Holiday cottage near Historic Fortified Town
Quiet Village near to Large River
Sleeps 6 (3 Bedrooms)
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La Conciergerie was originally the gate house for the adjacent chateau in the small village of Méritein. It stands in the grounds of the chateau, but is now a separate house with a large mature garden. It has three bedrooms and can comfortably sleep six people. Meritein is in the heart of the 'Béarn', a region next to the Basque country in the West, just north of the Pyrénées. Méritein is a 15 minute walk to Navarrenx, a small fortified town on the banks of the 'Gave d'Oloron' a large river hosting the annual World Salmon Fishing Championships. In 2010 the Tour de France passes just 15 minutes away on it's way up to Bordeaux.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 7 January 2012 - 24 March 2012 | €600 | - | ||
| 24 March 2012 - 26 May 2012 | €725 | - | ||
| 26 May 2012 - 15 September 2012 | €875 | - | ||
| 15 September 2012 - 3 November 2012 | €725 | - | ||
| 3 November 2012 - 22 December 2012 | €600 | - | ||
| 22 December 2012 - 5 January 2013 | €725 | - |
Changeover day
Saturday is changeover day.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Large main bedroom with exposed beams, original double French wooden bed and wooden floor. Bedroom 2 has a wooden double bed. Bedroom 3 with two single solid wood beds with a view over the garden. |
| Bathrooms: | The bathroom has a walk-in shower with a base made from pebbles from the nearby river. It has a WC and wash basin. |
| Kitchen: | The large kitchen has fitted, modern cupboards with a large cooker, extractor, double ceramic sink and everything you would expect to make delicious meals. There is a large solid oak farm table easily big enough to sit 8 people. |
| Utility Room: | The fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher are kept in here along with a microwave, ironing board and cleaning things. |
| Living Rooms: | Large lounge with sofa, armchairs, coffee table, wood-burner, ADSL TV, Wi-Fi, DVD player and CD player. Light and airy, there are French doors out onto the covered terrace. |
| Other: | Downstairs 'cloakroom' with WC and wash basin. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Towels and linen are all included, changed each week. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge/freezer fridge microwave dishwasher washing machine iron/ironing board cable tv tv internet access central heating cot barbecue |
| Suitability: | pets accepted |
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Notes on accommodation
There are two wood burners, one in the lounge, one in the kitchen. There is also electric central heating in the winter.
Outside
The garden is large and backs onto the neighbouring chateau grounds. There is a BBQ, covered terrace and a vegetable garden. Large wooden outside table seating up to ten people with extra parasol available.
Coast/Beach
The surfer's paradises of Biarritz, Bayonne and Anglet on the Atlantic coast are all about an hour's drive from here.
Golf
There are several golf courses in Pau, about 40km away, but nearer ones in Salies de Béarn at about 20km.
Skiing
We are 60 minutes to the top of La Pierre St Martin in the Pyrénées where you can enjoy alpine skiing as well as 'ski de fond'.
Travel
Pau Pyrénées airport is 40km away and Biarritz about an hour (60km) from here. Both are served by Ryanair from the UK and Ireland.
Distances
Navarrenx, the first fortified town built in France is a ten minute walk. The 'Gave d'Oloron', a large salmon and trout fishing river is also a short walk away. We are on the 'Chemin de St Jacques de Compostelle' pilgrim walk from northern Spain.
Further details
All amenities are to be found in Navarrenx including banks, restaurants, bars, local shops, an art gallery, office de tourisme, rafting and caneoing etc. There is a horse riding centre about 3 km away, also a paragliding and flying base.
Booking notes
We would like a deposit of 30% on booking with the balance due 6 weeks before the start of the holiday. If you book within 6 weeks of your holiday the full amount is payable then. A damage deposit of 250.00 euros (refundable) is also required.
All prices are per week and are from Saturday to Saturday. You can arrive from 4pm on the Saturday and you must vacate by 10am the following Saturday. All prices are quoted are for the entire house, per week.
Guest comments
A fantastic introduction to this beautiful area. We have had a fabulous holiday staying at 'La Conciergerie'. We really enjoyed relaxing in the garden, watching the squirrels after a day's sightseeing. The road between Oloron and St Jean Pied de Port is not to be missed as the scenery is breathtakingly spectacular. We have had great food and wine and would recommend the 'Auberge Claverie' in Audaux, the 'Taverne St Jacques' in Navarrenx and the experience of visiting Bernadette at the 'Auberge du Bois' (one never forgotten!). Thank you Lindy and David for your hospitality and the home touches - all has been appreciated greatly. We certainly would recommend 'La Conciergerie' to anyone who wanted to holiday in a quality home in a beautiful, friendly area. Thank you. Karen and Terry Beaumont, September 2010
We very much enjoyed our stay. Peaceful and impeccably decorated. Beautiful big garden.Would certainly recommend it. Many Thanks. Susanna and Kaz, September 2008
Owner profile
About the owner
We both come from design backgrounds, David is a Graphic designer and illustrator and I'm a costume designer. We opened a small art gallery in Navarrenx in part of our home and both of us continue our creative careers. We also run a bicycle hire company from a 16th century gunpowder store near our house. We keep ourselves very busy!
Year purchased: 2006
Why the owner chose a home in this location
We moved to France in 2004 with our 9 year old daughter, to begin our new French life. We both spoke the language and fell in love with the area immediately. The people here are so warm and friendly and the proximity to the mountains and the sea makes it a perfect 'get-away ' destination. We bought 'La Conciergerie' 4 years ago with the idea to turn it into a holiday home for our parents and friends. Word abut it spread and we were soon getting enquiries from their friends too, so we decided to make it available to everyone all year round.
Unique benefits of the property
The house is just ten minutes walk from a small town with all amenities. There is a gorgeous salmon and trout fishing river where you can also swim, 5 minutes walk away.
For booking and further information
Property Ref FR3129
Contact Name:
Lindy Gander
(FRANCE) +33 0559662309
Owners Website: Click here
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