Gite and Cottage in the Heart of the Pyrenees with Use of Pool
Nestled in the Corbiere Valley Surrounded by Majestic Mountain Views
Gite Sleeps 8 (4 Bedrooms), Cottage Sleeps 2
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Spacious 4 bedroom gite and 1 bedroom cottage, with superb mountain views. Use of a large mature garden and swimming pool. Sun terrace with seating to enjoy a relaxed and tranquil holiday. Outdoor sports, including skiing, climbing, walking and cycling are all within easy reach. Situated close to the Prehistoric Park and Grotte de Niaux. Local markets inc Foix and Mirepoix are interesting and worth visiting to obtain local products.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 7 January 2012 - 22 June 2012 | €600 | 7 | ||
| 23 June 2012 - 7 September 2012 | €850 | 7 | ||
| 8 September 2012 - 14 December 2012 | €600 | 7 | ||
| 15 December 2012 - 4 January 2013 | €850 | 7 |
The Cottage Prices
| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 7 January 2012 - 22 June 2012 | €350 | 2 | ||
| 23 June 2012 - 7 September 2012 | €400 | 2 | ||
| 8 September 2012 - 14 December 2012 | €350 | 2 | ||
| 15 December 2012 - 4 January 2013 | €400 | 2 |
Changeover day
Changeover day is generally a Saturday. Out of the main school holiday periods arrival on other days may be possible. Arrival is after 4pm and departure no later than 10am.
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The Cottage
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The cottage is completely separate from the main gite and stands in its own south facing garden which runs down to the pool and river. It has a south facing balcony on the front of the cottage which is accessed via french doors from the lounge. The balcony has an electric sun shade which can be rolled out when it is really hot. A very large porch (which is ideal for storing coats and boots) leads in to the lounge which is approx 4.5 metres by 5 metres. The lounge has a comfy settee which converts into a double bed, tile and sisal flooring, satellite TV for French and UK television, DVD/CD player. There is a separate kitchen with cooker, hob, sink and fridge. The main bedroom has a king size bed and is on the east side of the cottage so it gets the morning sun. The cottage has a shower room (also contains a washing machine) and a separate WC. |
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Notes on accommodation
Although the owners live above the gite, it is completely private, looking on to a child friendly, large garden. The cottage is completely separate from the main house.
Accessibility
The gite is all on one level, with no stairs or steps to reach the garden.
Outside
Situated in idyllic surroundings with breath taking mountain views. The 1.8 acre garden is planted with mature fruit trees and shrubs and runs down to the La Corbiere (a premier category trout fishing river). The 10m x 5m size swimming pool and garden are shared with the owners and completely accessible. The terrace has table, chairs and a parasol provided, allowing plenty of time to soak up the magnificent surroundings.
Coast/Beach
One and a half hour car journey takes you through beautiful countryside to the Mediterranean coast for a day's excursion.
Golf
Situated in the heart of the Ariège pyrenees in a setting of exceptional beauty, the Ariège Golf Club which was designed by Michel Gayon, offers an eighteen hole golf course of astonishing variety that combines both agreable playing conditions and which is also technically demanding.
There is also six hole short course that serves as a pitch and putt. A practice area is available with twenty-six mats of which six are weather-protected. An approach green can be found in the practice area and a putting green is next to the clubhouse.
A professional is on hand for your first golf lesson, lessons for intermediate and more experienced players.
The Ariege Golf Club is 40k from Surba... It takes about 45 minutes to get there.
Skiing
The Ariege is the perfect spot to enjoy skiing at various locations including Ax les 3 Domains downhill station to smaller family orientated Ascou and Gauthier. At Plateau de Beille, there are opportunities to try dog sledging and snowshoeing. Beille is the largest cross country ski resort in France. To relax and unwind after an energetic day, you can visit one of the many thermal spas in the area. In particular, the new Couloubret Roman Bath in Ax-les-Thermes is well worth a visit.
Special interest holidays
Week long Iyengar Yoga retreats are offered. Daily sessions are led by a fully qualified Iyengar Yoga teacher.
Legs feeling sore after a long day in the mountains? Book a session of rejuvenating massage... Your host holds an internationally recognised qualification in Holistic Massage... Perfect for helping speed recovery after a day spent skiing, walking, cycling or mountain biking.
Travel
Flying with Easy Jet, BA or KM to Toulouse and Ryanair to Carcassonne area both easily within an hour and a quarter. Car hire is available from both and is highly recommended to enjoy the wide variety of local attractions. There is a direct rail link to Toulouse from Tarascon. Tarascon is also on the main road to Andorra and Spain.
Distances
Our nearest town is Tarascon-sur-Ariege and is 5 minutes away by car. The capital of the Ariege is the historic town of Foix, which is about 15 minutes away. Toulouse is about an hour away as is Andorra.
Further details
The gite provides the perfect location to enjoy the variety of activities available in the area. These range from cycling, thermal springs, rock climbing and history through to many winter sports. Ariège has a host of opportunities for the active minded including canoeing, water-skiing and hiking. You can even hire a donkey or llama to carry your bags. Given the beautiful landscape with its mountains and lakes you are surrounded by nature and wildlife. While walking you can experience the magnificent Pyrenean flowers and butterflies as well as catch sight of marmots and vultures. There is a wolf reserve at Ax-les-Therme and an eagle display at Lordat as well as many pony trekking and fishing opportunities. This part of the Ariege often hosts Tour de France stages with many summits nearby. For cyclists keen on lesser gradients there are many lovely valleys to explore with mountain bike and road bike hire readily available. The surrounding area is well known for its caves and grottes. Lombrives is the largest in Europe. Labouiche has an underground river with boat trips. Niaux has the world renowned prehistoric cave paintings. There are many castles to explore, some linked to the Cathar religion such as Montsegur and Roquefixade. No visit to the Ariege would be complete without sampling the wonderful local cuisine and visiting the markets to sample the local cheeses, sausage and honey. Ariege likes to party and has many fetes and festivals throughout the year such as the Foix Jazz Festival and the Latin American Music Festival that takes place in July each year at Tarascon.
Booking notes
A 25% deposit is required at the time of booking with the balance to be paid at least 8 weeks (56 days) before the start of the let.
Guest comments
'Thanks for sharing your small part of Eden on Earth' - Mark, Dean and Craig (Cyclists visiting from China and the UK).
'The hospitality, accommodation and weather were superb... A fun and relaxing holiday' - The Gregorys, UK.
'Lovely place, lovely people and great hosts'- The Freers... UK.
Owner profile
About the owner
La Hasta first started to welcome guests in 2007 and is owned and run by Sam and Helen Smith... With a love for the outdoor life and the traditions and culture of the Ariège region, we are well placed to advise you on how to get the best out of your stay in the French Pyrenees. As well as being a keen climber and mountaineer, Sam is also a qualified Iyengar Yoga teacher, holistic massage therapist and accomplished musician. Helen is a keen traveller and has lived and worked all over the world... We both enjoy cycling and skiing in our new-found mountain home.
For booking and further information
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Helen and Sam Smith
Tel: (France) + 33 561 055 992
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