Spacious Gite in a Quiet Village
20 Mins from Tarbes and an Easy Drive to the Pyrenean Mountains
Sleeps 4/6 (2 Bedrooms)
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Tastefully converted barn retaining many of its original features including the "press" in the lounge, also incorporating an impressive brick arched window. Enjoy the valley of the Arros which is steeped in history, and experience the sheer beauty of the Haute Pyrenees. From the 11th century castle at Mauvezin to the Abbaye de L’Escaladieu, from the deep caves of Betharram to the peeks of the Pic du Midi, Col d’Aspin and many more from the many historic bastides and towns of the region to the breathtaking beauty of the Cirque de Gavarnie. Be it fine food and wine, or just a cup of coffee and people watching this area has it all. You too will be captivated by the sheer magic and hospitality that keeps people coming to the area again and again. Stay with us and enjoy the peace and quiet and live life the French way, (lentement) slowly, for a while.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 1 January 2011 - 26 February 2011 | £300 | 1 | ||
| 26 February 2011 - 30 April 2011 | £345 | 1 | ||
| 30 April 2011 - 24 September 2011 | £390 | 1 | ||
| 24 September 2011 - 29 October 2011 | £345 | 1 | ||
| 29 October 2011 - 31 December 2011 | £300 | 1 |
Notes on prices
Prices shown are for the property per week in UK Pounds.
Long weekend breaks are available and special rates for long term hiring.
Changeover day
Normal change over days are Saturdays but we will do our best to accommodate our guests individual requirements. Guests are requested to vacate the Gite by 10.30am. Guests can enter the property after a thorough cleaning.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with double bed. Bedroom 2 with twin beds. Large double sofa bed in the lounge. |
| Bathrooms: | Ground floor shower room with wash basin, wc, radiator and dual voltage shaver point. First floor shower room with wash basin, wc, radiator and dual voltage shaver point. |
| Kitchen: | Cooker, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, iron & ironing board. Full selection of saucepans, cutlery and chinaware. |
| Living Rooms: | Very spacious lounge with 3 piece suite which includes a large double sofa bed. Satellite TV, DVD player, CD player, At the other end of this room is a beautiful french table seating 6 and a buffet. The original press has been retained as a feature. |
| Other: | The covered terrace offers a relaxing area which is equipped with a BBQ, wooden table and benches. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Linen is included, 1 set per bed per week. Bath and handtowels are included. The gite will be clean on arrival and we would expect it to be left the same. Basic cleaning equipment will be supplied. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge microwave dishwasher washing machine tumble dryer iron/ironing board satellite tv central heating room fans cot barbecue |
| Suitability: | pets accepted |
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Notes on accommodation
The gite has full central heating and is double glazed. Suitable for year round accommodation.
Accessibility
Our gite is not suitable for wheelchair users
Outside
Garden table with parasol, chairs, loungers with cushions and a BBQ are provided. Covered terrace offering a cool relaxing area with table and benches.
Coast/Beach
The Mediterranean coast (Narbonne) is approximately 3 hours east and the Atlantic coast (Biarritz) is approximately 2 hours west.
Golf
There are numerous golf courses in the local area and these are just a selection see details on our website.
Tillac 30 mins
Bagneres 40 mins
Tarbes 20 mins
Lannemezan 40 mins
Skiing
Many skiing resorts are easily accessible. St Lary, La Mongie, Bagnere de Bigorre and Peyregaude.
Special interest holidays
For the motorbike enthusiasts guided tours are available with the owners who are experienced bikers. Safe and secure covered parking is available. See our website for more detailed information.
Travel
Pau is the nearest airport at approximately 45 mins away.
Toulouse is just 1.5 hours drive. The drive from Caen ferry port takes approx 10 hours. Calais approx 11 hours, St Malo approx 9 hours and Santander approx 4 hours.
Distances
Chelle Debat 2.5km offering a local bar serving plat du jour and small shop. St Sever 1.5km with a Bistro, post office, bar and historical listed Abbey. Villecomtal-sur-Arros and Rabastens-de-Bigorre 9km both with a wider choice of shops, supermarkets and banks. Tarbes 21km. Pau 70km. Lourdes - 40km. Toulouse 155km
Further details
For those who enjoy a farmers market there is one for most days of the week including Tarbes, Lannemezan, Marciac, Trie-sur-Baïse and Vic-Fezensac. For music lovers there is the international jazz festival at Marciac reportedly the most important outside of America. For Country and Western fans nearby Mirande offers a yearly festival attended by many stars of country music. If you enjoy eating out there is a range of styles from joining a local family at a “Ferme Auberge” for a simple country meal, to the finest Haute cuisine. We are less than an hour to the mountain ski stations of the Pyrenees National Parks where skiing, walking, white water rafting, bird watching, horse riding, cycling and climbing are all popular activities. For those of you who enjoy being pampered the mountain spas of Lourdes, Capvern, Bagneres and Luchon are also less than an hour’s drive. If history is your thing we have enough castles, churches and medieval towns for everyone. For an enjoyable day out Carcassonne with its truly stunning old city or Biarritz with its beaches and fine restaurants are places not to be missed. So come and visit, we are sure you will enjoy.
Booking notes
Provisional bookings can be made upon receipt of a completed booking form. These will be confirmed upon receipt of a refundable deposit of £100/150 € to cover reservation and breakages. Payment for accommodation will be required by cheque 6 weeks prior to arrival. The deposit less any charge for breakages will be returned at the end of the holiday.
For booking and further information
Property Ref FR2281
Rod & Jane Rigby
Tel: (France) + 33 (0) 5 62 96 03 72
Owners Website: Click here
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