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

Summary of the chateau / country house, 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms,

Summary of the chateau / country house, 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms,

Rental Rate: $1910 - $2547 per property per week
Property type:
chateau / country house, detached, 450 m²
Location Type
village
Highlights:
jacuzzi, daily maid service, garden View all features
Call Dominique De Labarthe
(0)630-904181
(international +33 (0)630-904181)
  • 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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Ariege chateau / country house Rental Property Information

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.

Location

Luxurious Manor with Large Garden and Lake in South France
 marks the location of the property in Near Mirepoix
Nearest Beach:  
beach at 80.0 Kilometres
Nearest Airport:  
Carcassonne or Toulouse at 44 Kilometres
Nearest Railway Station:  
Pamiers at 30 Kilometres
Nearest Highway Intersection:  
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.

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



Rental Basis:
per property
Quoted In
Euros
  Dates Rates  
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Weekend Weekend Per Night MidWeek Per Night Extra night Monthly Minimum Stay
High season Jul 1 2008 - Aug 30 2008 €1,600 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 1 Week
Mid season Aug 31 2008 - Sep 27 2008 €1,400 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 1 Week
Mid season Sep 28 2008 - Oct 25 2008 €1,200 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 1 Week
Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.

  • 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.

Accommodation and Amenities 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:
  • towels provided
  • telephone
  • safe
  • central heating
  • daily maid service
  • sunbed
  • staff
  • jacuzzi
  • linens provided
Kitchen:
  • 4 ring stove
  • hob
  • grill
  • microwave
  • refrigerator
  • washing machine
  • clothes dryer
  • freezer
  • oven
  • dish washer
Living Room:
  • fireplace
  • comfy seating for 8 people
Dining:
  • dining room
  • seating for 8 people
BA:
  • 4 bathrooms
    Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Shower
    Bathroom 2 - Toilet, Shower
    Bathroom 3 - Toilet, Shower
    Bathroom 4 - Toilet, Shower
  • 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 Queen
    Adèle - 1 Queen
    Aponine - 1 Queen
    Alice - 1 Queen
  • 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
  • satellite or cable
  • radio
  • stereo system
  • DVD
  • tv
Internet access:
  • computer available
  • broadband access
  • internet access
Outside:
  • parking
  • garden
  • car
  • 8 garden chairs
  • 8 beach chairs
Suitability:
  • pets not allowed
  • low allergen environment
  • long term renters welcome
  • wheelchair accessible
  • children welcome
  • non smoking only
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
Local Activities:
  • scuba diving or snorkeling
  • swimming
  • tennis
  • walking
  • sailing
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • horseback riding
  • skiing
  • golf
  • wind-surfing
  • water skiing
  • mountain biking
  • mountaineering
  • paragliding
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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Further Details for the chateau / country house in Midi-Pyrenees, France

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

Golf Information: 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

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Owner Contact and Booking Information

Call Dominique De Labarthe
(0)630-904181
(International +33 (0)630-904181)

For further information and to book this property, contact the owner, Dominique De Labarthe

Please reference A1 Vacations property 99891

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This advertiser has been with A1 Vacations since May 12 2008