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Escape to volvestre

Escape to volvestre

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Overview of Escape to volvestre

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 462 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

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Rieux-Volvestre, Occitanie
  • AirportToulouse (TLS-Blagnac)48 min drive
  • Popular LocationAfrican Safari Zoo48 min drive
  • Popular LocationCite de l'Espace51 min drive
  • Popular LocationAirbus52 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet Ā· Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Escape to volvestre

Saint Laurent is an ideal place for a holiday away from Covid-19 and from the city.
We enjoy 27 hectares (66 acres) of private land.
We are at the end of a cul-de-sac so there is no passing traffic.
Our apartments have independent access, which makes social distancing easy.
They have fast wifi, a comfortable workspace and are suitable for children.
Geoff and Penny are retired health professionals.

This first-floor, self-contained, 62 sq m apartment is part of a large, beautifully-restored farm house. Huge garden and staggering panoramic views of the Pyrenees, but close to a medieval village and only a few minutes from the A64 motorway.

The apartment is for your own private use, and although the owners reside at the property, there is no interaction unless you wish it. You can enjoy, by invitation, the common areas of the house, which include a large salon and balcony. In the salon there is a Kawai grand piano.

Guests have access to the extensive grounds, and there are many established walks in the area.

It is advisable to have your own transport. There is plenty of free private parking.

Property manager

Geoffrey Douglas

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Pool
Le GĆ®te de Pierre Vous Accueille au Cœur du Volvestre
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
9.4 out of 10, (3 reviews)
Le GĆ®te de Pierre Vous Accueille au Cœur du Volvestre

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Rieux-Volvestre

Located in Rieux-Volvestre, this apartment is in a rural area. Saint-Christophe-des-Templiers Church and Pharmacy of the 18th Century are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Pyrenees AriƩgeoises Regional Natural Park and Cave of Mas d'Azil. Motor boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
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Rieux-Volvestre, Occitanie

What's nearby

  • Zenith de Toulouse - 42 min drive
  • African Safari Zoo - 48 min drive
  • Place du Capitole - 50 min drive
  • Cite de l'Espace - 51 min drive
  • Airbus - 52 min drive

Getting around

  • Carbonne Station - 15 min drive
  • Blagnac Airport (TLS) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Le Bistrot d'Armand - 13 min drive
  • Restaurant de la Halle - 11 min drive
  • CĆ“tĆ© Pizzas - 23 min drive
  • Savoir Cuire Un Oeuf - 23 min drive
  • La Bon'Heure - 17 min drive

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Estelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Verry good
Hoste friendly and kind
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Violaine D., Paris

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AgrƩable sƩjour dans un cadre exceptionnel
Nous avons passĆ© un excellent sĆ©jour, trĆØs bon accueil, la localisation est parfaite si vous souhaitez ĆŖtre au calme et profiter d'une magnifique vue Ć  360Ā° sur les PyrĆ©nĆ©es !
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Marc P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beaux paysages et rƩgion sympa
Ras
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bucolique
TrĆØs bon accueil chaleureux. Logement trĆØs bien Ć©quipĆ© et confortable. Visite des Alentours Ć  ne pas manquer. Je recommande.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fayrouz K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent sƩjour
Nous avons passĆ© un excellent sĆ©jour dans lā€™appartement Saint Laurent : trĆØs fonctionnel. Il se situe Ć  lā€™Ć©tage dā€™une grande maison et est tout Ć  fait privatif. Le jardin est immense et trĆØs bien entretenu. Les environs offrent une vue magnifique sur les PyrĆ©nĆ©es Nos hĆ“tes, Geoffrey et Penny se sont montrĆ©s trĆØs accueillants et sympathiques. Merci pour le vin !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by Geoffrey Douglas

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Geoff Douglas is a retired physician. He was born in London, grew up in Zambia, schooled in Zimbabwe and read medicine at Oxford. He worked for 35 years in Swaziland, where he founded a managed health care organisation. As a holistic practitioner, Geoff has developed his interest and awareness of the significant role nutrition can and should play in health. He now lives with his wife, Penny, on the farm - Saint Laurent - in France, where they practise permaculture. Geoff has written a novel - The Rattle of Seeds - and a fascinating memoir - Life is a Fatal Illness.

Why they chose this property

Breath-taking views, a rich cultural heritage, meandering rivers and canals, winding roads and quality local produce all conspire to make Saint Laurent an unforgettable rural experience. Here you can get away from it all, but if you want some action, you do not have to travel far to find it.

What makes this property unique

Toulouse (40 mins) and Albi, Carcassonne and Lourdes (all 90 mins) are within easy reach by car.

Our property has other rentable space (e.g. 'Rural Tranquility near Toulouse' and 'Ideal Family Space on the Via Garona'), if your party is larger. We can accommodate up to 12 people for a family get-together..

Languages:

English, French
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