Quality Gites in medieval village in Gascony, South West France — Property 12589

Quality Gites in medieval village in Gascony, South West France

Maison Tillac (3 epis) is a well renovated 19th century farmworkers cottage and barn in the medieval village of Tillac in Gascony in South West France. It has its own swimming pool. Situated one minute's walk from the local epicerie, two from the best butcher in the area, three from the village bar and restaurant and four minutes drive from an 18-hole golf course, Maison Tillac is ideal for a relaxing holiday in the beautiful Gascon countryside. Tillac is wonderfully placed for many attractions. Sightseeing, walking, cycling, golf, tennis, horse riding, fishing are all available in the area. 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 holiday.

Details for Maison Tillac - Le Cottage + La Grange in Gers, Midi-Pyrenees, France

At the edge of the medieval village of Tillac, Maison Tillac can be rented as a whole or as two gîtes ('Le Cottage' and 'La Grange'). It is approached via its own entrance off a 'chemin rural' and has parking for 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 shared swimming pool, 11m x 5 m, has sunbathing terrace and loungers and is surrounded by oleanders and other flowering shrubs. Each Gîte has open plan living, dining and kitchen areas, ceramic tile flooring, fireplace and comfortable furnishings. The upstairs bedrooms have vaulted ceilings with original beams and 'Columbage', parquet flooring and ample storage space. All have well lit en-suite bath or shower room.

Location Tillac, Gascony Gers < Midi-Pyrenees < France

Tillac, Gascony Gers < Midi-Pyrenees < France

 marks the location of this property in Gers

Availability for Maison Tillac - Le Cottage + La Grange in Gers, Midi-Pyrenees, France

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Sunday, 20 July 2008

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Rental rates for Maison Tillac - Le Cottage + La Grange in Gers, Midi-Pyrenees, France

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Notes to the rental rates

• All prices are per week and include linen and towels. Guests are requested to bring their own pool towels.
  In the winter months when the electric central heating is in use, clients will be charged at cost for the electricity consumed. However, logs for the open fire are made available as part of the price.
  Reduced rates are available for long term rental outside the peak period. For long lets, logs can be supplied at cost.
  

Accommodation and Facilities for Maison Tillac - Le Cottage + La Grange in Gers, Midi-Pyrenees, France

Events

There are three major music events in the area. In July there are two music festivals, in Mirande celebrating Country Music and in Vic Fezensac for Latin-American music fans. In August comes the internationally famous Marciac Jazz Festival, two unmissable weeks for the jazz afficionado. Tillac has its flower market in early April, its antiques fair (Brocante/Vide Grenier) in May , classical music concerts/workshops in August and the village fete in July as well as dinner dances throughout the year. Neighbouring villages have their own fetes and other special events from Spring through to Autumn.

Sightseeing

Tillac's unique medieval street; Barran with its twisted church spire; L'Isle-de-Noé in the arms of a river surrounding its 18th century chateau (currently being renovated); Bassoues' 43m high donjon (tower) museum describing the histories of nearby villages; Montreal's gallo-roman villa; Fources one of the prettiest of small villages; Éauze the heart of Armagnac country with an archaeological museum; Riscle's Gascon museum; Auch, the capital of The Gers, with a beautiful cathedral (the choir stalls and stained glass are superb) and its statue of D'artagnan; Condom's gothic cloisters and Armagnac museum and cellars; Mirande's unique church and Beaux Arts museum; Lectoure's thermal centres for 'taking the cure'; Fleurence's fine market square and church with superb stained glass. Also Lavardens, Saint-Puy, Valence-sur-Baise, L'Abbey de Flaran, Cassaigne, Larressingle, La Romieu, Saint-Clar and many more.

Food and Drink

In Gascony country food and cooking still reign supreme. There are many restaurants nearby, including Tillac, serving wholesome food and plenty of it. Four courses, including wine, for 10-12€ is the norm! Gascon meals revolve around, but are not limited to, four things – duck, garlic, wine and armagnac. There are also gourmet restaurants for you to try, vineyards to visit and wines and spirits to sample and buy. Don't miss the fiery spirit of Armagnac, Pousse Rapier and Floc de Gascogne. Everywhere you will see ducks and geese, for this is foie gras country. Foie gras is the pride of Gascony and a delight for the senses. This is best sampled with a glass of sweet Pacherenc or Jurançon wine. There are produce markets at Mirande, Marciac and Mielan. The best butcher in the area is in Tillac and the local shop provides wonderful croissants and bread plus all your basic provisions and fuel for your barbecue. Tillac also has its own restaurant and post office.

Golf Information:

Golf at Tillac – Chateau de Pallanne A few minutes drive from us is the charming Chateau de Pallanne, location of the newest 18-hole golf course in The Gers. Upgraded from 9 holes in the last 18 months by the new owners, the 70 hectares course is par 72, covering 6341 metres. It features the already famous par 5 of 556 metres! The course takes maximum advantage of the natural amphitheatre in which it is set and features trees, flowers and natural water cascades. Open to all, the green fees at Chateau de Pallanne are very reasonable with special prices for young people and students and reductions for seniors. The club house features its own restaurant.