Holiday rental farmhouse in the Tarn with heated pool & gardens

Introduction

A simply outstanding property in all respects. This 300 year old farmhouse sits high on a hill and commands stunning, panoramic views over the beautiful countryside as far as the eye can see. Completely secluded and private, yet within easy reach of all amenities, activities and cultural events.

Fully renovated to an exceptionally high standard, the farmhouse has a real feeling of an original, French family home. Many original features (beams and stone walls) throughout, with modern decoration and furnishings in the traditional farmhouse style.

Internet access.

Lovely, large kitchen with range cooker and dishwasher and washing machine. Leads out to magnificent dining terrace with enormous, shaded stone table that overlooks the garden and pool and surrounding countryside.

4 bedrooms (2 air-conditioned), one with full, ensuite bathroom.

Large garden with private heated pool of 10 x 7.5m.

Games room with table tennis and bar football with further terrace overlooking pool. Wooded areas with many fruit trees.

Long, private drive with remote-controlled gate and private parking. Stunning views and complete privacy.

Lovely restaurant only 2 min drive. All amenities within 5 min and further facilities including shops, banks, café bars and huge choice of restaurants in Lavaur, 10 min.

Lots to do in the area for all ages. Toulouse airport only 45 min.

Please note: strictly no smoking in the property!
THE HOUSE IS FOR 6 ADULTS OR 2 FAMILIES CONSISTING OF TWO COUPLES AND MAXIMUM 6 DEPENDANT CHILDREN
UNDER THE AGE OF 18.

Accommodation

Entrance hall

Traditional French farmhouse-style kitchen with tiled floors, exposed stone walls and beamed ceiling
Large Godin range cooker with gas hob and oven with rotisserie. Dishwasher and American-style double-door fridge-freezer, microwave
Dining table and chairs to seat 8. Door to dining terrace and garden

Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer

Living room with tiled floors, exposed stone walls and beamed ceiling. Floor-to-ceiling open fireplace. TV with DVD and selection of games etc

Separate bathroom with WC, shower and hand basin

Large, summer living room with tiled floors, exposed stone walls and beamed ceiling. French conservatory-style furniture and day bed
Double aspect with wonderful views

Stairs to 1st floor:

Bedroom 1, king-size double with ensuite WC, shower and hand basin

Bedroom 2, king-size double

Stairs to 2nd floor:

Bedroom 3, double. Air-conditioned. Low beams

Bedroom 4, four single beds. Air-conditioned. Low beams

Separate bathroom with WC and basin

EXTERIOR:

Dining terrace with superb stone table and large parasol. Wonderful views

Extensive lawned garden with further woodland. 1 hectare in total. Fruit trees; fig, cherry, apricot, cherry and lemon. Grape vines

Pool 10 x 7.5m (inc Roman steps). Shallow end to max depth of 2m. Heated pool. Sun terrace with loungers

Renovated stone barn with games room - table tennis and bar-football

Terrace with table and chairs overlooking pool

Private drive with remote-control gates. Ample private, secure parking

Map showing: St Paul Cap de Joux

Map & local information

The property is located in open countryside outside St Paul Cap de Joux 45 min south-east of Toulouse.

1 km to Viterbe with a lovely restaurant. Opposite the restaurant is a traditional bakery. There is also a beautiful golf course with pool & restaurant here.

Further amenities in St Paul, 5 min with small supermarket and café bar and bakery.

Free tennis courts in Teyssode village (5 min).

Lovely walks along the (pedestrian only) Roman road that runs close by through the countryside.

Ten mins to Lavaur which benefits from two cathedrals, several supermarkets, a hospital, numerous restaurants and all modern day facilities including internet access. It has a wonderful Saturday morning market. Other lovely Saturday markets are in Revel and Castres.

Throughout the summer there are many festivals, free concerts and fairs in the whole region.

There is much to do on all levels. The area has many biking and walking trails, including a 30 km roman road near the house. There are many sports centres in the various mountains for canoeing, kayaking and so forth. Quad biking is also popular.

The property is situated 45 minutes southeast of Toulouse.

Time from following airports:
Toulouse - 45 minutes.
Carcassonne - 70 minutes.
Nimes - 120 minutes.
Girona in Spain - 3 hours.

The region has a rich Cathar history much in evidence everywhere. It's architecture is impressive, with many grand properties built on the wealth brought to the region by the blue dye of the pastel plant.

Toulouse nearby is a vibrant city of rose coloured brick and is known as the Paris of the south. It has a vibrant nightlife and many shops, fine restaurants and museums.

There are many more interesting cultural towns such as Castres, Albi, Carcassonne and Cordes to name a few.

Prices & booking

Terms & Conditions

• * Sterling & Dollar rates are provided ONLY as a guide - all rentals are payable in EUROS.
• Prices are for the rental of the entire property above, per week.
• Maximum of 6 adults or 2 families with maximum of 8 people.
• Bookings run from Saturday 4pm to Saturday 10am and include electricity, water, linen and towels (not beach towels).
• Pool open May 1st - end September.
• Neither Pure France nor the property owner are liable for any loss or interruption of internet service.
• No smoking in the property.

Client comments

"We have just returned from our 2 brilliant weeks and wanted to send some feedback for the guestbook.
The house and garden are truly beautiful with all the facilities we could possibly need. We were so relaxed that our 2 weeks felt like much longer. My parents joined us for a couple of days and they fell in love with the place too.
To step out of the heat of the day into the fabulous swimming pool was terrific, but my favourite time was sitting around the big granite table outside with a bottle of wine in the warm night air looking up at the stars and listening to the tree frogs and crickets chirping.
Michel the pool man is a true Frenchman - really charming and interesting to talk to. Marie Jo and Adel the housekeepers are lovely people who invited us for that great French tradition of an aperitif at their house, we had a lot of fun and it gave us a chance to really work on our French and they tested out their English on us. It really gave us a true taste of French life.
We would definitely love to return to the property, it was the perfect house in the perfect location and made a truly memorable holiday.
Thank you for everything we had brilliant service from your company and the house was everything and more that you said it would be."
Kitson family

"We had an absolutely wonderful time in this beautiful home. Such a gorgeous house in a truly wonderful setting.
One thing we particularly enjoyed doing was watering the many pots during the balmy evenings (glass of rose in hand as recommended) and it was a joy to see them flourish. The garden is stunning and provided many hours of adventure for my two girls aged 7 and 4.
I could go on but there are too many wonderful things to fit into one short email and I know others have probably said them before. One thing I particularly appreciated was the collection of cookery books - my selection of holiday reading was almost left untouched in favour of Elizabeth David and regional French cookery!"
Davinson family

"We have enjoyed a relaxing holiday in this beautifully restored farmhouse. We were fascinated looking at the photographic record of the extensive renovation programme. The pool particularly was a great hit at the end of a sightseeing day, along with the stunning views and yes, a glass of wine!"
The Vickers & Plummer families

"We absolutely adored the property! So sad to leave! It was so beautiful and beautifully equipped & the region as wonderful as we remembered it. The flowers (especially the big patch of lavender), herbs, pool, view, kitchen, rooms, games - all perfect for 3 generations... we would certainly come back again... a majorly memorable fabulous trip."
Katie

"... just a short message now that we have returned home. This an unique house. Everything about it is beautiful. The restoration work out is outstanding. The very high standards and the wonderful atmosphere in the house ensured that we had a memorable holiday from the moment we arrived."
Maria O'Brien,

"...the house and setting are both absolutely beautiful and we really enjoyed exploring the local area. We had a great time and would love to return some time. There are still lots of walks waiting to be tackled when Tom is a bit older."
Paddy Gardiner

"This place is paradise and so relaxing! You can see it has been renovated with love. We had an amazing holiday touring the area and its lovely medieval towns. But our favourite moment of the day was rosé on the summer terrace as the sun was setting and watching our children jumping in the pool."
Linda and Peter Williamson, The Wirral, U.K.

"This is the most wonderful house I have ever stayed in. You can see how much thought has gone into its renovation. Each piece of furniture has been carefully chosen, and the whole is totally harmonious, yet not intimidating. Nothing is fussy and I felt completely comfortable, as if I was in a home away from home."
Uva Lucks, Hamburg

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Tarn holiday rental farmhouse near St Paul Cap de Joux in south west France with heated pool and gardens...

'The Hilltop Farmhouse'

Tarn holiday rental farmhouse near St Paul Cap de Joux in south west France with heated pool and gardens.

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