Traditional hilltop Gascon farmhouse with large pool overlooking the Pyrénées

A stunning hilltop farmhouse in the heart of the bucolic Gascon countryside famous for its rolling hills and exceptional food. The farmhouse retains all of its rustic 18th century charm, including original tomette tiles, cedar beams, stone fireplaces and a beautiful stone finish. The house is set in the middle of 4 acres of beautiful mature garden, complete with a large swimming pool with fantastic views of the Pyrenees.

House highlights:
- four large bedrooms, all with beautiful exposed beams
- super-king beds and king sized beds in all bedrooms with extra single beds in two rooms for increased capacity.
- huge en-suite bathroom with walk in shower and heated floor
- family bathroom with bath and shower
- beautiful library with hundreds of books
- two log-burners
- one cot and two high chairs available

Garden highlights:
- 4 acres of mature garden, including fruiting trees, a small vineyard, a large pond with lily pads, a lavender bank, roses, and oleander plants.
- fresh mint, thyme, rosemary and sage available in the garden for cooking
- panoramic views of the Pyrénées
- rustic and tastefully maintained outbuildings
- two outside dining patios

Facilities highlights:
- 12x6m pool with spacious lounging areas
- pool equipment including loungers, parasols, pool/garden games and inflatables
- table tennis table
- full size pool table
- garden hammock
- Weber Kettle BBQ
- indoor games, including puzzles, chess, scrabble

Local area highlights:
- beautiful walking trails from the house
- 15 mins to two thriving market towns
- 22 mins to Auch, capital of Gers with with stunning cathedral and medieval historic centre
- 22 mins to Marciac, host to world famous Marciac Jazz Festival
- 45 mins from Fources and Larressingle (voted two of the ‘most beautiful villages in France’)
- 15 mins from Lupiac, birthplace of D’Artagnan
- 20 mins from x2 pleasure lakes with artificial beach and flumes
- daily markets in local villages and towns
- 1hr30mins from incredible Pyrénées hiking trailheads
- 1hr20mins from Lourdes, world famous pilgrimage site
- multiple vineyards for day trips

Transport:
- 1hr15 mins from Toulouse airport
- 2hrs from Bordeaux airport

As a guest of Traditional hilltop Gascon farmhouse with large pool overlooking the Pyrénées , you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Saint-Arailles farm stay is smoke free.