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Farmhouse |5 bedrooms |Sleeps 12

Najac in Midi-Pyrenees

from £110 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£765–£1760 / week

7 nights minimum stay

Changeover Saturday

5 out of 5

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

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About the home

"La Cascade" is a beautiful farmhouse that has been refurbished and modernized by the owners as their home in France. It is located in the traditional hamlet of Mazerolles nestling at the foot of a range of hills overlooking the medieval village of Najac which is famous throughout France. Part of the house is believed to date from the 1500's and the original beams and stone walls have been retained so it has an authentic rustic ambiance. It now has four double bedrooms all with en suite bathrooms, a stunning kitchen/dining room and an elegant living room. The house has many French antiques acquired by the owners over the years. The living room and bedrooms enjoy views of the gardens and countryside.

There are lovely rural walks that start directly from the house, not to mention the sports pursuits that are available in the area, some including tennis that are nearby. For the less energetic, the gardens contain many shady spots where one can simply enjoy a glass of wine whilst listening to the birds or the waterfall. The grounds of the house including a large wood are home to a great variety of wildlife. In summer the sky is full of migratory birds, butterflies abound, and it is common to see lizards in the gardens and hear owls at night. The grounds include a formal garden with topiary, rose beds, a lavender border, many flowering shrubs, and a waterfall from which the house derives its name.

On the ground floor of the old barn the owners have created a studio gite which has been converted to the same high standards as the house. This consists of a large living room / bedroom, an ensuite shower room and a very modern kitchen. The gite also has it's own TV and Wi-fi facilities. Normally, it will only be used as part of the accomodation for 12 people. If, however, due to the composition of the party, the sleeping facilities in the house is not adequate for 10 people and the gite is used, then the rate for a group of 12 will apply.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
* High standard of interior finishes and equipment
* Large leisure/games room in barn for table tennis, music and games, etc.
* Large selection of books, games, CD's and DVD's
* Wi-fi is available throughout the house and in the gite
* There is a piano in the Games Room for musical guests
* Egyptian cotton linen and towels

Further details outdoors:
* The house is set in beautiful gardens with several acres of woods to the rear.
* Perfect for lovers of birds and butterflies and wildlife in general
* Tables and chairs for outside eating in both sunny and shaded locations
* Sun loungers and umbrella by the pool which is at a level below the garden and thus very secluded
* Heated pool can normally be used from the beginning of May to middle of October
* BBQ located in the 'White Garden."

Further details

* Welcome pack provided on arrival
* English manager who lives locally and looks after the house on behalf of the owners is available to answer
queries and deal with any problems
* The grounds have natural unguarded drops and it is the responsibility of adults to supervise their
children

Conditions

* No smoking except in the garden
* 20% of the full rental cost is payable on booking with the balance payable 6 weeks before the start of the
holiday
* Security deposit of £500.00 to be paid at same time as balance. This will be
returned subject to the cost of any damage
* Any non routine cleaning will be charged at the cost to the owners and deducted from the deposit.
* Changeover day is Saturday. Check in no earlier than 4.00 pm, check out no later than 10.00 am.

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View of La Cascade from the garden

 

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The pool

 

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Mazerolles church and chateau

 

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The kitchen / dining room

The Midi-Pyrenees / Aveyron region

The Midi Pyrenees/Aveyron lies within the South West of France. The Averyon department is still little known outside France but this is set to change. With its verdant countryside, rich farmland and rivers running through steep gorges the area is truly spectacular. The history of the region can be seen everywhere with fortified villages, Cathar castles and medieval towns with bustling markets and local fetes. Albi (recently awarded World Heritage status) with its stunning cathedral and Toulouse Lautrec museum is less than 1 hour's drive by car. The Roquefort cheese caves and new Millau bridge can also be visited in a day.

The countryside is rich in wildlife and woods that shelter deer and wild boar and for the rambler there are way marked walks for every level. There are music concerts and festivals in the region, many of which are in the open air, for which the owner can provide further details. The area enjoys a Continental climate with long hot summers, and for those who don't like it so hot, spring and autumn can be very sunny whilst the heat is less intense.

The Najac area

The house is only 4 km from Najac which is designated as one of the most beautiful villages in France. It occupies a long and narrow rocky ridge above the Aveyron river and is dominated by the famous fairy-tale castle with its connections with Richard the Lionheart. The massive 13th. century church built by the Cathars is well worth a visit. During the summer there are music festivals in the village and numerous bars and cafes where one can eat or just have a drink whilst listening to live music. In early September there is the annual 3 day Najac jazz festival. All this set against the backdrop of spectacular views of the castle and the surrounding countryside. Tennis, kayaking, horse riding and rock climbing are available.

There are regular night markets held in the square when you can join the locals in an inexpensive meal cooked on the spot with as much local wine as you can drink! You will sit at long benches listening to local musicians under the stars until it's time to go home.

How to get there

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By Easyjet, BA or Flybe to Toulouse which is 90 mins by road
By Ryannair to Rodez which is 1 hour by road
TGV (high speed train) to Toulouse
SNCF train service between Toulouse and Najac
By road via the A20. Detailed directions for finding the property from the Motorway are available on booking.

Activities near Najac

Reviews

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13 Aug 2012

“Home from home” When booking a rental you never know what to expect but my family and I were so pleasantly surprised. The house and surrounding areas were amazing. We felt completely at home but without the stress... more

12 Jun 2012

“Amazing house and location” We booked a weeks stay at La Cascade at the beginning of June. The house is absolutely fantastic, we had 8 people stay in the house 2 stayed in the gite. Starting with the house the 4 bedroom are all... more

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Rental prices

Prices for group size 8
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Low Season	27 Apr 13	1 Jun 13	765£ 765	-	-	1 Week
Mid Season	1 Jun 13	29 Jun 13	990£ 990	-	-	1 Week
High Season	29 Jun 13	31 Aug 13	1440£ 1440	-	-	1 Week
Mid Season	31 Aug 13	28 Sep 13	990£ 990	-	-	1 Week
Low Season	28 Sep 13	26 Oct 13	765£ 765	-	-	1 Week

Prices for group size 10
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Low Season	27 Apr 13	1 Jun 13	850£ 850	-	-	1 Week
Mid Season	1 Jun 13	29 Jun 13	1100£ 1100	-	-	1 Week
High Season	29 Jun 13	31 Aug 13	1600£ 1600	-	-	1 Week
Mid Season	31 Aug 13	28 Sep 13	1100£ 1100	-	-	1 Week
Low Season	28 Sep 13	26 Oct 13	850£ 850	-	-	1 Week

Prices for group size 12
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Low season	27 Apr 13	1 Jun 13	935£ 935	-	-	1 Week
Mid Season	1 Jun 13	29 Jun 13	1210£ 1210	-	-	1 Week
High Season	29 Jun 13	31 Aug 13	1760£ 1760	-	-	1 Week
Mid Season	31 Aug 13	28 Sep 13	1210£ 1210	-	-	1 Week
Low Season	28 Sep 13	26 Oct 13	935£ 935	-	-	1 Week

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

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

* A deposit of 20% of the full cost is payable upon booking

* The balance is payable 6 weeks before the start of your holiday

* In the event of cancellation, we will endeavour to re-let the house. If successful, all payments made

will be refunded less an administrative charge of £50.00

* All payments to be by Bank Transfer and in GBP

Availability

See below for next 9 months' availability - to see the next 24 months click here

Availability notes:

Not available between 27/10/12 and 03/05/13

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1 year listed You are contacting Gilly Teale Landline n/a Mobile 44 7968054616 Languages spoken The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2012. This farmhouse has received 2 reviews from previous guests.

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