3 bedroom farmhouse near Escot, Nr. Oloron Ste Marie, Pyrenees Atlantiques, Aquitaine
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Mountain Farmhouse, Wonderful Views
Freshly Restored, Exceptional Location
Sleeps 6/8 (3 Bedrooms)
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’Mail Arrouy’, the Bearnaise, for Red Mountain, is named for the rugged mountain in the National park behind the farm's 18 acres of private meadow. Wild boar, deer and badgers roam the land amidst ever changing wildflowers, and rare and exotic birds pass the big terrace at eye level! Bring your binocs! Just off the Col de Marie Blanc, well known to cyclists and Tour de France fans, the house overlooks a half dozen farms below, having exceptional mountain views in all directions. While completely private, there are villages nearby where fine local produce can be found in the shops and markets, and local farmers sell their delicious sheeps' and goats' cheeses on the doorstep on the "Route de Fromage". For lovers of outdoor pursuits such as walking, cycling, climbing, river sports, riding, fishing or paragliding for the brave, there is no shortage of opportunity. The historic and intriguing city of Oloron is 20 minutes away, with all the facilities you could need.
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| Rental periods | |
| 1 March - 31 May 2008 | £450 |
| 1 June - 12 September 2008 | £600 |
| 13 September - 19 December 2008 | £450 |
| 20 December - 3 January 2009 | £600 |
| 3 January - 28 February 2009 | £500 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK Pounds.
There is a charge of 10 euros ahead for linen, towels, table linen etc, and beds made up f or those who require it.
Changeover day
Normally flexible, but I'll be as flexible as I possibly can.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | East facing bedroom has a double and a single bed. South facing bedroom has a double and a single bed. West facing bedroom has a double and a single bed. |
| Bathrooms: | Bathroom has bath with shower over, basin and toilet. |
| Kitchen: | The kitchen is equipped with a gas cooker, fridge, dishwasher, microwave and everything you'll need. |
| Utility Room: | The large utility room/cloakroom has washing machine and dryer, downstairs toilet and sink. |
| Living Rooms: | There is a very large living room (about 33ft by 20ft) with dining and seating areas, featuring 2 fireplaces, 1 with an open hearth, the other a log burner with the door to the ancient bread oven. The French doors lead to the large south facing terrace. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Should you require sheets, towels etc and beds made up for your arrival, there's a charge of 10 euros a head. The house will be clean and fresh on arrival. Cots, highchairs available at no extra cost. If the house is left tidy, there are no extra costs. |
Notes on accommodation
There are CD and DVD players.
All the water for the house comes from a private mountain spring and is better than any you could buy!
Plenty of paperbacks in the house.
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge,
- microwave,
- dishwasher,
- washing machine,
- tumble dryer,
- iron/ironing board,
- tv,
- central heating,
- cot,
- high chair,
- barbecue,
- pets accepted
Accessibility
The house is entered up several steps, and all bedrooms are on the first floor.
Outside
The farm sits in the middle of 7 hectares of lovely mountain pasture, where wild flowers and herbs abound. Approached along 350 yards of private driveway, its entirely safe for children. The generous south facing terrace can be accessed from the garden or the living room. there is a table, chairs and a bench and barbecue for outdoor meals, and a big parasol.
The garden is fenced and there is a swing and hammock in the fallen walnut tree.
A grassy path leads from the garden for a shady stroll down to a spring amongst the trees. There's also a charming natural water feature that splashes spring water into the big drinking trough (no longer used!) behind the house.
Coast/Beach
About 1 1/2 hours to the coast, there are several well known surfing beaches as well as calmer waters, and the glamorous city of Biarritz, well worth a day trip.
Skiing
There are several ski resorts in the area, notably Gourette and Pierre St Martin, both within about 35 - 40 mins. Both have all the resources one would expect, and there is more information on our website.
Travel
Pau airport (cheap flights with Ryanair among others) 3/4 hour. Good train access from Pau (TGV from Paris to Toulouse, fast trains to Pau).
Car necessary, cheap deals available with Ryanair amongst others.
Distances
Escot village is 5 mins away by car. The nearest shops and restaurants are in Sarrance, a charming village 3 mins from Escot. Oloron is about 20 mins away, charming historic city with every facility. Good restaurants, excellent weekly market, 2 historic cathedrals. Pau, 45 mins, lovely sophisticated and historic city, great shopping! Several charming mountain villages well worth visiting.
Further details
For Tour de France fans, the house is perfectly placed. The tour passes the end of the lane 3 years out of 4, a very good spot to watch even for newcomers! Also popular with you keen cycling folk.
Fishing is regarded as exceptional in the area, both salmon and trout in the local streams and rivers, and the mountain lakes.
Walks here have been described as the best in Europe, you only need to step out of the front door for a short stroll or hire a guide for long, well guided expeditions on foot or horseback.
There's a very good paragliding school 20 minutes away, or one can glide or take a scenic flight over the mountains from Oloron aerodrome.
The area is renowned for gourmet food, both from its shops and markets and at its restaurants.
There are many cultural and sporting events in the area, such as pelotte and other Basque games, lovely traditional singing dance and music festivals and the days of Transhumance, when hundreds of animals bearing their bells are moved by foot through the villages to the mountain pastures, an impressive event. Please visit our website below for more information and pictures.
Booking notes
There is a deposit (normally of £100) to secure any booking, paid into our UK bank account and always acknowledged on receipt by email. The balance is paid 2 weeks before arrival, at the latest.
For booking and further information
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