15th Century Watermill with Three Gites, a perfect destination for sun or snow
Boasting 300 days with Sunshine Per Year, a Tranquil Location, with Stunning Mountain Scenery
1 and 2 Bedroom Gites
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La Scierie is a renovated water-powered saw mill on the banks of the River Arget in. La Scierie makes an excellent base for exploring the regions' historical Cathar sites, and a perfect choice for outdoor activities in summer and winter. There are abundant walks and cycle paths, for climbers the Ariege climb sites are quiet and easily accessible, and ski resorts are only a short drive away. A quiet municipal pool 30m away is open during July and August. The gites are situated on the South side of the Mill House, and benefit from wireless internet access. Each gite has its own independent patio and garden area with patio furniture and BBQ. The mill is set in three acres of beautiful river bordered land with lots of secluded seating areas to allow guests to completely relax.
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| Rental periods | Gallery Gite | Studio | Mill Gite |
| October - April 2010 | £350 | £250 | £300 |
| May / June 2010 | £400 | £300 | £350 |
| July / August 2010 | £475 | £350 | £425 |
| September 2010 | £400 | £300 | £350 |
| Christmas / New Year weeks 2010 | £425 | £325 | £375 |
Notes on prices
Prices listed are for a one week rental in sterling.
Payment is accepted in either Euros or £'s Sterling. A 20% discount is available for a group booking of all three gites. Towels and luxury bed linen are included in the price.
Changeover day
Our preferred changeover day in is Saturday during July and August (other arrival days accepted the rest of the year) with an arrival time of 4pm, and departure of 10am. Out of season short term lets are available on request.
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The Studio
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The south facing patio area for the studio is a wonderful suntrap with a weeping willow providing areas of shade. The studio gite makes perfect accommodation for a couple. The large bed sitting room contains a double bed, sofa, and dining table to seat two. There is a DVD player, a CD and radio. A galley kitchen runs off the main room. The kitchen has a double hob, fridge freezer, and is equipped with all the cutlery, crockery and glassware you need for a self-catering break. The large bathroom has recently been refitted and contains a spa shower, sink and toilet. Cleaning/linen: Kitchen and bed linen and towels are included in the rental. For bookings of more than one week cleaning and fresh linen are provided on the Friday. |
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The Mill Gite
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The Mill Gite benefits from a dual south and east aspect allowing guests to enjoy the best of the early morning sun. The large open plan living space overlooks the mill stream and is eqipped with woodburning stove, armchairs, dining room table, and a kitchen area. There is a DVD player, a CD and radio. The kitchen area contains a gas hob with oven, and a fridge with small freezer compartment. The kitchen is equipped with all the cutlery, crockery and glassware you need for a self-catering break. The bedroom conatins a double bed and benefits from a en-suite bathroom. A cot is available on request. The bathroom has been refitted this year with a large shower, sink and toilet. Cleaning/linen: Kitchen and bed linen and towels are included in the rental. For bookings of more than one week cleaning and fresh linen are provided on the Friday. |
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Notes on accommodation
La Scierie is a converted water-powered saw mill and as such has numerous areas of open water within the grounds and close by, this should be taken into consideration by anyone booking with small children.
Outside
A 200m long trout filled mill stream flows under the main house and through the gardens where it is dammed to form a natural fresh water plunge pool prior to re-joining the main river. For guests wanting to swim rather than 'plunge' there is a quiet community pool only 30m from our front entrance, open during July and August.
Our free ranging chickens, and Donald and Daisy Duck add to the charm, and their antics can keep you amused for hours!
A converted barn within the grounds is set up as a games room for use by guests. The adjoining terrace with garden and river views makes a lovely place to enjoy an evening drink.
Coast/Beach
It is possible to enjoy a day trip to the coast from Le Scierie, with the Mediterranean towns of Narbonne and Perpignan two hours east and Biarritz and Bayonne on the Atlantic a three hours drive due west.
Golf
Golf de l'Ariege is a 25 min drive away. For full details please see www.seronais.com
Skiing
The Pyrenees offers beautiful mountain ranges with dramatic scenery and a very real 'French' atmosphere.
Many resorts are located in the heart of the Pyrenees, tucked away in French spa villages with great skiing for all abilities, rivalling many of the French alpine resorts, but without the longer lift queues and higher prices!
There are a number of ski-stations within a 45-minute drive (or train journey) from La Mouline.
Staying in accommodation below the snow line maiximises the enjoyment of a winter holiday as one can enjoy trekking in the often-mild sunny winter climate while taking a break from the colder higher slopes.
Cross-country skiing is also easily available in the Ariegé. The more well known stations include Le Plateau de Beille only a short drive away.
Special interest holidays
The Mill owner is a qualified sports massage therapist and operates a therapy room from the main house. Guests can benefit from an essential oil massage to help them relax into the holiday spirit, or a more intense sports massage to relieve any aching muscles following a day of outdoor activity. Nature lovers will find an abundance of wildlife to view in and around the La Scierie gardens, examples spotted include; Butterflies - Silver Washed Frittilary, Queen of Spain Frittilary, Southern White Admiral, Red Admiral, Comma, and Great Banded Grayling; Birds - Great Spotted Woodpecker, Green Woodpecker, Spotted Flycatcher, Tree Creeper, Nuthatch, Yellow Wagtail, Merlin, Kingfisher.
Travel
Car hire is recommended.
Toulouse Airport is a 1 hour drive.
Carcassone Airport is a 1 hour drive.
Distances
A local bar is a minutes walk, and a boulangerie/alimentation is a 7 min walk.
Foix, the regional capital, with its numerous bars and restaurants is a 10 min drive away.
Further details
The Ariegé region offers a huge variety of ancient ruins and caves. Within a short car trip from our accommodation one can visit a large number of Cathar ruins, which are open all year round. Several prehistoric caves with cave paintings are also within similar distance. The underground river at Labouiche is a mere 8 km from Foix. Quiet mountain passes accessible through picturesque winding roads with splendid views of the Pyrenean peaks are plentiful. A one-hour drive to the east the fortress at Carcassonne the worlds largest preserved 11th century town provides an excellent day trip. The southern French city of Toulouse is a one-hour drive to the north and is always worth a visit. For duty free shopping Andorra is approximately an hour's drive to the south, and Lourdes is less than two hours drive to the west.
Booking notes
A 20% deposit is payable at time of booking, with full payment due six weeks prior to your holiday.
Guest comments
"Great place, great setting, great hosts! We'll definitely come again" P YEOMAN - LONDON
"Absolutely perfect - both in setting and location. We've had a much needed break, and couldn't have imagined anywhere else we'd rather spend it" Veitch - Crawley
"A superb studio and setting. Difficult to get the ballance right between visiting the many amazing historical sites and just 'chilling' in the garden. We really enjoyed our stay and plan to return" J BRAND - WILTSHIRE
For booking and further information
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Jenny & Tony Hatchard
Tel: (France) + 33 561 027 223
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