RURAL COLIVING IN SPAIN & Coworking Space

A shared living and working experience for digital nomads, remote workers, creatives and artists who want to slow down, live in community, and connect with nature.

Where peaceful mornings meet inspired workdays.

Connect with kindred spirits, slow down, cook, and join in on yoga, art, and community moments that make every day feel intentional.

Casa Pardal is a small rural coliving an hour from Barcelona. Come for a week. Stay a month. Leave feeling a little more like yourself.

It's time to try something different.

Test out a slower lifestyle in rural Catalonia. Casa Pardal is the perfect landing pad for those who are ready for a change of pace. Who knows? Maybe this is exactly what you’ve been searching for.

Simple living

Take your time and enjoy the simple things. Walks with no destination, learning to make focaccia, a work day that ends at dinner with friends.

Small & connected community

We are a small coliving, between 4 to 12 people in the house, which makes connections flow naturally.

Share what you love

From yoga and cooking to art or woodworking, everyone brings something unique to the table.

Blend with local culture

Live in a 17th-century fortified village in rural Catalonia. Not a coworking bubble, but a real place with real neighbors.

A place for art

Home to the LENTA Art Residency. Whether you’re a working artist or just curious, creativity is part of daily life here.

Pet-friendly

Morning walks through open farmland, quiet country trails, and a house where pets are part of the community.

COLIVING ACTIVITIES

Daily life at Casa Pardal

Picture this: a calm morning with coffee, a few hours of focused work in a quiet room with solid WiFi, then an afternoon by the pool or out in the countryside. Throw in a yoga class, a long dinner with good people, and you’ve got a pretty standard day at Casa Pardal.

Join yoga sessions with Monica! Or do your own workout in the space.

Go for a sunset walk though the peaceful countryside fields.

Join in on a board game with new friends.

Participate in activity planning! Have an idea? Let's make it happen!

Pickup fresh produce from the local Saturday farmers market

Take an art workshop or work on your own creative projects

Enjoy fresh eggs from our chickens! Learn how to care for them too.

Go for hikes in the area! Montserrat is only 35 min away!

Ready to slow down?

Built in community. Flexible stays. Find your routine.

Meet your hosts, Monica & James

From Catalonia and France, we came together with one shared vision: to create a life that feels aligned, grounded, and inspired by community.

Casa Pardal grew from that dream: an eco-friendly space where stories are shared, ideas flow easily, and nature reminds us to slow down and connect.

Why Casa Pardal?

"I spent a few weeks in December at Casa Pardal and it was genuinely a wonderful and cozy time. Monica and James (and Nelli 🐾 ) are amazing hosts and have created a lovely home where one can embrace the slower rhythm of life. We ended up sharing many simple but real, fun moments together - going to the farmers market, cooking delicious meals, painting, knitting and enjoying the food and the sun. Casa Pardal is a place to slow down, explore creativity and enjoy all the dog cuddles 🐾"

"We spent one week this early spring at Casa Pardal with my partner, and I can’t recommend it enough. For us, it was the perfect blend: a chance to change scenery and work from a place that offers an amazing opportunity to fully focus. It was so quiet and comfortable, which made it easy to stay productive. At the same time, we loved the sense of disconnection we could enjoy outside of work. The house is set in such a beautiful countryside, and it’s a really charming old building. Plus we loved how it was decorated and how much comfort it provided at the same time. 🙂 What I should have started with, though, is that the hosts are simply amazing people. They’re creating such a special community here. Every day there were options for what to do, and we always felt so welcome. We really fueled up on good energy! Huge thanks to Monica and James for this beautiful experience they’re curating. <3 If you’re looking for a quiet place to work, disconnect, and enjoy some peaceful time, this is it."

"I recommend this to anyone, go stay at Casa Pardal. They welcomed me and my dog last minute. The house is beautiful, the room was spotless and everyone was so welcoming. The location is breathtaking. Well organized with weekly activities and dinners. This place felt like a paradise after a few hard weeks of travel. I already miss it and wish to go back. Monica and James are wonderful hosts. I have nothing but great things to say. This was my first Coliving experience and it will be hard to beat. Thank you for having me Monica and James, I hope to see you again at Casa Pardal one day! 😊"

"A wonderful place to relax, work, and unleash your creativity, yet still enjoy being with like-minded people! Activities are organized according to guests' needs, which was greatly appreciated. I'll definitely be back in the spring when the area is in bloom and I can write in the garden 🙂 "

Where is Casa Pardal?

Casa Pardal sits inside La Fortesa, a fortified Catalan village dating back to the 12th century. Fields out front, hills behind. Five minutes by car (15min by bike!) is Calaf, your nearest town, with markets, restaurants, and a bus and train station.

You’re an hour from Barcelona, half an hour from Montserrat, and within easy reach of the Pyrenees and the coast, plus the many beautiful small villages of Catalonia at your doorstep.

How to get to Casa Pardal

Once you’ve booked, we’ll be in touch before your arrival to help coordinate everything. We pick up guests from the train or bus stop in Calaf, just a 5-minute drive from the house. If the journey sounds overwhelming, trust us, it’s easier than it seems and totally worth it! We’re happy to help you figure it out.

By Plane

Barcelona-El Prat Airport is just 1 hour (85 km) from the house. From the airport, Colivers will take the bus, train, catch a ride, or drive to Casa Pardal.

By Train

We are currently experiencing issues with the train system in Spain. We recommend taking the bus instead. Depending on where you are coming from, the train might still work, but please reach out and we can help coordinate.

By Bus

Two daily buses connect Barcelona’s Estació del Nord with Calaf, our nearest town — making it the fastest way to reach Casa Pardal. The journey takes around 1 hour 30 minutes. Check the schedule here!

By Car

If you’re driving, there’s easy parking for your vehicle right at Casa Pardal. For those without a car, BlaBlaCar is a popular option for our guests. Many guests find rides on the app from Barcelona to Calaf or the nearby town of Jorba. Check for trips here!

FAQs

How do I get to the coliving?

If you come by car or BlaBlaCar ride, it is easy peasy. Casa Pardal is 1 hour away from Barcelona airport. We will pick you up in our nearest village Calad. There are also bus and train options listed in our How To Get to Casa Pardal section.

Do you welcome pets?

Dogs and cats are welcome here, we have lots of space for them to play. We ask for a extra fee of 5 eur per day.

What to do around?

We have hiking routes from the house, perfect for trail running as well. Also if you cycle, Anoia is well known for cycling routes. We are surrounded by castles and small medieval towns. There are two star observatories very close by. Montserrat is 30 mins away, one of the most impressive day excursions to do in Catalonia. For climbers, one of the most famous spots you can get to is Camarasa only 1 hour away. For sea souls Waikiki beach is our favourite beach for a day trip. See more about our activities here!

How are shared meals organized?

We currently share 3 community meals per week. One meal is cooked by us, and for the other two we invite colivers to volunteer as cooks. It’s a beautiful way to share recipes, cultures, and stories from different countries. Cooking is always optional, if you don’t feel like cooking, there’s absolutely no pressure to do so. At the beginning of each week, we create a shared list of ingredients and organize the groceries together. We ask for a contribution of €20 per week per person, which covers the 3 meals as well as shared basics like bread ingredients, olive oil, and coffee.

How easy is it to move around without at car?

We have some bicycles available for the members of the coliving, Calaf is the closest town with all the services that you might need, and is reachable by foot in 30 mins, by bicycle 15mins or by car 5mins. We will organize grocery car rides on a weekly basis. Read more about life at our coliving here!

What to expect during the stay?

We like to share meals, even if they are not organised and dance in the kitchen. Sit outside to read a book and listen to the birds singing. We practice yoga and we like to do art activities frequently. You could also help us with the veggie garden or taking care of our chickens. On Saturday mornings we like to go to the farmers market in Calaf, organize hikes in the area and try the local food or visit the wineries around. See more about our activities here!

What do I need to bring?

Your computer and the gadgets that you use for your daily work. All the rest is provided in the coliving: bed sheets, towels, yoga mats and weights. Pack warm layers as the house gets cold, especially during cooler months.

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