Belesta holiday bed and breakfast rental with walking, balcony/terrace, gym, rural retreat

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Joli-Jardin (bed and breakfast)

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Our well established chambres d'hotes has 4 pretty bedrooms, and self contained self catering,spacious apartment(17479)with 3 bedrooms next door, (all WIFI)are part of a large old 18th Century Relais de Poste with 15 rooms! Just 15 minutes from Chateau de Montsegur and 25 minutes from Mirepoix, and on the famous Route of the Cathares. Hearty, quality evening meals available, do let us know in advance please. Close to Monts d'Olmes with excellent family skiing at very reasonable prices,*and we can get substantial discounts for you,outside school holidays for 5 days Monday-Friday ski passes.Make sure you let us know!

All our bedrooms are comfortably furnished and are spacious. We are WIFI so you can keep in touch with home or work . You can be assured of a good breakfast. Excellent value and very comfortable accommodation.
Whether you are house hunting or climbing mountains, skiing, walking,motor cycling or visiting Cathar castles or Andorra or Spain we are ideally situated.
This area is a paradise for walkers, lovers of history,cyclists and motor bikers. We have garage parking for cycles and motor bikes.

There are many water activities within 30 mins or so, and excellent skiing in the winter too.There are caves and dinasaur parks,boat trips, kyaking & karting all nearby.
So we have lots to see and do here in SW France and we will look after you very well, and you have the advantage of glorious weather too.
So if you want a peaceful break, or a walking holiday, skiing or an historical trip to Cathar castles, in a comfortable bed and breakfast, this is the place to come!

Pretty double bedroom 1st floor with garden view	Twin bedded room with antique brass bedsteads
Again,antique brass bedsteads, 3' and 4'	view of part of the terrace

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The Midi-Pyrenees / Ariege region

This area has been described as "a walkers' paradise" and that is so very true, but whether walking, climbing a mountain, sitting by a lake, dipping your toes into the water, you will love this quiet,rural area and its lovely varied scenery.We even have the International Karting Centre about 15 mins away.
Why not have Christmas and or New Year in the pretty little village of Belesta, which nestles at the foothills of the magnificent Pyrenees, close to Ski Station Monts d'Olmes for really reasonably priced skiing in late December to March.
Then of course you have everything coming to life with the approach of spring, and the fields which look like velvet and the spring lambs etc. Of course summer is normally gorgeous weather, and lovely fresh air too, everyone sleeps very well here as the mountain air is so clean, and of course you have wonderful fields of sunflowers just like the Picasso painting. In Autumn the wonderful colours of the trees as they change and the weather can be still very good right up to Christmas and beyond. The days are shorter but you could have sunshine or showers. This is why this region is go beautiful and green, because we have the seasons. We get very little snow here in Belesta as we are at only 500 m and our roads stay virtually clear. So whatever time of year and whatever you are wanting from a holiday , then you can usually find it within 30 mins or so by car from here.

If you want to get away from it all, the Midi-Pyréenés is the largest official region of France, offering stunning vistas, good summer weather and a unique and very varied landscape.Fontestorbes Intermittent fountain is just one of six in the world , and during the summer months, the flow stops every 30 mins or so and you are able to walk through into the caves beyond,so it is a good attraction in the village. Hopefully next year there will also be a park area for bikes and climbing etc, just next to the Fountain just two minutes from here.The ski resorts at Mont D'Olmes offers an economical alternative to those of the French Alps, and this area is dotted with thermal resorts.
Monts D'Olmes is a family ski resort just 30-40 mins away, with a bus service from a nearby village.

We have a massive "vide grenier" (loft sale) here on 1st November so if you love looking at lots of bargains there are usually more than 200 stalls to see. This is held during the Pumpkin Festival, 29-30-31 October and 1st November. There is always some thing going on and lots to see and do then.

You have everything you want here, sunshine, glorious scenery, lavender fields,sunflower fields, lots of historic interest, (the Route of the Cathares, the famous Chateau of Montsegur). Rennes le Chateau, Lagarde, Leran, Montbel,Foix, Mirepoix, Ax le Thermes, Luzenac, even the Millau bridge is just three hours away, so you can see we are very centrally situated, and Carcasonne Airport is just 45 mins away, and Toulouse and Perpignan Airports both 1 hr 30 mins away, so you have an excellent choice of cheap flights to take advantage of.

Should you wish to drive , it takes approx 10 hours from the Dover ferry crossing and is a very straightforward route.

Belesta area

In Belesta, we have most of the things you would need,restaurants/bars, the bank, post office, cash machine,chemist, butcher, baker, supermarket etc are all within minutes of our chambres d'hotes.
The International Karting Centre is just 15 minutes away by car .
We have very reasonably priced skiing is at the Ski Station at Monts d'Olmes, about 1/3 of the price of other ski resorts-so it is ideal for families. There is a daily bus service from the next town to the ski station.

In the summer a relaxing trip to Lac Montbel or Puivert Lake is a must - very quiet and natural areas.
You can climb mountains, visit gorges or chateaux, take a trip in a microlite or go karting, rafting in fact most things are within easy reach for your holiday. It is such a beautiful area with mountains and forests and little villages to explore. The wonderful scenery changes with the seasons so we are open for visitors all the year round. We are ideally situated for walking, skiing, fishing ,house hunting or just having a well earned rest! There is so much to see, and you will enjoy the break from the pressures of work and and home.

Just 15 minutes from the International Karting Circuit, also on the famous Route of the Cathars, we are centrally situated to explore this lovely area. We have Fonstestorbes Intermittent Fountain, one of about only 6 in the world, which,during the summer months, stops about every 30 minutes and you are able to walk actually inside the caves, so this a a great attraction just outside Belesta village.

There are just so many places to see in this region; here are just a few ideas:
Monts d'Olmes is just about 40 mins away and has good facilities for families wishing to ski.

Mirepoix: there is a very busy market on a Monday in this medieval city . Mirepoix dates back to the 12c and there are still the wooden "covers" with magnificent carvings to see.

There are lots to do in the area, for all age groups. from the Prehistoric Park to canoeing, from train trips to underground river trips. There are so many chateaux and castles, you will be spoilt for choice. There are many markets to visit and festivals and brocantes to see and you must not miss the "vide greniers" the equivalent of a carboot sale all of which are in easy reach of this central location.
We are on the historic Route of the Cathars.The Castle at Montsegur should not to be missed and there are lovely lakes to visit and mountains to climb. This area is a paradise for walkers, cyclists, motor cyclists, families of all ages , and everyone who wants to "get away from it all" and just relax with a wander around and a glass (or 2 )of wine .

Only a short distance away(90mins) are Spain or Andorra with its famous duty free shopping! Another lovely place to visit is Ax les Thermes on the way to Andorra, where there is a natural spa too. You are only 20 mins away from beautiful Lac Montbel with its little beach, and only 90 mins away from beautiful Canet Plage on the coast. So you can see, whatever you want to do, it is here waiting for you.

Belesta village has a bank, a post office with cash machine, butchers, bakers, chemist, greengrocers, and a supermarket and also a garage, all of which are essential to make that holiday easy rather than a chore. There are twoo bars, most important, and both have small restaurants. Within 10-15 mins in the car there are a good choice of local restaurants to suit every taste, either open air by a lake (which is great in the summer) or a traditional restaurant and prices are still very reasonable in this area, again most important when you have a family.

Come and see us and you will see what I mean.

How to get there

Ryanair fly to Carcassonne Airport which is just 45 minutes by car.
Flights also available into Toulouse and Perpignan both about 90 mins away. Which ever route you take, the scenery is wonderful.
From Carcassone airport; turn right out of the airport D119 to Mirepoix; then take the D625 to Lavelanet,and then the D117 to Belesta and we are just on your right as you get into the town.

Activities near Belesta

Facilities

Further details indoors:
In our friendly bed and breakfast,with evening meals available as well, we have four delightful, bright and nicely furnished, very comfortable rooms and We have a large and pretty garden where you can relax with your evening drinks after a long day exploring. Fantastic skiing 30 mins away at Monts D'Olmes
We are easily accessed from Carcassonne or Perpignan Airports(Ryanair) and Toulouse Airport (Easyjet or British Airways. By road we are approximately 90 mins from Toulouse, 50 mins from Carcassonne.

On our first floor we have the following: a large and bright (15m2) double bedroom with an original wooden floor facing the garden; and another very comfortable , nicely decorated bedroom (20m2)which has two single beds and also a double bed settee as well,if required. On this floor there is a Shower room, with w/c and wash basin and bidet.
On the second floor there is a really big and comfortable room (25m2)which has two single beds and another original wooden floor; and a second big bedroom (20m2) with 3 singles beds in it and this room has an old brick floor. Again on this floor is a shower room with w/c. and basin.
All the rooms have good quality bedding and are nicely decorated and are clean bright and airy.

We also have a self catering two storey apartment in the house next door for 2-6 people,property number 17479. So quite large parties can be accommodated for special events or weddings.
So you will see that we have very versatile accommodation and whatever you want we can usually provide it.

There are tea making facilities and hairdryers in all rooms and towels and all linen are provided.
Secure parking available if required.
Nous avons quatre joli chambres sur deux etages, avec deux salle d'eau et w/c. Les prix est 45-55 euros par nuit for deux persons, avec le petite dejeuner (pas petite!).
Garage parking available for motor bikes and cycles.

Further details outdoors:
Secure Garage parking if required for bicycles, motor bikes.
In our large garden with 4 lawns and a terrace area, we have tables, chairs, and sunbeds and umbrellas etc. all that you require for that relaxing summer holiday glass of wine or two in the evening. The garden can be used by both bed and breakfast and apartment guests and of couse ourselves.
We have a selection of board games, darts, even croquet if you prefer! etc. after a busy day exploring.We have outside a little games room with step machine and a step bike and another exercise bike and some little weights, and so you wont miss the gym! Dartboard in there too!

Further details

Prices quoted are for two people in one bedroom including breakfasts per night (45 or 50 euros) depending on time of year.
Single occupancy 35-40 euros per per night including breakfast.
Extra person in bedroom just 15 euros each.
We are happy to provide evening meals please advise when booking if required on 1st night- good 2 or 3 courses and wine for just 14-18 euros per person.
Deposit is required when confirming booking please.
We are non-smoking, but have no objection to smoking in the garden area.
Contact us from UK land line just 3p per minute on 0844 232 7063 or email using the form below or visit our website, details of which can be found in the Contact Owner section of this advertisement.
Spend Christmas & New Year in the Midi Pyrenees, lovely area, with ever changing scenery and skiing close by.

Conditions

If you require a meal on your first night, please advise when booking and let us know if there is anything you dont eat!
SMoking is not allowed inside the property
Special Christmas and New Year deals available, please request prices when booking.

Rental rates

Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Oct-Dec for 2 persons	13 Oct 09	20 Dec 09	199£ 178	4540	4540	1 Night
Xmas & New Year for 2	20 Dec 09	3 Jan 10	250£ 223	5045	5045	1 Night
Jan-March Skiing for 2	3 Jan 10	28 Mar 10	199£ 178	4540	4540	1 Night
April -May 2 persons	28 Mar 10	23 May 10	199£ 178	4540	4540	1 Night
24 May-26 June	23 May 10	27 Jun 10	220£ 196	4540	4540	1 Night

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

Special Late Deal : from 20 November -18 December-

7 nights for 2 people including breakfast £150 (170 euros pour deux persons avec leur p.d.)

thats just £75 each! Evening meals available too 3 good courses -18 euros each including wine. Children 10 euros. Two course meals available for just 12 euros including wine.

All prices are quoted in euros,for a bedroom for two people, and include excellent breakfasts.

Book before end of November:

Special early booking offer 10% off list price above for an extra special CHristmas and New Year in the Midi Pyrenees.Get away from it all and let us look after you. Ideal if you are on your own and would like a Christmas away from home. There are Christmas markets to visit and the winter scenery is fantastic.

Special evening meals if required too so email for menus and prices and availability.

The rest of the year evening meals available too,just 18 euros for 3 courses including your wine. Just to give you an idea:soup or salad starter, salmon or chicken,pork or beef main couse with vegetables, and a lovely dessert to finish and your wine is included too.

3 and 4 night breaks available, just contact us.

We have four charming bedrooms so ideal for familes or groups of friends.

Each additional person or child in your room is just 15 euros.

Single occupancy 40-45 euros per night including breakfast (High Season-July&August-Christmas&New Year 45 euros)

Special cheap rate telephone call from UK 0844 232 7063(no other code required)

or 0044 (0)5 61 01 28 55 for any help or information you require.

We also have a self contained,self catering,apartment for 2-6 people next door:property number 17479 .

Guestbook for Joli-Jardin

We were made very welcome and had good sized rooms with comfortable beds, got a good nights sleep, excellent breakfasts and evening meals.Spanish family summer 2008

We did not know this area, and were so pleased to have booked at Joli Jardin because we had lots of help with where to go and what to do which is important and made our holiday great. We came with friends and we all enjoyed our stay here and will come again very soon. English couples September 2008

Had a fabulous winter break over CHristmas and New Year 2008 and took the kids skiing for the firsts time and everyone loved it and we will be back. Irish family 2008/9

So much to see here, chateaux, lakes, mountains, its got it all, all year round and excellent accommodation made for a lovely family holiday. Such a restful relaxing holiday. April 2009

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