Ariege Vacation RentalLuxurious Manor with Large Garden and Lake in South France

Ariege chateau / country house rental - Le Presbytère

4 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms, Sleeps 8

  • Property type: chateau / country house, 450 m² 
  • Location type: village  
  • Highlights village, garden, pets not allowed, golf  
Rates per property (USD)
$1,505 - $1,756/week

Call Dominique Lhomet
(0)630 904181
(International +33 (0)630 904181)  

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Photos and Description of the Ariege vacation chateau / country house rental

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.
Ariege chateau / country house rental - Le Presbytère

Le Presbytère
Ariege chateau / country house rental - The Lake of Montbel

The Lake of Montbel
Ariege chateau / country house rental - The Dining-Room

The Dining-Room
Ariege chateau / country house rental - 'Alice', One of the Four Suites

'Alice', One of the Four Suites
Ariege chateau / country house rental - The Walled-In Garden

The Walled-In Garden
Ariege chateau / country house rental - The Kitchen

The Kitchen

Location: Midi-Pyrenees < France

Nearest airport:   Carcassonne or Toulouse at 44 Kilometres
Nearest train:   Pamiers at 30 Kilometres
Nearest motorway:   Pamiers at 30 Kilometres
Nearest beach:   beach at 80.0 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.
Ariege map
marks the location of the property in Midi-Pyrenees

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Rental Rates for this vacation chateau / country house rental in Ariege, France

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Mid season May 2, 2009 - Jun 27, 2009 €1,200 - - - - - 1 Week
High season Jun 28, 2009 - Sep 26, 2009 €1,400 - - - - - 1 Week
Low season Sep 27, 2009 - Oct 30, 2009 €1,200 - - - - - 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 this vacation chateau / country house rental in Ariege, France

Property Type:
  • chateau / country house (detached)
Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering
Floor Area:
  • 450 m²
Location Type:
  • village
Theme:
  • historic
  • away from it all
General:
  • safe
  • jacuzzi
  • telephone
  • linens provided
  • daily maid service
  • staff
  • towels provided
  • central heating
  • sunbed
Kitchen:
  • oven
  • dish washer
  • microwave
  • 4 ring stove
  • washing machine
  • grill
  • freezer
  • refrigerator
  • hob
  • clothes dryer
Living Room:
  • fireplace
  • comfy seating for 8 people
Dining:
  • dining room
  • seating for 8 people
Bathrooms:
  • 4 bathroom(s)
  • 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:
  • tv
  • radio
  • DVD
  • stereo system
  • satellite or cable
  • cd
Internet Access:
  • internet access
  • broadband access
  • computer available
Outside:
  • parking
  • car
  • garden
  • 8 garden chairs
  • 8 beach chairs
Suitability:
  • pets not allowed
  • long term renters welcome
  • wheelchair accessible
  • children welcome
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • non smoking only
  • low allergen environment
Local Activities:
  • scuba diving or snorkeling
  • wind-surfing
  • walking
  • sailing
  • mountaineering
  • golf
  • water skiing
  • swimming
  • horseback riding
  • paragliding
  • tennis
  • fishing
  • cycling
  • skiing
  • mountain biking
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 !

Further details for this vacation chateau / country house rental in Ariege, France

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

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Dominique Lhomet

Telephone: +33 (0)630 904181 (French time)

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Language(s) Spoken: English, French

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