Light and airy 4 bed village house with games room, close to swimming lakes. | House in Bélesta
4 Bedroom House in Escouloubre-les-bains, Bélesta
Recently renovated, our family friendly house is beautifully light and spacious over 3 storeys in the village of Belesta, surrounded by the glorious hills and mountains of the Ariège.
The house itself has 4 light and airy bedrooms on the 1st floor, 3 double and 1 twin. Each equipped with ample storage and comforts. Each room has been designed to be inviting and comfortable with high quality linens and bedding. You will find a wardrobe, drawers, bedside tables and lamps in each room The twin room is opposite one of the doubles, down a small corridor, handy if you want to be close to younger children. We also have a cot should you require it, plus stair gates and a high chair. The property has two beautiful and spacious bathrooms, both with showers and storage.
The sizeable open plan Kitchen/diner and living area have a double height ceiling to one end, and large doors to the garden flood the room with light. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you could possibly need, even a salad spinner! There is a microwave, dishwasher, fridge freezer, electric hob, oven and grill and a raclette grill for the nights when only melted cheese will do. You'll find some basic ingredients in the kitchen, herbs and spices, oil, tea, coffee, sugar and a welcome basket to start your holiday off.
The kitchen doors lead out onto the sunny terrace - with plenty of space to eat, relax, drink or barbecue. This opens out into a lawned area with palms, figs and vines, perfect for relaxing in the sun. Carry on walking through to the secret vine garden, where you can quietly enjoy your morning coffee and croissant. The garden has some outdoor toys for your use and some buckets and spades to take to the lake.
Also in the house are a games room with table tennis, table football, jigsaws and toys. There is a laundry on the ground floor with both a washing machine and tumble dryer. On the first floor, between bedrooms, there is a generous landing with reading nook and tv den for you to plug in your own console. A door from here leads out into the quieter area of the garden.
The village of Belesta has everything you need in walking distance from the house; supermarket, patisserie, friendly restaurant and bar, local artisan shops and the weekly market. From our door follow walking routes into the hills behind the house and see the local ruins, or through the woodland to the phenomenon that is Le Fontaine de Fontestorbes, a section of the river that rises and falls intermittently. Further afield you can follow many walking or cycling routes through the Ariege and the Pyrenees.
There are two swimming lakes nearby; Lac Montbel approx 25mins from the house, which in addition to the beautiful scenery also offers various water sports, horse riding, high ropes course and swimming. The second lake in Puivert is 15 mins away. Lac de Puivert is a swimming and fishing lake perfect for families, especially those with younger children, the water is sectioned off to keep the littlest ones safe and a lifeguard is on duty during high season. Both lakes have 'buvettes' or restaurants, and Lac de Puivert has a bustling Marche Nocturne in the summer months, where you can buy you dinner from local food traders and eat on the beach. During the summer you will find Marche Nocturnes in many of the local towns and villages, Leran near Montbel has music and dancing and there have even been fireworks at Roquefixade.
Other activities available in the area include white water rafting, horse riding, many places for cave exploration, our favourite is La riviere souteraine de Labouiche near Foix where you journey by boat through the caves. There are also adventure climbing parks for children and teenagers and there are many other opportunities for exploring the area either by bike or on foot.
The house is situated in the heart of Cathar country and is easily accessible to the various regions in the Languedoc. The historical chateaux of Montsegur and Roquefixade are only 15km drive away. Visit the famous fortified city of Carcassonne, just over an hour’s drive, or the vineyards of Limoux. A must see is the medieval town of Mirepoix where many delightful restaurants cafes and shops can be found surrounded by beautiful medieval buildings.
Ax-les-Thermes is approximately an hours drive, you can visit spas, local markets and take the cable car up into the ski-fields. The journey to Ax is almost as breathtaking as the views of the mountains when you arrive, with secluded French villages and look out stations en route. Try stopping at the Col de Chioula, there are plenty of walks, and a couple of lovely restaurants with amazing mountain views.
We are situated approximately one hour’s drive from the Pyrenees and an hour and a half from the Mediterranean coast. Spain and Andorra are also easily accessible if you have a little more time to spare.
With 3 airports offering flights to the region, Toulouse, Carcassonne and Perpignan, you will be spoilt for choice for if you want to fly and hire a car. Ferries to Calais, Dieppe, Le Havre, Caen and many other ports make the journey to the South of France very easy. Le Shuttle gets you across the channel in 30 minutes, and you can catch a train all the way to Toulouse.
Light and airy 4 bed village house with games room, close to swimming lakes is located in Escouloubre-les-bains. Light and airy 4 bed village house with games room, close to swimming lakes provides accommodation, featuring Bedding/Linens, Guest Services, Entertainment, among other amenities. This House features Bedding/Linens, Guest Services, Entertainment, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Light and airy 4 bed village house with games room, close to swimming lakes has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Escouloubre-les-bains has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Escouloubre-les-bains, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Towels provided
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Hair dryer
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2 bathrooms
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Soap
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Shampoo
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Shower
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Bed sheets provided
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4 bedrooms
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Dining table
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Living room
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Stovetop
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Spices
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Coffee/tea maker
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Dishwasher
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Refrigerator
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Microwave
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Oven
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Toaster
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Washing machine and dryer
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Laundry facilities
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Beach towels
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Onsite parking
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Onsite parking options include a garage
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No pets allowed
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Smoke-free property
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Cycling nearby
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Hiking nearby
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Horse riding nearby
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Hiking/biking trails nearby
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Golf nearby
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Power boating nearby
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Kayaking nearby
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Wildlife and game walks nearby
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Swimming nearby
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Books
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Arcade/game room
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DVD player
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Foosball table
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Games
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Stereo
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Table tennis
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Smart TV with cable/satellite service
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English
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In a village
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In the mountains
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On the river
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In a rural location
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Printer
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Desk
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Desk chair
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Travel crib
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Children's dinnerware
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Children's games
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Children's toys
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Stair gate
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Highchair
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Iron/ironing board
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Free WiFi
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Garden
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Barbecue grill
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Patio
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Outdoor furniture
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Fire extinguisher
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
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First aid kit
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Hot tub
Policies
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 host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
