Charming Cottage,tranquil setting, stunning views.Large private garden with pool

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Exterior
Pool
Interior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Lunac, Occitanie
  • Gorges de l'Aveyron
    9 min drive
  • Château de Najac
    18 min drive
  • Château Belcastel
    46 min drive
  • Rodez (RDZ-Marcillac)
    60 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Lunac

Located in Lunac, this farm stay is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Gorges de l'Aveyron and Monastery of Chartreuse Saint-Sauveur. .This family-friendly farm stay is 8.5 mi (13.6 km) from Musée Municipal Urbain Cabrol and 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from Notre Dame de Villefranche-de-Rouergue.

What's nearby

  • Gorges de l'Aveyron - 9 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Notre Dame de Villefranche-de-Rouergue - 14 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Château de Najac - 18 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Château Belcastel - 46 min drive - 25.6 miles
  • Albi Cathedral - 56 min drive - 34.0 miles

Getting around

  • Villefranche-de-Rouergue Station - 14 min drive
  • Rodez (RDZ-Marcillac) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Globe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪La Salamandre - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bar de la Plage - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Tartines et Compagnie - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪La Crêperie du Chateau - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Charming Cottage,tranquil setting, stunning views.Large private garden with pool

‘Les Portails’ is a converted farmhouse with an open sided barn located in a tiny hamlet, conveniently situated for local produce, sporting facilities and sites of historical and cultural interest. Behind the distinctive arched wooden gates feast your eyes on the rolling hills of the Aveyron countryside and absorb its natural beauty and tranquillity.

The house has been carefully restored and furnished substantially in local traditional style retaining features such as exposed beams whilst offering high quality modern facilities. The large enclosed garden, which is not overlooked, is mostly laid to grass punctuated with trees, which can offer welcome shade in the sunny summer months. The swimming pool is located in the garden a few yards from the house and has its own patio for lounging in the sunshine.

A GREAT PLACE TO RELAX AND UNWIND OR HAVE AN ACTIVE HOLIDAY IF YOU PREFER.

The farmhouse has a ‘pigeonnier’, an attractive feature from bygone days when pigeon droppings were prized and sold for profit. There are no longer any pigeons and none of the accommodation is in the pigeonnier!

Accessible directly from the garden, the kitchen has a traditional fireplace with a wood burning stove, a large family dining table and chairs. The kitchen was completely refitted in 2013 with large built in oven, dishwasher and washing machine, induction hob and granite worktops. There is a large freestanding fridge/freezer and combination oven with microwave and grill. The kitchen is comprehensively equipped with cookware and plenty of tableware for eight people. This modern facility will suit those who just want to make a quick snack as well as the most enthusiastic of cooks.

The master bedroom opens off the kitchen with its own window onto the garden. This room has a double bed, wardrobe and bedside tables. Attached is the ensuite, which has a bath with shower over, basin, bidet and WC.

The first floor sitting room is directly accessible from the kitchen, via a locally crafted wooden staircase. It has beautiful views over the garden and hillsides and direct access to a terrace located on the south side of the house. The terrace also has stunning views and an electric awning to protect you from the sun. There is a sofa bed and other easy chairs in the sitting room as well as TV,DVD, HiFi and broadband internet and WiFi. The terrace has a garden table with chairs to seat eight and also has a separate external staircase leading to the garden.

The second and third bedrooms and the family shower room are individually accessible from the sitting room via a short corridor. Bedroom two has a double bed and bedroom three a double bed and two single beds. Each has ample hanging and cupboard space. The family shower room has an enclosed shower, basin and WC.

The open sided barn is directly accessible from the lane and is large enough to accommodate two or three cars. It is also a useful covered space for your children to play out of the sun or if you have a showery day. The traditional ‘cave’ opens off the barn and contains a large spare fridge/ freezer, bicycles and children’s toys.

‘Les Portails’ offers easy access to airports at Toulouse (2hrs - Aer Lingus, BA, easyJet, Jet 2 and Flybe), and Brive (2hrs - CityJet). Brive (2hrs Ryanair)

The A20 AutoRoute is just over an hours drive away and there are a multitude of non-motorway options for reaching the house.

The Aveyron is one of the largest Departements in France and is the least populated. The area is rich in historic, cultural. geographical and geological sites of interest, including the breath taking Gorges of the Aveyron and Tarn. Among the many nearby towns and villages to visit are Albi, Belcastel, Cordes, Conques, Najac, Rodez, Roquefort, Sauveterre, St Antonin, St Cirq Lapopie and Millau with its famous modern bridge. There are colourful local markets and wonderful local food and wine. Both local independent shops and supermarkets are available in Villefranche de Rouergue, eight miles away or more locally at La Fouillade (5 miles) and Sanvensa (2 miles). There are plenty of restaurants to suit all tastes and pockets within fifteen minutes drive from the house.

There is a wide variety of sporting activities locally including canoeing, horse riding, fishing, tennis and golf. There are many possibilities for walkers in the unspoilt countryside. There is horse riding at Najac as well as canoeing. It is possible to take longer trips along the river from Lagepie to St Antonin.

There is a basic tennis court in Sanvensa and more in Najac, which also has a large open-air swimming pool. Albi and Rodez have excellent eighteen hole golf courses and there is a basic par three nine hole course with a driving range in Villefranche.
There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. The bathroom features a shower, a bidet, and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Mr John Durance

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Books
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • Tennis
  • Video library

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Private pool
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Character Farmhouse Your use Agritourism property Lunac
Character Farmhouse Your use Lunac
Character Farmhouse With Private Pool for Your use Only

Charming Cottage,tranquil setting, stunning views.Large private garden with pool Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 31 reviews" "
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8.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Stewart W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful holiday
Found it no problem, key was in press house is lovely with lots of old-world charm. Great Kitchen and lovely comfortable cozy lounge. But it's about the outside. The garden is fantastic with a few different areas to sit. The pool is perfect. Jerrome (sorry spelling) was around to do the lawn and check the pool and was very friendly and helpful. Also check out the Auberge in Sanvensa for lunch, just do it it's amazing.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jack P.

Beautiful and tranquil setting, large garden and pool. Interior a bit dated and lots of flies
The house is in a gorgeous and tranquil setting with lovely views across the garden and valley beyond. There is a lovely big garden with a nice (unheated) pool. There were lots of kids toys available which was perfect for our 2 year old. There were bikes which we used to cycle the pretty local roads (which were quite hilly, but I liked that...!) The kitchen in the house had everything you needed and all the appliances worked well. There wasnt a lot of space in the kitchen and lots of the rooms were very dark and a bit dingy and the decor was dated. This property is best enjoyed when you want to spend time outside. There were also lots and lots of flies which was a bit annoying sometimes. There were also a lot of rules and requirements for guests which in other houses we've been to have been done for you such as uncovering the pool, getting all the garden furniture out, cleaning the house etc but as long as you are happy to do that then its not problem. Overall i would recommend this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

Fantastic house in the beautiful Aveyron
We spent 2 weeks in Oubax & had a wonderful holiday. The house is lovely, very comfortable & certainly has the best equipped kitchen of any rental property I’ve ever stayed in. We didn’t use the TV but it was available with English & French stations & the WiFi was excellent inside & out. The terrace, garden & pool overlook beautiful countryside which was everchanging during our visit as the farmers harvested their fields. Although rural, shopping facilities are within easy driving distance, & there are plenty of restaurants to suit all tastes. The area has many great markets selling such fabulous fresh produce that you want to buy everything & take it back to the house & start cooking. As well as visiting the markets, beautiful bastides & the rivers, it’s a great area for crafts - we visited a number of artisan potters & jewellery makers & watched them at work before buying. I would highly recommend Les Portails to anyone looking to visit this region of France. It makes an excellent base for exploring but is also perfect for staying put. It’s such a good place to relax, have a swim, cook local produce, drink local wine & eat on the terrace looking out at the countryside. After all of that you sit for hours and stargaze. Perfect.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

A great holiday
A lovely quiet holiday home in a very rural area, but within easy reach of restaurants and supermarkets. The Gite had a stunning view of the surrounding countryside, and for most of the time the only sounds were the birds and insects. At night it was quiet and you could sit out watching the stars with no intrusive lights. The accommodation was absolutely fine, with all the facilities you could need, and very comfortable. We ate in and used restaurants in Najac and Villefranche, both only 15 minutes away by car. There is a supermarket only 5 minutes up the road, and Villefranche has everything you could need. We visited some of the cave sites north of here, and also found numerous prehistoric dolmen sites from the maps, and have fallen in love with the Bastides, so this proved to be a brilliant base for our adventures.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Ralf L., Grathem, The Netherlands

Quiet, of the beaten track
We spent two weeks in Oubax and liked it very much. The house is well off the beaten track and surrounded by beautiful countryside. The garden and pool are great and there is more than enough space to park your car and bikes. The kitchen is well equipped but lacks storage space and could do with a bigger bin (you have to separate your waste and have at least two bin bags at the same time but only one small bin). The sitting room upstairs feels a bit dated. Thelma and John are very nice hosts and were always quick to answer emails. There is a lot to do and see nearby and we managed to rent mountain bikes for the time from the tourist information in Villefranche (delivered to the house).
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

Great holiday home in the lovely French countryside
We had a lovely holiday. The house is situated amongst very pretty countryside. All facilities in the house were great, including the pool. The house was very clean. Bakery is within five minutes drive, supermarket and another super bakery is 10-15mins drive. Lovely towns and villages to visit. Would recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

JEAN-LOUIS C.

Joli gite à proximité de beaucoup de sites d'intérêt
Gîte très confortable et bien équipé. Une vraie maison de campagne, avec une superbe piscine en plus. Nous avons apprécié le confort de la maison, et pu profiter de cette magnifique région (Villefranche, Najac, Rodez, Lunac).
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Marilou M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Prachtige tuin, fijn zwembad, huis niet schoon
We vonden de tuin en de regio fantastisch. Het zwembad en de mogelijkheid van een early-check-in waren ook heel fijn. Het huis zelf viel ons tegen: heel veel schimmel in de badkamers (vieze kitranden, beschimmeld douchegordijn, groen-zwarte plekken onder de douchemat), viezigheid in de keukenlades- en kastjes en het huis stond zo vol met spullen van de eigenaar en vorige huurders dat er nauwelijks plek was voor onze eigen spullen: in de keuken voedingsmiddelen die over de datum waren, in de badkamerkast aangebroken verpakkingen maandverband/tampons waardoor het geheel meer oogde als een plotseling verlaten woning dan een vakantiehuis voor verhuur.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

dominique j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beau séjour
Très bel endroit avec un superbe extérieur
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jan v.

Genieten van een prachtige plek
Wat hebben we een fantastische tijd gehad op deze heerlijke rustige plek, samen met ons gezin. De mooie grote tuin, die qua uitzicht overliep in het landschap gaf het gevoel midden in de natuur te zitten. De vrije ligging was fijn maar vooral ook de rust en stilte, was echt heerlijk en soms adembenemend. Als je in de ochtend een duik in het zwembad nam en s'avonds kijkend naar een prachtige sterrenhemel, genoten we van de stilte. Dat was magnifiek. Het zwembad was heerlijk, lekker groot en hebben we samen van genoten. We hadden warm weer, dus een extra koelkast was erg fijn. Een mooie omgeving, met mooie oude Franse stadjes, en de weg ernaar toe rijden al mooi was. Kortom een heerlijke plek om te genieten en helemaal tot rust te komen.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanet V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustige super vakantie woning
Wat een fantastische plek om je vakantie te mogen vieren. Heerlijk rustig, fantastisch huis met zeer goede bedden en een heerlijk zwembad met heel veel grond eromheen. Verder heerlijk wandelen mooie natuur en veel oude stadjes om te bezichtigen. En natuurlijk een fantastische wildwatervaren bij Najac. Kortom perfect!
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Calme et reposant
Belle et grande maison, calme et reposante, et bien équipée
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pour passer de belles vacances dans une jolie maison et dans une belle et reposante nature.
Il s'agit d'une jolie maison, conviviale et agréable à vivre qui se situe dans une très belle région avec plein d'endroits à visiter; la piscine est très agréable et la vue vaste et belle. Le cadre permet de passer des vacances détendantes.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin v.

Liked: Cleanliness
an absolutely lovely place!
absolutely quiet amazing view lovely interior lots to do we would love to come back !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Johanna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Très belle maison de charme
"Les Portails" est une résidence de campagne super charmante ! Le style rustique et chaleureux nous a beaucoup plu. La cuisine attenante au jardin ensoleillé est très appréciable pur un séjour d'été. Nous avons séjourné à 6 adultes, et avons tous beaucoup apprécié la maison ! De plus, les équipements sont très confortables, et nous avions tous les consommables nécessaires à notre séjour, à disposition dans la maison. On s'y sent comme chez soi à peine arrivés ! Nous n'avons pas eu besoin de l'intervention d'un tiers, mais de toute façon un Monsieur passe régulièrement pour vérifier la piscine. N'oublions pas la superbe vue sur la vallée depuis la piscine justement !

10/10 Excellent

Philippe T., Eindhoven, The Netherlands

A very charming house in a beautiful region
We recently enjoyed our holiday in this beautiful house. The house itself is full of character, and beautifully situated in a rural environment with very nice views on the surrounding hills. The property has all the facilities you need (including good WiFi - vital for our kids ;-)) and is very comfortable. The garden is huge, with enough trees to offer shadow during a canicule. Shops, markets, restaurants nearby in villages Sanvensa (5 min) and La Fouillade (15 min). We enjoyed a nice balance of exploration and relaxation during our stay (with a lot of sun), and would really recommend this house. After 2 weeks, it felt a bit like we were leaving home instead of returning home.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

jean jacques a.

Maison agréable et bien équipée Beaux paysages visites culturelles à ne pas manquer
Vacances réussies dans maison agréable et alentours à ne pas manquer de visiter
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017