Houses for sale in Garriguella

Houses and estates for sale in Garriguella

Garriguella is a village in the Alt Empordà at the foot of the Albera range, among vineyards and olive groves, a few kilometres from the Bay of Roses and Cap de Creus. Its cluster of stone houses, its wine cooperative and the landscape of the Empordà Designation of Origin give it a very authentic character.

It is a place much appreciated by those looking for a house with land in the countryside, with the sea at Roses and Llançà a short distance away and the French border very close.

Properties for sale in Garriguella and the surrounding area

The BARNES selection in Garriguella and nearby villages includes:

• Rural estates: village houses and country houses with land, such as Villa Campo La Carena, in a peaceful setting.
• Estates with vineyards: in Capmany, properties with vines, a winery and several dwellings.
• Village houses: in nearby historic centres such as Castelló d’Empúries.
• Villas near the sea: in Roses, homes with views over the bay.

Between the vineyards and the Albera range

Garriguella’s landscape is shaped by DO Empordà vineyards, olive trees and dry-stone terraces climbing towards the Albera. The hermitage of the Mare de Déu del Camp and the paths through the hills are part of the setting, and the higher areas offer wide views over the Empordà plain and the sea.

What to consider when buying in Garriguella

• Planning status: the classification of the land, the legality of all buildings and the permitted uses.
• Structural condition: roofs, walls and floors, especially in older buildings.
• Access and utilities: road access, water, electricity and internet connection.
• The land: size, orientation, views and relationship with neighbouring properties.
• Distance to services and the coast: depending on how you intend to use the property.

We explain this in our guide to buying a masia in the Empordà.

What an estate in the Alt Empordà is like

Estates in this area usually combine a main stone house with farmland —vineyards, olive groves or fields— and sometimes outbuildings such as old wineries or stores. The most careful restorations keep the exposed stone, vaults and beams and add a pool, garden and modern installations. The tramuntana wind, typical of the area, influences the orientation and design of outdoor spaces.

Life in Garriguella

Life in Garriguella is that of a quiet Alt Empordà village, with the cooperative, the wineries and local festivals as meeting points. Figueres, the county town, offers services all year round, and the beaches of Roses, Llançà and El Port de la Selva are a short drive away.

An estate between countryside and sea

For many buyers, the Alt Empordà is a way to enjoy countryside and sea at once: vineyards and stone villages inland, and the coves of Cap de Creus a few minutes away. It is chosen both as a second home and for living all year round, especially by those who value tranquillity and authenticity.

The surrounding area

If you would like to widen your search, see our Empordà and Costa Brava selections, with masias in the Baix Empordà and villas with sea views.

A scarce offer

Estates with land in the Alt Empordà are uncommon. We recommend that you share your criteria with us so that our team can let you know as soon as a property that matches your search comes onto the market. If you are an owner, request a valuation of your estate.

Main residence or second home

Garriguella and the surrounding villages are often chosen as a second home by those seeking tranquillity, landscape and the proximity of the sea. Others live here much of the year, with Figueres close at hand for services and the French border very near. In both cases, the condition of the estate and its planning status are the points most worth checking.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Garriguella?

In the Alt Empordà, at the foot of the Albera range, near Roses and the French border.

What type of properties are for sale?

Rural estates, village houses and estates with vineyards nearby.

Is it close to the sea?

Yes, the beaches of Roses and Llançà are a short drive away.

What is the DO Empordà?

The designation of origin for the area’s wines, with vineyards across much of the Alt Empordà.

Which nearby municipalities are worth considering?

Capmany, Castelló d’Empúries and Roses, among others.