Chateau/Castle with 9 Bedrooms, Sleeps 18, Garden, Swimming Pool
Lying just outside the village of Tarabel, 25 kms from the centre of Toulouse, the Chateau Dufond faces the Pyrenees and is surrounded by a hectare of picturesque gardens. Recently restored in keeping with the original style – using red brick typical of the architecture so often featured around Toulouse – Chateau Dufond was originally built in 1810. Flanked by two towers and a dovecote, the large windows give a well lit, airy feel to the building.
Nearly all of the bedrooms are en suite, and a private pool with extensive outdoor terracing to dine on is a feature of the property. The local landscape is somewhere between the gentle hills of Aquitaine and the Mediterranean feel of Languedoc. The area is sometimes referred to as “Little Tuscany” on account of winding country lanes and a sprinkling of hillside houses.
Comprising a main house (seven bedrooms) and neighbouring apartment (two bedrooms) rented together; the Chateau Dufond is suitable for groups up to 18.
On the ground floor in the main house there are five double bedrooms. Three of these have en suite bathrooms and there is one additional family bathroom. There are two entrances into the house, the second of which leads to a bedroom with stunning, old tiled floor and large wardrobe. The sitting room is furnished with armchairs and two sofas and contains a piano, wide-screen TV, music system and many books. It features a fireplace, soft yellow walls with white painted panelling and lovely pine wood floors. A real sense of space is provided by the exposed stone and brickwork, and a framework of beams in the living/dining room and kitchen. Two large farmhouse style tables can seat ten each. Windows open out onto a terrace where you can sit on hot summer days and gaze out over the hills and Pyrenees beyond. All modern amenities can be found in the kitchen.
On the first floor there are also 2 further bedrooms that share a bathroom. A single bed, armoire, wooden floors and a black marble fireplace can be found in the old billiard room.
In the self contained apartment the living room is well furnished with two sofas, armchairs and a pedestal table. French windows open out onto the south and west of the garden, with panoramic country views beyond. A fully equipped kitchen includes farmhouse table seating eight on assorted chairs. There are two further double bedrooms each with their own bathroom.
Outside, shaded by an ancient Sophora tree, Sycamore and Catalpa trees, the terrace is furnished with sun loungers, teak tables and chairs and extends along the south of the house. It also overlooks the terraced swimming pool measuring 10x5 metres, which ensures the safety of children by being surrounded by a hedge.
Facilities for this holiday chateau/castle in Toulouse, Midi-Pyrenees
Real Fire, Central Heating, Telephone, House Linen, Towels Provided, Internet Access.
Entertainment:
Satellite TV, Video, DVD, Radio, CD System, Board Games.
Outside:
Private Pool, Terrace, Garden, BBQ, Parking, Balcony, Garden Furniture.
Suitability:
Children Welcome, Suitable For Elderly.
Local activities in and around Toulouse, Midi-Pyrenees
Chateau Dufond is situated only 40km from the airport at Toulouse.
Restaurants like the Auberge du Poids Public in St Félix Lauragais (15 km), Tirou in Castelnaudary (35 km), La Table du Marché in Castanet Tolosan (15 km) and the Auberge du Bout du Monde in Verdun-en-Lauragais (45 km) are in the vicinity of the property, as are the very reasonably priced, huge selection of restaurants in Toulouse.
Essential shops are situated nearby and within 30km you will find four golf courses, tennis courts within 4kms and many places to walk and cycle. Especially good for hiking and riding is the Montagne Noire (30km)
Boats can be hired along the Canal du Midi, while swimming and windsurfing on the Lac de St Ferréol. Only 45mn drive from Tarabel is Carcassonne and its medieval City. The old town of Toulouse is particularly inviting, alongside the university and excellent shopping available.
Rental rates for this chateau/castle
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Low Season Rate From:
£2600.00
€3276.00
$4212.00
High Season Rate From:
£3400.00
€4284.00
$5508.00
Rental Notes: - Security deposit: €1500. This is paid on arrival and will be refunded in full after departure subject to damage inspection. - Linen & towels: All linen and bath towels are included in the rental price. - Energy costs: Extra charges outside of the summer. - End of stay cleaning: Included. Please leave the property in the state that you found it. - Arrival time: 4pm onwards. - Departure time: 10am. - Pets: No pets allowed. - Smoking: No smoking in the property.
Availability of Chateau Dufond
This property is normally available
for rent between January
and December each year.
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Owner joined site on:
15 May 2008
Property listed since:
01 July 2008
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