffs are wonderful.

This is a lovely vacation "villa" in a beautiful location. We are 2 retired couples and the space worked fine for us. The kitchen is tiny, but functional and well equipped. The entire space is neat and clean. There is a nice private area inside and outside for the downstairs apartment which also has its own entrance. The downstairs apartment could use fresh paint and new curtains. There is a washing machine (dial setting instructions in French and English would help). There is a large inviting balcony to relax on and the neighborhood is quiet. Parking is OK, but we had 2 cars, so one was parked in a narrow area off the road and down the hill on top of a cliff. The other car could be parked relatively near the house on the street. There was never any competition for those 2 spots so it worked out very well. The accommodations downstairs are OK, but all the bedding materials need to be replaced, especially the pillows. Or, bring your own. The curtains are musty and need cleaning, along with the living room rug which we rolled up and put away until we left. The living room leather furniture shown in the photos was replaced with stuffed white couches which are never easy to keep clean, so we had to be careful not stain them. The dining room table is in a confined area that desperately needs slat blinds to keep the heat of the sun at bay, but has a gorgeous view. The dining table is a picnic table. The throw pillows came in handy as seating cushions at the table. The pool is wonderful and refreshing and nice to have after a day of traveling around and being on the go. All the lounge chairs are quite comfortable. The owners are quite nice and very responsive to issues. Overall, we were very happy and pleased with these accommodations. The space works very well for family's with children and it has a nice secluded area downstairs by the pool. On the other hand, if you are two couples, it works better for one couple upstairs and the other couple downstairs -- each couple having their own private bath area as well as outside sitting areas. The property is beautifully maintained and the view is the best! The sunrises are gorgeous! You couldn't ask for a nicer vacation rental.

We have just enjoyed a very enjoyable two weeks at Les Tres Oliveres! You have a lovely villa in a beautiful location and we would definitely recommend it (and already have!). The weather was very good, we made maximum use of the pool and enjoyed many visits to Begur, as well as Barcelona and other nearby towns and villages. Throw in some diving lessons nearby and a day at the water park and our holiday was complete! The villa is perfectly situated in a quite area, has a lovely garden and was very well equipped for our teenage family. Hopefully we'll be back there again!

We've spent a fantastic week in high season at Les Tres Oliveres. What a super location - the view is even better - exactly as you say in your description John. Despite it being such a busy time of year we found no problem getting tables in restaurants, Begur town centre is wonderful and we loved wandering around the boutique shops as well as dining out and the beaches are amazing. We loved Aiguafreda and Sa Tuna - awesome snorkelling, clear and warm water and no problem finding space to sit - it's a bit like going back in time in the best way possible - and everything in such easy walking distance. The coastal path that apparently takes you around much of the Costa Brava (we didn't find out for ourselves just how far it stretched as the sun came out and it was too hot) was beautiful and a great thing to do on a cloudy day but there was only a brief morning so our exploration didn't go as far as we'd planned. The villa is seriously home from home - I love that we could even bring the coffee pods with us! Every detail has been thought through so carefully - we loved that you had the right glass for every drink we came up with! It was hard to leave in fact we forced ourselves out on day three and then took in everything we could over and over again! John's communication is ace. Every question was addressed and nothing was too much trouble. And the pool is so warm - we couldn't get the kids out of it and practically had to drag them to the beach. We were only back in England a matter of minutes before we booked up for next year. Same time same place please! Thanks John and Sian. This place is a real find and we just know we'll be back time and again.

Photos do not do justice to this villa! Because of the expansive outdoor space, the home is much larger than the square footage might indicate, and is suited perfectly for a group of 6. Kitchen is well-equipped and the layout provides privacy for a group. The home is well-maintained and the garden is beautiful. Beaches are walkable--some more of a distance than others, and there are a number of food options. Begur, with its many restaurants, is closeby. Highly recommend this property.

We have just spent a lovely week at Les Tres Oliveres. It is an older style villa but very homely. Its age means its benefits from a beautiful mature garden which gives you complete privacy from the neighbouring villas. The villa was spotless on arrival and the very comprehensive directions provided by the owner very easy to follow. The main feature of the villa is the outside space with many different comfortable areas to sit and relax and enjoy the sun or the shade depending on your preference. We had a couple of very minor issues while we were there, but these were very quickly dealt with by the owner and the managing agents. The villa is situated in a quiet residential area and if you want somewhere with a lot of nightlife, this isn't for you. If you want a comfortable well equipped villa in an area with lots of beautiful coves and little restaurants, you won't do better

You won't be disappointed choosing this lovely villa. Located in the most beautiful position we have ever seen. Waking each morning to the most spectacular view of the sea from this beautiful little cove. The outside space at Les Tres Oliveres was really well thought out and designed and the furniture was extremely comfortable. The pool is a very good size with plenty of space around it for sunbathing. The food in this part oF Spain is truly fantastic. The English owners couldn't have been more helpful. Can't wait to come back again!!

What a joy it was to arrive at this beautiful villa after our night of travel from the states! This house is in my favorite part of Spain. Ours days were spent exploring the villages and beautiful beaches nearby. Our evenings were happily spent on the terrace with the spectacular view of the sea. We cooked many nights in the remodeled kitchen and my daughters were in the pool every day! It was a perfect family vacation and looking forward to returning soon to Les Tres Oliveres home! Thank you!

This villa really is very special - the photo's do not do it justice. The sea view is incredible. We are really fussy and we were delighted with everything. We've never stayed in a villa so well equipped! There are lots of lovely finishing touches - lanterns, candles etc. We even discovered straightening irons and a diffuser !! We had a lovely time and really enjoyed the villa it is so comfortable, spotlessly clean, a real home from home. The new kitchen is great with everything we could ever need. We enjoyed all the games especially Monopoly. The games in the den were a god send too - the boys say its the best villa so far! The boys loved the pool. However, we did manage to tear ourselves away and get out and about to explore. We went to the Dali Museum in Figures which was great. We checked out all the stunning bays from Pals to Palamos. We wandered around all the historical buildings in Begur - what a view from the Castle! We also discovered Pertallada, what a beautiful village. There were so many restaurants too. We ate at El Corta a cracking Set Lunch menu - 3 courses for €11 it was so good that we went back on the last night and tried the tasting menu. In fact we did quite a bit of eating. Thank you John, for all your recommendations we tried quite a few plus a couple more: we tried Aiguaclara; Pizzeta; Sa Racassa; Galena Mas Comangau; Es Furio;plus restaurants on both Tamariu and Aigua Blava beach front. We also had a few BBQ's too, which I'm told was good and easy to use. We can't wait to come back again.

Just as described, this vacation home overlooks the sea in one of the most naturally beautiful areas of Costa Brava. Our family enjoyed a week's full of fun and sun. The home has everything needed and the kitchen looked brand new and was well equipped to cook and eat in. You are only minutes away from some of the prettiest coves on the coast - Sa Riera, Sa Tuna, Aquiblava, Tamariu just to name a few, each no more than a 10 minute drive. Lots of kids activities at most beaches like kayak or boat rentals, and eateries for all. The pictures in this listing don't do the views justice as they are much better in person. If you are looking for a "get away from it all" but yet still be close it all, this house is it! If you can walk the trails along the sea cliffs on the neighboring towns, especially the trail that is closest to the house starting at the restaurant and goes along Aquifreida and Sa Tuna, the views are incredible! If you like to eat in, stop at the Mercat Supermarket in Parafrugell, just as you enter town on the right, the big blue building, as it has a fresh meat and seafood section plus everything else you need. Also don't miss the market in Begur on Wednesday - it is a busy one with lots of vendors selling a variety of items. We also did an afternoon horse trail ride, it's located just past the soccer stadium on the right, leaving Begur toward Parafrugell. It was a great ride for the kids. A day trip to Pals, Peratallada and Girona is worth it to see some old world towns. Equally important was the owner's responsiveness to all inquires and attention to details, they didn't miss anything.

Tres Oliveres is a wonderful villa that is absolutely fully equipped. Read the information provided carefully as it is all there - all the equipment and then some. My 81 year old mother was with us on the holiday and thoroughly enjoyed the place from sitting on the top balcony to watch the dawn, to swimming in the heated pool to watching every kind of ship (from liners to container ships to super yachts to fishing boats) with the villa binoculars. Nothing was too much trouble for the owners, John and Sian - they provided the best information from the start and went as far as replacing a torn awning immediately via their agents. We loved the villa - the privacy, the high quality of the facilities and the area - everything was delightful.

Thank you John and Sian for a thoroughly enjoyable week staying at your lovely villa; it was one of the best family holidays we have had and was ideal for our multi-generational party with the separate sleeping area/den downstairs (for my mother and father to enjoy also). The villa is beautiful and is set in a fantastic location with magnificent views. Our 3 children (aged 9, 6 and 2) loved everything about the villa and couldn't wait to get back at the end of each day so as to enjoy the garden and pool. :-) We would definitely return to your lovely villa and would recommend to all out family and friends; as it happens my in-laws have just booked a week next month and as we enjoyed it so much myself and Steven have decided to return and stay a few days with them without the children and visit the places we didn't get around to seeing. Than you for all your help and advice during the planning, booking and of course during our stay in your wonderful holiday home.

Spent a lovely two weeks here in September with my husband and we were joined by my 18 yr old son and his two friends for a week in the middle. A very relaxing and enjoyable stay and the owners were very helpful and always on hand to answer questions both before the holiday and when we were out there (on email and ‘phone, due to our complete incompetence with the TV!). The villa was comfortable and has everything you need for an enjoyable and relaxing stay, a real home from home. We had great weather (a little windy on some days, but if you go along the coast you can find a sheltered spot). Begur is a lovely unspoilt spot on the Costa Brava with many interesting towns and cove’s to visit within easy reach. We spent many days walking the coastline, stopping for drinks and lunch or visiting Begur and other local towns. The “boys” were happy chilling by the pool, with their beer fridge close by and were happy to BBQ and relax outside in the evening if we were out for meals. They’d spent the previous week in Barcelona and were looking to recharge their batteries before heading off to uni. We didn’t make as far as Barcelona, although we had intended to, we simply ran out of time as there was so much to do. We did go to Girona on the train and drove to Figueres to the Salvador Dali museum; both are well worth a trip. There are many, many, great restaurants and we had some lovely meals out. Our absolute favourite was the El Far restaurant by the light house at Lla Franc – go for lunch and enjoy the fabulous view, they do a very reasonable set lunch menu . We also had a couple of lovely meals in Peratallada, a lovely medieval town, also well worth a visit. We drove out, staying one night in France, it was a very pleasant and doable drive and it was great to have the car for the stay (which is needed). On the whole, I’d give the holiday 10/10 and we certainly hope to return at some point. I would recommend this holiday to anyone who likes to get away from it all. However, if you want to be able to walk to night life and numerous restaurants its probably not for you.

My wife and I stayed at Sa Nau Perduda for a week at the beginning of May 2012, with our daughter aged 3. The villa was absolutely great. The house & kitchen were very well equipped and the balkony had an excellent view down the valley to the sea. Sarah and Neill helped with any questions and problems. The photos in the description were a true and accurate portrayal of the setting. The pool was the centre of our activity and we ate most of our meals on the terrace. We found the whole area around Begur extremely charming. A car is very useful to visit many of the delightful small coves and beaches to be found within a ten minutes drive. After many visits to the more popular areas in the area (Barcelona, Tossa, Cadaques, etc.), we realised that Begur is a hidden gem and will certainly be returning. Thanks again John and family for this wonderful stay.

I will start by saying that all the good things in previous reviews are in our opinion completely correct. As soon as we arrived we felt relaxed and at home. Our typical day would be to get up and have breakfast on the balcony whilst looking at the beautiful view. Then we would go and visit one of the various attractions of the area. We especially enjoyed the Roman ruins at L'Escala and the lovely old village of Pals. Then a late lunch back at the house followed with snorkelling in one of the nearby coves. Evenings either a barbecue or eat out. Many places to eat within easy walking distance. Our favourite is Sa Racassa in Aguifreda where the food is good and wine very acceptable and reasonably priced. Oscar the owner is extremely helpful and speaks very good English. A car is not necessary once you get to the house, my son seemed very happy walking to Sa Tuna to snorkel, stopping on the way at the Vintage then a snack in Aguifreda continuing on to Sa Tuna where they swam and snorkeled and had an evening meal in one of the many eateries returning late in the evening. My daughter and her boyfriend could often be found chilling out by the pool and they too enjoyed the snorkelling athough they went to the cove below the house and said it was a little difficult getting in and out (very rocky). Begur is a short car ride away. The people there are very helpful and tolerant of our very bad Spanish. Food shopping is good. The castle a short, if up hill walk with a 360° view of the coast and hills with the mountains in the distance. Favourite memory is snorkelling in Aguifreda completely surrounded by fish. John and Sian were very helpful nothing too much trouble, they also provide a good information booket. Neil and Sarah who look after the house are also very friendly and informative. I think the fact that we are already talking of returning speaks for itself. It was a lovely holiday and all the family said they would be happy to return.

We can only agree with the majority of the reviews already wrirtten that this is a superb holiday villa. What you see on the prospectus is what you get. The actual accommodation is very comfortable, the villa is extremely welll equipped right down to good old UK TV if you so wish (we did during the European soccer cup, well the men anyway). The pool was at 28C as the weather was great and the local area is very picturesque. We have been staying in the northern Costa Brava many times since 1966 and it has remained a firm favourite. There are several local bars within (just) walking distance and the area boasts a host of good affordable restaurants. The area is hilly and a car is really needed to really enjoy fully the charms of the area. Many of the towns just inland are well worth a visit and whilst in July and August the small seaside villages can become gridlocked in June it was peaceful with ample parking. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, the villa catered for every need and we cannot recommend it enough. We will look forward to the next time. John and Sian were always able to answer our questions and provided a very comprehensive review prior to travelling. The local agents were available to help if needed and even a quick phone call back to the UK to John so that the TV could be set up was no problem N&S

We stayed the first week of June. John and Sian were very helpful with providing lots of information on the villa and the area, and were very prompt in answering all questions. Villa was in a lovely, quiet location very near the sea - and although other houses were nearby, you still felt very private. All the amenities you would need on holiday, great pool, pretty garden. This is a beautiful part of Spain, it was very green when we were there, with the wildflowers out in bloom. The villa is surrounded by pine, cork and oak trees and we were able to take lots of walks from there. Our favourite walk was out the door, to Sa Riera beach,along the coastal path past Illa Roja, then back round through the residential area admiring the houses. Another good walk was past the Vintage Lounge, down the steps and along the coastal path. I highly recommend walking the coastal path (Cami de Ronda) - it is well marked and the views are stunning. Our favourite beach was Sa Riera - it is small, but not crowded and had some nice little cafes nearby. Second favourite was Aiguablava. The nearest town is Begur, set on the side of a hill with the ruins of a castle at the top. Parts of the town are very old and we enjoyed exploring the cobbled streets. Nice shops and restaurants too. Here's a tip - for the cheapest drinks in the area, visit Paco's Bar. It's small and you have to search for it, but Paco is very friendly and speaks good English. A round of drinks for the four of us was just under 8 euros! We went there most nights before dining out. Best meal we had - next door to Paco, go to Juanita's. It's run by two brothers. They will bring out a platter of fresh fish caught that afternoon, you choose your fish and they prepare and cook it in front of you in an oak-fired oven. Doesn't get fresher than that. Also recommend Sa Rascassa, which is a few miles from Begur and close to the villa. We ate there the first night, not cheap but was very pleasant sitting outside under the plane trees and the food was excellent. As we had a hire car, we also visited nearby towns Tossa de Mar and San Filieu (attractive, bustling resort towns), La Bisbal (a real working town, market on Friday morning, lots of pottery shops), Pals, Peratellada, Besalu (restored medieval villages), and walked all the way around the lake at Banyoles (pretty scenery and recommend Gil's restaurant near the lake if you venture that far). All in all a great villa.

The owner was a pleasure to deal with and extremely accomodating. I highly reccommend this villa as a place to "get away". We really enjoyed tasting the flavor of local catalonia and staying in the villa gave us the feel of being locals vs. staying in a hotel. The views are better than any of the pictures show. There is shopping close by, but I reccommend car hire, as it gave us a great deal of freedon to move around the countryside at will.

We had a really wonderful family holiday in Les Tres Oliveres. The setting and views were absolutely idyllic and so tranquil. Having the grass around the pool was lovely for our 3 year old and so much safer than concrete. Unfortunately, also having a one year old crawler, we just had to keep a close eye on him all the time. Our only request would be to have a sun shade/umbrella on the balcony so that we could sit with the children in the shade at breakfast, as it was so hot whilst we were there that sitting inside was a little uncomfortable. That's just a tiny gripe but it really didn't dimish our enjoyment. Your welcome book was especially useful and we enjoyed some delicious meals in very picturesque settings. We would definitely love to return one day as we so enjoyed the region too.

We were delighted with our stay at "Les Tres Olivers". It is a superbb property, spotlessly clean and very well maintained. Although the property can sleep six it is very compact. The swimming pool and garden are wonderful just not very suitable for a one year old. The house is situated in a great location with wonderful sea views. A car though is essential as there is so much to see and do. We particulary loved trying out the restaurants that John mentioned in his welcome booklet. It is lovely also to take the walk along the cliffs to Se Reiera . We would definetly recommend both the property and the area to others and hope to return again in the near future.