Spacious Chalet with Private Garden, Idyllic Retreat in Heart of French Pyrenees
Secluded Location, 10 Minutes from Skiing and Other Mountain Activities
Sleeps 8 (4 Bedrooms + Cot)
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Chalet Hay is a beautiful chalet set in a quarter of an acre of south facing garden, secluded but not isolated. Chalet Hay is a traditional style French mountain grange, over 400 years old and lovingly restored to a superb mountain retreat with wonderful views.It is perfectly located for all mountain holidays whatever the season. In the spring, summer and autumn the area is famous for fantastic walking and cycling, the pinnacle of which sees the Tour de France pass by the Chalet in July. Every mountain activity is available including canyoning, walking, golf, cycling, mountain biking, fishing, horse riding, rafting and paragliding. Families are well catered for, many activities are child friendly, the Chalet is extremely spacious and the garden secure. For a more relaxed holiday the area is renowned for its slow pace of life, fantastic climate, luxury spa, great food and number of places of interest. In winter it is only 10 minutes drive from the largest ski area in the French Pyrenees
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| Rental periods | Per week |
| 3 January - 31 January 2009 | £650 |
| 31 January - 28 February 2009 | £850 |
| 28 February - 27 June 2009 | £650 |
| 27 June - 5 September 2009 | £750 |
| 5 September - 19 December 2009 | £650 |
| 19 December - 2 January 2010 | £900 |
Notes on prices
Please note that our rates are based on a maximum of 8 people sharing the 4 bedroom chalet (3 x double rooms, 1 x twin, plus cot).
Weekly rentals run from Saturday to Saturday, additional nights may be available on request. For weekend rates and special requests please contact us.
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Changeover day
Saturday to Saturday preferred, however we will do our best to accommodate special requests. Guests are requested to arrive at the Chalet from 3pm on the day of arrival and leave before 11am on the day of departure.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with double bed. Bedroom 2 with double bed and cot. Bedroom 3 with double bed. Bedroom 4 with twin beds. |
| Bathrooms: | Bathroom with shower, double basins and bidet. Separate WC. |
| Kitchen: | Fully fitted and equipped with cooker, hob, fridge, microwave, bar area. |
| Utility Room: | Washing machine, dishwasher, additional fridge. |
| Living Rooms: | Large sofa, large flat screen television, DVD player, stereo (iPod compatible), real log fire. |
| Other: | Dining area with large table. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Bedlinen is included. Towels are not included. |
Notes on accommodation
Chalet Hay is very spacious making it ideal for families and groups alike. It is secluded but not isolated and superbly located within the Campan Valley.
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge,
- microwave,
- dishwasher,
- washing machine,
- iron/ironing board,
- cable tv,
- tv,
- central heating,
- cot,
- barbecue
Outside
Large private landscaped south facing enclosed garden. BBQ and seating area. Play area. Terrace. Parking for several cars.
Coast/Beach
The Atlantic coast is approximately a 2.5 hours drive and the Mediterranean coast is approximately 3.5 hours drive.
Biarritz is the closest resort on the Atlantic coast, it has fantastic sandy beaches which are renowned for their cleanliness. This is a beautiful part of France great for relaxing and for water sports.
Golf
There are 5 18 hole courses within an hours drive. The closest is in Bagneres-de-Bigorre which is only 20 minutes away. This course is an 18 hole course with stunning panoramic views of the Pyrenees. It also has a driving range, clubhouse and English speaking lessons are available.
Skiing
Only 10 minutes drive there is the Tourmalet ski area, the largest ski area in the French Pyrenees; 120km of pistes made up of 69 runs and loads of off piste skiing. Beginners can learn at La Mongie’s purpose built ski school area and practise their skills on the local green slopes. Intermediates can ski all the way to the village of Bareges which is located over the famous Col de Tourmalet pass and represents roughly 20km of skiing from one side of the domain to the other. For advanced intermediates there is plenty of challenging reds and blacks including moguls and heart-stoppingly steep blacks! For experts, free riders and tricksters the terrain park has all the kickers, half pipes and rails you need and pumps out some funky tunes! Off piste skiing is excellent and the Pic De Midi offers fantastic off-piste skiing opportunities. For the more leisurely skiers there are great restaurants in lovely sunny spots. There are also numerous other ski areas within easy reach.
Travel
By air - there are four airports within easy reach. Toulouse (2 hours by car), Biarritz (2 hours by car), Pau-Uzein (1 hour 20 mins by car), Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrenees, April to October only (1 hour by car). You can fly to one of the above airports from most UK and Ireland airports. By Road - driving to the Pyrenees is a great way of seeing France. You can also take a ferry to Bilbao and enjoy a spot of whale watching on the way!
Distances
There are many places of interest within easy reach of Chalet Hay. Below are listed some of the key attractions however there are many more to be discovered! Bagneres-de-Biggore 20 mins. Pic Du Midi 10 mins. Lourdes 40 mins. Pau 1hr. Spain 50 mins. Cirque de Gavarnie Brèche de Roland 1hr 15 mins. Chateau Mauvezin 40 mins. Tourmalet Botanical Gardens 20 mins. Pont d'Espagne 1 hr. Les Grottes de Labastide 40 mins. Grottes Préhistoriques de Gargas 40 mins.
Betharram Cave.
Further details
Below is an list of just a few of the activities that this area of the Pyrenees has to offer right on the doorstep of Chalet Hay. Walking & Hiking - There are extensive marked routes in the area including the beautiful lakes of Payolle and Lac Blu and the stunning Lesponny Valley. Laya - An adventure and assault course through the forest in the Lesponne Valley, a 30 min drive away. Tour cycling - Road routes include the famous Tour de France concore the Col du Tourmalet climb only 10 mins from the house. Mountain biking - 23 marked off road trails and 337 km of marked trails all within the surrounding area of the Chalet. Paragliding - available across the valley, tandem flights available from a number of local schools. Rafting and other white water sports. Canyoning. Tennis. Spot the manikins in the Campan village from Spring onwards. A number of driving circuits have been written to take in the beauty of the area. Fishing (including trout & salmon fishing) roughly £5/day, rivers and lakes. Horse riding. Painting and photography. Golf at Bagneres and Tarbes. Sun bathing, the Pyrenees has as many sun days as the med coast does! Climbing in Beaudan. Strolling in the old town of Bagneres. And, a whole lot more!
Booking notes
A deposit of £200 is required at the time of booking to secure your booking. Final payment is required 2 months before departure. For bookings made within 2 months of departure, full payment is required at the time of booking. We also require a refundable security deposit on all reservations of £200, this is payable with the final payment.
For booking and further information
Property Ref FR3452
Lisa Crutchley & Tristan Hay
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0)7970 736 079
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