The Chai Catalan is an old wine cellar built onto the city wall of the medieval castle in Oftaffa, a small village close to Elne. The original building is 800 years old and has been renovated with originality yet with an eye to preserving the original character of the building and it origins. The building offers a modern and comfortable haven to unwind, a serene space where you can enjoy the walled garden or relax by the swimming pool. Your are assured a quiet and peaceful stay, yet you remain close to all the main tourist attractions, the sea, small villages and the mountains of the Pyrenees. Le Chai Catalan, located between Perpignan and Collioure. It is 12km from the sea, and is the ideal place to discover or French Catalonia. This is a beautiful region offering history, old towns, activities by the sea or in the mountains and the vibrant culture and good food and wines from the region. We are happy to offer advice to our guest to get the most from their stay. We offer a continental breakfast. The menu changes daily and our guests can enjoy hot drinks, fresh juice, breads and homemade jam, pastries and regional cakes, fresh fruit, yoghurt and on request, cheese and ham.

I was born in Ireland, and have travelled extensively abroad. Our family has spent the last 18 years living in Australia and we have relocated to this area in search of new adventures. My wife is french, my teenage children were born in Australia and we love meeting people and sharing stories and experiences. I have a passion for wines and good food, walking, climbing and photography. I have an extensive cellar of Australian and New Zealand wines which are offered for tasting by guests on request. We encourage you to come and stay, get to know us and let us help with any specific requests you may have. We aim to be flexible and to try assit in whatever way we can during your stay.

Ortaffa is a small village with a local shop, a small pizza place, and a bakery. The nearest town is the old regional capital Elne, which is 7minutes away by car and well worth a visit. Here you have a selection of places to eat and other amenities. There is a picturesque golf course 10 minutes away at Montescot, horse riding, and opportunities to taste local wine. The closest winery to us is 10 minutes from us, Chateau de L'ou, a well respected vigneron, which is open for wine tastings. For somewhere to swim to cool off during summer, or to walk, Lac de la Rahu is 12mins by car. By car there is easy access to many small villages ie Ceret with it's museums, and places of natural beauty. The costal town of Collioures is 20mins away and the Pyrenees 90mins by car