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• Country: France	• Swimming Pool: Private
• County: Midi-Pyrenees	• Garden: Private
• Town: Castanet	• Balcony: Private
• Sleeps: 6 (Bedrooms: 3)	• Car Required: Required
• Changeover day: Thursday	• Transfer Info: N/A

Prices

Prices from £ 500.00 to £ 1200.00 Full rates list

 

Description
LOCATION
Pech Gary Bas is a newly converted traditional farmhouse for 6 people which sits high on a hillside overlooking the picturesque and sleepy village of Castanet. The house is secluded within over a hectare of private land, offering a relaxing and tranquil location in the heart of rolling French countryside and woodland with spectacular views over the hills and surrounding area.

Pech Gary Bas is close to the nearby villages of Monteils and Parisot which both have bakeries, small grocery shops and, very importantly, good family-run restaurants! 20 minutes away the bustling market town of Villefranche de Rouergue offers good shopping, restaurants and sightseeing. The airports of Rodez and Toulouse make Pech Gary Bas an easily accessible holiday destination.

PROPERTY
Newly restored with exposed beams and original stonework, the house retains an abundance of traditional charm yet offers excellent modern facilities and amenities. There are 3 double size bedrooms and 3 bath/shower rooms with exceptionally spacious living rooms and a fully equipped modern kitchen.

Outside, the shaped swimming pool with Roman steps is built into the hillside and has wonderful views to enjoy as you leisurely swim up and down. There are plenty of loungers and parasols on the terrace around the pool in this peaceful and secluded haven.

The pool is fully fenced for safety in accordance with strict French laws and has a constant depth of 1.3m, making it perfect for children and adults alike.

The gardens around the house are landscaped and there is a delightful sun-trap terrace in front of the house with table and chairs which is perfect for relaxing or eating al fresco.

With many trees in the grounds, there are lots of shady spots for guests to sit and enjoy a good book. The extensive grounds and surrounding countryside offer plenty of walks and nature lovers will be amazed by the varieties of wild flowers, butterflies and birds which fill this unspoilt corner of France.

The house is great for children. The owners have 2 children who delight in being able to play safely in the fields and woods around the house, untroubled by traffic.

FACILITIES:
3 double bedrooms (2 double beds and 1 twin bedded room)
2 full bathrooms and one large shower room
Private swimming pool with fenced terrace area, parasols and loungers
Washing machine, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and microwave, gas cooker (fully fitted kitchen)
Garden furniture including pool toys and BBQ
Games, books and toys
Gas and electricity included
TV with DVD player
Linen and bath towels provided
Music center with CD/radio/tape
Cot and high chair
Local English speaking caretaker nearby

INTERIOR
The ground floor of the property is extremely spacious. It offers a secluded sitting room with a wood burning stove and big sofas, perfect for reading quietly or playing family games in the evening. This leads through to a dining room with a long family table which in turn opens onto a large, open plan family living room and a fully equipped kitchen with gas cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine. There are plenty of fitted kitchen cupboards for storage and a breakfast bar for sitting at and chatting to the cook!

Leading off the family room is a double bedroom with an en suite bathroom (bath, wc and basin) and views across the countryside. There is also another large shower, basin and toilet.

There are 2 spacious bedrooms on the first floor, one with a double bed and the other has 2 singles. Both rooms have wonderful views across the countryside and vaulted ceilings with exposed beams. There is also a family bathroom equipped with bath, wc, bidet and basin.

 

 

Accommodation

• Double Beds: 2 • Twin Beds: 2 • Bathrooms: 3 • Property Size: 0 sqm • Distance from Airport: 60 km from Toulose • Central Heating • Suitable for Children

• Balcony: Private • Swimming pool: Private • Garden: Private • Suitable for Infants

 

Facilities

Accommodation Equipment:   BBQ, Cooker, Cooking Utensils/pans, Crockery, Cutlery, Dish washer, DVD, Freezer, Fridge, Glassware, Kettle, Microwave, Music Player, Oven, Radio, Television, Towels/linen, Washing Machine
Furniture - Indoor:   Cots Available
Location:   Scenic Area
Outdoors:   Balcony, Garden, Off Road Parking

 

Activities

Outdoor Activities:   Fishing, Historical Sites, Horse Riding, Mountain Biking, Swimming, Walking

 

The Area
The properties are approximately a day's drive from the Channel Ports and just over an hour from Toulouse Airport. Rodez airport is on average 1 hour 15 mins and Carcassone 2 hours to most of the properties.

All properties are just short drives 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.

All properties enjoy a panoramic view and mostly are surrounded on all sides by open countryside. The properties offer tranquility and relaxation and yet are still within easy reach of amenities.

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
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.

 

 

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