Immerse yourself in a home from home experience. Stay with us in our 15th century Catalan farmhouse and come back after a day's ride to a warm welcome, a home-cooked meal and a comfortable bed.
Feel like a local as you explore hidden valleys, ride on quiet roads and tracks and soak up the culture of French Catalonia.
Nestled in the green oak and chestnut forest of Haut Vallespir in the Pyrenees Orientales region of southern France, Mas Clot d'en Guardia is a haven of peace and tranquility, well and truly off the beaten track. A hour's drive from Perpignan airport and you will find yourself a world away from the hustle and bustle of towns and cities; a place you can truly relax, unwind and surround yourself with nature. The garden boasts a multitude of fruit trees and flowering plants, as well as a spring-fed infinity swimming pool and plenty of places to sit with a cool drink and rest your weary legs. Listen to bird song and deer barking in the forest as you wake for a hearty breakfast.
Inside, the comfortable accommodation has rooms that can be split into single occupancy or twin rooms, depending on the size of your group, and a spacious double-height dining room to enjoy a home-cooked meal and talk about the highlights of your day's adventure on the bikes.
Dubbed 'the Magic Road' by Vicky, the climb to the village of Coustouges on the border with Spain feels surprisingly easy, and the descent on the other side is next level fun...
This gravel bike route has it all - forested climbs, open mountain plains, historic monuments and breath-taking views. Watch out for vultures circling overhead!
You'll barely see another soul on this ride into the lost valley. Climbing up the mountain behind Mas Clot d'en Guardia you will descend into the Mondony Gorge
"A fabulous four days cycling in the Pyrenees courtesy of Chris and Vicky who were the perfect guides and hosts. The routes Chris chose were spectacular and exactly the right level - stretching but enjoyable. Chris was able to amend on the fly when circumstances dictated and was always responsive to the group’s needs, as a whole and individually. The accommodation in a beautiful old farmhouse in the wooded hills above a beautiful valley was very comfortable and the food was excellent. Highly recommended. Thanks Chris and Vicky for a wonderful holiday and the very best cycling."
Self-catered accommodation in our poolside apartment, with access to the bike workshop and storage. We will share our favourite routes with you, as required, so you can explore the local area self-guided.
One night's accommodation for bikepackers in our poolside apartment, includes dinner, bed & breakfast plus access to bike wash, workshop & mechanic. Add 20€ for each additional person (room accommodates 3 people maximum).
*Price varies according to the size of your group and the time of year. Please contact us directly for a personalised quotation
Need help building your bike? Got a puncture on a ride?
Our Cytech-qualified on-site mechanic, Chris, can build bikes that have been transported, tune up and check your bike after rides, do running repairs and even pack your bike back into its bag or box ready for your flight home. He loves nothing better than sharing knowledge, so if you need a lesson, or quick refresher, on basic bike maintenance, he'll happily oblige!