10/10 Excellent
Estelle W.
8 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Verry good
Estelle W.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023
Apartment
Escape to volvestre
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 462 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Rieux-Volvestre, Occitanie
- African Safari Zoo48 min drive
- Cité de l'Espace51 min drive
- Airbus52 min drive
- Toulouse (TLS-Blagnac)49 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Toilet · 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.
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
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view
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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
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
On-site 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 that 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 GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport 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 Ariégeoises Regional Natural Park and Cave of Mas d'Azil. Power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and hunting nearby.
Rieux-Volvestre, Occitanie
What's nearby
- Zenith de Toulouse - 42 min drive - 50.1 km
- African Safari Zoo - 48 min drive - 48.7 km
- Place du Capitole - 50 min drive - 53.1 km
- Cité de l'Espace - 51 min drive - 56.3 km
- Airbus - 52 min drive - 60.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Savoir Cuire Un Oeuf - 23 min drive
- Côté Pizzas - 23 min drive
- Le Bistrot d'Armand - 13 min drive
- L'Auberge du Plan d'Eau - 15 min drive
- La Caverne A Pizza - 17 min drive
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Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Violaine D., Paris
4 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Agréable séjour dans un cadre exceptionnel
Violaine D.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
8/10 Good
Marc P.
18 July 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beaux paysages et région sympa
Marc P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Isabelle P.
2 April 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bucolique
Isabelle P.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
Fayrouz K.
29 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent séjour
Fayrouz K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
About the host
Hosted by Geoffrey Douglas
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..
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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