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Luxurious Manor with Large Garden and Lake in South France — Property 99891

  • Self-catering Country Family Home in Picturesque Village by Historic Castle
  • Location: Near Mirepoix Ariege, Midi-Pyrenees, France

Summary of the chateau / country house, 4 bedrooms, sleeps 8

Summary of the chateau / country house, 4 bedrooms, sleeps 8
Contact Dominique De Labarthe
+33 (0)630 904181
Property type:
chateau / country house, detached, 450 m²
Location type:
Village
Highlights:
Jacuzzi, Daily maid service, Garden
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  • Pets not allowed
  • Suitable for elderly
  • Garden
  • Wheelchair friendly
  • No smoking
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Le Presbytère

Le Presbytère

The Lake of Montbel

The Lake of Montbel

The Dining-Room

The Dining-Room

'Alice', One of the Four Suites

'Alice', One of the Four Suites

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The Walled-In Garden The  Kitchen
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Luxurious Manor with Large Garden and Lake in South France

Welcome to our peaceful self catering luxurious Manor, away from it all, a true country home with a soul, full of charm and character. Former residence of the Duke of Levis Mirepoix, this luxurious property has been stylishly restored to offer you the best summer holiday in romantic surroundings in the south of France. Hidden in a picturesque village by a lake of sandy beaches, discover this unique family home. Its charm, history and magical gardens will rejuvenate you and provide an idyllic stay away from it all in Mediterranean climate. This stylish Manor dating from the 18th century, used to be healing place and stopover for pilgrims on their way to St Jacques de Compostelle. IIt also used to shelter five nuns. Lovingly restored to preserve its authenticity with parquet floors, monumental ebony staircase, original tiles and fireplaces, this luxurious holiday home will take you back to the time of the Cathars who left a deep imprint here and will give you long lasting memories.

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Location Near Mirepoix Ariege < Midi-Pyrenees < France

Luxurious Manor with Large Garden and Lake in South France Near Mirepoix Ariege < Midi-Pyrenees < France
Map location symbol marks the location of this property in Ariege
Location
Nearest airport: Carcassonne or Toulouse at 44 kilometres
Nearest beach: Beach at 80 kilometres
Nearest motorway: Pamiers at 30 kilometres
Nearest railway station: Pamiers at 30 kilometres
Car: necessary

A haven of peace in large walled-in garden, our home is located outside a peaceful village with all amenities: baker, café, greengrocer, post-office, restaurants, tennis court, night market in summer, medieval festivals. Wonderful walks from the presbytère door in unspoilt nature with scenic views of the Pyrenees. 2 minutes drive from the lake of Montbel with beach for swimming, bike-hire, horse-riding and walking. 10 minutes drive from Mirepoix for Monday market, festivals, restaurants etc. 20 minutes from Pyrenees ski-stations of Monts D'olmes and famous Montsegur castle in Cathar country. 30 minutes from medieval cite of Carcassonne and golf course. Andorra and Mediterranean coast easily accessible for days out.

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



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Availability for the chateau / country house in Midi-Pyrenees, France

Last updated on:
Monday, 12 May 2008
Changeover day:
Saturday
Normal availability
The property is rented from May to October incl.

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Special discounts are available for long term lets of 3 weeks or more, please contact the owners for details.

Rental rates for the chateau / country house 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
High season 01 Jul 2008 30 Aug 2008 EUR 1600 - - 1 Week
Mid season 31 Aug 2008 27 Sep 2008 EUR 1400 - - 1 Week
Mid season 28 Sep 2008 25 Oct 2008 EUR 1200 - - 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

  • 25 % non-refundable deposit required for booking. Additional breakages: damage deposit 950 Euro refundable.
    A single cleaning charge of 50 Euro is added to the rental rate.
    French tuition, massage with essential oils and cooking classes available at the Presbytère at extra charge.
    A welcome basket of fresh organic fruit and vegetables for the week is offered on arrival.
    Gourmet meals on request.
    Baby sitting available.
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Accommodation and Facilities for the chateau / country house in Midi-Pyrenees, France

Property type:
  • chateau / country house , detached
Accommodation type:
  • self-catering
Floor area:
  • 450 m²
Location type:
  • Village
Theme:
  • away from it all, historic
General:
  • central heating, daily maid service, linen provided, towels provided, telephone, safe, sunbed, staff, jacuzzi
Kitchen:
  • freezer, oven, hob, fridge, dish washer, 4 ring stove, washing machine, clothes dryer, grill, microwave
Living room:
  • fireplace seating for 8 people
Dining:
  • dining room seating for 8 people
Bathrooms:
  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet,Shower Enclosure,
  • Bathroom 2 - Toilet,Shower Enclosure,
  • Bathroom 3 - Toilet,Shower Enclosure,
  • Bathroom 4 - Toilet,Shower Enclosure,
  • All bathrooms are fitted with hydro jet massage showers and have retained the original features of the place, such as antique wash basins, mirrors, towel holders etc. Bathrobes, towels and bedlinen are from Linvosges, Paris. Bathroom products from natural products by L' Occitane.
Bedrooms:
  • 4 bedrooms , sleeps maximum of 8 people
  • Benoite - 1 Large Double Bed
  • Adèle - 1 Large Double Bed
  • Aponine - 1 Large Double Bed
  • Alice - 1 Large Double Bed
  • All the bedrooms have high ceilings and large dimensions, overlook the garden and castle and are furnished with original antiques. Benoite, on the ground floor, is next to the garden. Decorated in pink toile de Jouy, it is wheelchair accessible. Adèle is a green ensuite double room in Japanese print fabric. Aponine has the original furniture and bed from the time of the pilgrims to St Jacques de Compostelle. Alice is a large Suite with standing-in dressing room, own sitting-room, silk ciel de lit overlooking the castle. It has its own hidden safe from the time of the convent sheltering the nuns. Supplementary beds and cots available upon request. Egyptian cotton bedlinen provided.
Entertainment:
  • cd, stereo system, DVD, tv, satellite or cable, radio
internet access
  • broadband access, internet access, computer available
Outside:
  • parking, car, garden, 8 garden chairs, 8 beach chairs
Suitability:
  • low allergen environment, pets not allowed, long term renters welcome, non smoking only, wheelchair accessible, children welcome, suitable for elderly or infirm
Notes:

The house opens onto a large walled-in garden; a sanctuary for birds and butterflies, it is ornamented with huge trees such as a several century old lime tree and a 13th century shrine linked to Montsegur. A large entrance hall with tiled floors leads to a vast fully fitted kitchen with all amenities.Typically French, overlooking the garden, it has everything from every day use to fine china from Limoges , silver cutlery and damas tablecloths. On the ground floor are also a study and an ensuite bedroom, a living-room and dining-room in antique Chinese furniture and crystal chandeliers from Baccarat, a library containing rare books on Catharism, Asian wisdom and Tibetan philosophy. All bedrooms upstairs have great comfort, special charm and atmosphere, overlooking the huge lime tree, palm tree of the garden and the castle of the village. Our family home offers ultimate serenity and intimacy while close to everything. The Presbytère has many more secrets to reveal in time !

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SPECIAL FEATURES

Flat screen TV, English/ American/ French programs Broadband Internet Access Anti-stress Aromatherapy Massage French Tuition Wheelchair access

GOLF

GOLF DE L'ARIEGE UNJAT 09240 LA BASTIDE DE SEROU TEL: +33561645678 Holes: 18-6 practice holes. Yardage: 5947-5342-4872-4728 m SSS 72.3 Visitors advanced booking advisable. Location 20 kms East of Foix facing the Pyrenees mountain range. ABOUT THIS GOLF COURSE: 9-hole course with varied holes and superb mountain views. Recommended to all players.

Other Activities Painting, Photography, Pottery, Massage, Reflexotherapy, Relaxation Techniques, French tuition, Cooking Classes, Parachuting, Tennis

Advertiser contact & booking information for property 99891

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Advertisers:
Dominique De Labarthe
Telephone
+33 (0)630 904181 (French time)
Preferred language(s):
 English, French
Advertiser since:
 12 May 2008
Property listed since:
 12 May 2008
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