Prades holiday gite rental, Fuilla with walking, balcony/terrace, internet access, rural retreat, TV, DVD

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Fuilla - Gite L'Aigle (gite)

Home description

L' Aigle is a luxurious two bedroom gite (1 Double and 2 Singles), situated in the foothills of the Pyrenees. It is an ideal location for walking, cycling and generally exploring the area which is rich in historical sites and natural wonders. Alternatively, it is also an excellent location for just relaxing in the courtyard, enjoying an al-fresco meal and just generally winding down.

The property is an ideal size for four adults or a small family. The open plan living area on the ground floor is light and airy and leads via a wooden staircase to the upper floor where the bedrooms and bathroom are situated.

The well laid out master bedroom has wide doors opening out onto it's own balcony overlooking the courtyard, whilst the twin/double room is also very well proportioned and looks out over the courtyard below.

Front view of Gite showing attention to detail of renovation	Large double bedroom leads onto private balcony
Part of Sitting area	Mt. Canigou with Fuilla in foreground

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The Languedoc-Roussillon / Pyrenees-Orientales region

Languedoc-Roussillon is perfectly location to get away from the long rain filled summer in UK and Ireland positioned between the Mediterranean to the east where the beautiful sandy beaches provide long days by the sea, and the Pyrenees to the west, which offer a wealth of walking and cycling opportunities, not to mention skiing in the winter!

If you are into extreme sports they can all be done from here, with some of the worlds greatest climbing very near by. The terrine is suitable for all from beginner to the most experienced climers. We can arrange guides if you wish, also accomadation for number up to 20.

This region is a delight; the Conflent valley provides lush green scenery, with Mount Canigou dominating the skyline and the Pyrenees visible in the distance. You can be swimming in the sea in the morning, and hiking in the mountains in the afternoon. There are even thermal hot springs, so if you would like to combine the two activities we can suggest a hike AND a swim in the mountains! It really does offer you everything!

There is a lake in the local town of Vinca (15 minutes drive), with beaches, from which you can swim, sail or wind-surf, or you could just visit the popular open air swimming pool in Prades.

Weather: We benefit from being in the sunniest region of France, and enjoy warm, sunny weather from March all the way through to October. November and December are cooler but still with sunshine. January, February and March are great skiing months (35 minute drive to the ski resorts).

Prades / Fuilla area

Fuilla is a very peaceful, typical village of the region. It benefits from being located so close to the Canigou mountain giving walkers and cyclists a great starting off point for some fantastic tours. So why not give it a go and Walk to Pic du Canigou!

The house is a short drive (4 km) from the recently nominated UNESCO world heritage site of Villefranche-de-Conflent. Fuilla also benefits from a small cafe just a short walk away. There is also a grocery store in the nearby village of Sahorre, which is easily walked, so it’s easy to forget about the car for a few days, relax and unwind. It also has easy access to the main road between Perpignan and Andorra which allows the surrounding area to be explored very easily.

The nearest main town, just a few kilometres away, is Prades. A thriving market town, Prades has many great shops and restaurants as well as a lively market on both Tuesday and Saturday mornings, where you can buy local produce such as the peaches and cherries that are grown in abundance here, fresh vegetables, wonderful cheeses…. and of course the excellent wine!

There are events and festivals throughout the year. Spanish cellist Pablo Casals fled to Prades during the Spanish civil war, stayed and established the festival that now bears his name. The Catalan summer school takes over the town for two weeks in August, and there is dancing in the square every night during this period.

Just a few of the sites of interest within easy driving (or walking) distance are listed below:

*Rockpools at Sahorre (3km) - Fantastic place for just relaxing and taking a dip in the cool, clear mountain water !
*Villefranche de Conflent, a fine example of a medieval walled town and recently nominated as a UNESCO world heritage site. (4km)
* Little Yellow Train, catch this train from Villefranche-de-Conflent and enjoy the specatular mountain views right into the Pyrenees. (4 km)
* Grottes de Canalettes, magnificent renowned caves with an incredible light and sound show (4 km)
* St Martin du Canigou, 9th century abbey perched impressively high on the hillside with fantastic scenery and walks. (6 km)
* Casteill animal park (9 Km) - great fro the children.
* St Michel de Cuxa, 6th century abbey that hosts concerts during the Pablo Casals festival but is also open for viewing most of the year. (10 km)
* St Thomas les Bains, outstanding natural thermal hot springs in wonderful outdoor mountain setting. (15 km)

How to get there

Fly to Perpignan via the low-cost airlines - Ryanair, Flybe, BMIbaby or Air France - Fuilla is just 50 minutes from the airport.

Alternatively fly to (in order of closeness) Girona (Spain), Carcassonne, Montpellier, Nimes, Barcelona or Toulouse using airlines Ryanair, Easyjet, FlyBe, British Airways or Air France.

All major car rental agencies have a desk at all the airports.
On line Car rental company holiday autos.co.uk or .ie

Drive from Perpignan on RN 116 (direction Andorre), head for Prades and when you arrive on the outskirts, take directions to Villefranche-de-Conflent. Fuilla is a short distance from Villefranche.

There is a low cost bus service from Perpignan airport to the city rail station and from there Villefranche is a 35 minute train ride away. Villefranche to Fuilla is a short taxi ride (approx 10 euros).

Activities near Prades

Facilities

Further details indoors:
The ground floor is devoted completely to the large open plan living area (consisting of kitchen, dining and sitting areas).

The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need for your stay (including dishwasher). The cupboards are stocked with all the basic necessities (such as salt, pepper, herbs, spices and oils) and also the necessary cleaning products.

The dining area accommodates 6 people so it is ideal for inviting a couple of friends around for lunch or an evening meal.

The comfortable seating area seats 4 persons and includes TV, DVD and CD player. TV reception in French and English is provided along with an internet connection in case you need to stay up-to-date with things whilst you are away.

Upstairs, the two bedrooms and bathroom lead off a lobby area which is stocked with beach towels for when you want to visit the numerous pools (4 km), lakes (18 km) and beaches (45 minutes drive). Each bedroom has been exceptionally well planned to provide light and airy accommodation whilst also retaining exposed stonework to remind you of the heritage of the building. Both rooms have plenty of storage and the shower room is also supplied with basic toiletries.

All rooms are heated , and all windows are double-glazed so the gite is perfect for an all year round breaks. Don't forget about the skiing possibilities - 35 minutes drive and you arrive at the larger resorts in the area (Font Romeu and Les Angles).

Linen and towels are provided for your stay (changes weekly if your stay is more than one week). For the twin room, if you would like it made up as a double (with mattress pad), just let us know and it will be arranged.

A shared laundry (Washing and drying) facility is available for your use and is situated just across the courtyard.

To make your stay even more relaxing, we provide a small collection of books and DVDs for your use along with an up-to-date supply of local maps and the latest information on events and fêtes happening in and around the Pyrenees Oriental region.

If your stay is for a week or more, we also bring you breakfast on your first morning ..... bon appetite !
Naturally we welcome you with a wee dam....in the shape of a bottle of excellent local wine.

If you arrive late and would like a meal on arrival, this can be arranged in advance.

Further details outdoors:
Leading from the living area through large sliding double doors you will find the shared courtyard (which has full sun all day) and decking area. This area is fully equipped with barbecue, patio chairs, tables, parasols and sun loungers.

Further details

Prices include all utilities (gas, electric, oil and water), and the use of bedding and towels during your stay

Rental rates

Prices for group size 4
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Summer High	4 Jul 09	29 Aug 09	595£ 541	9082	9082	2 Nights
Autumn	29 Aug 09	3 Oct 09	450£ 409	7568	7568	2 Nights
	3 Oct 09	30 Oct 09	350£ 318	6559	6559	2 Nights
	5 Dec 09	19 Dec 09	300£ 273	6055	6055	2 Nights
Christmas	19 Dec 09	9 Jan 10	495£ 450	8073	8073	2 Nights
	9 Jan 10	27 Mar 10	320£ 291	6055	6055	2 Nights
Easter	27 Mar 10	12 Apr 10	450£ 409	8073	8073	Flexible
Early Spring	12 Apr 10	8 May 10	350£ 318	6559	6559	2 Nights
Late Spring	8 May 10	29 May 10	395£ 359	7568	7568	Flexible
Early Summer	29 May 10	3 Jul 10	450£ 409	7568	7568	2 Nights
High Summer	3 Jul 10	28 Aug 10	595£ 541	10091	10091	Flexible
Early Autumn	28 Aug 10	2 Oct 10	450£ 409	8073	8073	Flexible
Autumn	2 Oct 10	2 Nov 10	360£ 327	7064	7064	2 Nights

Prices for group size 2
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Autumn	5 Sep 09	3 Oct 09	410£ 373	0-	0-	1 Week
Late Autumn	16 Oct 09	1 Nov 09	310£ 282	0-	0-	2 Nights
Christmas	19 Dec 09	9 Jan 10	495£ 450	6055	6055	2 Nights
Winter	9 Jan 10	27 Mar 10	295£ 268	6055	6055	2 Nights
Easter	27 Mar 10	12 Apr 10	410£ 373	7064	7064	Flexible
Early Spring	12 Apr 10	8 May 10	310£ 282	6055	6055	2 Nights
Late Spring	8 May 10	29 May 10	350£ 318	6559	6559	2 Nights
Early Summer	29 May 10	3 Jul 10	395£ 359	7568	7568	2 Nights
HIgh Summer	3 Jul 10	28 Aug 10	545£ 495	9082	9082	Flexible
Early Autumn	28 Aug 10	3 Oct 10	395£ 359	7568	7568	Flexible
Autumn	3 Oct 10	2 Nov 10	310£ 282	6559	6559	2 Nights

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

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

Bookings must be confirmed by payment of a 25% non-refundable deposit by Bank Transfer

For information about short or longer stays at this property, please contact us . We do a min. of two night stays. Midweek arrivals are possible and reductions are available for longer term stays of greater than 2 weeks.

Please note we close from Monday 2nd Nov to 5th December 2009

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