No pets allowed Suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm Smokers welcome Self-catering
Home description
This traditional stone barn is set in 4 acres of private grounds in peaceful, idyllic countryside - a true eagle's eye view of the real France. Totally reconstructed for 2008 and listed by The Times as one of "Europe's 40 hottest villas", the original barn is now the immense vaulted living room and retains the essential original features.
This leads onto the dining terrace (with motorised awning) which has dominating views over the heated swimming pool and surrounding, rolling countryside.
Original stone walls feature in almost every room and 1 bedroom suite is accessed from outside only, with the same great views from bed. All bedrooms are en-suite: 3 bath/shower and 1 twin-size shower.
Perfect al-fresco dining-with a view!
Comfy sofas in the vaulted Living Room
The Master Bedroom suite just 2 steps from the pool-slip out of bed for your first morning dip
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The Midi-Pyrenees / Aveyron region
Only recently easily accessible by air links and the new A20 motorway, Aveyron has been described as one of the last secret areas of France and Occitan is still spoken by many.
It is valued by tourists looking for the "real" France and has a predominantly agricultural as opposed to tourism economy. The countryside in the foothills linking the Languedoc to the Massif Central is generally spectacular, green from the winter rainfall but with the long dry spells of the Languedoc in summer.
The major rivers of Lot, Aveyron and Tarn each have stunning gorges and other natural features such as the famous cheesemaking caves at Roquefort.
La Fouillade area
La Fouillade itself is a quiet village with baker, butcher, chemist, post office, a couple of bars, a couple of restaurants and a corner shop. It adjoins Najac just 5min drive away which is a medieval famous bastide village and the ancient capital of the region. It has a tourist office who will help you with all your local activities and visits.
The nearest town is Villefranche de Rouergue with its substantial weekly market and 3 superstores, about 20min drive. It is a bastide as well, as are Villeneuve and Cordes-sur-Ciel both about 30min drive. Further away are the Roquefort cheese caves and the remarkable bridge at Millau - the world's highest road viaduct.
Relaxation and enjoyment of the outdoor life are key here, with great local opportunities for water activities, walking, cycling and riding. But for city life, Toulouse is easily accessible by car or train direct from Najac and is perhaps best known both as a university town as well as headquarters of the Airbus operation and the site of the French Space City.
How to get there
-fly Ryanair to Rodez (1 hour from Rodez airport) -fly Easyjet, BA or Flybe to Toulouse (1.5 hrs from Toulouse airport) -by road from channel ports in about 8 hrs via toll-free A20 motorway
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Rodez: 80 km
Railway:
Najac: 7 km
Activities near La Fouillade
Sports: Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats
Facilities
Luxuries:
Log fire, DVD player, Private outdoor pool (heated)
General:
Central heating, Video player, CD player, Telephone, Table tennis, Games room, Satellite TV
Bedrooms (4), Bathrooms (3), En suite (4), Shower rooms (1), WCs (5)
Furniture:
Single beds (4), Double beds (2), Cots (2), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 8, Sleeps maximum of 8
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: -newly fitted Kitchen, just 5 steps in either direction to the Dining Room and to the Outside Dining Terrace -huge, vaulted Living Room with oak floor and log stove; 82cm TV with many UK channels -separate, formal Dining Room -new furniture throughout including beds and sofas -new luxury bathrooms throughout -full central heating throughout, for early and late season comfort -books, videos, indoor board games etc provided
The bedrooms are on the lower level for coolness (accessed by spiral staircase) and are all en-suite (3 with bath and shower, 1 with large shower). The Master Bedroom Suite has a separate external access and provides its own feeling of privacy. The view from bed enjoys the same views of pool and countryside through the large, French windows and it is just 2 steps from the enticing, warm water.
Further details outdoors: -outdoor games such as badminton, boules, rounders, cricket etc provided -several large, shaded areas -2 acres of formal gardens and parkland and 2 acres of informal, wildflower meadow -good rural walks direct from the house
The Living Room and Kitchen both lead onto the south and west facing elevated terrace. With the stunning views, it is the perfect spot for enjoying al-fresco dining (professional gas BBQ provided), watching the buzzards lazily circling on the thermals and saluting the dramatic sunsets over the gorges. It is, of course, lit so that dining can go on well after sunset, after which the underwater lit pool provides the next dramatic backdrop.
The 10m x 5m pool with Roman Steps is heated to a target 27C and has a very large sun terrace, 25sq.m of which is shaded for the comfort of the whole party. It has its own solar shower for cooling down and rinsing off; one of the bathrooms also has a poolside entrance for the convenience of swimmers. Adjustable loungers and cushions are provided. The Games Room below this terrace has table tennis, table football ("babyfoot") and darts; outside games also provided for all the family.
The property is about 5min drive from medieval Najac, awarded the accolade "l'un des plus beaux villages de France" with its extensive recreational activities. Najac is dominated by its Richard the Lionheart fortress and surrounded by the Aveyron river, which offers water activities such as kayaking, rafting etc as well as hundreds of kilometres of marked walking and cycling tracks.
There are 8 restaurants within 10min drive, ranging from 2 of Michelin quality down to the family-friendly pizzeria - all have outdoor dining areas and many have views over the surrounding valleys.
Further details
The owners live 10min away and will be there to greet you on your arrival and to provide any local information required, helping you plan the most from your stay here. Luxury services can be arranged, such as poolside massages and provision of "at home" chef service.
Conditions
-smoking in living room only -25% deposit required on booking, balance 6 weeks before arrival -security deposit of £250 required
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Prices for group size 8
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April 2010
27 Mar 10
1 May 10
695£695
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May 2010
1 May 10
15 May 10
795£795
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May 2010
15 May 10
29 May 10
895£895
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May 2010
29 May 10
5 Jun 10
1150£1,150
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June 2010
5 Jun 10
12 Jun 10
995£995
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June 2010
12 Jun 10
19 Jun 10
1095£1,095
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June 2010
19 Jun 10
26 Jun 10
1295£1,295
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June 2010
26 Jun 10
3 Jul 10
1395£1,395
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July 2010
3 Jul 10
10 Jul 10
1795£1,795
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July 2010
10 Jul 10
17 Jul 10
2295£2,295
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July/Aug 2010
17 Jul 10
28 Aug 10
2295£2,295
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Aug 2010
28 Aug 10
4 Sep 10
1495£1,495
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September 2010
4 Sep 10
11 Sep 10
1195£1,195
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September 2010
11 Sep 10
18 Sep 10
995£995
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September 2010
18 Sep 10
25 Sep 10
895£895
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September 2010
25 Sep 10
2 Oct 10
750£750
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October 2010
2 Oct 10
30 Oct 10
695£695
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Prices for group size 4
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April 2010
27 Mar 10
1 May 10
595£595
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May 2010
1 May 10
15 May 10
695£695
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May 2010
15 May 10
29 May 10
795£795
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May 2010
29 May 10
5 Jun 10
1150£1,150
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June 2010
5 Jun 10
12 Jun 10
895£895
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June 2010
12 Jun 10
19 Jun 10
995£995
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June 2010
19 Jun 10
26 Jun 10
1195£1,195
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June 2010
26 Jun 10
3 Jul 10
1295£1,295
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July 2010
3 Jul 10
10 Jul 10
1795£1,795
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July 2010
10 Jul 10
17 Jul 10
2295£2,295
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July/Aug 2010
17 Jul 10
28 Aug 10
2295£2,295
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Aug 2010
28 Aug 10
4 Sep 10
1495£1,495
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1 Week
September 2010
4 Sep 10
11 Sep 10
1095£1,095
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September 2010
11 Sep 10
18 Sep 10
895£895
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1 Week
September 2010
18 Sep 10
25 Sep 10
795£795
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1 Week
September 2010
25 Sep 10
2 Oct 10
650£650
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October 2010
2 Oct 10
30 Oct 10
595£595
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Absolutely no extras. All linen and towels (including swim towels) included. All central heating and logs included. All Pool Heating included.
Guestbook for La Vallée
2009 Mr & Mrs Pengelly, November 2009 Back again for 5 weeks - since our last stay we've had rental holidays in both UK and France and still have yet to find a house of comparable quality. Some come close but all lack the "Glenn & Sue" factor - attention to the details that make for a great holiday home!
The Bradley and Langdale Families, October 2009 What a stunning place. Thank you Glenn & Sue for your friendly welcome. Can highly recommend having Michelle Rossignol prepare a meal at home, top class, really special. A wonderful week. Thank you.
The Page & Messer Families, August 2009 What a beautiful villa & location. Lots of fun for the children & relaxation for the adults!
The Mann Family, September 2009 Loved the house & beautiful surroundings! The pool and Games Room were fantastic and the local villagers were very friendly. Excellent holiday.
The Lloyd Family, September 2009 Fantastic villa in a fantastic location. We have all had an amzing holiday - ages 2 to 77!
The Fishleigh Family, August 2009 Great villa - amazing views. A very peaceful holiday. Kids loved the pool.
The Ness Family, July 2009 Congratulations Glenn & Sue - having created something so idyllic from the previous ruin is astounding.
The Thomas Family, July 2009 Thank you for allowing us to spend time in your beautiful home with its spectacular views. Thanks for advice about restaurants and excursions, everyone we have met in La Fouillade has been so friendly. Good luck to Glenn & Sue for understanding the needs of a family on holiday.
Mr M; Market Harborough; June 2009 What a perfect house. A wonderful time and so relaxing. Najac is beautiful and the 12 euro lunch at St Andre de Najac a must for 5 courses!
Mr & Mrs B; Middlesborough; June 2009 We’ve had a great week in this beautiful villa. We’re all very, very sad to leave! The pool is fantastic, the kids (and adults) loved the pool toys. The inside of the villa is wonderful with everything we could possibly need. Even our baby has had her needs fulfilled. We’ve had loads of days out and the villa has been wonderful to come back to. Thank you for being so welcoming and we hope to be back next year
Mr & Mrs K; Wales; May 2009 Super house – everything you could wish for. Plenty of places to go – easy places to find.
Mr & Mrs W; Bristol; April 2009 Thank you so much for our wonderful holiday – we’ve been bowled over by the hone, the amenities and the area. We’ve all enjoyed the Games Room. The viess are stunning . We will always remember our fabulous holiday and the endless kindness of Glenn. Thank you.
2008 The Farnham Family, April 2008 A wonderful stress-free week at La Vallée. Utter contentment for 7 days. A stunning villa, tantalising villages, breath-taking views, exquisite food and wine. We thought we had died and gone to heaven. But mein hosts left its greatest impression. Thank you Sue and Glenn for your hospitality & helping with our family ailments. You have both been so kind, we wanted for nothing. A truly memorable holiday. We would like to return.
Mr & Mrs Paul, May 2008 Difficult to say what we liked best, the stunning views, the beautiful peace or the relaxing atmosphere. All in all a fantastic place.
Mr & Mrs Bates, May 2008 Wonderful views in deepest France in the lushest of Mays. Leisurely lunches in chocolate box villages topped by fairy tale castles. The property has been developed with real care and provides a great base to relax - happy memories.
Mr and Mrs Pengelly, May 2008 Have returned as promised! Have filled La Vallée with various friends & family, who are all as delighted with the place and hosts as we are! See you in the autumn for a total of 9 weeks at La Vallée this year.
The Kettle Family, June 2008 Always loved this part of France but this particular corner is the most beautiful by far. Lovely villa-all our needs catered for..
The Johnson & McPhee Families, June 2008 A beautiful house in a stunning location. Fab pool enjoyed by all. Super weather. All in all, a wonderful holiday over too soon! Thanks Glenn and Sue.
The Choudhuy Family, July 2008 From the moment we stepped in to La Vallée we knew we had found somewhere special where you could do and forget that the wide world exists. From the amazing scenary, the country sounds of cow bells, gushing water, birds of prey to the lovely furnishings that beg to be explored. The surrounding villages are just utterly charming and we can honestly say this is one of the most wonderful places in the world we have been to. Thanks so much Glenn and Sue for all your help and advice over the week. WIll be back!
The Ellis and Jackson Families July 2008 What a wonderful place - the best we have ever stayed in. Thoroughly enjoyed exploring the area. Recommend canoeing from Najac - a great laugh! Lunch at Oustal del Barry a highlight.
The Crane Family September 2008 Everything about this week has been wonderful. The house, the pool, the food, the area. We would recommend this to everyone. Thank you very much.
The Pengelly Family October 2008 Another 3 weeks here, a bonus to be able to swim in the pool so late in the year! Thank you both - see you next year.
The Price Family October 2008 It was wonderful to be woken by the cowbells, look out the window and see the most amazing view. The house is beautiful with everything you could possibly need. The places we visited were amazing and great fun. We will be back I'm sure . Thanks Sue and Glenn for your hospitality. Fabulous.
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