No pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Under the sun of the green and unspoilt other south of France near Spain, this comfortable 18 c farm house is situated in the friendly little hamlet of Loubieng. Nearby Orthez, ancient capital of the Bearn and attractive market town, offers restaurants, cafes, traditional markets and supermarkets, and a leisure lake with beach. In Loubieng itself, a little bar restaurant is only a short walk from the house.
The farmhouse itself sits in a spacious, lawned plot looking out over the tree filled valley of the River Laa. It looks most inviting with its steeply raked, tiled, roof, wooden window shutters, and partially ivy-clad facade. Downstairs the exposed wood ceiling beams and large, wood burning fireplace bring real French character to the open plan living accommodation. (As well as UK TV, DVD player and CD player, there is a small library of books (English), videos and DVDs). Upstairs, there is the bonus of a second sitting room equipped with a second TV for videosand DVDs, DVD player and CD player and fixed baby gate (Children's Videos supplied.) High Chair, push chair, baby monitor and baby bath can be requested.
The Games/Laundry Room has a second fridge for those market goodies, plus a freezer, as well as Games for the children - old and young - eg table football, table tennis and pool floats. The property is well-stocked with garden and pool furniture.
The garden, well established with nut, fruit and palm trees, slopes to the impressive, secluded and enclosed pool area, (safety gate), with the luxury of a jacuzzi and jet stream, and behind the barn, a flat area allows games of croquet and petanque. Enjoy BBQ's on the terrace looking out over the beautiful French countryside.
Maison Hirondelle - Private Pool, Jacuzzi, Jet Stream
The chef needn't miss out in the fun!
Upstairs Sitting Room - a space for everyone
18 c Farmhouse and Barn
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/90326
The Aquitaine / Dordogne / Pyrenees Atlantiques region
Being close to the Spanish border this area is rich in the cultural and leisure activities of two countries. There is something for everyone and any age group.
You can find surfing beaches, ski slopes, golf courses, tennis, pelotte, horse racing, fishing, ten-pin bowling, river rafting, water park, cycling, hill walking, cheese trails, wine trails, markets, fetes, vo films, casinos, museums, châteaux, tourist trains, natural grottos, bird watching, thermal spas, designer/boutique shopping, night-life .
For golfers: remember that Pau had the first mainland golf course in Europe. You'll also find golf courses on the coast at Anglet, to the east at Lourdes and in the nearby thermal spa town of Salies de Bearn. (We can put you in touch with a golf guide.)
For surfers and water enthusiasts: The Atlantic rollers attract international competitions each year. In nearby Navarrenx you can book water rafting and canooing, (or you can water ski on our local leisure lake).
For children: Visit the water park at nearby Oloron St Marie or spend the day on the Atlantic beaches (or our little local beach). See the Aquarium at Biarritz or take a trip to visit the Reptilarium.
For pilgrims: Visit Lourdes or follow the the trail of the Compostile pilgrims
For skiers: The Pyrenees are less crowded and less expensive than the Alps, but no less challenging.
There is so much to do and see - more information available on our website below and in the house.
To view average high temperatures, also see our website Orthez page.
Orthez / Loubieng area
Orthez - the ancient capital of the Bearn - Where France meets Spain.
Take part in a host of events with the friendly locals - market, fete, jazz festival, book fair, bull running in the summer: Enjoy the beach and water skiing at the leisure lake or explore Orthez history and don't forget the January sales!
Cycle around our quiet little country lanes. Loubieng is a base for country walks and a route guide can be found on the road to the church (2 mins walk from the house). Cycle hire to suit all ages (including child seats) is available at nearby Navarrenx.
Visit one of the many restaurants or cafes, and taste delicious local gastronomy. A bistro/restaurant is a short walk from the house and also offers pizzas and snacks to take away. Enjoy a night off from cooking and let our friendly house managers prepare a meal for you - contact details available on booking.
Or just spend a pleasant sunny day by the pool topping up your tan. In the evening, relax in the jacuzzi and watch the Hirondelles after whom the house was named, swooping in the magnificent sunsets.
The Pyrenees Atlantique - a region where quality of life still exists!
How to get there
Please double check all routes as these may change:
Pau - (only 1/2 hr drive from Loubieng ) Ryanair from Stansted/Bristol
Biarritz - (only 3/4 hr drive from Loubieng) Ryanair from Birmingham/Stansted Ryanair from Dublin Easyjet from Stansted/Bristol.
Also see Tarbes, Bordeaux, Toulouse
Car Hire: Hertz (pick up at Biarritz, Bayonne, Tarbes/Lourdes and Pau) www.hertz.co.uk Europcar (pick up at Biarritz, Bayonne, Tarbes/Lourdes and Pau) www.europcar.com Easycar (pick up at Biarritz and Pau) www.easycar.com
Ferries:
P & O: Dover to Calais, Portsmouth to Bilbao Brittany Ferries Portsmouth to St Malo/Caen ; Cork to Roscoff Condor Ferries Poole to St Malo; Weymouth to St Malo Norfolkline Dover to Dunkirk; Rosslare to LeHavre; Portsmouth to Le Havre; Newhaven to Dieppe.
Eurostar:
High speed Eurostar to Paris, Gare du Nord then leave on TGV from Paris Montparnasse. This stops in Orthez and Pau, but check when booking. This is the same line that stops in Biarritz and Lourdes.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Pau: 45 km
Railway:
Orthez: 8 km
Ferry:
Bilbao (Spain): 223 km
Activities near Orthez
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Jacuzzi / Hot tub, Log fire, DVD player
General:
Central heating, Video player, CD player, Games room, Satellite TV
Single beds (2), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 6
Other:
Please check with the advertiser regarding linen and towels. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: Our aim is to provide our guests with a relaxing haven for all seasons.
Downstairs, the open-plan sitting/dining/kitchen allows the chef to still be part of the company. In addition to UK/French TV, DVD player and CD player, we offer a small library books (in English) and DVDs. (An additional baby gate is available plus high chair, push chair, baby monitor and baby bath can be requested.)
For our winter guests, there is the cosiness of central heating plus the use of a log fire, (wood extra).
For the convenience of our more senior guests, one of the bedrooms is downstairs and has its own direct access to the garden. This has the en-suite shower room. With the downstairs WC conveniently placed at its entrance, the downstairs bedroom can be turned into totally en-suite.
Upstairs, there is the added bonus of a second sitting room with a TV for Video/ DVD; CD player. We have also provided games and children's videos to keep our young, and not so young, guests occupied. (There is a fixed Baby Gate at the top of stairs.)
Further details outdoors: Outside in the Games/Laundry room attached to barn, there is a freezer and an extra fridge, for all those market bargains. (Market Orthez - Tues) There are also more games eg mini table tennis, table hockey/football.
The property is well supplied with garden furniture - tables, chairs, sun loungers and a BBQ.
In nearby Navarrenx, you can hire bicycles and make bookings for river rafting. Navarrenx is also the salmon fishing capital of France.
Further details
Pool open from beginning of May to end of September.
Property available from 4 pm on the commencement date, although luggage may be left in the Games Room before this time at the discretion of the house manager. Property must be left by 10 am to allow cleaning.
Cleaning at commencement and end of holiday, and mid Saturday for fortnight bookings. Extra cleaning may be booked and payment made to the managers direct. Contact details on booking.
Linen and towels (not beach towels), is included throughout the year (except for House Hunter Specials).
From October to May central heating is included in the price.
Booking Form showing all Terms and Conditions is available on request.
Sorry, but for the sake of the majority of the guests, we can't allow pets.
Conditions
SPECIAL OFFERS:
BOOK 2010 NOW - for UP TO 20% OFF normal agents' prices.
To request information or make enquiries, please contact JAN at UK (0) 1235 835474, or email using the contact form below. I look forward to hearing from you.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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19 Sep 09
26 Sep 09
420£420
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26 Sep 09
3 Oct 09
420£420
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E09
3 Oct 09
19 Dec 09
390£390
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Xmas - New Year
19 Dec 09
9 Jan 10
750£750
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Ski Season 2010
9 Jan 10
13 Mar 10
600£600
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B10
13 Mar 10
1 May 10
450£450
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1 May 10
15 May 10
630£630
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22 May 10
710£710
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22 May 10
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658£658
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29 May 10
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716£716
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796£796
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26 Jun 10
3 Jul 10
957£957
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10 Jul 10
999£999
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17 Jul 10
1080£1,080
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1015£1,015
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24 Jul 10
28 Aug 10
1357£1,357
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28 Aug 10
11 Sep 10
716£716
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11 Sep 10
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660£660
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D210
18 Sep 10
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550£550
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25 Sep 10
2 Oct 10
450£450
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G10
2 Oct 10
22 Dec 10
450£450
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Xmas - New Year 10
22 Dec 10
8 Jan 11
770£770
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Ski Season 2011
8 Jan 11
12 Mar 11
720£720
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
These Rates are DISCOUNTED on normal agents' prices BY 20%!
BOOK NOW for 2010 and save plus FREE BOTTLE OF CHAMPAGNE on arrival for first 6 firm bookings.
EXTRA REDUCTIONS FOR SMALL PARTIES 2010 - for 2 people sharing room
13 March - 14 May, 22 May - 11 June, Mid Oct - 21 Dec - Extra 10% off normal agents' prices.
Refundable security deposit £150 with each booking.
CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR BOOKINGS NOW AVAILABLE!
Guestbook for Maison Hirondelle
REVIEWS 2009
"THE HOUSE IS LOVELY AND JUST AS DESCRIBED ON THE WEBSITE, WHICH IS NOT ALWAYS THE CASE." - John & Heather Kemp, June 2009
"A great location and lovely house with all amenities" "Certainly worth a reurn visit. Would certainly recommend the location and house. Superb." - Charles & Claudine Canham, Nicola and Ted Veitch September 2009
"Great refreshing week, if only it was 2." "The house has been ideal." "We got engaged." - Rebekah and Rick, September 2009
"The house is great, very rustic French charm. Every attention to detail made." "Looking forward to returning in the future" - Paul & Nicola Suckling & 4 children, August 2009
"House incredibly well equipped. Thanks. "One week was not really long enough and we look forward to returning" - Peters Family, August 2009
"Wonderful spot" "The house is homely and well-equipped. The pool and garden were a particular hit." - Jon Balscote & Family, June/July 2009
"Lovely house and scenery." - Richard Kirkham and Helen Barrett, June 2009
"Our second visit has re-affirmed our liking for the house, pool and everything. We all hope to revisit soon. Can't wait!" - Dyer Family, May 2009
"Been to many villas all over the sw of France but I must say that this one has to be in the top three. A truly beautiful setting and a lovely homely villa. " - Calderbank Family, August 2008
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Contact details for the advertiser of home 90326
Name:
Janet Fox-Davies
Tel:
+44 (0) 01235 835474
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