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Farmhouse |4 bedrooms |Sleeps 9

Marciac in Midi-Pyrenees

From £695 per week

7 nights minimum stay

Changeover Saturday

4.5 out of 5

4 reviews | Write a review

Key info  Swimming pool, balcony/terrace, car essential, private garden, no pets allowed

About the home

The farmhouse is tastefully but simply furnished and retains its traditional charm wtih terracotta and timber floors, oak beams and imposing central staircase. It sleeps a maximum of 9 plus a cot., in two double bedrooms and two twin-bedded rooms.

There is spacious eat-in kitchen opening onto a large south-facing terrace with outside eating area, and a comfortable sitting room with a traditional fireplace. Situated in a beautiful, unspoilt and scarcely populated area of France, it is an ideal place to sample the delights of 'real' French country life.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
A spacious hallway leads into a well-equipped kitchen with a large oak table seating 12 and a Gascon fireplace with a16kw wood-burning stove. On the other side of the hall is a comfortable sitting room also with a wood-burning stove, flat screen TV with satellite TV and DVD . There is a separate WC and shower room with a powerful shower and a utility room with washing machine. On the first floor are 4 light and airy bedrooms, one with a queen-sized bed, one with a double and a single bed and two twin-bedded rooms, and a bathroom with WC.

Further details outdoors:
The extensive grounds are completely private and enjoy spectacular views over the surrounding countryside. Large areas are laid to lawn with many mature trees providing shade, including walnut, mulberry, horse chestnut and blue cedar. The long gravel driveway and garage provide ample parking. The 12 x 6m pool is secured with high laurel hedging and lockable gate and bordered by a large sun terrace with magnificent views. Garden furniture, including a large oak refectory table and benches seating 12, and a barbecue are located on the terraces to the south and east sides of the house. An extensive range of British company 'Treetops' children's wooden play equipment, including swings, treehouse, playhouse, climbing frame, rock wall and monkey bars is provided and table tennis in the open chai (barn) to the rear of the house. There is a selection of bicycles, racquets for ball games, and boules set, as well as an assortment of indoor board games.

Further details

Although ideal for family holidays, with two large woodburners to keep you snug in cooler evenings and very reasonable rental rates off season, the house is perfect for couples or smaller groups.

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The Midi-Pyrenees / Gers region

The Gers is a beautiful, unspoilt and scarcely populated area of France, enjoying hot summers and warm spring and autumn. It is one of the most agricultural areas of France, untouched by heavy industry and mass tourism.

Amidst the breathtaking scenery with fields of sunflowers and wooded hills is an abundance of wildlife - eagles, buzzards, owls, woodpeckers, deer and wild boar can regularly be seen.

Formerly known as Gascony, the area is rich in history with an abundance of historic towns, chateaux and bastide villages with donjons (fortified towers) to explore. The larger towns of Auch with its cathedral and statue of d'Artagnan, Agen, Condom and Pau are all within easy reach.

The area is well known for its culinary specialities, duck, foie gras, armagnac and the local wines of St Mont and Madiran feature strongly on the menus.

The Marciac area

Marciac is an attractive small market town set around a beautiful old square with restaurants, cafes and shops. It comes to life in August when it hosts the largest jazz festival in Europe attracting music lovers from around the world. There is also a country & western music festival in Mirande and a tempo Latino music festival in Vic Fezensac. There are many local lively markets, and even the smallest villages host fetes in the summer with communal meals and entertainment.

There are several local lakes with beaches for swimming and other water sports and the area is perfect for walking and cycling. The Pyrenees Parc National and ski resorts, Lourdes, Biarritz and Spain are also within 1 - 2 hours' drive.

How to get there

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Pau airport (with flights from Stansted and Bristol) is 45 minutes away; Bordeaux , Toulouse and Biarritz are a 2 hour drive. It is approximately an 11 hour drive from the Channel Ports.


Nearest Travel Links
Airport: Pau: 50 km, Bordeaux, Toulouse or Biarritz
Railway: Tarbes 60km, Mont de Marsan 50km, Dax 60km (served by TGV)
Ferry: Bilbao 183km, St Malo 675km, or Channel Ports

Activities near Marciac

Reviews

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27 Nov 2011

“Beautiful house with fantastic views. Great place for a family holiday” We spent a wonderful holiday at Farguet; the house, pool and gardens were everything we hoped for. The views to the south across rolling countryside with the pyrenees in the distance are fantastic. The property and location is extremely tranquil, a real taste of rural France. The house was very well appointed and comfortable, with plenty of space for the children to charge around. Meals were eaten al fresco in the garden, and afternoons spent loafing around the pool. We found some great restaurants in the area (tried a few of the recommendations in the visitors book) - Bassouses was a particular favourite. We would certainly like to go back.

22 Nov 2011

“A splendid retreat where all the family can relax and enjoy the wonderful Gascon countryside” A lovely farmhouse which has been gently brought back to life with decor and shabby chic style that would sit well in a Period Living Magazine. Peaceful, private and with scenic views of rural France which extend to the Pyrenees. Perched on a hilltop, the farmhouse and superb 'child safe / fenced and hedged' pool along with bikes, badminton, table tennis, satellite tv etc. etc. provides all the entertainment you could wish for. Plenty of lovely restaurants close by and would recommend the beautiful 13 C fortified medieval village of Bassoues for an evening meal – 11 Euros for a three course meal and bottle of wine. Fabulous atmosphere and great place to further unwind !

20 Nov 2011

“Superb house in superb location” Despite just travelling as a couple to Farguet, we felt cosy, comfortable and completely at home in this large farmhouse. We spent the days relaxing by the beautiful pool and found some lovely places... more

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07 Jul 2011

“Stunning house in beautiful location - complete tranquillity” The house is located in a beautiful rural setting with fantastic views to the Pyrenees. The house is spacious, and comfortable and furnished to match the style of the property. All mod cons are... more

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'A beautiful house, wonderful pool and breathtaking views'.
'House is full of character and love the kitchen'.
'Wonderful place, great house, the wine, the food, the pool, the peace and quiet - le paradis c'est ici'.
'A lovely relaxing week, beautiful views and a fantastic garden'
'Quiet roads, medieval towns & villages, good food, a lovely holiday place'.

Rental prices

Prices for group size 9
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
	7 Jan 12	24 Mar 12	695£ 695	0-	0-	1 Week
Mid	24 Mar 12	30 Jun 12	1095£ 1095	0-	0-	1 Week
High	30 Jun 12	1 Sep 12	1495£ 1495	0-	0-	2 Weeks
Mid	1 Sep 12	3 Nov 12	1095£ 1095	0-	0-	1 Week
Low	3 Nov 12	15 Dec 12	695£ 695	0-	0-	1 Week

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

Bed linen is included in the rental charge, towels (1 bath, 1 hand) are available at £8 per person per week.

An additional clean and linen change is available mid-stay at £120.

Fuel is included for high and mid seasons, £75 per week during the low season.

A 25% deposit is required before booking can be confirmed. Payment can be in £ or Euros.

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2 years listed You are contacting Mark Wenman Landline n/a Mobile +44 07962261266 Web Visit site Languages spoken The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2009. This farmhouse has received 4 reviews from previous guests.