A Spacious, comfortable and welcoming retreat.

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Enjoy the area

Montauban-De-Luchon, Occitanie

Luchon Golf Club14 min walk
Peyragudes14 min drive
Aran Park21 min drive
Toulouse (TLS-Blagnac)99 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

Blue Attic

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Double Room

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Family Room

1 King Bed

Natural Attic

1 Single Bunk Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Nestled amongst the beautiful forested hills of the Midi-Pyrenees, Papilio is a spacious, comfortable and welcoming retreat with a south-facing garden that overlooks uninterrupted mountain views. It is the perfect base for relaxing and unwinding by the fire or skiing, rafting, hiking and snowshoeing in the nearby surroundings. A 20-minute stroll or a 2-minute drive and you will arrive in the village centre of Bagneres-de-Luchon, where you will find cafes, restaurants, bars, boutique shops, the twice-weekly farmers market, a cinema, day spas and thermal hot springs.

The owners, Rolfe and Hermione, have lovingly restored this 19th-century lodge and welcome you to stay in their relaxed home. Papilio has an impressive array of world art collected by Marni and Rolfe during their travels abroad as owners and guides of their company 360 Expeditions.
The ground floor feels incredibly homely with hardwood floorboards throughout the spacious living and dining areas, staircase and first-floor bedrooms. The attic bedrooms are comfortable and cosy containing plush carpet, wooden beams and natural light via dormer windows and skylights. All bedrooms have an attached bathroom, with a toilet, basin, combination bathtub and shower and heated towel rail.

The house can very comfortably sleep 11 persons but can stretch to 12 for an extra small charge - We have also recently added on an annex with an ensuite so can have an additional 2 people stay here. The cost is separate to the main house and is an extra E25 a night.

The brand new kitchen is fully equipped with all the necessary items to prepare your own meals, and the 12 person dining room is the perfect place to entertain.

Papilio is centrally heated, however you will find yourself gravitating to the charming wood fire in the lounge. In summer, cool off in the outdoor heated swimming pool, play on the trampoline and enjoy your meals at the outdoor table setting on the paved terrace. Off-street car parking is available for up to 4 vehicles. Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the household.

Papilio is available to rent as a self-catered gîte and can accommodate up to twelve people throughout four en-suite bedrooms (twin or king beds available), all with superb views of the Pyrenees bordering France and Spain.

You will not be disappointed by Papilio’s friendly and warming ambience and superb location.

Property manager

Marni Oostra

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 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

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

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Montauban-de-Luchon

Located in Montauban-de-Luchon, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Col de Peyresourde and Cascada de Gorgutes reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Aran Park and Parc de visualizacion de fauna autoctona. Traveling with kids? Consider Ludic-park, or check out an event or a game at deportur. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding.

Montauban-De-Luchon, Occitanie

What's nearby

Luchon Golf Club - 14 min walk
Peyragudes - 14 min drive
Col de Peyresourde - 17 min drive
Aran Park - 21 min drive
Termas Baronía de Les - 25 min drive

Getting around

Sarrancolin Station - 59 min drive
Blagnac Airport (TLS) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

Pizz'up - 4 min drive
Café de la Paix - 4 min drive
Lou Pountet - 4 min drive
Pub Gourmand - 4 min drive
La Tute de l'Ours - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Spacious, comfortable and welcoming retreat. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

8.6

Excellent

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

6/10 Okay

Françoise B.

5 April 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pâques 2024

Très belle maison, dommage qu'il n'y ai pas de wc en rez-de-chaussée

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

thomas v., Paris

27 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacances aout 2023

Super endroit pour visiter les Pyrénées. La maison etait tres propre et très agréables. Et la propriétaire a ete très sympa et arrangeante. Je recommande chaudement.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

cyril d.

9 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super séjour en famille dans un cadre idéal

Très belle maison avec un jardin très agréable. Très bien située , au calme avec une très belle vue sur les montagnes. Tout ca à côté de Luchon.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rémi B.

22 April 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super séjour au pied des montagnes

Nous avons apprécié ce logement spacieux avec un super extérieur. Idéal pour les familles. Localisation parfaite pour les randonnées ( Lac d'ôô à 20min en voiture ) et les thermes de loudenvielle à proximité.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

stephanie r.

17 February 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellente location

Nous avons un très bon week end dans cette maison, très bien située, très agréable tant à l'intérieur qu'à l'extérieur et parfaite pour un groupe d'amis chacun ayant sa chambre et sa salle de bains. Merci pour votre disponibilité, nous reviendrons!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Marni Oostra

Rolfe and Marni are an Australian / English couple who have lived in Luchon for 12 years. They not only open their house up as a Gite but also run an international travel company

Why they chose this property

It is set just outside of the main town Bageneres -De - Luchon (a 20 minute stroll) and you will benefit from the country feel and stunning views with a peace and quite atmosphere yet have all the amities of town.