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Posted by WHR2008 on 02-Dec-2008 :: Views: 581 :: Posting ID: 46023

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Worldwide Holiday Rentals

Prices Per Week: £380.00 - £695.00

One of three gites, set in outstanding scenery overlooking the Viaur Gorge this beautifully restored former farmhouse offers traditional architecture whilst providing all the modern comforts of home.

The property is located on a farm complex which is in a small hamlet. The hamlet is located on the border of the Aveyron and Tarn departments offering easy access to all that these fabulously unspoilt departments have to offer.

Bedroom(s):
The large master bedroom is full of character and offers a relaxing calm environment. Built-in wardrobe and enclosed shelving provide ample room to get all your luggage tucked away. There is plenty of space for an infant cot or 2!.

The second bedroom is fitted with 3 single beds, 2 chest of drawers and a large fitted wardrobe. There is plenty of room to fit 4th bed if necessary. Both bedrooms have lovely views across the countryside.

Sleeps: 6

Bathroom(s):
The modern tiled bathroom has a full size bath, sink and WC and is located upstairs next to the master bedroom. Just off the salon downstairs is the hydro-wet room and WC, providing a new experience in bathing and relaxation.

Living Room:
Through the kitchen is the salon providing a lovely cool area to relax with ample seating for 6, satelite TV, DVD and video player are available plus a wide range of books and children's games.

Kitchen:
Through the front door you enter the large kitchen diner. The kitchen is fitted to a very high standard with separate freezer and fridge, dishwasher, microwave, electric oven and gas hob with extractor.

It is fully stocked to enable full cooking facilities including over work-top lighting. It has a large oak dining table and seating for 6. Ceiling beams and exposed stone walls provide atmospheric dining.

Other:
Washing machine, tumble drier and ironing facilities are housed in separate laundry alongside the house. There is also a telephone and computer with internet access.

The house is entered via a private patio area which has a table and seating for 6. A BBQ is provided and a sun canopy with outside lighting ensuring the perfect ambience for al fresco dining. Views from this patio are stunning and stretch for miles over the surrounding area.

The grounds are large with plenty of space for children to play safely. The pool is fitted with an alarm and safety fencing. Owners play-area is available for guests to use.

Cleaning/towels/linen/maid service:
Cleaning at beginning and end of stay is included in rental. Clean linen and towels provided and changed at end of each full week. All bedding, towels and swim towels are provided.

A welcome basket is provided with the opportunity to have a first-shop pre-ordered. Babysitting service and meal menu available on 24hr notice.

Beach:
15 minutes from the property there is a large reservoir which has a man made beach with designated swimming area supervised by lifeguards during July and August.

Further Details:
Situated half way between the historic departmental cities of Rodez and Albi means easy access to both of these fabulous cities which provide wonderful architecture, rambling backstreets and dozens of pavement cafes and restaurants to suit all pockets. In the immediate area are a number of bastide towns, Sauveterre, Monesties, and of course the well know Cordes-sur-Ciel.

Walking - the countryside around the property offers superb walking environments with a whole wealth of flora and fauna. Waymarked paths are accessible from the property.

Cycling - not for the novice, but the quiet country roads offer serious cyclists an ideal area to explore.

Children - we are 20mins from the Cap de Couverte complex, an amazing convertion of a disused opencast mine, offering dryslope skiing, skateboard/bike park, luge, longest zip line ride in Europe, swimming, horseriding and waterskiing.

15 minutes from a large lake offering a beach, supervised swimming areas, windsurfing, sailing, fishing and canoeing. 4 minutes away from Viaur river for fishing and canoes to hire.

There are numerous animal parks and small zoos in easy reach, including the unique Micropolis insect park. There are local horse riding schools for trekking. And during the high season there is a market available on a daily basis at one of the nearby towns, including nocturnal farmers markets.

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