Villa San Simon

Nestled in the stunning Ria de Vigo in Galicia, northern Spain, this grand nine-bedroom villa combines timeless charm with modern comforts. Built in 1910 and thoughtfully renovated, the villa spans three floors, offering elegant spaces and breathtaking views. On the lower ground floor, you’ll find a spacious kitchen with a six-seater breakfast table, along with an en-suite double bedroom. The ground floor features a formal entrance leading to an open-plan lounge and dining area, both with large windows framing spectacular sea views. Antique touches, including mahogany furniture and period paintings, add character to the space. Two light-filled bedrooms and a bathroom with a shower complete this floor. An impressive staircase leads to the first floor, where five more bedrooms—ranging from double to single beds—boast magnificent mountain or sea views. One bedroom includes an en-suite shower, with a shared bathroom for the others. Outside, enjoy the lush garden with a terrace for morning coffee, a swimming pool, Jacuzzi, and BBQ area for al fresco dining. The garden also features shady spots, vibrant flowers, a bamboo forest, and a small grotto. Kids will love the miniature house and games room with table football, billiards, and darts. For extra convenience, a garden apartment offers a bathroom, kitchen, and living area for two. Although the villa offers peaceful seclusion, it’s just a 10-minute drive from Vigo and a 5-minute drive to shops and restaurants in Redondela. With nearby hiking trails, wild beaches, and forest parks, it’s a perfect base for outdoor adventures. Features: Lower Ground Floor- Spacious, well-equipped kitchen connected to a dining room- Bedroom with double bed (140 x 200 cm) and en-suite bathroom Ground Floor- Entrance hall with a sitting area and grand staircase- Connected living and dining room with chimney, TV, and ocean views- Bedroom with double bed (140 x 200 cm)- Bedroom with double bed (140 x 200 cm)- Shared shower and toilet First Floor- Bedroom with double bed (140 x 200 cm) and en-suite shower- Bedroom with two single beds (90 x 190 cm)- Bedroom with two single beds (90 x 190 cm)- Bedroom with single bed (90 x 190 cm) (for under eight year old’s)- Bedroom with single bed (90 x 190 cm) (for under eight year old’s)- Shared shower and toilet- Two pull-out child’s beds available (for under eight year old’s) Annexe- Bedroom with double bed (140 x 200 cm)- Open-plan kitchen and living room with fireplace and TV- Games room with billiards table, table football, and gym equipment- Shower and toilet- Pull-out child’s bed available (for under eight year old’s) Exterior- Private swimming pool (5 x 10 m)- Outdoor shower next to swimming pool- Chill-out area with sun loungers- Covered jacuzzi- Brick-built barbecue and outdoor dining table- Fenced garden with various plants, flowers, trees, and ornaments- Outside patio area with tables and seating- Bamboo forest and underground grotto- Outdoor playhouse (designed to replicate the main house!)- Parking Additional Facilites- Wi-Fi connection- Heating- Washer & dryer- Hairdryer- Iron & board- Dishwasher- Microwave- Coffee maker- TV- Sea views- Cots Location: Villa San Simon is located on the banks of the Vigo estuary (Ria de Vigo) in Galicia, on the northern coast of Spain. The villa overlooks the island of San Simon and is sheltered from the ocean by the beautiful Cies Islands. From the property, you can see lines of bateas dotted along the Ria. From these big wooden bateas (rafts), hang ropes where mussels and oysters grow. From the property’s terrace, you can watch the mussel boats lifting the ropes and collecting the molluscs. And if that whets your appetite, it’s only a short distance to the local tapas bar, where you sample fresh fish straight from the sea. The surrounding area is also perfect for those who want to immerse themselves in nature and offers plenty of hiking and cycling trails. Walk or ride through the forest parks with their beautiful streams and rivers and soak up the views of the estuary. But for the best view of the Ria de Vigo head to the Monte do Alba Mountain Forest Park, a 25-minute drive from the property. Climb to the top, and you’ll be rewarded with sweeping views of Vigo and the ocean. But for a truly memorable day out, head to Vigo’s harbour and jump on a boat to the Cies Islands. This little archipelago is a national park and bird sanctuary and is also home to nine fabulous beaches. Rodas beach is the most popular of these beaches – it was once voted the best beach in the world! It’s great for the whole family and the perfect place to relax. Children can safely swim in the crystal clear emerald waters or run free on the endless fine white sand. The more energetic can hike along the island’s mountainous trails and enjoy spotting the resident yellow-legged herring gulls and guillemots. Once you’ve exhausted everything that the islands have to offer, enjoy a cool drink and bite to eat at one of the many beachside cafes before hopping back on the boat again. Terms & Conditions: ? €500 paid in cash to the owner upon arrival and refunded upon departure, subject to full inspection. The arrival time for this property is between 4-5pm. Please enquire if you wish to know the exact time. The departure time for this property is between 10am - 12pm. Please enquire if you wish to know the exact time. Yes, included in the rental price. Yes, included in the rental price. On request only and with prior agreement with the owner. Please note that weekly cleaning is included in the rental price of bookings of 14 nights or more. Please note that some of the single beds and the extra beds are suitable for children under 8 years old only. If guests are over this age, they will have to sleep in the access, which will require guests to pay for the higher price band in order to access the annexe. Please enquire for more information. Flexible. Yes. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. Smoking & Vaping are not permitted. 6 nights. Yes, included in the rental price. Not available. Tourist Tax included in the rental price. Wi-Fi internet access included in the rental price. Not available. Licence number: VUT-PO-005499