May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
"Au bord de L'Eau" overlooks the Aveyron river. Situated in a pretty garden with it's own private terrace it is the ideal location for exploring both St Antonin Noble Val and the surrounding area. Great for those who want to enjoy all that this region has to offer: cycling, hiking, canoeing, rock climbing, fishing and birdwatching to name a few activities. Maybe visit the Sunday farmer's market , sample the delights of the restaurants and cafes in the village, explore ruined castles and gothic cathedrals nearby or join in with one of the many local festivals.
A great plus of this property is that all most of the above activities are in the village of St Antonin so there's no need to worry about who drives home or where to find a parking space!
studio and terrace
view from studio door
View of the Aveyron Valley
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The Midi-Pyrenees / Tarn-et-Garonne region
Saint Antonin Noble Val is truly one of the most picture perfect in France. Unspoiled by modern influences, the town sits in a spectacular location beside the towering Roc d’Anglars in the valley of the River Aveyron. The buildings of the town are traditional and extremely pretty, with red tiled sloping rooftops and old mellow stone walls soaking up the warm sun which blesses the region for much of the time.
It is hardly surprising that Saint Antonin was chosen for a film set, as when you conjure up an image of a classic French village in your head, it is Saint Antonin that comes to mind. The broad sweep of the lovely River Aveyron adds to this tranquil atmosphere, and keeps the countryside lush, green and fertile.
Saint Antonin is justifiably famous for its superb Sunday market, where local produce and handicrafts are always on sale. It’s a great social occasion too! There are some good restaurants for those long lazy evenings when you don’t want to cook, and eating out is a good way of meeting the local people and enjoying the many gastronomic specialities of the area.
St Antonin Noble Val area
In the village there is access to a number of outdoor cenntres - biking, canoeing (spend a day rafting down the Averyon and navigate 5 weirs as well as the shute!), rock climbing, hang-gliding etc. as well as an open air pool (June to Aug)
3km from the village there is the Grotte de Bosc - an exhiliratingly narrow cave to explore
20km away you'll find -Parisot lake - A large area for all the family to relax in. Regular special events in summer. -Beaulieu Abbey - A former Cistercian Abbey, now restored and well worth a visit to the cloisters, main church, contemporary art gallery and regular musical events in the summer.
25 / 30km away -Cordes sur Ciel (of the sky)c - a dramatic village perched high up on a hill wwith regular summer events and night markets. -Najac - visit this runied chateau which is balanced precariously over the clff edge.
Further afield - 35 - 40km -Albi - home to the Toulouse Lautrec Museum and enormous Cathedral -Cahors - a town which sits on a oxbow bend in the river with stunning buildings and bridges to explore. Gaillac and Cahors vinyards 80km -Toulouse - La Ville en Rose a marvelous place to spend the day either wandering through the streets, walking a part of the midi canal or visiting one of the numerous tourist attractions.
Throughout the year there are a whole host of festivals to go to: A few are:
Fête de la Musique - 21st June - a country wide festival whcih celebrates the true diversity of music (St Antonin's is 3 minutes from the studio!) Fête des Battages - 1st weekend in August - a day long festival of traditional farming techniques culminating in a 6 course open air meal. Fête de la pomme - Sept - where you can make you own apple juice! Fêtes Médiévales - July - a weekend long festival in nearby Corde sur Ciel which includes all manner of medieval activities Fête de N'Oeuf - an Easter festival with over one hundred 70cm tall eggs decorated by local artisans and businesses and displayed through the cobbled streets.
Plus during the summer months each village has it's own week long summer festival which can include drama, night markets, outdoor discos and generally a firework display. In the village of St Antonin the festival is in August and has a magnificent firework display over the Averyron river. Please feel free to call or email if you have specific dates in mind and I will let you know what's happening when.
How to get there
It takes around 8- 9hours to get to the property from Calais ( speed ferries is the cheapest ferry handler)- the drive is long but very stress free. We have done the journey in one day and broken it up by staying near Paris / Versailles for a day or two - both very manageable If flying, the village of St Antonin Noble val is situated: 1hour 15 minutes from Toulouse airport( (easyjet, BA, flybe, jet2) and Rodez airport (ryanair)
Just over 2 hours from Carcassone (ryanair) 2 hours 30 minutes from Limoges (ryanair, bmibaby), Bergerac (ryanair, flybe) and Bordeaux (bmibaby)
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Toulouse / Rodez: 80 km
Railway:
Caussade: 20 km
Ferry:
Calais: 800 km
Activities near St Antonin Noble Val
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
DVD player
General:
Central heating, TV, CD player, Table tennis, Wi-fi available
Standard:
Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer
Utilities:
Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer
Rooms:
Ensuite (1), Shower rooms (1), WCs (1)
Furniture:
Double beds (1), Dining seating for 2, Sleeps maximum of 2
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Shared outdoor pool (unheated), Shared garden, BBQ, Bicycles available
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: Inside you'll find a newly renovated shower room (towels provided) and a fully functioning kitchenette complete with a microwave/ grill, electric hob and fridge freezer. Sleeping is a double bed ( linen included).For eating there is a compact dining table and chairs for eating inside but most people prefer to eat outside either on the the private terrace or on the nearby shaded patio which overlooks the river. A flat screen TV / DVD player is available for those nights in ( we have plenty of films for you to borrow), as well as a choice of games / books for your pleasure.
Further details outdoors: Outside on the terrace you can relax on the sunloungers , barbecue to your hearts delight or cool down in the plunge pool. The garden is shared with just the family but feel free to wander and enjoy the stunning views of the limestone cliffs or challenge each other to a game of table tennis on the all weather outdoor table.
Further details
- A welcome pack can be provided ( extra charge) - Swimming pool unheated - Garden is shared with the owners of the house. - English-speaking representative on hand to answer any questions.
Conditions
-A well-behaved dog is allowed but sorry, no cats. -Strictly no smoking -25% of rental fee due six weeks before your stay to secure booking.
Rental rates
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
We can accept payments by cheque or bank transfer in GBP or Euros.
Guestbook
We've stayed here 3 times now and love the fact that it is so close to everything. We ate out nearly everynight and didn't have to worry about who drove home. Mrs T (Bow)
Clean and functional - views are breathtaking - Jim (Essex)
C'est magnifique! Phillippe (Brittany)
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Contact details for home 56083
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Name:
Victoria Hackett
Tel:
+33 5 63675741
Mobile:
+33 6 30357036
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Advertiser joined: 26 Jun 2008 This property added: 26 Jun 2008
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