Belesta holiday apartment rental with walking, balcony/terrace, rural retreat, TV, DVD

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Joli -Jardin (apartment)

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In the beautiful midi Pyrennees, on the famous Route of the Cathars and close to Chateau Montsegur,our lovely two storey private apartment with its own front and back door, sleeps from 2-6 and is part of an old 18th century relais de poste,built before 1750, recently renovated to a good standard with comfort and relaxation in mind.3/4 bedrooms and large sitting room on the 1st floor, and on the ground floor, good sized kitchen so plenty of room. Shower room and separate w/c also on the ground floor.Old Wooden floors, good sized rooms just right for peaceful evenings and a good nights sleep. Comfortable accommodation, and outside is a small games room, with darts, an excercise bikes and a stepper just in case you fancy a bit more exercise! So for one week, or one month or more, this could be your home from home. WIFI.
Discover this wonderfully charming area of France which is a walkers' or ramblers' paradise while enjoying unspoilt towns, and quiet tranquility and some of the best scenery in France. Great for rambling, painting, walking, skiing, biking, cycling, house hunting, or simply just relaxing, no matter the time of year. So much to do here, and so much to see,museums ,prehistoric park,dinasaur park,sub-terranian boat trip,karting,horseriding ,cycling, and so much more all in easy reach.Belesta is a safe and comfortable place where everyone speaks to you and you are made welcome.
In Belesta
Small Festival 2nd May: Big Festival Pentecost, 30th May: Vide Grenier & Pumpkin Festival November 1st

We also offer a bed and breakfast option in our other house, just next door. Please see our other advert at the bottom of this page, 14794.

double bedroom 1st floor	rear of house and part of the garden
Garden view	double bedroom again

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The Midi-Pyrenees / Ariege region

You have everything you want here, sunshine, glorious scenery, lavender fields, lots of historic interest, (the Route of the Cathares, Montsegur). We are very centrally situated. Carcasonne Airport is just 45 mins away, and Toulouse and Perpignan Airports both 1 hr 30 mins away. Should you wish to drive , it takes approx 10 hours from the Dover ferry crossing and is a very straightforward route.

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 landscape. We have excellent skiing for the family at nearby Monts d'Olmes(30 mins away) and the prices are much more reasonable than other ski resorts. Ax le Therme is about 1 hour away too.The ski resorts on the Spanish border offer an economical alternative to those of the French Alps, and this area is dotted with thermal resorts.

We are very fortunate, as we have skiing from December to March usually, and the spring and autumn are lovely times here and the summer is excellent as you have brilliant weather, but not the humidity as we are close to the mountains.

Belesta area

Belesta has a chemist, bank, post office with cash machine, traditional butchers, bakers, greengrocers and a supermarket so you dont have to travel far to get what you need. We have two bars with their restaurants and within 10-20 mins there are many more lovely restaurants you can try, even one by a lake in the openair in the summer. Or you can simply relax with a good DVD in the sitting room.
There are many castles and mountains, forests, lakes (with little beaches) and lots of historical interest as we are on the "Route of the Cathares" with the Chateau ofMontsegur just 20 minutes away. Andorra and Spain are approximated one and a half to two hours away. The wonderful scenery changes with the seasons. We are situated on the border of Ariege and the Aude so we are well situated for house hunting too.
We are also central for visiting the many and varied attractions this area has to offer, for example, the butterfly farm, the prehistoric park, the longest underground river trip in Europe, carting, canoeing, kyaking, and there are loads more to chose from. We also have puzzles and games for children (or grownups) including boules and darts, so you see we have everything to offer you here for a wonderful holiday.

Sur les chemins cathares;
Rez de chaussee: cuisine de 15 sq.m. Salle d'eau et w/c separe.
1er etage: une chambre de 20sq.m, parquet, avec une lit double, porte fentre sur balcon; une chambre de 13 sq.m. parquet, avec lit double; une chambre 12 sq.m, parquet, avec deux lit simple, et une salle (30 sq.m) ,parquet, avec une double click-clack, satelite tv Anglais; DVD.

There are just so many places to see in this region; here are just a few ideas:
We have Fontestorbes Intermittent fountain, just outside Belesta (in the summer it stops every 30 minutes or so and you can walk into the caves). The Chateau of Montsegur is 20 mins away, and we are on the Route of the Cathars and all the history that goes with it. Rennes le Chateau not far away too. If you love history you will love this area. Queribus, Peyrepertus, Roxifixade, are on the Route of the Cathars, Foix Castle is a wonderful site to see and Carcassonne has so many places of interest you will not be disappointed.

At Mirepoix:there is a very busy farmers market on a Monday in this medieval city which is a "must" for all visitors to this area. Mirepoix dates back to the 12century and ther are still the wooden "covers" with magnificent carvings to see.
There is a subterranian trip, the longest open to the public in Europe, a Musee des Dinosaures, a Musee Contemporain de la Chapellerie (Hats) all within easy reach (along with loads of other things to do).
There are lovely lakes to visit and mountains to climb. This area is a paradise for walkers, cyclists, motor cyclists, families of all ages .

End of October Belesta hosts a Pumpkin Festival, and you wont believe what you can make out of a Pumpkin! There is also a farmers market during the three day festival . This is followed on November 1st by a huge Vide Grenier like a loft sale)in the streets with 100 plus stalls. and lots of things to buy at very reasonable prices. This should not be missed.

Only a short distance away are Spain and also Andorra with its duty free shopping! Another lovely place to visit is Ax les Thermes on the way to Andorra, where there is a natural spa too.

There are plenty of things to do in the area for all ages. We have nearby a Prehistoric Park, Castles and Chateaux too many to mention. There are festivals and fetes and markets a lot of the time and a "vide grenier" is not to be missed ( bit like a car boot, but without the car!)This is a lovely old fashioned rural area and you will have a relaxing holiday with no rushing around and very little traffic to contend with generally. Life is a much slower pace and its great to unwind, but there are also lots of things to do in the area, if you want to. So its up to you.

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 1 1/2 hrs away. Which ever route you take, the scenery is wonderful.

Car hire is available at the airport and given the drive to the property - is highly recommended.

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:
Excellent family skiing at nearby Monts d'Olmes,December to February/March reasonably priced,and good value.The apartment is comfortable and well situated to discover this beautiful area of unspoilt France in the Midi Pyrenees.We have secure parking for motor cycles and bicycles . There are two bars in the village, a bakers, bank, chemist, post office and supermarket so you can easily get everything you need here.

First floor and all these rooms have original wooden floors:
One large pretty double bedroom, facing the garden. One bright bedroom with two comfortable single beds. Another large double bedroom , we also have a spacious "L" shaped sitting room which has satelite television, video and dvd. So there is plenty of room to relax in the evenings . We also have WIFI available so you can bring your laptop and keep up to date with those e mails!
On the ground floor we have a good sized kitchen with everything you would need including a welcome pack. There is also a good sized shower room with wash basin and a separate toilet.
There is your own front door and access to the garden.

It is a really comfortable bright and airy apartment with good sized rooms, ideal for friends or families who want to be together but have their own space. Large kitchen/diner microwave, cooker, washing machine, fridge, satelite tv etc and all linen and table ware supplied. Secure parking available if required. If you dont want to cook, we can do it for you, just let us know what you want and we will do our best to provide it for you.

So, all year round,we have an apartment on two floors with three good sized bedrooms,(20 sq.m double with door to balcony; 13 sq.m double and 12 sq.m twin) and a bed sitting room( 30 sq.m.) with satelite tv etc . all up on the first floor. All bedding supplied, including towels etc. too., so you have no need to pack these items.
On the ground floor we have a shower room and toilet and also a good sized kitchen (15 sq.m) again fully equipped for your holiday.

Further details outdoors:
Secured parking for bikes, motorbikes, etc if required.
Resident owners on hand to answer any questions and provide local information.
Large garden area for evening drinks or a bbq, etc is shared with the owners.

Further details

We are non smoking in the apartment.
We offer a discount for 14 night bookings .
We require a non refundable deposit when your booking is confirmed and the balance on arrival please.
We provide you with a really good welcome pack to start you off.
All linen and towels are provided for you.
Daily basic cleaning can be arranged for 10 euros per day.
Any queries, just call from a UK land line at 3p per minute 08444 232 7062 or email us.
House hunting or awaiting completion of your purchase then longer lets are available, just contact us for prices.

Conditions

We require a £50 or 50 euro deposit to confirm your booking and payment in full on arrival.

Rental rates

Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
May & June	14 May 09	28 Jun 09	330£ 282	7564	7564	3 Nights
July & August High Season	28 Jun 09	6 Sep 09	499£ 426	9077	9077	3 Nights
September & October	6 Sep 09	1 Nov 09	349£ 298	7564	7564	3 Nights
November	1 Nov 09	19 Dec 09	300£ 256	7564	7564	3 Nights
CHristsmas/New Year	19 Dec 09	9 Jan 10	499£ 426	9077	9077	3 Nights
January-March Skiing	9 Jan 10	1 Apr 10	375£ 321	7564	7564	3 Nights

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 OFFER************** Price for the Private Apartment in beautiful Midi Pyrenees

Just one week only late booking left: 19th-26 July just 400 euros a week (£350)

Then early booking

15 th of August to 5th September 450 euros (£405)

The rental period starts at 4pm on the first day and ends at 10.00am on the final day.

Flexible change over day to take advantage of cheap flights etc.Ryanair-Carcassonne &Perpignan and also flights into Toulouse(BA & Easyjet)

Excellent welcome pack is always provided.

All linen and towels provided. WIFI internet access too so bring your laptop

A deposit of £50 (or 50 euros) per week secures your booking.

In the apartment we can cater for up to 2-6 persons in our good sized rooms. UK Satelite tv so you wont miss the soaps.

If you dont want to do all your cooking we can do some or all of it for you, again just let us know and we will do all we can to help. 2 courses including wine 15 euros and 3 courses including wine 18 euros.

Any questions you have just e mail or phone(cheap rate from UK 0844 232 7063 no other code required) and we will be more than pleased to help. If you cant get through on that number

00 33 (0)561 01 28 55 or even better email using the contact owner form below and we will get back to you asap.

We also have a chambres d'hotes (bed and breakfast) property 14794.

Guestbook for Joli -Jardin

Very clean, very comfortable, very peaceful, but in the centre of lots to see and do.Owners very helpful with local things to do and visit.

We did not know this area, but found it to be wonderful, not much traffic and a slow pace of life.Tranquil and very calm.

Best holiday we have had,nothing too much trouble and lots of help and advice when needed.

Availability

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Contact details for home 17479 Please mention Holiday Lettings
Name:	Janet Carey
Tel:	+33 (0) 5 61 01 28 55
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