Le Manoir Aux Volets Verts
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Stunning 4 star rated 4 bedroom house that sleeps 10 with a large, private, heated swimming pool in rural France.
If you're looking for space, both inside and out, we have it.
If you're looking for a holiday destination where 2 families or a group of friends can share a house with ample room and facilities, we have it.
Le Manoir aux Volets Verts is nestled in SW rural France where life is slow, fresh local produce is plentiful and the roads are empty.
As you walk through the double front doors of this stunning property you enter a large, impressive entrance hall (21.6m2) with original oak curved staircase. From here you have access to a formal dining room (26m2) lit by an antique chandelier or if you prefer something more laid back sit round the large table in the kitchen with views of the garden. The kitchen is a light and spacious room well equipped with plenty of storage units, granite worktops and a central island with extractor fan and gas and electric oven (36m2). If it's alfresco you want you have the choice of a canopied terrace or you can just relax at 'The View' - highly recommended in the evenings when the sun is setting with the added bonus of a fire pit if it's a little chilly.
Le Manoir aux Volets Verts offers 4 good sized bedrooms, 2 with ensuite plus a further family bathroom and an additional shower room and WC on the ground floor.
The first floor landing (17m2) leads to 3 of the bedrooms plus a family shower room with basin and WC (6m2) and stairs up to the master suite.
The 'Four Poster' double bedroom boasts a beautiful canopied bed and chandelier plus ensuite with walk in shower, WC, double hand basins and underfloor heating. (35m2)
The 'William Morris' bedroom has the option to be a twin bedded room or king size double, subject to your requirements plus additional single bed, if required. (26m2)
The 'Dormitory' is the children's room equipped with 2 single beds and a bunkbed located in the Amazon Jungle! A Glow in the Dark starry ceiling makes this room a very special place (17m2).
The 'Pyrenees Suite' on the second floor is a truly stunning, oak beamed bedroom with ensuite shower, hand basin and WC and its own walk-in dressing room (35m2)
All bedrooms have beautifully hand-finished soft furnishings including blackout curtains to ensure you all have a good night's sleep plus an Alexa Smart Speaker and sample toiletries in case you've forgotten yours. Pure cotton bedlinen and towels are included in each room plus complimentary toiletries.
outside,a choice of wood or gas bbq is available as well as a pizza oven, if you fancy trying your hand at making your own.
When you've had enough of the sunshine the Den offers you a TV with Netflix and Amazon, a library of DVDs and Playstation Games or you can simply select a board game or listen to music. If you've still energy to burn how about table tennis or darts in the Clubhouse or a session in the gym? Outdoor games including badminton, Jenga and boules are free to use and tennis racquets and balls are available to use at the tennis court which is 5 mins drive away in the local village. If there's work to be done, a small office space is available with high speed wifi throughout the property (300mb).
When the day is done and you want to relax and watch the sun set over the hills, relax down at 'The View' with a glass of something cold and listen to some music courtesy of our bluetooth lantern, it's an experience not to be missed! Alternatively switch off, lay back and gaze at the stars - there's definitely no light pollution here!
A welcome basket of fresh produce from the garden and eggs from our hens will await you in our large, well equipped kitchen. We are on site if you wish to purchase more otherwise local boulangeries, markets and restaurants are only a short drive away.
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Facilities
- No smoking
- Local contact
- Ecological
- Suitable for large groups
- Safe for small children
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Iron
- Vegetable garden
- Fenced garden
- Pets welcome
- Cot
- High chair
- TV
- Internet
- Bicycles at the house
- Fireplace
- Hair dryer
- With swimming pool
- Heated pool
- Private pool
Surroundings
If you're looking for a holiday in the sun with family and friends which is peaceful, set in the countryside with far reaching views and access to mountains, lakes, French villages and much much more, Le Manoir aux Volets Verts is perfectly positioned.
The pink city of Toulouse is less than an hour's drive and well worth a visit for its art and history. The warm and welcoming town of Auch will charm you with its atmosphere and rich heritage, whilst Pau at the heart of the Pyrenees-Atlantiques is the historic capital of Bearn and invites you to discover its many treasures. The famous spa town of the Pyrenees, Bagnères-de-Luchon is renowned for its thermal baths, but also its range of sporting activities it offers all year round from skiing and hiking to fishing and mountain biking. The second Catholic pilgrimage site in the world, Lourdes is just 80 minutes drive away and evokes a very special spiritual and mystical atmosphere.
if you prefer to stay closer you have a choice of many small villages which offer all the amenities you require as well as traditional French markets, cafés and restaurants.
- Rural
- Hilly
- Meadows and woodland
- In or near a village
Reviews
Miranda ‘t Gilde from Axel,
Wat een geweldig vakantiehuis!! We hebben genoten van de rust en de ruimte. Erg fijn dat iedereen zijn eigen badkamer had en bij minder mooi weer is er genoeg vertier in het huis om iedereen bezig te houden. Heerlijk kunnen koken in de zeer goed uitgeruste keuken. Ontzettend vriendelijke eigenaren Simon & Rachel waar je werkelijk alles aan kon vragen. Heel handig ook het contact via whatsapp. In de omgeving is er op korte afstand ook veel te doen. Kortom, een verblijf dat het meer dan waard is om nog eens te boeken.
Helen Armshaw-Bowen from Hampshire,
We had the most fabulous stay at Simon and Rachels' home. Spectacular setting with beautiful sunsets enjoyed from the generously sized swimming pool. Well maintained gardens in which to wander around in the tranquility and peace. Must eat in the restaurant in St André run by Jules and her father, a historic meal for a very modest price. If there is a better place in rural France to stay we've yet to stay there! (Direct booking, review taken from Google account.)
Restaurants, food & wine
Whether you yearn for traditional French fare or have children who prefer wood fired pizzas, we have a good selection of eateries in the area and are happy to make reservations for you or simply share the details. If you are celebrating a special occasion let us know as catering and a private chef is available.
Foie gras and magret are on the top of the restaurant menus and on the list of any self-respecting gastronome! The purple garlic of Cadours, the lamb of the Pyrenees and the black pig of Bigorre inspire the Haute-Garonne restaurateurs. Authentic Cassoulet served in an earthenware pot should not be missed nor should a slice of Croustade aux pommes, a buttery apple tart with several layers, which is hard to resist.
Activities
If you're a keen cyclist you're in the right place, either bring your own bike, which we can store for you or we have 2 adult mountain/off road bikes, 2 adult lightweight road bikes and 3 childrens' bikes, one with stabilisers. Don't forget to bring your own cycle helmets.
In front of the house is a large forest perfect for country rambles and dog walking. There are circular trails around the lakeside where you can fish and paddle and 5 minutes up the road there is a further large lake which you can walk around, watch the wildlife or just take in the peace and serenity of the setting and soak up the sunshine.
There are several equestrian centres locally which offer lessons and hacks at all levels and if tennis is your passion a newly surfaced court is freely available in the village of Salerm (we have racquets and balls you can borrow.)
For winter enthusiasts, there are several ski stations all within 90 minutes drive from the house, each offers different degrees of difficulty whether you're a beginning or pro.
Almost all activities are available within driving distance of Le Manoir whether it's kayaking, golf, lake beaches with inflatables, Go-Aping (high-rise, tree climbing), farm parks for the younger ones, or even just meandering through pretty, narrow cobbled streets, visiting local markets or taking in the atmosphere and stopping for an occasional café or glace. We have something to suit all ages.
If you prefer to stay local then why not relax around the 10m x 5m heated pool which is SW facing, laze in the hammock or sit in the shade under the great oak tree. Our 1.5 acres offers you plenty of room to kick a ball around and enjoy the range of outdoor games provided if the children are feeling energetic.
- Bicycle
- Near hiking trails
- Near ATB trails
- Near riding
- Fishing
- Mountain sports
Further remarks
We strive to maintain excellent standards throughout the property and grounds and also do our part to help the environment by encouraging our guests not to waste water, electricity and recycle rubbish when and wherever possible. Our water is heated by solar during the summer months and we grow and share our home grown produce with our guests when available. We have recently started to produce our own biological cleaning products which we use throughout Le Manoir and help to maintain the ecological equilibrium of our septic tank system.
All our guests who have stayed with us previously have rated us 5 star and their comments can be viewed in the Visitors' Book.
Additional price info and offers
€60 per medium sized dog, subject to approval.
Price includes
Cleaning fee, Towels, Bed linen
Price exclusive
- Safety deposit € 500.00