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Local ski resort (Guzet) | .jpg)
Local ski resort (Guzet) |
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Le Pichet |
Miramont, Midi-Pyrenees, France |
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“Le Pichet”- lovingly restored and tastefully furnished, largely in oak, this lovely stone house and beautiful garden offer wonderful views west with fabulous sunsets over the mountains. Situated in a tranquil hamlet at 800m above sea level, it accommodates 2-6 with a reduced price option for 2-4. We also offer painting/sculpture tuition and exclusive full board painting holidays. Superb walking. |
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Property Info |
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Accommodation Type:
| Cottage |
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Property Setting:
| Mountainous / Romantic / Rural |
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Holiday Type:
| Relaxing / Family / Sports & activity / Culture |
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Bedrooms:
| 2 |
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Guests:
| 6 |
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Catering:
| self-catering |
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General Info |
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Leaving the the Garbet (valley of the Montreurs d’Ours) between Oust and Erce, you follow a lane which twists and turns among woods and flowers, always climbing, to its end – and there is Miramont, a little paradise on earth overlooking the Bassin d’ Oust. Formerly devoted to agriculture, the hamlet consists today of eleven pretty, well renovated barns and houses, where you will be sure of peace and quiet. As Miramont is situted at the end of the lane, there is no through traffic except for the occasional car going to a couple of houses further up the hamlet. Almost all the houses are French- owned "maisons secondaires"; Miramont is an incredibly friendly community but this in no way impinges on the privacy of individual properties. |
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Details on the area surrounding the property/accommodation |
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The Ariege-Couserans (18 valleys converging on St Girons) has a rich and varied heritage of which the locals are justly proud. It has the wildest, most remote and unspoilt scenery of the Pyrenees as well as the gentler beauty of its lower valleys and slopes, and Miramont is ideally placed for you to explore wherever the fancy takes you. Walking is superb whatever your level, there is an excellent Centre Equestre in Oust, canoeing in the Salat, lake and river angling, and skiing at the family-oriented resort of Guzet-Neige. Beautiful Gallo-Roman St. Lizier adjoining St Girons is one of “Les plus beaux villages de France”, while medieval Foix and its chateau is 1hr away. Numerous Cathar castles, the world-famous Grottes de Lombrives/Niaux, Tarascon's Park of Prehistoric Art and the underground river of Labouiche are all within a 2h radius. There are many attractions for children. |
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Getting there & away/local amenities |
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Getting There:
| Miramont is 1h from the A64 (Toulouse-Bayonne Autoroute); 1h30 from Toulouse-Blagnac (Easyjet/British Airways from Gatwick) and 2h from Pau/Carcassonne (Ryanair from Stanstead, Bristol, Liverpool, E. Midlands and Dublin.) Detailed road directions will be sent on reservation. Locally, the villages of Oust and Seix supply all needs, (including doctor and pharmacy). Both have small but well-stocked supermarkets, and we can particularly recommend the butchers' in Oust and the bakers' in both places. For those wishing to eat out, there is a good selection of restaurants specialising in regional cuisine (see Google section) among which the "Restaurant/Bar du Garbet" in Oust is outstanding. The town of St.Girons, with a large selection of shops, supermarkets and restaurants, not to mention a wonderful Saturday market, is 20k away. Toulouse, "La Ville Rose" is also within easy reach. |
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Nearest airports:
| Toulouse 1.5 hours drive |
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Car Hire:
| Optional |
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Nearest shop:
| 4km |
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Nearest market:
| 20km |
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More Info |
Owner Info |
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Eleri/Rodney Munday |
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+44 (0)1279 843652 / + 33 561-96-46-72 |
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Activities Nearby |
Art & Craft / Birdwatching / Canoeing / Climbing / Cycling / Fishing / Horse Riding / Skiing / Therapies / Walking
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Interior Facilities |
Log Fire / Television / Washing Machine
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Interior Details |
"Le Pichet" is a traditional mountain house built, as are many in the region, partly into the hillside. It adjoins "La Carrette", the former farmhouse which we now also have the privelege to own. Over the past 15 years we have lovingly restored Le Pichet to retain as many of the original features as possible - the "pas de oiseaux" originally built for thatching purposes, and the beams of the old roof structure. Tastefully and comfortably furnished, and now hung with paintings by Rodney and embroideries by Eleri, we are proud to welcome you into this part of our home.The house benefits from superb light, particularly in the afternoons and evenings in the downstairs dining room and upstairs rooms. The ground floor consists of a spacious dining room, bathroom and well equipped kitchen; a lovely oak staircase leads to the first floor consisting of a light, high-ceilinged and spacious living room/extra bedroom and two charming bedrooms. There are two letting options - see further info.
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Exterior Facilities |
BBQ / Garden / Garden Furniture / Parking
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Exterior Details |
The lovely west-facing garden is an idyllic place to relax and enjoy the view, and offers stunning sunsets over the mountains. Planted with roses, honeysuckle and clematis, it is a magical spot in all seasons; you are most welcome to use its abundant herbs in your cooking,and help yourselves to raspberries, rhubarb and salad when available. There is a shaded paved area ideal for preparing and enjoying your barbecue. There is communal parking.
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Further Details |
The house is very well equipped so that you can enjoy your stay in comfort.
Downstairs, a sofa, bibliotheque and log burner combine with the dining furniture to give a homely ambience to the dining room; the kitchen, in addition to its oven, microwave and fridge-freezer, has a food-mixer, juicer, slow-cooker, raclette and fondue ( the region boasts an incredible number of wonderful cheeses!) The bathroom is small but functional, containing everything you need: bath (with shower attachment), washbasin and w.c. -the blue tiling is light and clear in summer, warm in winter. Upstairs, the lounge/extra bedroom contains sofa, armchair, canape gigogne (which converts to 2 single beds) and a well stocked bookcase, both English and French. A large number of maps, walking guides and local information is also at your disposal. To one side of this, a delightful chalet style bedroom contains one double bed, cupboards and shelving; to the other a larger, beamed bedroom contains one double and one single bed, wardrobe and shelving. (please note that although the total number of sleeping places is 7, we advise 6 as the maximum overall capacity of the house.)There are 2 options for letting: 2-4 people can be comfortably accomodated in the chalet bedroom and the lounge/extra bedroom; 2-6 people in both bedrooms and the lounge/extra bedroom.(see prices). These rooms all look beyond the garden to the valley between Miramont and the pretty hamlet of Arrous, the wooded ridge of the Mirabat (where there is a chateau built by Charlegmagne) and beyond to the Col de la Core and the slopes of Mt.Valier - at dawn bathed pink in the early light of sunrise, with the smoke curling up from the chimneys of Arrous, and only the sound of birdsong, the stream gurgling below and cowbells. At night, the sky scattered with a million sparkling stars is pure enchantment. For further information about the property, the area, our painting/ sculpting courses, walking possibilities, please see our website or telephone- we will be delighted to help.
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Conditions of Rental |
Wood, electicity, taxe de sejour are included; sheets & towels, (10€ per person per week) and final cleaning (€50 for 2-6 pers, 40€ for 2-4 ) are an optional extra. A deposit of 25-30% (depending on the total) will be charged on reservation, the balance to be paid at the latest on arrival. During medium and low season, the house is available for weekends; durations other than a week are also possible at pro-rata prices. Changeover day is Saturday in high/very high season; other by arrangement.
A contract and conditions of letting will be sent automatically on reservation, setting out the terms of payment, the caution, and conditions of cancellation. We accept cheques or cash- payment in euros is preferred, but we accept sterling,in which case each payment is calculated on the base of the exchange rate that day. Please do contact us for further information and rates for shorter stays.
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Other Information |
Child Friendly / No Smoking / Short breaks available
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What visitors have said about Le Pichet |
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Un superbe séjour a Miramont dans la jolie maison d’Eleri, grace aussi a son immense gentillesse!
Mireille Diolez ,
Haute Savoie, 74 France,
Jun 2007 
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Un grand merci pour votre acceuil, votre hospitalité, votre générosité et surtout la joie et la patience de William. Vive les rapports franco-britanniques du 21eme siecle! Vive l’Ariege qui revit grace aux amoureux de ces montagnes, venus de toute l’Europe. Bienvenu chez nous, des que vous le souhaitez.
la famille Toublanc,
Nantes,
Jul 2007
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Thank you very much for the extremely pleasant accommodation in these verdant surroundings- and for your lovely hospitality. A rare and splendid opportunity to explore the Ariege with the comfort of “le Pichet” as home base. Kind regards and best wishes for your continued success with this lovely gite!
P. Roughton & J. Gonin,
Iceland/Paris,
Jul 2007
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Magnifique semaine a tous points de “vues”. Merci a nos hotes si genereux et acceuillants! Longue vie au “Pichet”. Au plaisir de se revoir bientot en Angleterre et on vous attend a Quebec! Bonjour special a William, dit le Roi Arthur!
Helene et Jean-Paul,
Quebec,
Sep 2007
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We had a great time. A few ants in our pants but that was fine.Lovely view from the gite.We tried lizard-catching - with good luck and help from Dad we caught 3! Went on lots of lovely big walks getting cold and wet and hot! Thanks a lot!
Mike, Rachel, Rosie and Polly,
mid-Wales,
Apr 2008
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A lovely gite! And a lovely hostess! On adore vos broderies, Eleri, et vos livres! Merci pour la broderie.
Florence, Lucie et Chacha Gonzalez,
Haute Garonne,31,
Jul 2008
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Merci beaucoup pour ce charmant gite et pour votre acceuil plus que chaleureux.Nous avons passe de merveilleux vacances au “Pichet”. “L’aperatif” nous a permis de connaitre tout le hameau et de lier connaissance! Le suite de sejour n’en fut que plus agreeable!
Nous nous souviendrons toujours que Baptiste a fait ses premiers pas ici et qu’il a fete son 1re anniversaire, (il a aussi cuelli tous les fleurs autour ,profite des fraises de bois, fait le char aux limaces!) Merci a William pour sa gentillesse et pour nous avoir prete ses jouets! Merci Eleri et Rodney pour votre acceuil- nous reviendrons avec plaisir si la vie nous en donne l’occasion; en esperant vous croiser ici, a Lyon a Londres ou au hazard d’un chemin.
Jerome, Catherine et Baptiste Chapinski,
Lyon,
Aug 2008
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The warmest of welcomes, most charming of cottages,and most beautiful surroundings! The only “problem” is the leaving, one would want to stay on indefinitely. Thanks Eleri, Rodney and William for all your care, help and hospitality, hope to be back soon.
Marjoline,
Netherlands,
Mar 2009
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Enjoyable week, fabulous walks around the region, particularly Col de la Core/ Etang de L’Echelle for a picnic. Recommended!
Tito and Erlys,
London,
Jul 2009
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Thank you – we’ve had a lovely relaxing and peaceful week at “le Pichet”. Comfortable, welcoming- with beautiful storms, sunsets and sunny days!
Mark and Paul,
Manchester,
Jul 2009
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Nous venons de passer une semaine tres agreeable,calme et reposante,dans un milieu acceuillant, simple, vrai, poetique, une nature engorgeant de beaute qu’il nous reste a decouvrir…..
Marie-Claire et Francois-Xavier,
Lot, France,
Jul 2009
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Séjour tres agréagble et reposant au Pichet que nous avons connu par beau et mauvais temps! Acceuil chaleureux, merci et peut-etre a une autre fois!
Annick et la famille Parmentiers,
Angers,
Aug 2009
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Very enjoyable, laid-back week in sumptuous surrounding. Would certainly return to “le Pichet”. Merci a tout le monde.
Paul McCollier &co,
Rennes 35, France,
Aug 2009
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4 jours de congés volés au stress et a l’agitation de nos vies ordinaires, pour profiter du calme et de la serenité de ce hameau Ariegeois. Ce court sejour, qui en appelle surement un autre, a permi de decouvrir et d’apprecier la convivialité et l’hospitalité d’Eleri et Rodney. Bien a eux!
la famille Proust,
Bordeaux,
Jan 2010
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