May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm Smokers welcome Self-catering
Home description
Nestling at the edge of a small hamlet is this delightful property, which enjoys lovely views and expansive family accommodation. It has a superb pool area, set in mature gardens where you can relax on the shaded terrace and enjoy the lovely view. There is an extensive shaded area for eating 'pool-side'.
4 bedrooms sleep up to 8 guests, and all rooms are tastefully decorated, light and airy and comfortably furnished.
La Contie and private pool
La Contie
Kitchen
Master Bedroom
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The Midi-Pyrenees / Tarn-et-Garonne region
The property is just short drive from Medieval towns steeped in history which still enjoy a quiet sophistication, together with friendly local people who have a warmth to match their lovely countryside. The area is unspoilt by the over-crowding of tourists experienced nowadays in many parts of France.
La Contie enjoys a panoramic view and is surrounded by open countryside. and offers tranquility and relaxation and yet are still within easy reach of amenities.
St Antonin Noble Val / Varen area
Local markets within the area are almost daily and a popular itinerary is to take in a morning market, enjoying the ambience whilst collecting wonderful local wines, cheeses, fruit and vegetables and then returning to the house for lunch and a relaxing afternoon around the pool.
Nearby are Medieval villages, Bastide towns, Chateaux, Abbeys, Churches and magnificent natural sites of outstanding beauty; whether it be wooded valleys or the meandering River Aveyron with its dramatic gorges.
ACTIVITIES Horse riding, canoeing, fishing, bird watching, rail trips, rock climbing, wine tasting, museums, pot-holing, tennis and of course walking. Golf is available at Albi (18-hole delightful course), where there is also a water-park for children. An afternoon's excursion by canoe through the Aveyron Gorge is considered a 'must' by nearly all guests.
A number of local villages and towns have interesting and colourful markets. (NB: Be sure not to miss the local market in St Antonin held on SUNDAY mornings and Villefranche on Thursdays).
EXCURSIONS BY CAR Within short driving distances, excursions can also be made to a number of fascinating towns and villages including Cordes, Albi, Najac, Cahors, St Antonin Noble Val and Bruniquel, all of which are well worth a visit. The larger towns house excellent restaurants to cater for all budgets.
How to get there
BY CAR For your route planner try www.theaa.com or www.viamichelin.com.
Allow a day's drive from your port of entry - approximately 8+ hours. It is now possible to remain on motorways all the way from Calais (dual carriageway around Paris).
For Cross Channel offers do try www.ferrysavers.com or www.ferrysmart.co.uk.
BY AIR We have 3 airports which are within easy reach of our properties.
Times from St Antonin Noble Val: Toulouse 1 hour Carcassone 2 hours Rodez 1.5 hours
Airlines with direct flights into our region: www.airfrance.com www.britishairways.com www.easyjet.com www.bmibaby.com www.flybe.com www.ryanair.com
Single beds (2), Double beds (3), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 9, Sleeps maximum of 8
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ, Childrens pool
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: Entry to the grounds is through iron gates and, passing the pool and games room, you enter through the courtyard where you come to the main entrance to the house.
The large dining and kitchen area are combined and measure 11m by 6m. The kitchen is fully equipped with oven, fridge, microwave and dishwasher. There is a utility room with a washing machine, a walk-in larder and an additional fridge/freezer. Close by there is the main bathroom with bath, toilet and shower.
From the other side of the entranceway is the downstairs lounge, which has a television for use with the videos and comfortable seating. From the kitchen the double doors lead onto an external covered terrace area, being one of the places you can choose to eat in the shade and enjoy the south-facing garden, which is laid to lawn with fruit trees in abundance.
On the first floor there is another extensive lounge measuring 10m x 5m. Through an attractive stone arch there is a pretty alcove. From here leads through to one of the bedrooms, passing a bathroom and toilet. There is a further bedroom on this south-facing side of the house. Both bedrooms have lovely views across the open countryside.
On the opposite side of the lounge, through a doorway and up some stairs, you reach the large master bedroom. Taking the next staircase leads you to the fourth bedroom which has twin beds, which whilst in the eaves of the house is a large and comfortable room.
Further details outdoors: Private swimming pool, 10m x 5m. Sports room with table tennis and darts. Loungers for all, BBQ. Boules, pool toys and paddling pool. Towels and linen provided.
Further details
Please note there is a no smoking policy in the house
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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May 08
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575£ 575
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850£ 850
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1100£ 1,100
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995£ 995
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850£ 850
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
please note there are no hidden extras
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Contact details for home 4503
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Name:
Jan Alder
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Advertiser joined: 28 Sep 2003 This property added: 4 Jan 2005
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