Architect's pretty cottage in tranquil hamlet
Near Lagupie between Cordes and Najac
Sleeps 4 (2 Bedrooms)
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This pretty and beautifully restored cottage has retained its character with beamed rooms and polished wood floors. The stone walls keep it warm out of season and cool in summer. Outside there is a covered wisteria clad terrace with table to eat al fresco. Below this a sunken walled garden providing sun and shade with barbeque, table and chairs. On this level are the cellars with washing machine. Lounging chairs are provided. The hamlet is small and quiet on a minor road but only 2km from the village where there are 2 general stores, a bakers,a butchers, restaurants and bars. In summer there are fetes and markets to enjoy and river swimming nearby. It is wonderful walking country and a great base to explore this beautiful unspoiled region where birds, butterflies and orchids abound.
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Prices Currency Conversion
| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 3 March 2012 - 4 May 2012 | £225 | 7 | ||
| 5 May 2012 - 1 June 2012 | £275 | 7 | ||
| 2 June 2012 - 6 July 2012 | £350 | 7 | ||
| 7 July 2012 - 31 August 2012 | £425 | 7 | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 28 September 2012 | £350 | 7 | ||
| 29 September 2012 - 26 October 2012 | £275 | 7 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK pounds.
Linen and towels are an optional extra at £8.50 per person per week.
Fuel may be charged at cost during cooler months.
Discounts for long winter lets can be negotiated.
Changeover day
Saturday changeovers.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with double bed, wardrobe and chest of drawers. 2 windows. Polished wood floor and rugs. Bedroom 2 with twin beds, fitted wardrobe and chest of drawers and window. Beamed ceiling and polished wood floor with rugs. |
| Bathrooms: | Newly fitted bathroom with bath/shower over, wc and washbasin. |
| Kitchen: | Well equipped open plan kitchen area with work station. Electric oven and ceramic hob, fridge and microwave. |
| Utility Room: | Automatic Washing Machine, ironing board and iron. |
| Living Rooms: | Open plan room with sofas and armchairs. Coffee table. Dining table and chairs. Sideboard. This room has original beams and a tiled floor. Video and DVD players and Hi-Fi and bookshelves with a selection of books. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Linen and towels can be provided at a small extra cost (optional). These will be changed weekly unless otherwise agreed. The property will be cleaned prior to your arrival. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge microwave washing machine iron/ironing board barbecue |
| Suitability: | pets accepted |
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Notes on accommodation
Wood or a gas heater can be supplied at a small supplement.
A cot could be supplied if wanted.
Pets are welcome if well behaved.
Accessibility
The accommodation is on one level but is not really suitable for a wheelchair. Parking on the grass outside the house.
Outside
Weatherproof tiled terrace at house level with a table and chairs for dining outside.
At lower level a paved and walled small garden with table and chairs, relaxing chairs and barbeque.
A sandpit for small children can be provided.
Coast/Beach
The nearest beach is about 3 hours drive.
Golf
Riverside 18 hole golf course in the medieval town of Albi which is about 1/2 hours drive. A very pretty course near the river Tarn.
There are also courses in Toulouse and one at Rodez. A 9 hole course is at Villefranche.
Travel
Nearest airports - Toulouse 1hr 15mins. Rodez 1hr 15 mins.
Carcasone 1 hr 45 mins
The village is 20-30 minutes walk away, uphill on the return journey. A car is recommended for visiting the many lovely areas in the region.
There is a train station in the village.
Distances
The nearest village is Laguepie 2km from the hamlet
Many places of interest to visit include medieval bastides
Cordes-sur-ciel 15mins drive, Najac 15 minutes drive, St Antonin Noble Val 15 mins, Albi and Vilefranche de Rouergue 30 mins
Millau Viaduct - about 1 hr
Close also to the Tarn gorge and the Lot valley
Other towns of interest Conques, Figeac, St Cirque Lapopie, Cahors, Montauban, Rodez, Toulouse.
Further details
In Laguepie itself there are 2 small supermarkets, a butchers, a bakers, a hotel restaurant, a post office, an ironmongers, banking outlets, 3 bars, an auberge and a pizzaria. There is also a Syndicat d'Initiative in the village. The nearest larger towns, Villefranche de Rouergue and Albi, have large supermarkets, shops and markets. The area is full of medieval villages and bastide towns, old cathedrals and churches.
The confluence of the Viaur and Aveyron rivers is in the village and there is a swimming pontoon on the viaur river situated below the ancient ruined castle (beautifully floodlit at night).
Canoeing and Kayaking and horseriding are all to be had nearby.
There are good mountain biking trails here and also riverside rides
Many walking trails, PR and GR routes with stunning views, nearby. (A PR walk passes through the hamlet). This is a very peaceful area, full of wild flowers, birds and butterflies. Walking trail books and local maps are provided for guests.
Booking notes
A 25% deposit on booking is required with the balance payable 8 weeks prior to date of holiday. An additional security deposit of £100 will be held against breakages or other losses, the balance being refunded immediately after leaving.
Guest comments
"Les Noisettes has been near perfect, relaxing, peaceful, comfortable with an extra sense of total tranquility that has made our week here quite special. This feels a good place and we will return."
“Our second visit and just as lovely as last year. We’re already looking forward to our third visit – perhaps 2 weeks next time!"
“Les Noisettes is a haven of peace and tranquillity, in an otherwise mad and hectic world, set in what must be the most beautiful region of France. Splendid!”
For booking and further information
Property Ref FR4638
Contact Name:
Anita or Grahame Lees
(FRANCE) +33 565296474
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