May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
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Maison Tillac is a beautifully renovated 19th century farm worker's cottage with attached barn in the medieval village of Tillac in Gascony in South West France. It can be rented as two separate gîtes ("Le Cottage" and "La Grange") or as a whole. Sightseeing, walking, cycling, golf, tennis, horse riding, fishing are all available in the area. Maison Tillac is ideal for a relaxing or active holiday in the beautiful Gascon countryside.
Situated in the Gers at the edge of a delightful 14th century village with facilities, Maison Tillac combines the best of the old with the best of the new. In the conversion the owners have endeavoured to retain as much of traditional design as possible, but have combined this with a level of comfort and range of facilities that will appeal to the discerning traveller.
Maison Tillac
Alfresco Dining
Medieval Tillac
La Grange Living Room
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The Midi-Pyrenees / Gers region
Gers lies at the heart of the pre-revolutionary region of Gascony. Although Gascony no longer exists in administrative terms, it still lives on in the emotions of the Gascon people and in the simple pleasures of life - the beautiful rolling countryside, the rural activities, the fine traditional food and drink - including the gourmet treats of foie gras and confit de canard. There are many good, inexpensive restaurants in the area serving these traditional delights as well as a selection serving a broader range of fine gourmet food. Madiran, St. Mont, Jurancon and Pacherenc wines, and, of course, fiery Armagnac, can all be tasted at the producing chateaux, domaines and chais.
Tillac area
Maison Tillac is situated one minute's walk from the local epicerie with the tastiest croissants, two from the best butcher in the area, three from the village bar and restaurant, and the tennis court and four minutes drive from an 18-hole golf course. Maison Tillac is ideal for a relaxing holiday in the beautiful Gascon countryside. Marciac, with its International Jazz Festival, Mirande for Country Music and Vic Fezensac for Salsa are all very close by.
Tillac has its Floralie, Brocante, Fete and classical music concerts. Add the rolling countryside of Gascony and its fields of smiling sunflowers, tiny villages, produce markets, quiet roads and lots of sunshine and you have the magic ingredients for the best of holidays.
The following list gives more details of the things to do and places to go within easy reach of Maison Tillac:
Golf Du Chateau de Pallanne - Now a well respected course of 18 holes par 72, featuring the already famous par 5 of 556 metres is only 3 kilometers away.
Marciac International Jazz Festival - First two weeks of August - World class jazz to suit every taste.
Mirande Festival of Country Music - Mid-July – Seventy concerts and events from morning to night.
Vic Fezensac Tempo Latino Festival - End of July – A celebration of Afro-Cuban and Latino music and culture.
Tillac Classical Music Concerts - Every summer – Concerts in the acoustically rich Tillac church.
Chateau de Lavardens - Annual Art Exhibition – Featuring paintings, sculptures, lithographs and illustrations by famous artists.
L'Abbaye de Flaran - not only a beautiful Cistercian Abbey but also an important cultural centre, art exhibition and concert venue.
Nogaro's Paul Armagnac Racing Circuit - where you can watch Formula 3 and other races and even learn how to race yourself.
Thermes D'Armagnac - the castle of Joan of Arc's battle companion with its "Museum of the Gascon Plume".
Larressingle - a beautifully preserved tiny fortified village (a "mini-Carcassonne").
Barran - with its twisted church spire.
L'Isle-de-Noé - in the arms of a river surrounding its 18th century chateau.
Bassoues' 43m high donjon museum - describing the histories of nearby villages.
Seviac's gallo-roman villa near to Montreal.
Fources - one of the prettiest of small villages, unusual for its circular shape.
Éauze - the heart of Armagnac country with an archaeological museum.
Riscle's Gascon museum.
Auch - with its imposing statue of d'Artagnan and its beautiful cathedral with superb choir stalls and stained glass.
Condom - gothic cloisters, Armagnac museum and cellars, a navigable river and - inevitably, the "Museum of the Condom".
Mirande - unique church and Beaux Arts museum.
Lectoure - thermal centres for "taking the cure".
Fleurance - fine market square and church with superb stained glass.
Pyrenees - Winter sports and walking/climbing/potholing at other times.
Pic-du-Midi - Astronomical observatory and museum - fabulous views.
In addition it is only two hours to Biarritz and the Atlantic coast with its hundreds of miles of fine sandy beaches (with, in certain seasons the best surfing in Europe) and it is only 1½ hours through the Pyrenees into Spain.
How to get there
Many low price airlines serve a number of airports surrounding Tillac. These provide a wide range of services from many UK and other European cities.
The two nearest are:
Pau (1hr 10mins) – Ryanair from Stansted; Transavia from Schipol; Air France from Paris.
Toulouse (1hr 40mins) - Easyjet from Bristol, Gatwick, Paris, Madrid; Jet2.com from Belfast, Manchester, Leeds; Flybe from Birmingham; Aer Lingus from Dublin; BA from Gatwick; Germanwings from Hamburg; Air France From Paris.
Other amenable airports include: Biarritz, Bergerac, Bordeaux and Carcassonne.
All the major car hire companies are represented at all of these airports, check with your airline for special deals.
Getting to Tillac from Pau, Toulouse or the other convenient airports involves an easy drive on relatively quiet roads through the delightful Gascon countryside. Full and detailed maps and routes (courtesy of the ViaMichelin web site) will be sent to all our guests to help you to find us.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Pau 86Km, Toulouse 114Km
Railway:
Tarbes (TGV) - 35mins - 39Km
Activities near Tillac
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Golf less than 15 mins walk Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats A winter sun break Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Log fire, Internet access, DVD player
General:
Central heating, TV, CD player, Telephone, Wi-fi available
Single beds (4), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 8, Sleeps maximum of 8
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: La Grange has an open plan living, dining and fully equipped kitchen area - with ceramic tiled floor and some exposed stone walls. There is a traditional wood burning "Godin" pôele (stove), a storage area which houses the electricity control unit and hot water system with room for cleaning and ironing utensils. A door leads to the illuminated rear terrace and pool.
Through a double door there is a ground floor double bedroom with exposed stone wall, a 140cm bed, bedside tables, en-suite with tiled walk-in shower, toilet, washbasin, mirror, electric point, etc., and a separate recess for hanging and storing clothes. There is a separate front entrance to this room so it can be let out on its own or, out of season, with the living/dining/kitchen area as a ground floor apartment for two people. It has its own mini-fridge, electric kettle and coffee-maker for two. A TV can be installed. A round table and 2 chairs can be used in the room or outside on the front porch.
From the main living area, a flight of wooden stairs leads to a corridor with exposed stone walls giving access to 3 bedrooms, all of which have parquet flooring, original vaulted ceilings and columbage.
The first bedroom is a twin-bedded room with 2 beds of 80cms each, a clothes recess, chair, bedside tables and lights, en-suite with tiled walk-in shower, toilet, washbasin, mirror, electric point, etc. It would be possible to add a third bed.
The second bedroom has a 140cm double bed, recess for clothes, chair, bedside tables and lights, en-suite tiled walk-in shower, toilet, washbasin, mirror, etc.
The third bedroom, the largest, has a 170cm double bed that can be separated into twin beds of 90cm and 80cm. It has a large walk-in recess for clothes and luggage, chair and bedside tables and lights. There is space for an additional single bed or a cot. The tiled en-suite bathroom has a bath with a shower attachment, toilet, washbasin, mirror, electric point, etc.
Further details outdoors: Maison Tillac is approached via its own entrance off a 'chemin rural' and has parking for at least four vehicles. The large enclosed front garden has trees, shrubs, lawns, flowers and seating area. Each gîte has a rear covered terrace with al fresco dining facilities and a small garden from where you can watch the setting sun. The illuminated swimming pool, 11m x 5 m, has a douche solaire, sunbathing terraces, parasols and loungers and is surrounded by oleanders and other flowering shrubs.
Further details
La Grange has a downstairs bedroom, which is ideal for those who prefer not to climb stairs. There is a separate front entrance to this room so it can be let out on its own or, out of season, with the living area as a ground floor apartment for two people. If you are interested in renting this room by itself, or with the downstairs living room, contact us for a quote.
Conditions
Because of the presence of exposed beams we respectfully request guests not to smoke in the building.
We have a dog of our own and as we live adjacent to Maison Tillac, it is not usually possible for us to accept guests with their own pets.
To meet French Government requirements we have fitted a pool alarm. However, it is ultimately the responsibility of the guests to supervise the safe use of the pool.
Arrival after 4.00pm and departure by 10.00am.
A deposit of 30% secures your booking. The balance (plus a returnable security deposit of £250 per gite) is due 8 weeks prior to arrival. For bookings made less than 8 weeks prior to arrival full payment will be required at the time of booking.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
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Low Season
2 Apr 08
5 Apr 08
800£ 630
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Mid Season
5 Apr 08
28 Jun 08
1090£ 858
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High Season
28 Jun 08
30 Aug 08
1595£ 1,256
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Mid Season
30 Aug 08
11 Oct 08
1090£ 858
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Low Season
11 Oct 08
20 Dec 08
800£ 630
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Christmas/New Year
20 Dec 08
3 Jan 09
1090£ 858
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. Maison Tillac consists of two separate gites that can be rented separately or as one whole property giving six bedrooms, all with ensuite bath- or shower-rooms, catering for up to 13 people.
The tariff for the WHOLE PROPERTY is: Low Season - 1160 Euro Mid Season & Christmas/New Year - 1750 Euro High Season - 2550 Euro
Guestbook
"We have most enjoyed our stay in your beautifully restored gite, "Le Cottage". Many thanks for your gracious hospitality and your excellent recommendations. We wish you lots of luck with your business & hope to be back in the future!" - Kindest regards, Eileen, Bill, Claire, Niall & Cian.
"We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The accommodation is marvellous - comfy beds & lovely loos. Swimming pool kept us fit. Sunshine super. THANK YOU VERY MUCH." Love Isobel & Jerry Green.
"Best wishes for Christmas and the New Year. May your gites flourish in 2006! We had a wonderful time, fabulous accommodation and beautiful countryside." Best wishes, Chris + Paul (Long let clients).
"Great accommodation in a beautiful spot in France. Thank you so much for a super stay - a lot of fun was had by all." With very best wishes from Chris & Sue, Gill & Colin.
"We did so enjoy our stay at Maison Tillac in May and hope that at least some of us will return in the not too distant future. This comes with all good wishes for a merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year 2007." Kind regards, From Gillian and Bill Morgan. (They are returning again this year!)
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Contact details for home 27189
Please mention Holiday Lettings
Name:
Madeleine and Tony Clifford-Winters
Tel:
+33 (0)562 093908
Fax:
+33 (0)562 093908
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Advertiser joined: 4 May 2007 This property added: 4 May 2007
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