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Cottage |1 bedroom |Sleeps 2

Varaire in Midi-Pyrenees

£11–£57 / night
£80–£400 / week

7 nights minimum stay

Changeover Saturday

4 out of 5

2 reviews | Write a review

Key info  Swimming pool, car advised, no pets allowed

About the home

Le Nid was built in 1766 and has quite a romantic history. It was originally built as the hunting lodge for the then Duke of Toulouse. During WW II it was used to hide arms for the French Resistance.

The cottage is self-contained, accommodates 2 adults comfortably and comprises:

Loft bedroom with double bed and ensuite bathroom with shower
Beautiful open design main floor with comfortable settee and chair
Kitchen area with small fridge, stove-top (no oven), microwave, toaster, coffeepot, kettle, dishes, utensils, cookware, etc
Seating area with dining table for 4

The cottage shares the pool and garden with Serenity - the main house. There are several eating areas in the garden.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
The cottage is an excellent get-away for two. The main floor consists of lounge, kitchen and eating area. Note that there is no oven, just a stove top. The bedroom and bathroom are located upstairs.

Further details outdoors:
The garden is fenced and has a variety of fruit and nut trees, lavender, roses and potted plants.
The garden has several eating areas - providing you a variety of both sun and shade, depending on the time of day. The cottage shares the garden and pool with the main house - Serenity.

Further details

The pool is salt water, with Roman steps for easy access. The garden is fenced and the pool is alarmed. There are lounge chairs available. Pool towels are not provided.

The property may not be suitable for those who have difficulty with stairs as the bedroom is upstairs and there are several steps in accessing the garden from the cottage.

Conditions

50% non-refundable deposit required on Booking and balance payable 4 weeks before arrival. A 200 Euro security deposit for breakage/damage and cleanliness is also required 4 weeks prior. The deposit is refunded via bank transfer, PayPal or post (subject to satisfactory inspection of the property) within 14 days of Departure, less any applicable deduction.
The house must be left in same condition as arrival, or you may pay 50Euros for cleaning.
Arrival after 4p.m.
Departure before 10a.m.

Pool May to September inclusive.

Cancellation terms detailed on Booking Form.

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Pool View

 

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Le Nid - exterior view

 

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Main floor - lounge area

 

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Kitchen area

The Midi-Pyrenees / Lot region

Located in the South West of France, the Midi Pyrenees sweeps north from the snow-capped peaks of the Pyrénées at the Basque borderland of Spain to the foothills of the Massif Central. With an average of 2000 hours of sunshine per year, it is one of the sunniest regions of France. With its gentle climate, spring comes early, and has a feel of summer to it, while autumn often enjoys the warmth of an Indian summer long into October. The terrain ranges from rolling farmland, vineyards and orchards to dramatic landscapes scored by spectacular gorges, rocky outcroppings, and extended plateaus.

From its fertile farms and forests, Midi-Pyrénées has developed a special cuisine. It is the home of authentic Roquefort cheese, foie gras, truffles, and the best cassoulet and duck dishes in the world. It produces Cahors and Gaillac wines, as well as Armagnac, the golden colored brandy, prized by connoisseurs.

The Midi Pyrenees is steeped in history, from the many romantic, medieval villages, fortress towns and churches, to the prehistoric painted caves of Peche Merle

The Varaire area

The property is nestled in the southeast corner of Lot and is nearby the borders of Aveyron, Tarn and Tarn et Garonne.

Many of the most well known and prettiest villages in France are a short drive away. Visit St Cirq Lapopie, St Antonin de Noble Val, Cordes sur Ciel, Rocamadour, and Belcastel to name a few.

One of the most interesting outings of the week is to visit the local markets. On Sunday visit the market at nearby Limogne en Quercy (also famous for its truffle market) or St Antonin. Saturdays, try the market in Cahors (the capital of Lot), and on Thursdays, visit the market in Villefranche de Rouergue.

Recreational opportunities abound. The river Lot is considered one of the most beautiful in France and it is well known for its kayaking and boating. There are several golf courses in Lot/Aveyron, the closest being 20 min away in Villefranche de Rouergue. There are lakes nearby at Parisot and Bannac.

Many come to the area for walking, cycling and hiking. There are many lovely trails through the forests. As well, Varaire is on the path of one of the Pilgrim Roads to Santiago de Compstela (Way of St James), the Chemin du Puy. The Way of St James has existed for over a thousand years and was one of the most important Christian pilgrimages during medieval times. It is the pilgrimage to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela in Spain where tradition has it that the remains of the apostle Saint James are buried.

How to get there

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The property is about a 20 minute drive East off of the A20. The closest airports are either Rodez or Toulouse Blagnac (both approx 1.5 hr drive). Car rental is available at both airports. By train, the closest train station is at Villefranche de Rouergue (20 mins).

Activities near Varaire

Reviews

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06 May 2012

“Lovely cottage in the lovely Lot” Le Nid is a beautiful old property in the small village of Varaire, which is on the pilgrimage route of St Jacques de Compostelle. We stumbled upon it by pure chance on a website and are so pleased that we did. The cottage itself is immaculate and has character in abundance such as old oak beams and a huge open fireplace. There is a lovely garden area with plenty of places to relax and eat out in the sunshine, which we did on more than one occasion, even at Easter time. The cottage has everything anyone could need, making it a real 'home from home'. Le Nid is a good base to explore the Lot Valley and the Aveyron Valley and wow, what an area! There are plenty of things to see and do, from walks and scenic drives to local Chateaux, from rivers to markets and old villages. We found the owner of the cottages to be efficient and helpful but also lovely and friendly. We would not hesitate in highly recommending Le Nid and the Lot Valley for a great holiday experience. Anita and Steve B

20 Jun 2011

“The loviest part of France we have visited so far!” Quiet cottage in lovely rural village and surrounding area with many of Frances most beautiful medieval towns all within easy driving distance. The cottage is 17th century with a mezzanine floor for the bedroom which is the only reason it can not really be recommended for elderly or disabled. A romantic cottage with a private garden and pool which we managed to use a few times even though we were not blessed with the best weather! The local people are very freindly and helpful and we were even handed cherries and truffles whilst on our evening walks after dinner! We ate out a couple of times and the food was delicious each time. Lovely two weeks and good value. Thank you Marion & Graham for looking after us.

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Rental prices

Prices for group size 2
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Winter Season	26 Nov 11	5 May 12	100€ 100	-	-	1 Week
Mid Season	5 May 12	30 Jun 12	300€ 300	-	-	1 Week
High Season	30 Jun 12	1 Sep 12	500€ 500	-	-	1 Week
Mid Season	1 Sep 12	3 Nov 12	300€ 300	-	-	1 Week
Winter Season	3 Nov 12	4 May 13	100€ 100	-	-	1 Week

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

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

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

- Electricity, linen and bath towels are included

- Additional beds: Additional beds can be made available if your group size exceeds 2. (These are bunkbeds which fit easily into the bedroom . There is an extra cost for this and it must be agreed prior to booking)

-Contact owners for winter rates which are variable depending on length of stay

We accept payment via PayPal, including credit cards

Rates are payable in Euros. 50% is payable at date of booking, with full balance due 4 weeks prior to arrival

No smoking allowed on the property

Regrettably, no pets allowed.

1. To book the accommodation, please contact owners for the Booking Form and submit with the booking deposit. Details can be discussed with owner upon contact . Upon receipt and clearance of the deposit, your reservation will be confirmed by email. Please do not hesitate to contact the owner if you have any questions.

2. Weekly bookings run for 7 nights - Check-in after 16:00 on Saturday until check-out before 10:00 the following Saturday. (Some flexibility with changeover days may be possible in the mid and winter seasons. The balance of the cost of the rental must be received 4 weeks before the first day of the holiday. Reservations made within 4 weeks of the start of the holiday require full payment at the time of booking.

3. A refundable security deposit of 200 euros is payable with final payment and will be refunded with 14 days of your stay, subject to damage inspection

Availability

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