Mas Margot: A design hotel for a sensory experience near Girona
Nestled amidst the lush Vall del Llémena landscape, Mas Margot is a genuine Catalan masia dating from the 18th century. Recently renovated, it has been transformed into a small design hotel with eight rustic-stylish design suites that seamlessly blend history with modern comfort, aiming to stimulate the senses.
Owners Michèle and Julio have poured their souls into creating a modern-living farmhouse that invites guests to slow down and savor the gentle way of life, emphasizing the importance of essentials.
Mas Margot hotel offers a rich tapestry of contrasts that evokes an emotional response from visitors. Concepts such as seclusion and proximity, privacy and connection, rustic charm and modern design, comfort and simplicity, as well as vibrancy and tranquility, define its unique character in a way that feels both authentic and intentional.
THE CREATION OF MAS MARGOT IS ESSENTIALLY A LOVE STORY
Without intending to sound cheesy, Mas Margot's core story is about love—both self-love and love shared between two people.
Michèle and Julio, two adventurous travelers with vibrant lifestyles, longed for a significant shift towards a more conscious, slower-paced life. Their paths crossed at just the right time, prompting them to ask a challenging yet simple question: how do we want to live?
Embodying everything they strived for at that stage of their lives, Mas Margot emerged as an answer to this transformative question. They prioritized quality over quantity, authenticity over pretense, thriving over merely surviving, and nature over urban chaos. As a result, their much-anticipated new life started to take shape in Vall del Llémena, a remote region in Catalonia.
Mas Margot is a design hotel that vividly reflects the free-spirited ethos of Michèle and Julio, who are excited to share this experience with others seeking to breathe a little deeper and live more meaningfully.
A MULTI-SENSORY RETREAT IN THE GIRONA COUNTRYSIDE
The contemplative spirit of Mas Margot provides a multi-sensory experience for guests seeking to embrace slowness and deeply connect with nature, leaving with their senses reawakened.
Surrounded by wild countryside and rolling hills, Mas Margot is located at the heart of Vall del Llémena, within the scenic province of Girona. Tucked into a rich natural setting, guests are free to explore this bucolic environment and appreciate life in its purest form.
Mas Margot fosters a deep connection to its environment through the senses—listening to the morning birdsong, quietly observing the flowing river, smelling the fresh grass after a rainy night, feeling the warmth of sun-soaked stones, and savoring the homemade breakfasts prepared daily by Michèle and Julio with local ingredients.
After a restful night, mornings begin in the old barn of the house, where Michèle and Julio personally serve delicious breakfasts to their guests. Regional treats such as local sausages, cheese, jams, bread, and fresh fruit are among the delights offered. There is nothing like starting the day with a healthy meal and breathtaking views of Vall del Llémena's gentle hills to nourish the body and soul.
VIBRANT INTERIORS THAT FOSTER A RELAXED ATMOSPHERE
The interiors of Mas Margot leave a lasting impression on those who appreciate the rustic-stylish design mix that defines the hotel's unique charm. From the countryside exterior of the farmhouse to the unrefined elegance of its interior spaces, the ambiance at Mas Margot appeals to guests who enjoy blending tradition with modern design.
Sustainability also plays a crucial role at Mas Margot. The renovation, guided by principles of respect and sensitivity toward the building's historic character, aimed to preserve the farmhouse's original style while infusing it with authenticity and a contemporary feel using raw and sustainable materials. Common elements include wood, stone, concrete, limestone, reed, glass, iron, and steel, primarily sourced from Spain.
Throughout the renovation, shared and private areas were carefully designed to create a vibrant yet tranquil environment, offering spaces that cater to both connection and privacy, tailored to meet the needs of the guests.
Each of the eight spacious and bright suites, crafted for comfort and inspiration, creates a peaceful dialogue with natural light—sometimes soft and gentle, other times bold and striking—for visitors to experience the understated elegance and warmth of the hotel's interiors and natural surroundings.
A SMALL HOTEL TO WITNESS THE PASSING OF THE SEASONS
Mas Margot opened its doors just a couple of months ago, in June 2025, aiming to serve as an all-year-round retreat for those seeking a slow-paced lifestyle, rest, and relaxation in an unparalleled environment.
Nestled in Vall del Llémena, a beautiful and lesser-known part of Catalonia, Mas Margot lies between the Costa Brava sea and the Garrotxa region, and near the historic city of Girona. It is strategically located close to villages and places of interest, yet secluded enough to offer an authentic sensory immersion in nature.
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast interested in cycling, hiking, and running, or someone looking for a peaceful escape to enjoy quiet walks, excursions, and pool swims, Mas Margot is perfect for experiencing the changing seasons.
The passage of each season provides an authentic sensory experience, as each brings a unique natural color palette and atmosphere worth savoring. With Michèle and Julio's expert, personalized guidance, guests can enjoy a memorable, immersive travel experience at Mas Margot.
This newly created haven of silence and quiet elegance, set in a stately Catalan farmhouse, is even more impressive in person. We invite you to discover it for yourself.
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