The Cottage
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The house
This spacious gite is well equipped, with a lovely private garden and patio. The gite has been equipped to the French three-star standard and includes; Kitchen – fully equipped with electric oven and gas hob, dishwasher, washing machine, fridge freezer, microwave and a wide variety of cooking equipment and utensils. Living area with tables, sideboards, sofas and chairs, TV and DVD player. Upstairs, there’s two bedrooms, one with a comfy double bed, the other with two single beds. Both bedrooms have a built-in wardrobes. The spacious, upstairs bathroom has a shower and WC. Cleaning materials, environmentally friendly wherever possible, a vacuum, a clothes airer, iron and ironing board are provided. If you have young children, a cot and high chair are available, if required.
Facilities
- Independent
- No smoking
- Local contact
- Safe for small children
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Iron
- Cot
- High chair
- TV
- Internet
- Hair dryer
Surroundings
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The Cottage is converted from the barns of our corps de ferme Bearnaise, just 2 kilometers outside the vibrant small town of Monein in the heart of the Jurancon. Set in three hectares of farmland, we are surrounded by rolling hills and vineyards, easily accessible via the myriad of chemins that join the villages and hamlets beyond our back gate. The gite is on two floors, with its own private garden. The patio is a great spot to watch the sunset with a glass of Jurancon!
- Rural
- Hilly
Reviews
keith bulloch from Tilburg,
A great place to stay if you are looking for peace and quiet the scenery and accommodation are both amazing and the hosts are always on hand with advise and tips about the local area without being intrusive,we will definitely stay there again when in the region.
Comment from Rebecca Jackson
Thank you for your review and for taking such good care of our gite. We’re pleased you enjoyed your stay in our beautiful region and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Fam van Til from Krimpen a/d IJssel,
Mooi huisje in een mooie en zeer rustige omgeving. Ben en Rebecca zijn hartelijk en behulpzaam en kunnen je veel tips geven over de omgeving.
Comment from Rebecca Jackson
Thank you very much for your visit. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay in this beautiful region.
Rebecca and Ben.Michael Gomes from Dordrecht,
Me and my family had the best time over in Monein. It truly exceeded all expectations! First of all the scenery was astounding. Just driving up there was a delight.
The owners, Rebecca and Ben, were such nice people. The cottage was fully prepared for our visit. They even took the liberty to have some fresh French bread and a nice bottle of wine ready for us. Furthermore they already had done some groceries so, on our first day, all we had to do was kick back and relax. The gite was lovely decorated and nicely renovated. Everything you would expect from a 3 star accomodation and more! Plus there were more than enough brochures about what to do in the area. We stayed there for 3 weeks and we were feeling at home pretty soon. Every week we received fresh bedsheets and towels and Rebecca kept us up to date about the festivities in the surrounding villages.
The mountains were just a 40 minute drive away and the nearest city of Pau was a 30 minute drive, which my family really enjoyed. Make sure to visit one of the many caves or mountain lakes or drive up to Laruns (Train d'Artouste) for a beautiful train ride high up in the mountains. Ofcourse i don't have to mention that if you're a wine lover, you certainly will be very pleased to find that there are a lot of vineyards in the area.This was a holiday me and my family won't forget anytime soon. Thank you Rebecca and Ben for being such wonderful hosts _/|\_
Restaurants, food & wine
There are currently four restaurants in Monein, and countless more in the local towns and villages, and of course in Pau itself. The town has no less than three boulangeries, all need to be tried to find out whose baguettes and croissants you prefer. There are also 2 butchers, a charcuterie, a small supermarket and a larger supermarket just outside the town centre. Market day is Monday in Monein itself, and we can provide you with a list of other market days locally to help you with your shopping.
The Bearn is well known for it's gastronomy, duck and pork products, cheese and, from here, the Rousanne peach. Whatever your preference we are sure you will find something that you will enjoy.
Wine is, of course, something of a speciality around here. Whatever your preference, a tasting or two during your trip comes highly recommended!
Activities
Set in the heart of the beautiful Béarn region in south-west France, you can access a host of activities from Gites de Bernet.
The stunning Pyrénées mountain range is clearly visible from our property and several ski resorts, both French and Spanish and ideal for both beginner and expert skiers, are within 1-2 hrs drive. Nordic skiing, snowshoeing, dog sleds and sledging can be found at, or near our local resort of La Pierre St Martin. The fantastic landscape is ideal for outdoor activities in the warmer months too.
A huge variety of other outdoor activities can be found nearby. The rolling landscape is a magnet for cyclists (the Tour de France passes close by each year). Walkers will find a host of trails through hills covered in vineyards, with fantastic mountain views, or in the mountains themselves. If you're into fishing, the world salmon fishing championships are held each year in nearby Navarrenx. The region is covered in streams full of trout and salmon and there are several fishing lakes in the area too. The rivers are also ideal for white water rafting, canoeing, kayaking, canyoning and swimming - or, take it easy and enjoy a picnic while you try to spot dragonflies and kingfishers. Horse-riding is available in the local town of Monein and elsewhere. The stunning landscape, which forms the backdrop for all of these activities, is a draw for photographers and artists alike. The area is rich in wildlife; look out for some of the bird life such as cattle egrets, green woodpeckers, pied flycatchers, tree creepers, peregrine falcons and eagles.
The gite is in the heart of the relatively unknown Jurancon vineyard region. Its sweet, white wines are renowned for their acidity, due to being harvested late in the year, making them ideal as an aperitif. The dry Jurancon wine is harvested in the autumn and is a perfect accompaniment to fish, seafood and cheese. With many excellent vineyards just a short distance away, you are spoilt for choice! Tastings and tours can be arranged throughout the year. If you prefer red wines, the local Béarn reds and the wines of the nearby Madiran wine region, near Pau, are perfect with the local Brebis sheeps cheese, beef from the local Blonde d'Aquitane cows, duck and foie gras - all very typical of the region.
The historic & picturesque towns of Monein (2kms away), Navarrenx, Oloron, Orthez & Sauveterre de Béarn are close by & the spa town of Salies de Béarn, famous for its salt, is well worth a visit during your stay with us. All have a number of fetes during the year and restaurants, specialising in local cuisine.
A day trip to the historic and picturesque city of Pau, just 25 minutes away is not to be missed, with a host of cultural, sightseeing, shopping, eating & sporting opportunities, to suit all ages.
If you have children, there are several outdoor climbing activity centres, an outdoor pool in Monein, a nearby water park, indoor swimming pool, bowling, animal parks, mountain train rides and lots more all within easy reach of The Cottage.
Take a look at the Couer de Béarn tourism page for more information and inspiration and we will be very happy to advise you of the best places to go and things to do, depending on your interests.
- Near hiking trails
- Near ATB trails
- Near riding
- Near theme park
- Fishing
- Water sports
- Mountain sports
- Cross-country skiing
Further remarks
The farmhouse on the property is our year-round family home. We will be on hand for help and advice during your stay should you need us. We can also heartily recommend the local Office de Tourisme Coeur de Bearn, with offices in Monein and Orthez. They are a great source of information and speak many languages too.
Additional price info and offers
Additional discounts may be available for bookings over 2 weeks in duration.
Longer term lettings are available between October and March inclusive, subject to individual agreement.
During winter months heating charges may be made in addition to rental costs, according to electricity usage.
Bookings subject to our terms and conditions, which will be supplied when you confirm your stay,
Price includes
Towels, Bed linen
Price exclusive
- Safety deposit € 150.00
- Cleaning fee (optional) € 50.00