Holiday apartments in Cordes-sur-Ciel, Midi Pyrenees - Tarn, France
Apartments to Rent
Vast Airy Loft Apartments, Fenced Pool, Lovely Building, Gardens
4 Bedroom Apartment and 2 x 2 Bedroom Apartments
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At first sight Cordes-sur-Ciel takes your breath away. La Gaudane is a superbly crafted golden stone building clad in wisteria and trompette, designed and built in 1881 as an embroidery factory which accounts for its vast and cool interiors with extra deep windows. Each apartment is outstanding with a unique personality of antique furniture and state of the art appliances. It has all the advantages of the town with the quietness of being just off the busier beat, set on the lower slopes of the 13th Century fortified town it is just 300 metres from bakers, butchers, bank, post office, supermarket and patisserie. There is both a courtyard garden and the main garden equipped with a new fenced swimming pool and a large terrace (half shaded)with a magnificent panoramic view over the valley of the Cerou. There are an enchanting array of beautiful little antique villages and bastides perched on high or even a trip into the wild Aveyron or down to the blue Mediterranean.
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| Rental periods | Owners Apartment | Loft Apartment South |
Loft Apartment North |
The Lodge |
| March - June 2008 | £900 (1300 Euros) | £635 (920 Euros) | £450 (630 Euros) | £385 (550 Euros) |
| July / August 2008 | £1150 (1650 Euros) | £790 (1145 Euros) | £550 (770 Euros) | £450 (650 Euros) |
| September / October 2008 | £900 (1300 Euros) | £635 (920 Euros) | £450 (630 Euros) | £385 (550 Euros) |
Notes on prices
Prices shown are for the property per week in UK Pounds and Euros.
Changeover day
Saturday 16.00 to Saturday 10.00
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Loft Apartment North - 1300 sqft Sleeps 2 - 4
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Our newest designer loft with seven deep windows on three aspects with fabulous views. It has been laid out without walls. The bedroom is alcoved and the bathroom with free standing bath, is screened with opaque curtaining so nothing impedes the flood of cool north light. The view from the bath is breathtaking. There is space galore and an artist could re-arrange it to paint or draw or write the first novel. It is furnished with high quality antiques and the most modern appliances. Double bed and quality double convertible. Top of the range kitchen, big fridge/freezer, electric oven and stove and dishwasher. Fully equipped separate shared laundry (between two) and separate toilet. Access to private gardens, fenced pool and courtyard garden. |
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Loft Apartment South - 2000 sqft - Sleeps 6/8
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A much larger apartment to a different model with 2 double bedrooms, children's bedroom with bunks,luxury bathroom (with free standing bath) and superbly equipped kitchen arranged along the south wall and over 1,000 sqft of free space even with just the lounge area and double convertible allowed for. This loft area has been designed for artists studio space or just lovers of airy space. A teacher could live here and give studio classes. Two Double bedrooms, quality double convertible plus room with bunk beds. Top of the range kitchen, big fridge, electric oven and stove and dishwasher. Fully equipped separate shared laundry and separate WC. Access to private gardens, fenced pool and courtyard garden. |
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The Lodge. - Sleeps 2/4
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| A charming garden apartment with magnificent four poster bed. There is one double bedroom with a full bathroom with free standing bath, a fully equipped kitchen/living room with direct access to the Terrace and Pool. The living room has a double sofa bed, TV and quality furnishings. The kitchen is equipped with top of the range cooker, fridge and dishwasher. There is a separate laundry with washing machine and dryer. | |
Notes on accommodation
There are two huge loft apartments, each of rather different character, the massive Owner's apartment and a charming Lodge with direct access to the terrace. They have been designed to celebrate the wonderful airy space of the building. There is a large shared private garden, terrace and fenced pool with pool fridge.
A complimentary welcome pack of essentials and local wine is waiting for you on arrival, as well as special rates if you book before Christmas.
Outside
There is a large private garden, terrace and big family pool (fenced) with a range of garden and pool furniture as well as a Wendy House and games for the children, along with a pool fridge for cold refreshments.
Private parking within the grounds of the building (a big plus!)
Coast/Beach
By way of Albi, Cordes is a half day from the Mediterranean, Bordeaux and the Atlantic or Spain through the upper passes and the Pyrenees.
Golf
There are four good pay and play country club golf courses nearby and La Gaudane has a good supply of golf clubs to use. The Owners Apartment would accommodate a 'foursome' quite comfortably.
Travel
By Air: To Toulouse or Rodez from London Gatwick or Stansted as well as provincial airports. 1 hours journey to Cordes.
Hire Cars: Can be found via Owners Direct home page.
By Train: Montauban and Toulouse are available on main line services. By sleeper train from Paris to Cordes / Vindrac (3km along the road).
By Car: 600 miles from Channel Ports via Autoroute or by lesser roads seeing more of the villages and towns. An overnight stop recommended.
Distances
Cordes is just an hour by road from Toulouse, Toulouse Airport, Rodez Airport or Montauban centre. Albi is 30 minutes by car.
There are tennis courts nearby (La Gaudane has quality racquets for use), a water park half a mile down the road and another at Albi. Canoes can be hired at St Antonin and there is horse riding and hiking in the wild Aveyron.
In Albi there are two lively theatres and cinema as well as the Lautrec Museum and famous cathedral and castle.
Further details
There are over 50 studios, galleries and ateliers in the town selling handicrafts and delicious specialities of the Tarn, as well as numerous restaurants and cafes.
In mid July Cordes celebrates its medieval history with 3 days of festivities - the whole town gets involved and this is definitely a spectacular event not to be missed.
Excellent fishing is available in the Tarn, Aveyron & Cerou rivers, permits and bait available locally. For 2008 - we can arrange for you to spend a day with a renowned food and wine expert who will take you to the region's finest vineyards and restaurants - a really memorable day out. Small charge payable locally.
Booking notes
Deposit 25% on booking, balance 1 month prior.
Damage Deposit of £200/300 Euros at time of balance due with final balance - refundable on departure
All linen provided including pool towels.
Refreshments available and pool fridge
Apartments/Linen cleaned weekly.
More pictures are available.
Resident English and French speaking managers.
Guest comments
"What a fantastic place and time! We doubt we will ever find and experience a holiday of this quality again" B&RB - London
For booking and further information
Tel: (France) + 33 (0)563 530 982
Fax: (France) + 33 (0)563 531 281
Or if in difficulty.
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0) 1932 842147
Fax: (UK) + 44 (0) 1932 842603
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