This former barn is a separate, isolated building surrounded by fields and woods with magnificent views of the Pyrenean mountains (the barn is south-west facing). Completely renovated twelve years ago using natural building materials, there are stone walls, lime and hemp plastering, and natural wood floors. The décor is warm, neutral and very comfortable, and there is plenty of daylight.
The barn gite is ideal for those looking for a haven of peace and quiet, to be surrounded by the song of the birds (and the crickets in the summer months), and to observe the plentiful flora and fauna. There are walks from the front door
Gite contents
On the ground floor (first floor North America):
- A living area 35 sq. metres in size (or 325 square feet) with views on Mt. Valier; large door-window, two windows and a substantial lightwell (from two Velux ceiling windows)
- A fully equipped kitchen area with dishwasher, gas rings, electric refrigerator (and freezer section), and all crockery and cutlery for those who love cooking
- A dining area with table for 6 to 8 persons
- A sitting area with double couch-cum-fold out bed, wood-burning stove (the main heating source), television with DVD player
- An electric radiator
- A large bathroom with toilet – 12 sq. metres or 100 square feet – and plenty of daylight from two large windows overlooking the mountains. This rooms contains
- A bathtub with shower inside
- A clothes washing machine
- An electric towel radiator, and clothes drier suspended from the ceiling
On the first floor (second floor North America):
- A mezzanine level of 20 sq. metres (or 180 square feet) with plenty of daylight and magnificent views of the mountains
- A large double bed
- A double sofa-bed
- Two chests of drawers, a toy chest, and a movable folding screen
In front of and around the barn gite:
A large flagstone and grass terrace with outdoor garden table and chairs, lounge chairs, and barbeque. There are other areas and terraces around the barn to get the sun all day long.
Also available:
- Extensive library about the local history, fauna and flora, and detailed maps and itineraries of local walks are provided. Sandrine will be happy to recommend walks and treks to suit all ages, preferences and degrees of physical fitness
- Available upon request are: baby cot, child’s high chair, baby bath, changing mat, stair gates, baby backpack carrier, all-terrain pushchair, and a few games
- Swings in our field 200 metres/ yards away along secluded path
- The barn gite is located 2 minutes walk away from the owners and from the second gite – the Studio Gite (accommodation, 2 to 4 persons)
- Pets welcome
