3 Bedroom House in Belesta

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A beautiful, charming 19th century stone house with traditional, original features renovated and equipped to a very high specification. Situated in the historic and beautiful Ariege region of southern France on the edge of the charming village of Belesta, at the foothills of the spectacular Pyrenees and the beautiful Belesta Forest. This property offers outstanding views of the hills and mountains beyond and has a garden that backs onto the lush Belesta Forest.  
 
Features: Fully furnished to a high specification, large, comfortable lounge, large fully equipped kitchen, spacious, separate dining room, utility room with washer/dryer, drying room for ski wear, traditional features: exposed beams, wooden shutters, wooden floors, large fireplace with log burner delightful, furnished south facing garden, furnished balcony with beautiful views of farming hillside, forest and mountains, small roof conversion, state of the art home cinema projector and music system, digital satellite with BBC TV and radio channels basement with large log storage, exterior luxury heated 6 seater jacuzzi. 
 
The house has its own website providing further details, photographs and features: www.thesecrethouse.co.uk 
 
Belesta is situated in Ariege (Languedoc-Roussillion region), South of France in the foothills of the Pyrennees. 1 ½ hrs from the Mediterranean coast and the beautiful sandy beach of Canet Plage; 30 miles from Andorra (fantastic skiing resorts) and the Spanish border. 
Belesta is a traditional French village with traditional amenities: town square, mairie, market hall, church, excellent boulangerie, pattiserie, charcuterie, tabac, great local wine shop, two bars and two very good French restaurants, post office, cash machine. The village is set around the Sur L’Hers (river) where you can fish for trout. Nearby (5min walk) is the Fountain Fontestorbes- an intermittent fountain spring, one of only six in the world. The Fete de Citrouille (Pumpkin) in the Autumn is a rare event with colourful exhibitions and local gourmand and craft market.  
The scenery around Belesta is spectacular: mountains, gorges, rivers, chateaus, ski resorts (Mont d’Olmes-9 miles away. 5 Euro bus journey from town square), prehistoric caves, fabulous vineyards, lakes, fantastic restaurants and markets. There is an abundance of activities. It is a walkers paradise with many trails straight out of the front door. 
 
The nearby village of Fougax has a gourmet restaurant “Le Cinq Fours” which is open from May - September and a bar restaurant “Le Fougax” that is open all year. At the end of August the local Fete and the Boules Fete that follow it are not to be missed with a real insight into village life in France  
The village of Puivert (10min drive) has a lake and man- made beach where you can enjoy the views of the Pyrenees and watch gliders swoop around them or simply sunbathe. Mirepoix has one of the finest examples of medieval squares in Europe and the market on a Monday is excellent. The imposing Cathare fortress of Montsegur is only 30minutes away by car, as too, the ski resorts. 
The nearby villages and towns all have their weekly markets and the old walled town of Carcassonne is only an hours drive away. 
Barcelona is a 3 ½ hr train journey. The imposing Gorge de la Frau (the Gorge of Fear- one of many gorges within the region) which has a noted butterfly site is spectacular (do not forget your camera). Rambling, cycling (Tour de France passes through the region), rafting, rock climbing, sightseeing, shopping or simply sunbathing, eating and drinking great food and wine.  
 
 

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Belesta is a traditional French village with traditional amenities: town square, mairie, market hall, church, excellent boulangerie, pattiserie, charcuterie, tabac, great local wine shop, two bars and two very good French restaurants, post office, cash machine. The village is set around the Sur L’Hers (river) where you can fish for trout. Nearby (5min walk) is the Fountain Fontestorbes- an intermittent fountain spring, one of only six in the world. The Fete de Citrouille (Pumpkin) in the Autumn is a rare event with colourful exhibitions and local gourmand and craft market. Belesta is situated in Ariege (Languedoc-Roussillion/Midi Pyrenees region), South of France in the foothills of the Pyrennees. 1 ½ hrs from the Mediterranean coast and the beautiful sandy beach of Canet Plage; 30 miles from Andorra (fantastic skiing resorts) and the Spanish border.

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The list is endless! But key points to note: Mirepoix. Chateau Montsegur and other Cathar buildings. Carcassonne. Gorges, rafting, rambling, cycling (the Tour de France always passes through this mountainous area),prehistoric caves, fishing, rock climbing, skiing, snowboarding. 
An information pack is provided at the house to provide you with a comprehensive listing of activities and sightseeing opportunities. Walking maps can be purchased from the local village shops and supermarkets.  
The scenery around Belesta is spectacular: mountains, gorges, rivers, chateaus, ski resorts (Mont d’Olmes-9 miles away. 5 Euro bus journey from town square), prehistoric caves, fabulous vineyards, lakes, fantastic restaurants and markets. There is an abundance of activities. It is a walkers paradise with many trails straight out of the front door. Ensure you hire a car to explore this facinating area of France.  
 

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				Season Rate
				Low Season Price:	£295 per Week
				High Season Price:	£550 per Week

Flexible changeover dates are available most of the year so that you can find the cheapest flight arrangements! Last minute discount!! 10% discount if booking start date is less than 28 days away. Long stay discount!! £100 (GBP) discount if booking length is more than 13 days. Long stay discount!! 40% discount if booking length is for more than 3 months. Early Bird stay discount!! 15% discount if booking start date is greater than 6 months away. Surcharge of £45 if jacuzzi use is required during months of Jan, Feb, Mar, April, Oct, Nov and Dec. See owner's website for pricing and availability.www.thesecrethouse.co.uk

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