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Farmhouse |5 bedrooms |Sleeps 15

Saint Lon les Mines in Orist

From £299 per week |  From £45 per night

1 night minimum stay

Changeover flexible

4 out of 5

1 review | Write a review

Key info  Balcony/terrace, car advised, private garden, may take pets - please enquire

About the home

We are delighted to welcome you to our large and spacious farmhouse home in the peaceful and picturesque countryside in the South West corner or France. (We are temporarily in the UK so offering house and/or gite for self catering holidays at the moment. B&B is not currently available).

The farm is 15th century lovingly rebuilt to what is now a comfortable, spacious family home with large gardens, and plenty of parking, offering all modern conveniences and plenty of rustic charm. Our farm is a non-working farm, we don't have any livestock except our cat.

(Not currently available, sorry): We invite you to join us for informal dinners at the farmhouse dining table in the evenings, dinners are all home cooked Dinner with us is optional and available for a modest extra fee. A set menu is available nightly, including three generous courses with wine. Often on the menu you'll find fresh fruit, salad, herbs and veggies that have been home-grown by us.

From the large patio which has plenty of seating and adjoins the main house, you can enjoy views of the gardens, countryside and on a clear day you can see the mountains. Stretch out on a sun lounger in the garden to top up your tan, or enjoy and nice cup of tea or coffee in the shade. Bring your walking boots and go for a ramble, or bring your mountain bikes to follow the many local trails. There is a skateboard park and children's playground in the village and an archery club within walking distance. We also have a ping pong table in the garden and just in case it rains, we have a selection of DVDs, cards and board games to play. But mostly you'll enjoy a quiet location from where you can be centrally located to explore many beautiful beaches, towns, villages and cities with lots to offer just a short drive away.

The local shops are about 2km away, and in St Lon Les Mines you'll find a post office, bakery, grocery store, pub, hairdressers and chemist. You can even sample locally produced foie gras. In nearby Peyrehorhade, the nearest town, you can enjoy the lively and colourful market, cafes, riverside and lakeside walks. You'll even find a supermarket to stock up on any goodies you may need.

At our home you may rent out the whole thing for large groups, the main farmhouse on its own, the gite on its own, or each room is available individually, depending on availability or your needs. We have a selection of room shapes and sizes, from singles, to doubles, to family rooms, some with private bathroom, some with shared, and one self-contained gite on a self catering basis. The gite sleeps up to four people.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
Only self catering available until further notice. Details of each room described below:-

1. Ground floor: One large and spacious double bedroom within the main farmhouse. Own private, modern shower room immediately adjoins the bedroom, with water jet cubicle shower, washbasin, toilet and heated towel rail. Towels and linens provided. The bedroom offers a cool shady retreat in the summer, a cosy and comfortable space in the cooler months. Plenty of wardrobe and drawer space, full size mirror and large window, tea and coffee making facilities, radio, TV, lock on door with own key, tiled floors. Photo on this website.

2. Single storey, Self-contained "Gite" available on a self-catering basis in farmhouse grounds, ideal for those wanting privacy, those coming with friends or those who enjoy their own cooking! Double bedroom, shower room with shower, washbasin and toilet, kitchen/diner/living room. Gas oven with 4 ring hob, microwave, large fridge freezer, cupboard space, fully furnished, washing machine. Sofa bed in living room could sleep 2 adults but more suited to one adult or two children. Own patio with table and chairs overlooking gardens and countryside perfect for al fresco dining. You are welcome to use the barbecue if you wish to cook outdoors. All linens and towels provided. Supermarket within a short drive so that you can stock up on all your essentials. Use of iron, board and washing line from main house, hair-dryer also available for use. Photos on this website.

3. 1st floor Family room: one large family room with a double bed and bunk beds (bunk bed sleeps 3, there is a double lower-bunk and a single upper-bunk). French only TV and Playstation with games. This room shares the main family bathroom with room 4, when occupied.

4. 1st floor double room: large, pretty, characterful double room, part sloped ceiling, high ceilings elsewhere, and shuttered windows. Share main family bathroom with room 3, when occupied.

5. Master bedroom. Large, light and airy double room with adjoining shower/ toilet / dressing room. On 1st floor.

The main family bathroom is lovey large, bright and airy, tiled, modern, with bath, shower over bath, toilet, washbasin. All towels and linens provided. Please ask for further details.

The main iving area/lounge is a large square room with 3 sofas and feature stone fireplace with log burner. There is a wall mounted flat screen TV with UK satellite showing BBC / Sky channels. DVD and video.

The dining room adjoins, photos on this website.

The kitchen is also on the same floor, is light and airy, fully equipped, has a large range cooker/hob, sink, kettle, everything you need. Photos on this website.

The laundry room adjoins the kitchen and has dishwasher, washer, dryer, fridge, freezer, ironing board, iron, sink.

You are welcome to borrow hairdryers etc. Board games and cards etc available for those days when you just want to chill out.

Outside on the patio there are additional seating and dining areas, both for the main house and the gite.

Further details outdoors:
You are welcome to use any of the facilities we have at the house or in the shed - mountain bikes, table tennis, board games, cards etc etc and if you enjoy gardening, then feel free to chip in! We have plenty of chairs, sun loungers and towels so you can sunbathe away, we also have a garden "swing" chair, outdoor dining areas, BBQ etc that you can use and shady or sunny patio areas where you can eat, enjoy tea or just relax and enjoy the views.

Further details

We have a cats, so unfortunately the property is not really suitable for any other pets, but please ask and we can discuss on an individual basis. Smokers are welcome but you may only smoke OUTDOORS.

We can accommodate groups from 1 person, up to a maximum of 15 persons at one time.

Conditions

10% deposit is required upon booking to secure your booking. Payment can be made by PayPal, cheque or direct bank transfer. Euros or GBP £ Sterling. Balance payments to be paid prior to arrival. A refundable security deposit will be required.

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Double bedroom, adjoining bathroom & breakfast included in the main farmhouse

The Aquitaine / Dordogne / Landes region

Right on the South West corner of France, close to the Spanish border, you can enjoy two countries for the price of one! In this beautiful Basque region, where the French beret was invented and still worn often, especially by the older gentlemen, you can enjoy a unique cultural experience, a mix of France and Spain together, like no-where else in France. There is lots of open countryside around, farmland, woodland mountains, lakes and rivers, beautiful market towns and picturesque villages to explore. The area is traditionally farming countryside and famous for its cream coloured Aquitaine Cows.

You can view the amazing spectacle of the running of the bulls in Bayonne during the annual summer festival, shop in and party at cosmopolitan cities like Biarritz and St Sebastien. Taste our custard or jam-filled gateau-Basque and many regional specialities. If it's skiing you're after, Pau and Oloron are in the region, whilst the beaches of this region span hundreds of miles from the southern tip right up to Bordeaux. If you are house-hunting, then the Dordogne is the place to start and popular with the British.

The weather is generally warm or hot and dry through Spring, Summer and Autumn, and from late Autumn to Winter, it is cold. During Spring and Autumn you'll usually be OK with shorts and t-shirts, but pack a cardigan and a brolly just in case! During Summer it's strictly bikini weather! It doesn't rain very often and there are plenty of shady areas to retreat to on hot days.

The Orist / Saint Lon les Mines area

St Lon Les Mines and Orist are nearby, sleepy little villages which have a few local shops such as chemist, hairdressers, bakery, grocery, post office and a hotel with bar. Mainly you will enjoy coming here for rolling countryside, farmland and rivers and just generally getting away from it all.

Being just in the foot of the mountains, you can enjoy wonderful views, countryside walks, peace, quiet and yet still be well situated to visit lots of nearby beaches, cities and towns. There is a skateboard park and children's playground in the village, an archery club, foie gras tasting and more. Watch this space for more details coming soon...

How to get there

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By aeroplane:
Ryanair fly to Biarritz, approximately 40 minutes drive away, and Pau, approximately 50 minutes drive away, from many major UK / European airports, including Stansted. Easyjet also flies in to Biarritz during summer from Gatwick and other UK cities. Air France fly to Biarritz also. From other countries, please check your local airport. Transfers by car or people carrier to and from Biarritz airport are offered at £25 per vehicle, each way if required by the property owner.

By car:
Car hire available at Biarritz airport or go to www.holidayextras.co.uk to arrange a car before you arrive. We recommend you bring a car with you or hire one when you arrive. We are close to the D6 and D33 roads. More info coming soon.

By ferry:
Nearest ferry port is Bilbao in Northern Spain, approximately 1 hour 50 minutes away. You can also ferry from the south coast of England to Northern France and enjoy a leisurely drive down through France,

By train:
Travel from central London on the Eurostar to Paris and then the TGV to either Biarritz or Dax.

Activities near Orist

Reviews

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15 Oct 2011

“Ticked all the boxes for our holiday needs” Extended Family holiday and family wedding so location was very important. Very close to all amenities, Beach, mountains and the Wedding. Lovely quiet setting with ample accomodation space. Lovely for all family to get together- 15 plus !and have uninterupted fun and social occasions. Great facilities with Barbecue , outdoor furniture, sky Channels and washing machine and dishwasher. Very friendly and helpfull people. Response: Thanks for coming and thanks for looking after the place and keeping it nice and tidy! You are welcome back any time. Ideal guests.

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Rental prices

Prices for group size 2
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
2011 2 persons	28 Jun 11	1 Jan 12	299£ 299	4545	4545	1 Night

Prices for group size 4
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Remainer 2010, 4 pers	1 Oct 10	31 Dec 10	430£ 430	6565	6565	Flexible

Prices for group size 15
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
2011 12 pers	1 Jul 11	1 Jan 12	999£ 999	145145	145145	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.

Explanation of the rates shown in the above table:-

PLEASE ASK US FOR A QUOTE IF YOU WISH TO STAY DURING 2011.

Example Rates for Self Catering: One person £35 per night, two people sharing £45 per night, three people sharing £55 per night, four people sharing £65 per night.....

CONTACT US BY EMAIL TO ENQUIRE ABOUT YOUR DATES, CURRENT OFFERS AND TO CONFIRM COSTS FOR SHORTER STAYS OR DIFFERENT PARTY NUMBERS.

Not currently available: Airport transfers: Transfers by car or 'people carrier' to and from Biarritz airport are offered at £25 per vehicle, each way if required.

Payment: a 10% deposit is required to secure your booking and must be made by PayPal, cheque or direct bank transfer in advance. The deposit is non-refundable. The balance price for the holiday is payable in advance by the same method. A £100 refundable security deposit will be required per party, refunable on satisfactory inspection. We will give you further details about how to pay, when you make your booking or enquiry. Thank you.

(Sorry but we used to allow payments upon arrival, but due to items being stolen and because of people letting us down at the last minute, after we have reserved time for them and then been unable to secure another booking to make up for the ones lost, we are having to now insist upon full payment up front, sorry for any inconvenience caused).

Availability

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2 years listed You are contacting Mollie Greaves Landline +33 5585 78189 Mobile n/a Languages spoken The owner is based in France and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2009. This farmhouse has received 1 review from previous guests.