MASIA CAN MARCER DE LA PENYA, San Pere de Ribes
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“A beautiful 17th century Catalan country house that once produced 140,000 litres of wine a year and now restored to a high standard, but with care to maintain much of its charming original character.”
INTRODUCTION
Can Marcer de la Penya is a fabulous Catalan country house that was originally built in 1605. It was bought by the current owners in 2001 who then set about renovating the house to a high standard while still keeping many of the original features and overall character of the property. Set back from the coast, the house nestles in a peaceful and elevated location amongst the vineyards and hills of the Garraf and yet is only a 30 minute drive from Barcelona airport and just 10 minutes from all the amenities and attractions of the lively beach resort of Sitges.
The rooms at Can Marcer are large, many with their original wooden beams and floor tiles. Outside is a large and sunny terrace that runs the length of the villa with wooden garden tables and chairs for outside dining, served by a large BBQ area. There is also a lawned Pavillion garden, which is perfect for wedding ceremonies or a great space with marvellous views for outside dining for special celebrations. The private swimming pool can be heated if desired and has wide steps and is fenced making it ideal for children. Stunning panoramic views of the Garraf Natural Park and the Mediterranean sea can be enjoyed from many parts of the house and gardens.
READ MORE... The villa is available to rent for groups of up to 26 guests. Outside of June, July and August we also rent the villa to smaller groups. The house is an ideal venue for small outdoor weddings and events with space for up to 60 guests. The house has been thoughtfully and sympathetically designed to provide modern and hi-tec comforts, while the preservation of many original rustic features like wooden ceiling beams, exposed stone walls, tile flooring and large fireplaces ensures that the historical essence and charm of this magnificent property have been retained. The masia has been cleverly decorated with a combination of both modern and antique furnishings along with interesting artwork. There are 2 large and comfortably furnished living rooms complete with flat-screen TVs with international satellite stations as well as 2 fine dining rooms one of which features a huge dining table with space for up to 26 guests to dine together. There are 2 spacious and fully equipped kitchens, one of which has a dining table. Serve your home-cooked masterpiece in the dining area, or keep things casual by firing up the barbecue and dining alfresco. Can Marcer de la Penya is a substantial private residence with a living area of over 750 square metres for guests to enjoy. Even when fully occupied the house is still large enough to allow you as much space and privacy as you like. There is plenty to keep all guests entertained with a dedicated games room complete with table tennis and pool table, as well as satellite TVs and hundreds of DVDs, books and games available in the lounge areas. BEDROOMS AND BATHROOMS With 750 sqm of interior floor space there is ample room for guests to enjoy their stay in this unique and impressive country house. Bedroom Plan Can Marcer de la Penya comfortably sleeps 26 guests in 10 beautifully furnished and mostly ensuite bedrooms arranged as follows; Cardona (6m x 4m) – 1 king, Located on the Ground Floor and has an ensuite Shower Room. A/C. Bathroom Plan Ripoll Bathroom – toilet, shower, bidet Without doubt, the centrepiece of the beautiful outside spaces at Can Marcer de la Penya is the delightful 9m x 4.5m heated salt water swimming pool and pool bar with surrounding sun terraces and lawned area. Guests can wile away lazy summer days lounging on one of the many sun loungers arranged around the pool edge in complete privacy while enjoying panoramic sea views. Al fresco dining is a delight on the beautiful shaded terrace overlooking the Garraf Natural Park with seating for up to 26 guests. There is also a large entertainment area with chill out zone, Weber BBQ and bar area and Party/Games room with plenty of comfortable patio furnishing providing the perfect places in which to relax and chill out with a drink. There are other shady corners around the gardens offering private retreats for quiet contemplation out of the hot afternoon sun. The grounds of the masia stretch to over 2,000 sqm and there are delightful mountain and sea views from all around the property. Can Marcer de la Penya can accommodate up to 60 guests for outdoor events. There are so many ways to enjoy the days and nights at Can Marcer de la Penya but you’ll find so much to experience and enjoy in the local area if you can drag yourself away from the pool. The bustling seaside town of Sitges is just a 10-minute drive away. Sitges has just about everything you need on a holiday: sandy beaches, cool bars, quality restaurants, fashionable boutiques, festivals, fireworks, culture, nightlife and élan. Why not visit a local winery such as Torres, Finca Viladellops or Torre del Veguer? The legendary Cava Houses of Freixenet and Cordoniu are not too far away and offer fascinating and insightful tours. The wonderful cosmopolitan city of Barcelona with its world-class attractions is a 40-minute drive and can also be easily reached by train or bus. For those looking for more energetic distractions the nearby Mediterranean coast with its golden sandy beaches and numerous marinas offers unlimited opportunities for water based sports and boat rentals. The house also has direct access to the Garraf Natural Park providing hundreds of kilometres of fantastic hiking and mountain bike trails right on your doorstep. There is a tennis club in the nearest town and several good golf courses in the area. There is a choice of theme parks and attractions within an hour or so drive including Port Aventura, one of the biggest in Europe. Can Marcer de la Penya is equipped with the following facilities: – Private car park for up to 6 cars. Additional parking space for 10 cars outside the masia. – La Casita – covered outdoor area measuring 17.67m (58ft) x 3.65m approx. (12ft) for table tennis, yoga/wellness classes or Plan B dining area that seats up to 60 Guests for events/weddings if it rains. – Barcelona airport 30 mins / Reus airport 50 mins / Girona airport 80 mins – Hiking, Horse riding and Mountain Biking in the Garraf Natural Park “It truly was the most wonderful week...” Reviewed by N.B in May, 2023. We were lucky enough to hold our wedding ceremony at this beautiful property. It truly was the most wonderful week with 25 of our closest family and friends. The accommodation exceeded our expectations - every room was a ‘show-stopper’ with more than enough space for everyone to enjoy time together and some downtime. We can’t thank the hosts enough - they helped make our stay extra special. We hope to return at some point in the future… “What a beautiful location.” Reviewed by Eyke Jähnke in October, 2022. What a beautiful location. Each room is furnished differently. Sooooo beautiful. A great place to celebrate festivals. I didn't even know which corner I wanted to be in during the day because everything was so lovingly prepared and comfortable. I slept like a log. The beds were fantastic. The pool nice and warm. The view of the sea is fantastic! Only the rooster from the neighbors was completely stupid. Everything else was perfect for me. “Wow what a fantastic place…” Reviewed by Gavin Purcell in August, 2022. Wow what a fantastic place… just back after a brilliant week with 23 friends and family. The house, the gardens, the outside spaces and the pool are all perfect for large groups! There is space to get together and space to disappear! The poolside bar made for some very enjoyable long afternoons in the sunshine! Thanks to Peter and Ginette for being so attentive and flexible. "Beautiful accommodation" Reviewed by Tayo A. in October, 2019. Absolutely fantastic, the villa is beautiful, everything you could possible need is available, we had an amazing time hope we get the chance to go back soon! Thank you Peter and Ginette. *A reduced price rental for low season dates for up to 12 guests in 5 bedrooms. Monthly rental discounts sometimes available. Please ask for more details. The Holiday Rental quote includes: - 10% VAT and Tourist Taxes To book we ask you: - to make a payment of 30% of the booking fee to confirm the reservation, with the balance paid six weeks before your arrival.INTERIOR
Manresa (4m x 3.6m) – 1 king, Located on the Ground Floor with ensuite Shower Room. Floor fan.
Ripoll (8.1m x 4m) – 1 double, Located on the 1st Floor. Shared ensuite Shower Room. Floor fan.
Mont Blanc (8.1m x 4m) – 2 twin/ single, Located on 1st Floor. Shower room shared with Ripoll. Large, quiet ceiling fan.
Montserrat (7m x 4.5m) – 1 super king, On 1st Floor with private terrace and ensuite bathroom. A/C + large, quiet ceiling fan.
Pedrera (9m x 4m) – 3 twin/ single, On 1st Floor with ensuite Shower room. A/C + large, quiet ceiling fan.
Garraf Suite (9.7m x 4m) – 3 twin/ single, On 1st Floor with ensuite Shower room. A/C. Large, quiet ceiling fan.
Poblet Suite (8.1m x 4m) – 3 twin/ single, On 1st Floor. Single bed in separate room. Ensuite Shower room. Large, quiet ceiling fan.
Penedes Suite (8.3m x 4.4m) – 1 double, 2 twin/ single, On 1st Floor with ensuite Shower room. A/C.
Siurana – 3 twin beds, 1 single, ensuite. A/C.
Manresa Bathroom – toilet, shower
Cardona Bathroom – toilet, shower
Montserrat Bathroom – toilet, combination tub/shower, shower, bidet
Pedrera Bathroom – toilet, shower, bidet
Poblet Bathroom – toilet, shower
Penedes Bathroom – toilet, shower
Garraf Bathroom – toilet, shower, bidet
Siurana Bathroom – toilet, shower, bidet
Guest Washroom – toiletGARDENS & OUTSIDE SPACES
THINGS TO DO
PRACTICALITIES
– Housekeeper (at the villa to welcome you and to provide support throughout your stay).
– Luxury linen, bath and pool towels.
– Maid Service.
– Free fibre optic broadband WiFi.
– Hairdryers in all bathrooms.
– Water, coffee, tea, milk, sugar, salt, pepper, herbs, hand soap, washing powder, dishwasher tablets, washing up liquid, toilet rolls to get you started.
– 2 baby cots.
– 2 high chairs.
– 3 ovens.
– 6 fridges.
– 2 freezers.
– microwave.
– coffee makers.
– cafetieres.
– 2 dishwashers.
– toasters.
– kettles and plates, glasses, bowls, cutlery, platters, mugs, pots and pans .
– Washing machine, dryer, iron and ironing board.
– 2 flat screen TVs.
– 100s of DVDs, games and books.
– Games room with full size pool table.ACCESS
– C32 motorway 5 mins
– Train station at Sitges 10-minute drive
– Nearest village 5 mins
– Sitges 10 mins
– Nearest beaches 10 mins
– Barcelona centre 40 mins
– PortAventura theme park 60 mins
– French border 2 hours
– Nearest ski resort 2 hoursLOCAL ACTIVITIES
– Swimming, Sailing, Windsurfing, Jetskiing at the beaches of Sitges or Vilanova i la Geltru
– Hectic Sitges night life – lots of great restaurants, clubs and bars
– Kayaking and canoeing at Siurana
– Tennis and Padel in Sant Pere de Ribes club
– Wine and cava tours to Sant Sadurni and El Priorat
– Visits to local food and antiques markets in Vilafranca and Sant Cugat
– Visits to monasteries such as Montserrat, Poblet, Santes Creus, and Ripoll
– Cultural tours to Roman and Medieval towns and castles such as Solsona, Cardona, Tarragona and Mont Blanc
– Wonderful boutiques and Catalan designer brands in Sitges and Barcelona
RENTAL PRICES
Rental Prices in Euros
Week
Night
2024
Oct 15th to Dec 15th (min 4 nts)
9,500 EUR
1,900 EUR
Christmas (min 4 nts)
12,500 EUR
2,200 EUR
2025
Jan - March (min 3 nts)
10,500 EUR
1,900 EUR
Easter (min 4 nts)
11,500 EUR
2,200 EUR
April - June 15th (min 4 nts)
12,500 EUR
2,200 EUR
June 15th to Aug (min 7 nts)
16,500 EUR
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Sept to Oct 15th (min 4 nts)
12,500 EUR
2,200 EUR
Oct 15th to Dec 15th (min 4 nts)
10,500 EUR
1,900 EUR
Christmas (min 5 nts)
12,500 EUR
2,200 EUR
- There is a final cleaning fee of 300 Euros in addition to the rental.
- English/Spanish speaking Home Manager to welcome you on arrival and be available to assist you during your stay.
- Maid Service mid term for 3 hours on a weekday, (for stays of 1 week or more).
- Hairdryers, Bed linen, bath towels and pool towels.
- Free fibre optic broadband WIFI.
- Starter pack – basic household provisions to get you started including salt, pepper, spices, cleaning materials, dishwasher tablets, toilet paper.
Weddings & Events:
There is an event service fee of 1,500 Euros.
- to pay a €1,500 Refundable Security Deposit payable a week before your stay, which will be held in PayPal and refunded within 7 working days after you leave.
Property Location
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Guest Reviews
July 20, 2023
“It truly was the most wonderful week…”
Reviewed by N.B in May, 2023.
We were lucky enough to hold our wedding ceremony at this beautiful property. It truly was the most wonderful week with 25 of our closest family and friends. The accommodation exceeded our expectations – every room was a ‘show-stopper’ with more than enough space for everyone to enjoy time together and some downtime. We can’t thank the hosts enough – they helped make our stay extra special. We hope to return at some point in the future…
July 20, 2023
“What a beautiful location.”
Reviewed by Eyke Jähnke in October, 2022.
What a beautiful location. Each room is furnished differently. Sooooo beautiful. A great place to celebrate festivals. I didn’t even know which corner I wanted to be in during the day because everything was so lovingly prepared and comfortable. I slept like a log. The beds were fantastic. The pool nice and warm. The view of the sea is fantastic! Only the rooster from the neighbors was completely stupid. Everything else was perfect for me.
July 20, 2023
“Wow what a fantastic place…”
Reviewed by Gavin Purcell in August, 2022.
Wow what a fantastic place… just back after a brilliant week with 23 friends and family. The house, the gardens, the outside spaces and the pool are all perfect for large groups! There is space to get together and space to disappear! The poolside bar made for some very enjoyable long afternoons in the sunshine! Thanks to Peter and Ginette for being so attentive and flexible.
June 24, 2020
“Beautiful accommodation”
Reviewed by Tayo A. in October, 2019.
Absolutely fantastic, the villa is beautiful, everything you could possible need is available, we had an amazing time hope we get the chance to go back soon! Thank you Peter and Ginette.
June 24, 2020
“Can’t wait to return”
Reviewed by Tim B. in June, 2019.
As villa owners ourselves, we were very happy with the villa and had a wonderful time around the pool and outdoor dining. The owner Peter was always available as well as his property manager. Great location from Sitges and the train station with Barcelona only a 45 minute ride. Looking forward to our return.
June 24, 2020
“Great location”
Reviewed by Katya and Mathieu L. in April, 2019.
Thank you Peter and Ginette for your warm hospitality. We were a large group of 10 adults and 13 kids. We had plenty of room and everyone had a lot of fun. The location was perfect – close to Sitges, between Barcelona and Tarragona. The house was very well equipped to receive us all. Highly recommend for a large group of family and friends.
October 19, 2018
“Beautiful Country House near Garraf Park & Sitges.”
Reviewed by Paul. S in June 2018.
We stayed at Can Marcer de la Penya for a week in May/June 2018. Our group of 19 consisted of 4 family generations to celebrate an 80th Birthday. The Masia is maintained to a high standard and retains much of its original character. Our family daytime activities on site were generally centred around the pool area, where we were able to spread out and enjoy the luxurious surroundings, sunshine and of course cool off in the lovely pool. In the evenings we tended to gathered for family meals on the upper dining terrace from which the views were fantastic. The owner and housekeeper couldn’t have been more helpful and were available to assist and advise during our stay. We chose not to hire a car on this occasion and found that Taxis into Sitges were generally easy to organise from the property. Similarly, walks in to the local town of Sant Pere de Ribes were possible from the Masia and from here you can pick up transport into Sitges, Barcelona and further afield.
October 19, 2018
“History, luxury… amazing experience.”
Reviewed by AlbertRM, September 2018.
My family and I stayed at the villa for a week. The villa is really pretty and big, located in the middle of a vineyard. It is not super easy to access but that makes it even more charming, as you really feel secluded and in touch with nature. All rooms were beautiful, some bigger and some more cosy, but all charming. It was great to have several communal areas where the family could gather or separate. The one thing I would suggest would be to install aircon in all room, since only three have aircon at the moment and it can get pretty hot during the day. The house manager, Jana, was extremely helpful and friendly. We really appreciated having her around as she was always willing to help and guide us. We can’t wait to be back and we highly recommend this place if you want to spend some time with a big group of friends or family.
November 9, 2017
Yaron, Israel
Happy new year! We Had a wonderful time at your House. My family just loved it! We Had lovely, lunches outside with the stunning views and nice walks! Your House is amazing as it is nice and cosy for 4 as for 16 people or more, which is quite exeptional. And more amazing is that even with 8 kids we had a quite stay in the living as the kids were playing in the ping pong room or playing a game in the up stairs living. Just great!!!!we would love to come again!
November 9, 2017
Maria, Netherlands
This is our final evening at the house, and the whole family would like to tell you how much we have enjoyed our time here. The house is just great, and is maintained at the highest level. It has all the amenities we could ask for – nothing is missing, and more. We enjoyed the kitchen, the living rooms, the pool (yes, we were sitting by the pool on Friday, and some of us actually spent time in the warm water), the library, the videos, and more. I assume we should thank you for the great weather too – everyday it got better and better. In short, it was a great vacation in one of the best houses we’ve ever had.
November 9, 2017
Einar, Iceland
After a lovely week at Can marce I wanted to write to you.
We arrived at your lovely home which was so nicely decorated it was a pleasure to sit inside, even when the weather was (initially) bad. We even had hot water bottles on the beds!
It is a very child friendly house which made the kids feel very welcome.
The water of the pool was clean and nicely warmed up.
We treated your beautiful belongings with care and left the house neatly. Unfortunately we broke one wineglass.
We very much enjoined your house and its surroundings and hope to visit again in the future.
Thank you very much for your hospitality and good care.
November 9, 2017
Marc, Switzerland
We all enjoyed the stay at Can Marcer very much, our kids talk about the best summer vacation ever. The youngsters loved the swimmingpool, so did we.
November 9, 2017
John, UK
Yes we all had a wonderful time at the house, the villages surrounding the place and the beaches down in Villanova!
We had good dinners outside on the terrasse and used the BBQ well and even prepared an amazing Paella!
November 9, 2017
Ingrid, USA
I’ll certainly write a review, I loved the place. As I said in the first place we wanted somewhere where friends could visit, not least to see one of our daughters who was over from Australia for the first time in 18 months. It was perfect and allowed lots of people to come and go for short times. lovely meals overlooking the valley. Enjoyed the cycling in the garraf but barely scratched the surface of what was available so may need to come back!! Now struggling with hundreds of emails from the past two weeks so yours is a welcome distraction. Many thanks for letting us have the place.
November 9, 2017
N.Prieto, July 2017
Thanks, it was a wonderful stay and the house is amazing. The house was so comfortable and thoughtfully stocked. Thanks for the welcome basket! We really appreciate the convenience of things like beach towels, pool toys and hair dryers. Coming from the US with our small suitcases those are the items we can’t bring and it really made our stay nice. A couple (very minor) suggestions next time you shop for the house: a larger drip coffee maker and a really large salad bowl. (Of course we’re Americans and we like everything big!).
Around the property
Without doubt, the centrepiece of the beautiful outside spaces at Can Marcer de la Penya is the delightful 9m x 4.5m heated swimming pool with surrounding sun terraces and lawned area.
Guests can wile away lazy summer days lounging on one of the many sun loungers arranged around the pool edge in complete privacy while enjoying panoramic sea views. Al fresco dining is a delight on the beautiful shaded terrace overlooking the Garraf Natural Park with seating for up to 22 guests.
There is also a large BBQ area, outdoor bar and other terraces with plenty of comfortable patio furnishing providing the perfect places in which to relax and chill out with a drink.
The grounds of the masia stretch to over 4,000 sqm and there are delightful mountain and sea views from all around the property.
Out & about
BY DAY
If you can drag yourself from the wonderful pool you'll find so much to experience and enjoy in the local area for all members of the party. For a start there are numerous fantastic sandy beaches just minutes away in Sitges and Vilanova.
Visit the many excellent small local wineries close to the Masia. Torres, Finca Viladellops and Torre del Veguer are close by as are the legendary Cava Houses of Freixenet and Cordoniu. The cosmopolitan city of Barcelona with its world-class attractions is a 35-minute drive. There is a choice of theme parks and attractions within an hour drive including Port Aventura, one of the biggest in Europe. Andorra, Girona and France are all within day trip distance.
BY NIGHT
The charming narrow streets of Sitges old town are packed full of bars and restaurants offering great cuisine and a laid back ambience. Stroll down to the seafront and take your pick from one of the many alfresco eateries. Not ready to go home yet? Don't worry, the nightclubs are legendary. In the summer there are often festivals and fireworks for a splash of local colour and culture.
The less touristy coastal town of Vilanova is another option for the evening with some good beach bars and restaurants along its attractive seafront. The delights of Barcelona are also within reach for an evening out. The city hosts many world-class music, cultural and sports events all year round.
SPORTS & ACTIVITIES
For those looking for more energetic distractions the nearby Mediterranean coast with its golden sandy beaches offers unlimited opportunities for water based sports like jetskis, para sailing, kayaking, paddle boarding, snorkelling, surfing and more. There are also sports marinas at both Sitges and Vilanova for boat rentals and fishing charters.
The Garraf Natural Park that surrounds the masia provides hundreds of kilometres of fantastic hiking and mountain bike trails. There is a tennis club in the local town and the nearest golf is 6 minutes away. 4 other quality golf courses are within a 30-minute drive.
Special Occasions & Events
HOST YOUR CELEBRATION OR BUSINESS EVENT AT CAN MARCER DE LA PENYA
There are 3 main spaces that can be used to create magical moments for your guests.
The Pavilion Lawn - an area of 230m2 of high quality artificial grass with a wrought iron classical pagoda ideal to hold a ceremony under. The space can easily fit 30 seated guests and there is a grand staircase for the bride to walk down.
The Masia Terrace - an area with a spectacular view that could be used for either the ceremony or the meal. A a separate staircase to the Swimming Pool area directs guests from one area to the next without seeing everything.
The Pool Area - a great spot for drinks before the ceremony. Combine with the Pavilion area for drinks when the ceremony takes place at the Masia Terrace area.
Weddings & Events
The owners are experienced in hosting successful weddings with up to 60 guests and will be happy to discuss your plans and make suggestions as to how the masia can best match your requirements.
Corporate retreats, Incentives, Team Building Getaways & Wellness Retreats
Can Marcer is ideal for these types of events with 26 separate beds, conference room facilities, multiple breakout areas, yoga and massage, WIFI throughout the masia, close access to Barcelona airport and private chef services.
