Pretty Farmhouse with Stunning Views of Pyrenees and 12m Swimming Pool

Pretty Farmhouse with Stunning Views of Pyrenees and 12m Swimming Pool

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Large, light and spacious kichen dinning area in converted barn.
Large, light and  spacious kichen dinning area in converted barn.
Downstairs travertine lined shower room with WC and sink.
Entrance Hall
View to Pyreenes from Ground Floor Bedroom.

Overview of Pretty Farmhouse with Stunning Views of Pyrenees and 12m Swimming Pool

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

Map
Benque, Occitanie
  • Popular LocationCave of Aurignac9 min drive
  • Popular LocationAurignac Castle11 min drive
  • Popular LocationAfrican Safari Zoo57 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Attic Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Attic Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Ground Floor Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Attic Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Ground Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Pretty Farmhouse with Stunning Views of Pyrenees and 12m Swimming Pool

Menjoun is a 19th centuary farmhouse lovingly restored in 2019 by Guy and Andrew, who have many years experience of successfully running high quality gites in this stunning area. Located in one of the most beautiful and authentic regions of S.W. France, this spacious, sunny and stylishly furnished property boasts 3 large comfortable bedrooms, a huge, well equiped kitchen and dining area situated in a beautifully converted barn, and a comfortable through to kitchen sitting room, all with spectacular views across to the stunning Pyrenees or behind to the pretty Nère Valley and the Chateau d'Eoux. The house retains its original wooden beams and the ground floor has been entirely covered in beautiful, clear travertine stone. The large 12 x 4 meter, travertine terraced pool is West facing and receives sun all day. Just perfect for sunset drinks! Because the pool has steps and has a single depth of 135 cm, it is safe for children and pool games. An electronic pool cover enables you to cover the pool at night and guard the daytime heat.
The very large downstairs bedroom has a comfortable walk in shower room attached, with toilet and sink. The two sizable attic rooms share a good sized bathroom with bath, toilet and sink. The adjacent hall has a cot for babies should it be required.
The house is extremely quiet and is situated in a small hamlet of 3 houses surrounded by beautiful, hilly countryside. The track leading to the house is a cul de sac. You will be lucky to see a single car pass in a week!
Situated just 50 minutes from the stunning, historic city of Toulouse, with its large airport and magnificent renaissance heart, fine restaurants, shops and museums, Benque is close to the lovely medieval village of Aurignac with its restaurants, cafés, beer garden and great shops, including 2 butchers, 3 bakers, a small supermarket, fruit and veg shop, a small cinema, a gym and a pharmacy close to a modern doctors clinique. The thriving Saturday morning market is a must for those wishing to buy organic and locally grown produce. Spain is just one hour away and it is only 2 hours drive to Narbonne Plage on the Mediterranean Sea or 2 and a half to Biarritz and the Atlantic Coast. Other easily accessible sites include Carcasonne, Albi and Pau.

Property manager

Guy Reid
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Languages

English, French, Spanish

Amenities

Pool
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No glass by the pool. Broken glass can damage the liner and the pool may need emptying. We provide plastic glasses for pool side drinking.
Toilet Paper only down WC. No sanitary products.
Under no circumstances will more than 6 guests be allowed.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

We should mention

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

About the area

Benque

Located in Benque, this farm stay is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pyrenees Ariégeoises Regional Natural Park and Cardeilhac Arboretum, while Aurignacian Museum and Musee de Saint-Frajou are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Benque, Occitanie

What's nearby

  • Cave of Aurignac - 9 min drive
  • Church of St Pierre aux Liens - 10 min drive
  • Aurignac Castle - 11 min drive
  • African Safari Zoo - 57 min drive
  • Station du Mourtis - 68 min drive

Getting around

  • Saint-Martory Station - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chez Jeanne la Fermière - 16 min drive
  • Gibelin Georges - 9 min drive
  • Siam Food Court - 7 min drive
  • Kuhn Nicolas - 9 min drive
  • Le Pizzarium - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Pretty Farmhouse with Stunning Views of Pyrenees and 12m Swimming Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Pretty Farmhouse with Stunning Views of Pyrenees and 12m Swimming Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pretty Farmhouse with Stunning Views of Pyrenees and 12m Swimming Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pretty Farmhouse with Stunning Views of Pyrenees and 12m Swimming Pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pretty Farmhouse with Stunning Views of Pyrenees and 12m Swimming Pool located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly farm stay is within 6 mi (10 km) of Church of St Pierre aux Liens, Aurignacian Museum, and Aurignac Castle. Cave of Aurignac and Saint-Adrien Church are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property
A fantastic house with a brilliant pool in a beautiful part of France. Loads to do in the surrounding area. Guy was a wonderful host for whom nothing was too much trouble. Would recommend a holiday here without any hesitation.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What 3 Words
What 3 words would we use to describe our stay? Perfect, relaxing and homely. The house is beautiflly decorated, spotlessly clean and well equiped with everything we needed for our 2 week stay. The house is rurally located and is so peaceful with amazing views and sunsets. We spent time visiting the local area including the mountains and markets. Most time was spent at the pool soaking up the sunshine. Guy and Andrew are great hosts who work hard to ensure that the house is of a high standard. Friendly and welcoming and there if needed with advice on the local area. Thankyou for a great holiday. Would we return? Absolutely!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Vincent W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Bon sejour
Bon sejour
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rural Idyll
A totally relaxing stay in this extremely comfortable and spacious house. Very tastefully furnished but retaining some of its original features it was impossible not to absorb the tranquil environment. Guy was an excellent and communicative host from start to finish - many thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Colette G.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Déception .
Installations sommaires ou défaillantes ,loin du descriptif de l'annonce. Dommage,dans ce magnifique paysage. Hôte restant cependant disponible pour essayer de composer avec les problèmes rencontrés.
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Guy Reid

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Andrew and Guy have lived permanently in the region since 2002. Guy is an artist and Andrew a gardener. They have succesfully run high quality holiday rentals in the stunning Comminges region since 2008. Both are keen gardeners and enjoy cooking their home grown organic produce. They live close by and are always their to help in case of need.

Why they chose this property

Knowing the area well and looking for a house to restore as a holiday rental, we immediately saw the potential of Menjoun with its fantastic views to the mountains and the Nère Valley. Situated in an idylic spot, on a small dead end track, the house is extemely quiet. Most days you will not see or hear a car. It is the ideal place to get away to. After 2 years of hard work, converting the house, barn, attic and building the swimming pool, we finally finished the house in September 2019. Its a wonderful house, full of light, spacious and a real pleasure to be in. We think you will love it!

What makes this property unique

The great thing about Menjoun is the surrounding countryside, the total quiet and the spectacular views. The large west facing pool is beautifully situated and completely un overlooked. The huge kitchen, dining area is at the heart of the house. Its a perfect place to relax, cook and eat together en famille. There are plenty of outside spaces to eat also and the house is surrounded by fields, non of which are cultivated or chemically treated. All this within easy reach of a major cityToulouse, with its large international airport.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish

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