Mas De Torrent, a Spanish countryside retreat you won’t forget
Spain and France share a border that runs along the snow-capped Pyrenees Mountains, and these peaks also form a climatic border, blocking the warmth of Mediterranean winds from moving north, and the rains of the Atlantic from moving south. Where the border of the two nations meets the Mediterranean Sea, the land is hilly, and it if you follow it southwards, it transforms into the rolling plains of Catalonia, the Emporda, and the beautiful and forever summery coastline called the Costa Brava. Oaks and maple tree fade from view in this region, while pine forests thrive, and olives, almonds, and grapes grow wild. Near the village of Torrent, just under five miles from the beaches and headlands of La Costa Brava, and less than three miles from the bustling old medieval town of Palafrugell, stands the Hotel & Spa Mas De Torrent, a deluxe countryside retreat nestled along the fringes of the Montorial Forest.
The hotel is housed in a restored and renovated country Masia, or manor house, and it has joined the ranks of the prestigious Relais & Châteaux hotelier group. The grounds of the hotel feature several beautifully manicured gardens, as well as tennis courts, complimentary bicycles for exploring the nearby villages of Torrent and Pals, and a grand outdoor swimming pool. The surrounding Catalonian countryside cries out for exploration, and your concierge at Mas De Torrent will be glad to arrange bespoke tours of the region, as well as any recreational activities that have your interest.
