33 Masias for sale in Alt Emporda, Girona

Types of masias for sale in Alt Empordà

Cottage Properties is a real estate agency specialising in masias and luxury homes in Catalonia. We have the largest portfolio of masias for sale in Catalonia, with an active catalogue of over 170 rural heritage properties.

Within our portfolio, you’ll find the following masias for sale in Alt Empordà:

• Luxury country houses

• Restored masias (with swimming pools and modern finishes)

• Farmhouses for renovation

• Abandoned masias

• Country estates with up to 150 hectares of land

• Masias with rural hotel licenses

• Masias with sea views

You can also visit the following pages to find rural hotels for sale in Catalonia, castles and palaces for sal, and farmhouses for renovation.

Locations of our masias for sale in Alt Empordà

Among our masias for sale in Alt Empordà, these properties stand out in the following towns:

• Masia with defensive tower for sale in l'Escala

• Renovated country house with hotel license for sale in Llers

• Masia with hotel license for sale in Espinavessa

• Country estate with 148 hectares for sale in Maçanet de Cabrenys

• Masia with urban plot for sale in Garrigàs

• Restored masia with swimming pool for sale in Boadella d'Empordà

• Restored farmhouse for sale in Cabanelles

• Masia for sale in Calabuig

• 18th-century country house for sale in Cistella

If you are looking to buy a masia near Alt Empordà, please see our listings for masías for sale in Baix Empordà, masías for sale in Pla de l'Estany or masías for sale in Garrotxa.

You can also see here:

• Masias for sale in Girona

• Masias for sale in Catalonia

Still haven't found the masia you want to buy?

At Cottage Properties, we have a portfolio of country houses for sale off-market. This portfolio includes luxury country estate, masias of historical importance, and country houses for sale by well-known individuals.

Contact us now to enquire about our private portfolio.

How much does it cost to renovate a masia in Alt Empordà?

The cost of renovating a masia in Alt Empordà can vary enormously.

In this region there are 488 listed masias and many of these are located on large estates in more isolated areas of the north, near the foothills of the Pyrenees. All of this can directly influence the cost of the renovation (access, supplies, logistics and environmental maintenance).

It depends on factors such as:

• The current state of the building

• Location

• Access to supplies

• Local urban planning regulations (you can consult the regulations for each town here)

It's important to keep in mind that renovating a masía is not comparable to refurbishing a modern house or urban apartment. When renovating a masia you’ll work with natural stone, wooden beams, thick walls and historical structures that require specialised techniques.

In Alt Empordà, there are other common factors that may influence the budget:

• Isolation and logistics: With masias that are remote, the transport of materials, machinery and equipment can increase the cost of the work, and access (tracks, slopes and road condition) greatly affects the pace of execution.

• Supplies and infrastructure: When there’s no easy connection to the network, water, sanitation and electricity must be well planned, as these often become significant expenses.

• Dampness in stone walls, especially in closed or poorly ventilated ground floors.

• Old roofs that may require repair or complete renovation (tiling, waterproofing, insulation and structure)

• Insufficient ventilation, which promotes condensation, mold and interior deterioration, if not properly corrected from the start.

• Treatment and reinforcement of wooden beams, due to accumulated moisture, deformations and possible attacks by wood-boring insects (woodworm), in addition to structural reviews in old floor slabs.

Furthermore, in many cases, regulations require the use of local materials and traditional methods to preserve the authenticity and heritage value of the property.

This usually involves solutions such as:

• Exposed stone with traditional mortar

• Lime mortars (instead of modern cements)

• Woodwork and finishes in keeping with the rustic style of the area (stone, wood and natural tones)

Free basic refurbishment project

Cottage Properties is the only real estate agency specialising in the sale of masias in Catalonia that has its own team of experts in the rehabilitation of masias and farmhouses.

Our co-director, Pere Crosas, is one of the most sought-after professionals in this field. His experience includes landmark projects such as the renovation of Celler de Can Roca in Girona – considered one of the best restaurants in the world – as well as numerous historic farmhouses and rural estates throughout Catalonia.

Our team of surveyors and architects specialising in farmhouses offers to draw up a free basic project for the farmhouse you are interested in in Alt Emporda. It is one of our most requested services for buyers, as it allows you to evaluate the costs before making a decision.

As a customer, you will enjoy the following free of charge:

• Support from our quantity surveyor

• Guidance on costs, challenges and renovation possibilities in accordance with local regulations

• Preparation of a basic renovation project

Please contact us to request a consultation.

About Cottage Properties

Cottage Properties is the leading real estate agency in Catalonia, specialising in masias for sale.

For over 30 years, we have been helping national and international buyers find, restore and preserve some of the country's most iconic rural properties.

Our co-director, Àngels Sabater, is one of the most recognised voices in the rural real estate sector in Catalonia. Her career has been highlighted in media outlets such as TV3, where she appeared alongside the buyers of the famous Can Morgat estate in Pla de l'Estany, as well as on Canal Decasa, where she presented the renovation of Mas dels Arbres, a project located in the Cap de Creus Natural Park. Our portfolio also appears in the national press, in publications such as The Olive Press and more.

How we assist buyers of masias

Buying a masias is a process with many moving parts (and risks) that should be carefully managed from the outset.

That is why we accompany buyers of rural properties through every stage, from legal checks to negotiations – and, if you need it, even after the purchase with the renovation and refurbishment of the property.

We can help you with:

• Legal and urban planning checks before you commit (documentation, registration status, possible limitations and uses).

• Purchase and negotiation strategy, to defend your price with real arguments.

• Coordination of technical inspections (condition of the structure, roof, damp, installations, etc).

• Planning the refurbishment after purchase, with priorities, realistic estimates of phases and project control.

• Ongoing support, so you don't have to make decisions blindly in a very particular market.

Find out more about us here.

Visit a masia for sale in Alt Empordà

When you have found a masia in Alt Empordà that you would like to visit, you can fill in the form on the property details page to request a viewing. Within one working day, a Cottage Properties agent will contact you to arrange a date.

For further information, please call our office on 627 41 95 99 or request a consultation on our Contact page.