Description
Surrounded by the glorious landscapes of Gascony and with everything you could wish for in a holiday home, historic Maison des Pelerins is all about enjoying the slow pace of life that this captivating region is so famous for.
The history of this former farmhouse is fascinating – still referred to as ‘the monastery’ by locals, it was once thought to be a place for pilgrims to sleep on their way to Santiago de Compostela. Some original features from this period remain even though it was transformed into a farmhouse in the seventeenth century. Nowadays, it’s an exceptional holiday home which has been renovated and restored in the most beautiful way.
The heart of the home is no doubt the spacious kitchen-diner, brilliantly equipped with two dishwashers, an Aga, American fridge-freezer as well as its smart kitchen island and even a snug with sofas and TV. The living spaces are also superb such as the elegant sitting room and fireplace, the charming dining area with its wood-beamed ceiling or the library with doors leading out to the courtyard.
Upstairs, find five beautiful bedrooms, each one with its own personality and en suite bathroom. Outside in the courtyard an annexe leads to a large sixth en suite bedroom with its own lounge area as well as a romantic double and pretty bathroom in the enchanting pigeonnier.
The games room annexe is a relaxing area for watching a film, playing pool or table tennis whilst outside the tennis court is perfect for the most active of guests. A large swimming pool, 12-foot trampoline, mountain bikes, boules set as well as a Sonos music system and Sky TV are some of the features that make this maison such a fantastic place to stay.
Enjoy your morning coffee and pastries looking out towards the Gascony countryside, whilst the courtyard is one of the lovely spots you can choose for al-fresco meals with family and friends. When in season, pick apples, pears, plums and figs from the orchard or find a quiet spot to sit and enjoy the mesmerising sunset in the evening.
It’s a 10-minute drive to the nearest boulangerie, shop and restaurant or head a little further to the historic and characterful market towns of Fleurance and Lectoure. The three well-known French ‘Plus Beaux Villages’, Larressingle, Fourcès and Montréal, are also nearby for wonderful days out or head to Auch, the capital of Gascony, to be inspired by its cathedral and historic setting.
As you walk, cycle or simply drive through the stunning scenery of this alluring region, you will no doubt be following the footsteps of Comte d'Artagnan, always enjoying Gascony’s exceptional cuisine and admiring its extraordinary beauty. /n Security deposit /n €800 paid via bank transfer to the owner one month before arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. /n Arrival time /n 4.00 p.m. /n Departure time /n 10.00 a.m. /n Energy costs included? /n Yes. /n Linen & towels included? /n Yes, changed weekly. /n End of stay cleaning included? /n Yes and mid-stay cleaning for stays of 7+ nights also included. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. /n Pool towels included? /n Yes. /n Pool opening dates? /n The pool is open approximately May to September. Please note that pool opening dates are subject to local weather conditions and pool maintenance requirements and that cooler months may not be suitable for swimming. /n Changeover day /n Saturday. All other changeover days on request. /n Minimum stay /n 7 nights. All other durations on request. /n Pets welcome? /n Not allowed. /n Smoking Allowed? /n Outside only. /n Other Ts and Cs /n Weddings, stag/hen parties and any special events are not allowed. /n Security deposit /n /n Security deposit /n
