How many people can the villas sleep?

Each villa sleeps up to 13 people, with a maximum of 10 adults. Both villas can be booked together for very large groups of up to 26.

Do the villas have private pools?

Yes. Both Villa Begur and Villa Sa Riera have their own private outdoor swimming pools. Villa Sa Riera's pool (8.7m x 3.4m) can be heated for £150 per week on request.

Where are the villas located?

The villas are next door to each other in Begur, a medieval hilltop town on the Costa Brava, Catalonia, Spain. The nearest beach, Sa Riera, is approximately 1 mile away.

What is the nearest airport to Begur Villas?

Girona Airport (GRO) is approximately 45 minutes away. Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) is approximately 1 hour 30 minutes away.

Are the villas air conditioned?

Yes, all bedrooms in both Villa Begur and Villa Sa Riera are air conditioned.

Is linen and towels included?

Yes. All linen, bath towels and pool towels are included in the price for both villas.

Are cots and high chairs available?

Yes, cots and high chairs are available free of charge at both villas.

Is there Wi-Fi at the villas?

Yes, both villas have fast broadband Wi-Fi.

Can I book both villas at the same time?

Yes. Villa Begur and Villa Sa Riera are next door to each other and can be booked simultaneously, accommodating up to 26 guests in total.

Is there parking at the villas?

Yes. Villa Begur has a double garage with one side for guest use. Both villas have electric car chargers.

Something Rather Spectacular is Coming to the Costa Brava This August

On the evening of Wednesday 12th August 2026, the skies above Begur are going to do something quite extraordinary.

A total solar eclipse (the first to cross Spain in over 120 years) will sweep across the Iberian Peninsula. The path of totality runs a little further south, but the Costa Brava will experience something very close to the real thing: around 95 to 99% of the sun covered. The afternoon light will turn strange and amber. Stars will appear in the daytime sky. The temperature will drop. Birds will stop singing.

If you have never seen a near total eclipse, it is one of those moments you never really forget.

When to Look

The eclipse begins in the early evening and reaches its maximum at around 8:30pm local time. In August in Begur that means warm air, long golden light and a beautiful summer evening just getting going. No early alarm required. Pour yourself something cold and head outside.

Where to Watch From

Begur is wonderfully placed for this. A few spots worth considering:

Begur Castle ruins: 360 degree views across the Costa Brava, and a pretty special place to be at the best of times.
The camins de ronda coastal paths: our favourite road that runs from Sa Riera to Aigua Freda along the beautiful rugged coastline.
Platja de Pals: a wide open beach with a big sky and plenty of room.
Cap de Creus: worth the drive for the landscape alone.

And of course both villas have terraces and gardens with clear sky views. If you would rather watch with a glass of wine from the comfort of your own space, that works perfectly well too.

One Important Thing: Your Eyes

Please do look after them. Even at 99% coverage, the sliver of sun that remains is bright enough to cause serious damage if you look directly at it without protection. You will need proper ISO 12312-2 certified eclipse glasses. Not sunglasses, not camera filters, not anything improvised.

They are inexpensive and widely available online. Order a few pairs before you travel. They make a lovely thing to share with whoever you end up watching alongside.

A nice one for children: punch a small hole in a piece of card, hold it up to the sun and let the light project onto a surface behind it. You will see a perfect little crescent as the eclipse progresses. Simple, safe and great fun.

August 2026

We always love August here. The warmth is at its fullest, the evenings go on forever and there is a particular ease to life on the Costa Brava in high summer. This year there is an extra reason to be here for it.

If you are thinking about a stay around the 12th, we would love to have you. You can find availability and details for both Villa Begur and Villa Sa Riera on the site. Drop us a line if you have any questions.

A Thank You to Our Readers: 15% Off April, May and June

To say thank you to our blog and social media readers, we are offering 15% off any stay booked direct through our site for April, May or June 2026. Just use code BLOGREADER2026 at checkout.

It is one of our favourite times of year on the Costa Brava. Warm days, not too busy, and the restaurants are much more relaxed. If you time it right you could even be here for the eclipse.

Check availability for Villa Begur and Villa Sa Riera

We will see you under a very interesting sky!

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