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Nature & tranquility, all year round, a piece of paradise in the Gorges du Tarn

Nature & tranquility, all year round, a piece of paradise in the Gorges du Tarn

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Overview of Nature & tranquility, all year round, a piece of paradise in the Gorges du Tarn

9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Water view
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Sainte-Énimie, Occitanie
  • Popular LocationOffice de Tourisme de Florac25 min drive
  • Popular LocationCévennes National Park26 min drive
  • Popular LocationGorges du Tarn44 min drive
  • AirportRodez (RDZ-Marcillac)116 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Nature & tranquility, all year round, a piece of paradise in the Gorges du Tarn

If you like peace and quiet and love nature than you will love disconnecting from the hustle and bustle in our pretty, 3 star rated home set in over 7 ha of natural beauty in the beautiful Gorges du Tarn. 30 metres from your own beach on the river we have single and double canoes available for you to use at no cost.

Ideal for walkers and cyclists it is perfect in in winter as well as summer - everyone who visits describes it as paradise.

We are in the ideal spot for nature lovers we have otters and beavers in the river every day, regular deer visits, badgers, the occasional wild boar (at night) as well as our two resident miniature goats Nénuphar and Pissenlit. The variety of butterflies and dragonflies here is incredible too. So far we on our land we have recorded over 400 species including insects, fungi, reptiles, birds and we haven't started on trees yet.

Our gîte has a well equipped kitchen and cosy living area, with a feature rock wall (the house is built directly into the rock face). There is a king size bed in the upstairs bedroom (160x190cm) and a bathroom with a shower, basin and washing machine.

The pretty village of Sainte-Enimie is just 3.5km away with bars restaurants and artisan boutiques.

All linen is provided.

All cleaning is undertaken in accordance with guidelines for COVID and we are both vaccinated for your safety.

Property manager

Clare & Andy Carby

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Water view
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector 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

Sainte-Enimie

Located in Gorges du Tarn Causses, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Robert Louis Stevenson Trail and Golf des Gorges du Tarn are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Les Tortues Branchees and Vallon du Villaret. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Office de Tourisme de Florac - 25 min drive
  • Cévennes National Park - 26 min drive
  • Aven Armand Cave - 27 min drive
  • Gorges du Tarn - 44 min drive
  • Mont Aigoual - 52 min drive

Getting around

  • Halte de Les Salelles Station - 30 min drive
  • Mende (MEN-Brenoux) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bar Chez Leon - 6 min drive
  • La Halle au Blé - 6 min drive
  • La Tendelle - 11 min drive
  • L'Abracada Bar - 5 min drive
  • Royal bar Ispagnac - 16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nature & tranquility, all year round, a piece of paradise in the Gorges du Tarn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Nature & tranquility, all year round, a piece of paradise in the Gorges du Tarn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nature & tranquility, all year round, a piece of paradise in the Gorges du Tarn?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Nature & tranquility, all year round, a piece of paradise in the Gorges du Tarn located?

Situated on the riverfront, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Tarn, Causses and the Cévennes, Mediterranean agro-pastoral Cultural Landscape and Utopix. Office de Tourisme Ispagnac is 8.9 mi (14.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Penny H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location with stunning scenery
If you love nature and tranquility this spot is perfect! The house is comfortable and clean and what makes this place truly special is the location and warm welcome from Clare and Andy. During our stay we were lucky to see beavers, vultures, kingfishers as well as hearing owls, deer and some animals dancing on the roof in the night! The village of Sainte Enimie is really close for restaurants and provisions and from there you can pick up the footpaths running along the river Tarn, with stunning scenery at every turn. Would definitely recommend you visiting here without hesitation.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evelyne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
un séjour très agréable
Logement impeccable, environnement superbe.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ein kleines Stück vom Paradies
Wir kannten die Region Okzitanien schon und waren bereits sehr verliebt. Hier an diesem Fleckchen Erde haben wir unser Herz endgültig verloren. Das alte Steinhaus ist zweckmäßig für 2 Personen eingerichtet und wir haben nicht wirklich viel vermisst. Es war innen angenehm kühl und auch auf der Terrasse konnten wir es tagsüber aushalten, da sie umrahmt ist von großen Bäumen. Eine himmlische Ruhe herrscht auf dem großen Land der Gastgeber. Nur das Zwitschern der Vögel oder Summen von Insekten unterbricht die Stille. Übrigens haben wir dort Insekten beobachtet, die wir noch nie zuvor gesehen haben. Der Weg zum Fluss mit dem Kiesstrand dauert keine Minute und der Anblick, der einen dort erwartet, ist grandios. Die Schlucht ist atemberaubend schön. Der Fluss bietet eine kühle Erfrischung, allerdings hatten wir einen relativ niedrigen Wasserstand erwischt, was aber nicht schlimm war. Die Zufahrt zum Haus ist ein kleines Abenteuer, aber auch das war für uns kein Problem. Wir kannten das schon von anderen Urlauben in der Gegend. Der kleine Ort Sainte-Enimie ist ebenfalls wunderschön und lädt zum Bummeln und erholen ein. Für unseren Hund war der Urlaub ein Traum. Er ist auf dem Grundstück ohne Halsband und Leine gelaufen und als passionierte Wasserratte kam er voll auf seine Kosten. Die Gastgeber Claire und Andy, die ca. 400 m entfernt wohnen, sind so liebenswerte Menschen, die perfekt in diese Naturschönheite passen. Kurzum: Wir haben 2 wundervolle Wochen in himmlischer Ruhe und grandioser Natur verlebt und kommen sicher nochmal wieder.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elke F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kleines Häuschen in super Lage
Uns hat es sehr gut gefallen. Das Häuschen ist klein aber für 2 Personen mit 2 Hunden absolut ausreichen. Das was man braucht ist vorhanden. Schöne, super, ruhige Lage, fast direkt am Tarn. Nette Mieter, kurzum, wir fanden es sehr schön dort.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gillian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful location by River Tarn in a beautiful setting
A wonderful stay in Clare and Andy's beautiful gite near the banks of the river Tarn. The wild flowers and wildlife in the area were amazing and the wildlife environment that Clare and Andy are creating was inspirational. A great area to stay with plenty of activities - we particularly enjoyed canoeing on the river - and some beautiful villages. We had a great time and hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Clare & Andy Carby

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Andy has Scottish roots and I, Welsh, but we now live in Sainte-Enimie in France, and love living here more each and every day.

The French way of life, it's food, culture and maybe the odd glass of wine :0) all resonate with the two of us and we both feel more at home here than we ever did in the UK. Our lives have changed immeasurably since we moved here, we've been welcomed here by the local community and are in the process of applying for citizenship.

Come and see our little corner of paradise for yourself - we're sure you'll understand why we feel the way we do!

Why they chose this property

My husband Andy has holidayed in the Gorges du Tarn for around 12 years and, after we married in January 2017, brought me here in June of the same year. I fell in love with Sainte-Enimie immediately and on our second evening here, over a glass of wine, we decided that we should have a ten year plan to live here.

The next night, over another glass of wine, we came up with our wish list; by the river, woodland (Andy is an ecologist and has a masters degree in Agroforestry) and space to grow our own food and be as self sufficient as possible. Our wish list felt like an impossible dream!
The next day we thought we'd take a look at property prices just to help set our expectations - and we saw a listing that ticked all of our boxes - and we could afford it if we sold up in the UK.

To cut a long story short - the day that we viewed Malagratte we put an offer in, called the UK and put our property and our holiday let business property on the market and that was that! We viewed the property on 3rd July and less than 5 months later we were all sold up in the UK and arrived with all our worldly goods and our 2 dogs!

It's hard work living here - the land had been kept tidy but 'unloved' for what we think may be decades. Horses had been kept on the land to keep the grass down and whilst they kept the grass down, they compacted the ground and ate all the vegetation. Since the horses were removed in late 2017 our land has literally bloomed with 8 different types of wild orchids, wood anemones, wild tulips and many other flowers...

We have an artisanal boutique in Sainte Enimie (recognised as one of 'Les Plus Beaux Villages de France) just 3.5km away which has a great choice of bars and restaurants. Andy makes beautiful hand made cutting/charcuterie boards and I make stained glass along with jewellery in silver and fused glass and other glass items .

We've never regretted our move for a second - we are sure that you will love it here too.

What makes this property unique

Our gîte is a unique position alongside the river - our land runs for around 350 meters along the River Tarn, which you can see from the property and can often hear babbling its way through the gorge. At the height of summer it is always tranquil and in winter the tranquility is even more incredible.

We have recorded numerous sightings of birds/animals including; peregrine falcons, golden eagles, vultures, kingfishers, roe deer, wild boar, beavers, badgers, otters and more...

Languages:

English, French
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