Built in the early 1800s by one of Napoleon's Generals, this Maison de Maître has been the principal residence within the bastide, as can be seen by the building's original features. The kitchen is fully equipped with a breakfast table, two fridge freezers, a 6 burner gas range with a double electric oven, dishwasher and all modern amenities. The house is a perfect place to relax with two sitting rooms, one for children and the other for adults, and offers two televisions as well as fibre internet access. Upstairs on the first floor, there are four double bedrooms; two ensuite doubles and two twins. Two of the rooms have south facing views of the Pyrenees. On the top floor you will find a double bedroom with views over the garden and its own bathroom. The laundry room has a tumble dryer and a washing machine. Gardens: Rare and unusual plants have been sourced to provide a haven within the backdrop of the bicentennial cedar trees. There is a small orchard and plenty of shady areas for relaxation, evening drinks and comfortable dining. An original lean-to barn has been adapted to provide an informal space for eating, games etc. The back courtyard can comfortably fit three cars. We can take bookings of no less than 3 nights outside school holidays and high season and of a minimum of 7 nights during school holidays and the high season.

The hosts have owned the house since 2014, drawn by the gentle rolling landscape of the Pyreneen foothills, its tranquil village life and of course its breathtaking mountain views. With one owner working in the renewable energies sector and the other studying towards qualifications in interior decorations and garden design, the Gers offered a perfect haven from their busy lives. It is their pleasure to be able to share a piece of this corner of France by offering a warm and charmingly decorated "home from home" to their guests. The property manager will be available throughout your stay to help make it as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.

Hiking and family-friendly hill walking in the foothills of the Pyrenees. The cosmopolitan cities of Pau, Toulouse and Biarritz are within an easy reach of up 60-90 minutes by car, as is much of the north of Spain. Sanctuaires and World Heritage sites, such as Notre-Dame de Lourdes and Gavarnie in their lush settings, which regularly host famed opera singers and theatrical festivals. The Abbaye de Flaran is one of the ‘Grandes Sites des Pyrenées’. Marciac and its world renowned Jazz Festival. Auch market town and its historic cathedral. Numerous Gascon villages and markets spilling with fresh local and often organic produce. Several golf courses (the closest at Pallanne only a 10 minute drive). The Tour de France regularly passes through the area. If châteaux’ are more your thing, you have a plethora to chose from, many with their own restaurants and vineyards with welcoming ‘dégustation’ events. There is no shortage of fine gastronomic outlets celebrating rustic gersois cuisine at its best - foie gras, armagnac, duck... as well as fine Michelin starred cuisine. Ski pistes can be reached within an hour and twenty minutes, perfect for day skiing.