Aveyron holiday farmhouse: Laval, Pradinas

Charming, renovated farmhouse, panoramic views, private enclosed pool

Aveyron farmhouse rental - Farmhouse, barn and pool
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Description Farmhouse, 250 m²,
5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 11, 3 Bathrooms
Facilities rural, pool, garden, terrace, balcony
Rates per property (GBP)
£900 - £1,500/week 
Brian and Ros Snow
+44 (0)1225-892339
+44 (0)797-3382028
Speaks: English, French
Contact the Owner

Photos and Description of this Aveyron holiday farmhouse 5 bedrooms (3 double, 2 twin), 3 bathrooms, sleeps 12

The property is situated on the edge of the hamlet of Laval, surrounded by beautiful countryside and approached by a quiet country lane where passing cows are more common than cars! There is generous parking, a pretty garden, an enclosed south-facing courtyard flanked by a large barn, an enclosed pool with paved terrace, an elevated timber deck and a grassed field, in all extending to 2.5 acres, with plenty of places to sit or dine in sun or shade! From the doorstep, you can gaze upon dramatic gorges and spy 5 medieval villages. Come inside, and the property is very comfortable and refurbished to a high standard - not just a gite, but our home for most of the year. It comprises a four bedroom house, all with good quality beds, a particularly well equipped kitchen, a sitting room with comfortable sofa and armchairs, two modern bathrooms and a laundry room. The adjoining barn contains a further spacious family bedroom, a large games room, a huge summer kitchen and a further bathroom
Aveyron farmhouse rental - Farmhouse, barn and pool

Farmhouse, barn and pool
Aveyron farmhouse rental - View of pool, poolhouse and garden from house

View of pool, poolhouse and garden from house
Aveyron farmhouse rental - Kitchen /Dining room

Kitchen /Dining room
Aveyron farmhouse rental - Lounge

Lounge
Aveyron farmhouse rental - Family bedroom

Family bedroom
Aveyron farmhouse rental - Twin bedroom

Twin bedroom
Aveyron farmhouse rental - House and barn

House and barn
Aveyron farmhouse rental - View of farm from meadow

View of farm from meadow
Aveyron farmhouse rental - Private pool

Private pool
Aveyron farmhouse rental - Courtyard, barbeque area and raised terrace

Courtyard, barbeque area and raised terrace
Aveyron farmhouse rental - Games room

Games room
Aveyron farmhouse rental - Pool

Pool

Location: Aveyron in France

Nearest Airport: Rodez (RyanAir flights from Stansted) at 35 Kilometres
Nearest Train: Rodez at 35 Kilometres
Nearest Motorway: A20 Jct 56 Labastide- Murat at 60 Kilometres
Nearest Beach: beach at 200.0 Kilometres
Car: necessary
This is the Aveyron in Southern France where you can still hear the old language of the 'Oc'. It is as yet largely undiscovered by tourists and is totally unspoilt - fantastic walking country with an abundance of wild life, including many birds of prey. An easy drive will take you back in time to 14th Century villages, several of which are designated as 'the most beautiful villages in France': Sauveterre, Najac, Belcastel, Conques and Cordes. The home town of Toulouse Lautrec, Albi (40 mins), boasts a remarkable cathedral and a unique collection of his paintings. The 'Bastide' town of Villefranche (30 mins) hosts a fantastic market on Thursday mornings. Rieupeyroux (8 k) offers full facilities including restaurants and supermarkets, and Pradinas (3 k) has a popular bar/restaurant. For the gourmets - a traditional regional cuisine, a wealth of local suppliers, proximity to 3 major wine areas - Quercy, Gaillac and Languedoc - and 2 Michelin starred restaurants within 30 minutes.

Availability for this holiday farmhouse rental in Aveyron, France

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Rental Rates for this holiday farmhouse in Aveyron, France

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Rental rates quoted in:
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Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night		 Weekend
Night		 Minimum Stay
low season 07 September 2009 - 20 December 2009 £900 - - 2 Weeks
Xmas period 21 December 2009 - 04 January 2010 £1,500 - - 1 Week
low season 05 January 2010 - 02 July 2010 £1,000 - - 2 Weeks
high season 03 July 2010 - 03 September 2010 £1,500 - - 2 Weeks
low season 04 September 2010 - 17 December 2010 £1,000 - - 2 Weeks

Please Note: The owner of this property accepts payment in the original currency specified (British Pounds), 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.

Additional information about rental rates

  • We ask a booking deposit of 10% payable at time of booking and a security deposit of £200 payable with the balance of the rental payable a minimum of 2 weeks before the commencement of the rental period.

Accommodation and facilities for this holiday farmhouse rental in Aveyron, France

Property Type:
  • farmhouse (detached)
Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering
Floor Area:
  • 250 m²
Location Type:
  • rural
Theme:
  • family
  • away from it all
General:
  • linen provided
  • towels provided
Kitchen:
  • grill
  • 4 ring stove
  • dish washer
  • fridge
  • freezer
  • oven
  • microwave
  • washing machine
  • clothes dryer
Living Room:
  • fireplace
  • sofabed
  • comfy seating for 11 people
Dining:
  • dining room
  • highchair
  • seating for 12 people
Bathrooms:
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom - Toilet, Shower Enclosure
    Bathroom - Toilet, Bath with Shower
    Bathroom 3 - Toilet, Shower Enclosure
    Bathroom 4 - Outdoor Shower
  • Upstairs in the main house there is a newly refurbished bathroom which has a bath with an overhead shower and glass shower screen, basin, and WC. On the ground floor there is a large newly installed bathroom with walk in shower, basin and WC. We find this bathroom particularly useful as a pool changing room. In the barn there is another newly installed bathroom with walk in shower, basin and WC. Towels and swimming pool towels are provided. In addition the pool has an adjacent cold water shower.
Bedrooms:
  • 5 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 11 people
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed, 1 Cot
    Bedroom 2 - 1 Large Double Bed, 1 Sofa bed/Futon
    Bedroom 3 - 2 Single Bed
    Bedroom 4 - 2 Single Bed
    Bedroom 5 - 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed, 2 Sofa bed/Futon
  • The farmhouse has four double bedrooms. One contains an extra large double (King size) bed, the second has a large double (Queen size) bed (both John Lewis) the two remaining bedrooms have twin single beds. There is a travel cot that can be fitted into any bedroom. In the living room there is a single futon (fold out bed). All bed linen is provided. The spacious studio family bedroom in the barn (the fifth bedroom) has a super king size bed, a double sofa bed, comfortable arnchairs, table and chairs and its own balcony with stunning views and its own downstairs bathroom.
Entertainment:
  • books - fiction/non-fiction
  • table football
  • game room
  • games - all ages
  • ping pong table
  • pool table
  • DVD
  • TV
  • satellite or cable
  • radio
  • stereo system
  • CD
  • audio tape player
Internet Access:
  • internet access
  • broadband access
Outside:
  • wooden decking
  • garden
  • terrace
  • balcony
  • barbecue
  • parking
  • garage
  • 10 garden chairs
  • 8 deck chairs
Swimming Pools:
  • outdoor pool
  • private pool
Suitability:
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • pets not allowed
  • children welcome
  • non smoking only
  • long term rentals available
Local Activities:
  • swimming
  • tennis
  • walking
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • horse riding
  • golf
  • mountain biking
Onsite Services:
  • housekeeper optional
Attractions:
  • ATM/bank
  • autumn foliage
  • babysitting
  • churches
  • cinemas
  • fitness centre
  • forests
  • groceries
  • hospital
  • museums
  • playground
  • theme parks
Leisure Activities:
  • bird watching
  • hiking
Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • restaurants
  • scenic drives
  • winery tours
  • zoo
Nearby Services:
  • babysitting
  • medical services
Notes: To work off the food, there is golf at Rodez (practice in our field beforehand), and tennis at Pradinas (rackets and clubs provided). Cycling, kayaking, horse riding and fishing (rods provided) are all available locally. The kids will love the local Parc Animalier. The recently installed pool (12 x 6 metres) has a non-chlorine saline system and wide steps for easy access. It is fully enclosed with a gate locking device to safeguard small children. It is surrounded by a high quality paved terrace with ample room for the cushioned loungers and pool side shower. There is also underwater lighting. The huge laundry room on the ground floor has full facilities plus an additional fridge for poolside drinks. Should you be there iin chilly weather, there are wood burning stoves in the kitchen and living room and electric heaters in the bedrooms. The newly completed games room has table tennis, table football, pool table and darts.

Further details for this holiday farmhouse rental in Aveyron, France

Alfresco Dining: The courtyard provides the perfect spot for one of the great pleasures at the house - alfresco dining. A large group can happily gather at the huge refectory table in the courtyard with assembled chairs and benches. Trees and umbrellas provide shade and the chef has a charcoal BBQ to work on. Additionally, aperitifs may be taken on the spacious raised deck, which is equipped with teak garden furniture and has stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

Sauveterre de Rouergue: Sauveterre de Rouergue (15mins drive) offers a delightful summer experience every Friday evening in the summer. The village square becomes an evening market place, with stalls selling local crafts such as jewellery, pottery and baskets, but mostly local produce (food and wine)which you can purchase and then sit at long trestle tables, eat your dinner and listen to live folk music. There is also an excellent Pizzaria and several good bar/restaurants. If the children get bored they can go on pony and cart rides around the village or watch the very serious Boule competition. Sauveterre is a magical place and an absolute must if you stay at Laval.

Llama Trekking:

Other Activities: canoeing, table tennis, boules, table football.

Reviews for this holiday farmhouse rental in Aveyron, France

Rating
5 out of 5

Comments from Owner Guestbook

HRGuestBook9737 HR GuestBook
Review Submitted: December 6, 2007 Date of Stay: December 2007
The Manns - July 2004:
'Laval is beautiful - we do not want to leave.'

The Lockleys - August 2004:
'Lovely house - beautiful and tasteful renovations.'

The Shotters - August 2005:
'A great peaceful relaxing holiday - very sorry to leave.'

The Moodys - August 2005:
'We loved being in your home - all was so tasteful and very very comfortable.'

The Browns - July 2006:
'Thank you so much for the beautiful house. We've had an amazing time and have loved every minute.'

The Griffiths - August 2006:
'It's the first time in years I have felt so relaxed.'

The Vizards - October 2006:
'Laval has to be one of the very best places ever and we love it more each time we come.'
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Rating
5 out of 5

Our best holiday yet !

Nana Jen Doncaster
Review Submitted: August 21, 2009 Date of Stay: August 2009
From very first moment of enquiry owners were more than professional and courteous with us, immediately answering any questions. The property was excellent even surpassing the description on the net.
The pool was amazing and we virtually spent the holiday around it, finding it almost impossible to tear the children away! They ( 5 children under 7 ) had so much space and freedom around the place we had no worries about them and since they were so happy we adults had a lovely time too.
We have never even thought about returning to the same place twice, but this one has made us realise we will have problems finding anything better.
We did have 1 dull day and the games room proved its usefulness to the full.
An excellent holiday in an excellent property !
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