Vacation Rental Description
The Garden Studio, entered through the glass patio doors from the garden, has a fully equipped fitted kitchen, and a dining area with delightful views back into the garden. An imposing archway leads into the lounge with its comfortable furniture, including a sofa bed, a log burner and a front door for easy access to the village. At the other end of this delightful room and under the original wooden beams is the sleeping area. With clever design and furniture placement, although actually one large room, this feels like 2 separate areas. The sleeping area has a double bed, chest of drawers and a wardrobe for all your storage. A shower room leads off this end of the room, with a large fully tiled walk in shower with plenty of storage under the vanity unit.
During renovation the plans were drawn up to make this a one bedroom apartment but when demolition work unearthed a beautiful hidden stone arch and numerous wooden beams we decided we simply couldn’t cover any of these features up with a wall! And so the Garden Studio was born! The character in this apartment and throughout our medieval house will envelop you and ensure your stay is truly memorable. This apartment is ideal for anyone with limited mobility as it offers easy, level access and plenty of room for a wheelchair.
Situated within the walls of the village our house offers visitors a relaxed, peaceful & historic holiday experience. During loving renovation, the house unveiled many historic secrets associated with the Cathars. With 15 authentic stone arches scattered throughout the property and various 12th century paintings you are sure to feel you have taken a step back in time! However, with all mod cons and a comfortable feel to the living accommodation, it is history at its best!
Facilities
Cable Satellite
Cooking Utensils
Dishwasher
Dryer
DVD
Kitchen
Microwave
Open Fire
Amenity Parking
Refrigerator
Shared Pool
Sterio
TV
Washer
Within the medieval walled garden is an above ground swimming pool for guests use only. This pool is set in the corner of the garden and is surrounded by a lovely wooden deck perfect for lounging on and taking in the famous South of France sunshine!
The village of Lagrasse itself has something for everyone - bars, restaurants, local artisan shops, boulangerie & once a month in summer, the local 'brocante'. Live bands play in the 8th century Abbey, classical concerts in the church & a world famous music festival during July, all lively & fun, a typically French atmosphere is guaranteed!
Activities
Biking
Playground
Fishing
Horse Riding
Mountain Biking
Restaurant
Shopping
Tennis
For relaxed village activities you have the choice of the tennis courts, football & boules pitches only 2 minutes walk away. Sailing, water skiing & windsurfing are 30 minutes drive away so there is something for everyone! Snow skiing is only 2 hours away too. For those wanting a truly relaxing French village experience there is the pretty beach on the Orbieu river which is only a stones throw away through the cobbled streets. Superb fishing is also found on this river & with the Canal de Midi close by, tranquil boat trips are a must. The local market in the village offers superb local product every Saturday.
Other activities in and around the area include ~ guided tours, painting, pottery, shopping, wine & honey tasting, shooting, boules, football, boating, canoeing, rock climbing, canyoning are within easy reach.