Le Pigeonnier | 3 bedrooms
Le Pigeonnier
18th century stone farmhouse in the heart of beautiful countryside, with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and reversible heating/AC units throughout house. The situation is serene and peaceful in a small hamlet, with beautiful views. The garden is large with lavender, olive trees, roses and fruit trees dotted throughout the property. 3 bikes, a hammock, a large built in barbeque, ping pong table , Boule court and sparkling saltwater pool, heated from June through September, complete the idyllic spot for your holiday.
The space
The living room has a wood burning stove, flat screen with Freesat TV. The kitchen is very well equipped and has a dishwasher. The bamboo covered terrace , offers perfect al fresco dining both, night and day.
The pool area has a fence around it and a childproof gate. Comfortable furnishings, cozy bed linens, a library of books, a collection of DVDs and CD’s, two wood burning stoves, two stairways up to the bedrooms gives more privacy. A washing machine and dryer across in the laundry room where the second fridge (with freezer) and ice maker is also located, useful for wines and beverages gives guests the sense of being totally self contained.
10 minutes drive to the local village of Caylus so as not to feel isolated – and situated on a country lane, offering peace and tranquility. Beautiful walks abound in the area, and the flora and fauna is just gorgeous.
Guest access
Guests have complete access to the whole house and gardens (nearly two acres), heated pool and pool house. There is a laundry room across the lawn in the barn with a washer, dryer and sink.
The three bikes are in covered outdoor lounge area, with helmets and locks.
The moveable ping pong table is placed in the garden in summer. The Boule court near the pool area is a wonderful new addition to the amenities.
Other things to note
In the summer months the caretakers, Rene and Eliane, come early in the morning (around 7.30 am) to check the pool and empty the skimmer, etc. Eliane also waters the plants around the pool area. The pool area is about 120 feet away from the farmhouse.They do not come to the house, unless requested and respect guests privacy.
• 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms – sleeps 7
- 2 acres of garden and private land with barn
- Outdoor dining and BBQ
- Saline heated swimming pool and sitting areas
- Boule court and ping pong table
- 17th Century Pigeonnier in garden
- Fully equipped kitchen, fireplace and indoor dining
- Sitting room with Library, fireplace and queen day bed
- Hi speed Wifi throughout
- Apple TV, Netflix and local TV and BBC channels
- 1.25 hours to Toulouse airport
- 10 mins to Caylus for butcher, baker, supermarket and local wine store
- Beautiful country walks and monastery with holy water stream
- Kayaking and horse riding close by
- Local restaurants, bars, cafes and farmers markets abound!
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