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Spacious stone farmhouse with pool on the border of Tarn/Aveyron — Property 56316

  • 6x double bedrooms, 6x ensuite bathrooms, sleeps 12
  • Location: Villefranche de Rouergue Aveyron, Midi-Pyrenees, France

Summary of the farmhouse, 6 bedrooms, sleeps 12

Summary of the farmhouse, 6 bedrooms, sleeps 12
Contact Barry & Suzanne Bawtree
+33 (0)565 814585
Property type:
farmhouse, detached, 168 m²
Location type:
Rural
Highlights:
Outdoor pool, Garden, Terrace
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  • Pets allowed
  • Swimming pool
  • Garden
  • Family friendly
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Spacious Stone Farmhouse

Spacious Stone Farmhouse

The Dining Deck

The Dining Deck

The Sunset Room

The Sunset Room

The Pool with a View

The Pool with a View

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Spacious stone farmhouse with pool on the border of Tarn/Aveyron

Les Chataigniers ia a classic 'courtyard farmhouse': a spacious stone farmhouse with its adjoining 'dining deck', six ensuite double bedrooms, an enormous games room across the courtyard and a swimming pool with a fantastic unspoilt view. All our visitors remark on the feeling of 'space': inside the farmhouse, in the clubhouse, at the pool and in the surroundings. All this is enhanced by the the spectacular view over the valley to the south. The hamlet, Campels, on the Tarn/Aveyrron borders, is at the end of the road with no through traffic. Les Chataigniers is off its square to the south with only valleys, woods and fields in its outlook. If you are a group of friends, family, extended family, colleagues etc. looking for tranquility where you can enjoy each others company but escape to your own 'space' when you need to - you will find it at Les Chataigniers.

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Location Villefranche de Rouergue Aveyron < Midi-Pyrenees < France

Spacious stone farmhouse with pool on the border of Tarn/Aveyron Villefranche de Rouergue Aveyron < Midi-Pyrenees < France
Map location symbol marks the location of this property in Aveyron
Location
Nearest airport: Rodez at 50 kilometres
Nearest motorway: A75 .junc.54 or A10 junc.42 at 90 kilometres
Nearest ferry port: Le Havre at 800 kilometres
Nearest railway station: Villefranche de Rouergue at 30 kilometres
Car: necessary

A RICH LOCATION Rich in history back to roman times, through the period of the independent Great Nobles, the Hundred Year's war, the Inquisition and the Crusades (particularly against the Albigensian Heresy and the Cathars in the 12th./13th. centuries), the region abounds with Chateaux, Cathedrals/Churches/Abbeys, Manoirs etc.,from those turbulent years of Europe. Bastide towns at Najac, Cordes, Villefranche de Rouergue, La Sauveterre de Rouergue are all close by. Colourful weekly markets take place in the local towns and fetes with their 'repas dansant' in the villages. Albi's rich heritage includes the Toulouse-Lautrec museum, impressive Cathedral. REGIONAL FOOD Our region specialises in duck, 'Veau d'Aveyron and excellent cheeses with the vineyards of Gaillac and Languedoc-Rousillion close-by giving an impressive choice of wines. Basic regional 3 course meals are available from €12 up to Michelin starred restaurants all within 40 minutes drive.

Local activities cycling, fishing, golf, horse riding, mountain biking, paragliding, roller blading, sailing, ski, swimming, tennis, walking, water skiing, wind-surfing



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Availability for the farmhouse in Midi-Pyrenees, France

Last updated on:
Friday, 04 April 2008
Changeover day:
Saturday
Normal availability
All year

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Rental during the period 28 October to 28 April by request; At this time one can enjoy the tranquility and walking in our area but the weather can be 'variable' and the pool is not available.

Rental rates for the farmhouse in Midi-Pyrenees, France

Rental basis is per property to be paid in:
Euros
Rental Rates
  Dates Rates  
Period name Begins Ends Weekly Weekend per night Midweek per night Minimum stay
peak 12 Jul 2008 29 Aug 2008 EUR 2755 - - 1 Week

*Please Note: The owner of this property accepts payment in the original currency specified, before use of conversion tool. The conversion tool is provided for your convenience only. The owner may accept other currencies if specifically agreed in advance.

Notes to the rental rates

  • PAYMENT & EXTRAS
    PAYMENT can be made in pounds sterling at the exchange spot rate at the time of the payment.
    DEPOSIT 20% with booking
    LINEN - Bedroom linen, Towels and Swimming towels are all provided
    MAID SERVICE can be arranged with prior notice
    DELICIOUS DINNERS [Regional cooking] can be prepared, cooked and delivered for your table for a special evening particularly if you want to avoid driving afterwards! Prior notice is required
    SHOPPING - if you will not be able to visit a shop on the way to us, we can purchase supplies on your behalf to get you through the first day. Prior notice needed.
  • THE NEGATIVES!
    Sorry no PETS.
    For the SMOKERS:The house is a 'no smoking area', we ask you to smoke outside and please dispose of your butts 'tidily'.
  • OUTSIDE THE SEASON
    Please ask for prices and availability outside the rental prices shown
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Accommodation and Facilities for the farmhouse in Midi-Pyrenees, France

Property type:
  • farmhouse , detached
Accommodation type:
  • self-catering
Floor area:
  • 168 m²
Location type:
  • Rural
Theme:
  • away from it all, family
General:
  • towels provided, central heating, linen provided, telephone
Kitchen:
  • freezer, oven, grill, microwave, hob, fridge, dish washer, 4 ring stove, washing machine
Living room:
  • fireplace seating for 12 people
Dining:
  • dining area, child's highchair seating for 12 people
Bathrooms:
  • 6 bathrooms
  • Bathroom1 - Toilet,Shower Enclosure,Bidet,En-suite,
  • Bathroom 2 - Toilet,Shower Enclosure,Bidet,En-suite,
  • Bathroom 3 - Toilet,Shower Enclosure,Bidet,En-suite,
  • Bathroom 4 - Toilet,Shower Enclosure,Bidet,En-suite,
  • Bathroom 5 - Toilet,Shower Enclosure,Bidet,En-suite,
  • Bathroom 6 - Toilet,Shower Enclosure,Bidet,En-suite,
  • An Ensuite Bathroom adjoins each bedroom. Towels provided for bathrooms. Specific towels also for the swimming pool. A Cloakroom with wc and handbasin is located at the entrance hall.
Bedrooms:
  • 6 bedrooms , sleeps maximum of 12 people
  • Sunset room - 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed, Bed can be split to twin beds
  • Wardrobe room - 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed, Bed can be split to twin beds
  • Birdsong room - 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed, bed can be split to twin beds
  • Limetree - 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed, bed can be split to twin beds
  • Brass room - 1 Double Bed
  • Sumac room - 1 Double Bed
  • 6x Comfortable Bedrooms: Les Chataigniers retains the rustic nature of our region but the bedrooms are individually decorated with attractive soft furnishings. All 6 bedrooms have double beds and 4 can be unzipped to form twins if required. Each has its own ensuite shower, wc and handbasin. Two cots and a crib are available plus a put-u-up bed to squeeze in an additional child. All bedrooms have ensuite shower/basin/wc.
Entertainment:
  • cd, audio tape player, stereo system, DVD, tv, video player, radio
Outside:
  • barbecue, balcony, car, parking, terrace, garden, 24 garden chairs, 8 beach chairs
Swimming pools:
  • outdoor pool
Suitability:
  • low allergen environment, pets considered, children welcome
Notes:

The beamed sitting room, dining room, kitchen with dining deck adjoin each othergiving easy flow of activities, inside and out amongst friends or family. 6x spacious Bedrooms: Les Chataigniers retains the rustic nature of our region but the bedrooms are individually decorated with attractive soft furnishings. All 6 bedrooms have double beds and 4 can be unzipped to form twins if required. Each has its own ensuite shower, wc and handbasin. The Kitchen: has 2 modern electric ovens, 4 electric hobs, 2 gas hobs, 'American' style fridge/freezer with icemaker, pots and pans for major meals, 2 independent sinks plenty of cupboard space and drawers. The Dining Room: has a rustic heavy oak table and chairs for 12, crockery, cutlery, glasses, serving dishes etc. more than adequate for 12. The Sitting Room has comfortable sofa and chairs, TV, video/dvd, CD/Radio. The Dining Deck has dining table and chairs for 12 Cellar with washing machine, sink, and clothes hanging space near boiler.

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SURROUNDINGS

COURTYARD This large open space [19mx18m] allows an evening game of boules, a Barbeque by the farmhouse steps and freedom for young children to run around in safety. CLUBHOUSE An enormous space [9mx7m] across the courtyard with table tennis table and seating, where you can hide from the noonday sun, enjoy a game of ping-pong or simply 'chill-out'. SWIMMING POOL Out from the clubhouse across a terrace with tables and chairs and down the steps is the 8m x 5m pool with its wood clad surrounds and sun deck with sunloungers. It is fully fenced and all access is individually locked. Spectacular view. LAWNED TERRACE Down the steps from the pool and from the courtyard is a terrace shaded by a willow tree for those who want to escape from the bustle' of the swimming pool area. From here you can reach the grassed games area below the pool . MEADOW Below the complex of Les Chataigners is the Meadow for you to enjoy the space or adventure down into the woods below to the stream.

SHOPPING & SERVICES

LA SALVETAT-PEYRALES [5mins] baker, butcher, grocer, tabac/newsagent, post office, garage, fuel, restaurant, bar, tourist office, internet facility. RIEUPEYROUX [15 mins] all the above plus banks and Intermarche supermarket and internet facility. CARMAUX [35 mins] HyperU and Intermarche supermarkets and railway station plus as above. Weekly Friday market. VILLEFRANCHE DE ROUERGUE [25mins] Hyperu, Leclerc, Intermarche hypermarkets; Boutiques; rail station plus all above. Weekly Thursday market. RODEZ [45mins] Geant, Leclerc, Intermarche huge hypermarkets plus all above. Airport [Ryannair to Stansted]. ALBI [45mins] as Rodez TOULOUSE [90mins] Major attractive medieval city with all the above. International Airport, rail station. TRAVEL Airports RODEZ [50mins] Ryanair-Stansted TOULOUSE [90mins] Flybe, Easyjet, BA, Air France etc. Train VILLEFRANCHE de ROUERGUE [25mins] Toulouse & Paris CARMAUX[35mins] Toulouse, Albi, Rodez TOULOUSE [90mins] TGV to Paris. Routes to

ACTIVITIES

WALKS - well marked tracks from your doorstep WATER - Levezou lakes[50mins] sailing, water-skiing, swim etc. on the 1,800hectare lakes. Najac[20mins]/villefranche de Rouergue[25mins]. La Roque[15mins] Viaur river swim & picnic. + others. HORSE-RIDING - Vabre-Tizac[20mins] + others. BICYCLE - 'Off' piste or road. FISHING - Most rivers and lakes close-by. GOLF - Albi and Rodex [45mins]. TENNIS - La Salvetat-Peyrales [5mins] DRY-SKIING, WATER SKIING, LUGE, SKATE BOARDING etc. at Cap Decouvert centre, Carmaux [40mins] VISITS - Historic sites, Bastide towns + Millau new viaduct, Micropolis insect centre etc. Med. coast.

Skiing Information:

Dry ski-ing available at Cap Decouvert near Carmaux [40 mins by car]. Water ski-ng available at the same site on cable around the lake. Cap Decouvert is the development of a massive old open-cast coalmine [ressembling an extinct volcano] and has many other facilities available on a 'daily pass' or individual basis.

Golf Information:

Golf courses at Albi and Rodez both less than an hour by car.

Featured Review

5/5

Comments from Owner Guestbook

HRGuestBook56316, HR GuestBook
Review Submitted: December 06, 2007, Date of stay: December, 2007

A great place for all our family to join us and celebrate our 70th. birthdays. from Devon 2001

Our 4th. year has been idyllic as the rest. from Surrey 2002

The best holiday venue yet - worth the drive. A marvellous tranquil venue - totally restorative. from Norway & UK 2003

Super place - appreciated the environment. I haven't been to the south of France in 50 years - what wonderful way to reconnect. from Canada & UK 2003

.. lovely family holiday. So much to do, we will need another fortnight. from Yorkshire 2004

It's difficult to sum up a week of pure bliss .. realising that I had discovered probably the finest holiday home in France.. spending a week with all my best friends. Only one regret is not having booked 2 weeks. from Dublin 2005

..there is a redolent timelessness and security to be found here. Rambling group from Kent 2005

A wonderful house which accommodated all of us magnificently .. a lovely place for our mother's 70th. birthday. from Australia 2005

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