Holiday with a difference at Mother's Garden

 

Catalan mountain holidays on the famous Mother's Garden working farm. Restored cottage for up to 8 people, with pool, set in 10 organic acres of vineyards, olive and almond groves and wilderness. Popular with families, birders, walkers, foodies and those seeking a breath a fresh air. Breathtaking mountain scenery, wildlife, wine, food and culture of the Priorat in southern Catalonia, north east Spain. Half an hour from Reus Airport, hour and half from Barcelona Airport 40 minutes by train or car from the beaches and the Roman city of Tarragona, and under two hours from Barcelona.

"EVEN MORE BEAUTIFUL AND PEACEFUL THAN WE IMAGINED"

"THE PERFECT STAY WHEN IT WAS MOST NEEDED"

"THE BEST TIME I HAVE EVER HAD IN SPAIN ....ACTUALLY THE BEST HOLIDAY EVER!"

"QUINA MERAVELLA"

"I HAVE ONLY SPENT FOUR DAYS AT MOTHER'S GARDEN BUT THE STRESS HAS BEEN LIFTED OUT OF MY ENTIRE BODY"

"UN ENDRIOT MERVELLEUX"

"I DON'T TO LEAVE"

"FABULOUS HOSTS, GREAT FACILITIES AND WONDERFUL COUNTRYSIDE. AN ACTIVITY HOLIDAY TO REMEMBER ALWAYS"

"WE HAVE HAD THE MOST HEALING, MAGICAL WEEK"

"WE ARE ALL TAKING AWAY SPECIAL MEMORIES OF OLIVE OIL TASTING, FRUITS, TARRAGONA, WALKING IN THE MOUNTAINS, FOOD, WINE, BEAUTIFUL SCENERY AND BEACHES"

"WOULD LIKE TO HAVE STAYED FOR SIX MONTHS"

"WE GOT SO MUCH OUT OF TALKING TO MARTIN ABOUT LIFE HERE - THE CATALAN LANGUAGE, FARMING AND WRITING"

Thank you for your interest in visiting our mountain farm Mother’s Garden in north east Spain that has been featured twice in the popular television series No Going Back.

A great many people have been in touch from around the world, more since Martin’s book, No Going Back, Journey to Mother’s Garden, was published in Britain, South America, Holland and Catalonia.
We are so pleased that, finally, we have found a way people can come and stay on the farm and fully appreciate this life and the wonderful region in which we live.

Below you will find information on where the cottage La Vinya Del Pare (Father’s Vineyard) can be found, what there is to see and do in this area, what the accommodation is, letting costs and conditions, and a guide to how to find the cheapest flights.
Please read on!

WHERE ARE WE?

The farm Mother’s Garden is in the beautiful mountains of the Priorat, a small inland county in the south of Catalonia, south west of Tarragona, and only 40 minutes from great beaches (by rail or car) or an hour and a half from the buzz of Barcelona.

If you can find Falset on the map by following the N420 from Tarragona (famous for its Roman history) to Reus and on in to the mountains you are getting very warm!

The area is renowned for its outstanding natural beauty, its world-class wine and olive oil and its fascinating history, dating back to prehistoric times.

It will appeal greatly to food and wine enthusiasts, bird watchers, walkers or anyone seeking a taste of real Spain or simply seeking a holiday with a difference. Children are very welcome indeed!

We also aim to offer guided walks and tours – and a chance to learn how to prune vines, pick grapes or harvest almonds or olives if the time is right. From the beautiful almond blossom in late January to the olive harvest at the end of November, there are good reasons to visit us, and La Vinya del Pare has a large wood burner to keep it cosy when the sun goes down on winter nights!

Let us know what your interests are. We have an extensive knowledge of the area and have a great many contacts, so can guide you to the best places to eat, see, experience and explore.

WHAT IS THE ACCOMMODATION EXACTLY?

There is accommodation for up to eight people in three bedrooms.

Downstairs there is a large open plan sitting/dining area and kitchen, plus double bedroom and shower room (making La Vinya del Pare accessible for wheelchair users). The fully equipped kitchen has a gas hob and electric oven, dishwasher, fridge, and freezer and there is access to a washing machine.

Internet is available at a small daily charge.

Upstairs there are two large bedrooms, both leading leading onto the terrace. One is a double, the other a twin (with additional singles and cots if required).There is a bathroom and also a rear terrace leading down to the garden, pool and barbecue. There is table tennis, plus a yoga studio which is available at a small daily charge. We can also arrange massages.