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Le Belvedere is a luxury self contained privately owned country house in the South West of Fance.  The private pool and terrace area offers stunning views of the Pyrenees ski fields and only a short drive from Lourdes.  The owners have created an ambiance to match the location -  a sense of style, comfort and understated luxury that is inviting and intimate! Le Belvedere can be yours for the duration of your visit to the Pyrenees and surrounding area.

Unique, traditional, cutting edge, refreshing, imaginative – the Pyrenees has it all and more.   Whether you're looking for inspiration, action, relaxation or want to discover Pyrenees's hidden treasures, explore the Pyrenees your own way.  Situated at the base of the Haute Pyrenees within the village of Salles-Argeles, Le Belvedere is the perfect place for whatever event or activity holiday you are planning – or just for total relaxation in a stunning setting. 

Le Belvedere offers you  a wonderful centrally based location from which to plan your holiday as there are a multitude of activities available such as: canyoning, hiking, cycling, skiing, exploring the area’s history, a family reunion, a wedding party or as a pilgrimage to the historic location of Lourdes.  For the Tour de France enthusiats....each year in early July the Haute Pyrenees is the playground for cyclists and event supporters from all over the world.  Or if you are after a more relaxing holiday there are a number of quality thermal spas in the area to while away your days and offer the relaxation that we all need in today's busy lifestyle.

The House

Le Belvedere is unique to the Valley and was originally built over 300 years ago. Since that time it has been a government building, local council house, school, and private residence. The 300 year old wooden staircase is heritage listed for its unique construction as it is entirely free standing without vertical support beams. The manificent staircase is still in its original state and with minor restoration work, stands as strong as at the time it was built.

The house is built from stone and chestnut wood and is finished in walnut. It features built-in walnut cupboards and doors mostly in their original state that have seen over 300 years with very little restoration work needed. The floors in the master bedroom are still in their original state and are made of chestnut parquetry.

The Grounds

The pool, terrace and barbecue area is yours to enjoy! The 10m x 5m outdoor swimming pool is surrounded with decking and outdoor chairs for your comfort. The terrace area is fitted with a barbeque to enjoy those wonderful summer evenings and spectacular views of the mountains.

Spring at Le Belvedere is truly breathtaking. The garden comes alive with colour and fragrance that lasts throught summer. Autumn offers up a spectacular display of olds, reds and browns, while winter transforms Le Belvedere into a beautiful snow covered hideaway. 

Any time of the year is truly magical.

Accommodation detail

The current owners of Le Belvedere take the opportunity to enjoy the relaxing French countryside when visiting the Pyrenees and would like to invite you to experience this wonderful property. They have recently refurbished the property to accommodate all of your needs to make it 'a home away from home'.

• Dining room - food and wine are at the heart of the people of the French Pyrenees and certainly look no further than Vallees des Gaves for unique and wonderful local specialities that can be enjoyed in this magnificent dining room. Our dining room seats 10 people however it can seat 12 - 14 comfortably.  You do not need visit restaurants to enjoy French cuisine - be adventurous prepare the meals yourself and enjoy and relish in the wonder of French cuisine and wine.
• Grand Salon - warmed in winter by the massive open fireplace and in summer the Grand Salon opens on to the terrace overlooking the magical Haute Pyrenees.  The Grand Salon is the heart of the house where you can enjoy wonderful evenings in summer or winter with a glass of wine and wonderful friends.
• Kitchen - you may want to eat in one of the many wonderful local restaurants - however who could not resist the temptation to test your skills on the wonderful and tasty array of local French Pyrannean produce.  Cook to your hearts and your guests content in your own French kitchen.
• Entertainment Room - want to relax and catch up on the news from home or keep the kids entertained with a DVD or board game?  With over 200 Cable channels and a selection of DVD's in multi languages (usually French and English) we are sure that your entertainment needs and those of your children will be catered to.
• Master Bedroom - a charmingly beautiful bedroom, in warm golds and burgundys, to rest after enjoying the excitement and beauty of the Haute Pyrenees - it is said that people sleep soundly and restfully in the mountains.  This room comes with an adjoining sitting room and en-suite bathroom.
• Triple Bedrooms - these two rooms provide stunning views from the top level of the house across the expansive valleys below. Charmingly furnished in antiques each room has a double and single bed with en-suite bathrooms.
• Twin Bedroom - this room is comfortably furnished for either children or adults and also has an adjoining bathroom en-suite.

Please note that all bedrooms on the first and second floor are accessible by stairs only.

About the location

The mountains dominate life in the French Pyrenees. A region in many ways closer to Spain than France, over centuries its remote terrain and tenacious people have given heretics a hiding place and refugees an escape route. Today it is the last remaining wilderness in southern Europe and a habitat for rare animal species.

Whether you are visiting Lourdes, the Valley of Argeles-Gazost, Val d'Azun, Cauterets or in le Pays Toy we hope to give you a snippet of information so that when you will pass through to the sites and vistas you are prepared for the magical scenery and cultural experience to what may lay ahead. The Vallees des Gaves or Valley of Rivers offers an invitation to travel and experience nature at its most pristine where you can enjoy a great range of sport and leisure activities within the natural beauty and authenticity of the Haute Pyrenees!

This magnificent country is to be approached with respect. In summer the region offers over 1600kms of walking trails as well as camping, fishing and climbing. In winter there is both cross country and alpine skiing at the busy resorts along the border, much livelier than their Spanish counterparts.

Historically, the Pyrenees are known as the birthplace of Henry IV who put an end to the Wars of Religion in 1593 and united France, though the region has been characterised more often by independent fiefdoms. The region's oldest inhabitants, the Basque people, have maintained their own language and culture, and their resorts of Bayonne, Biarritz and St-Jean-de-Luz reflect this, looking to the sea and summer visitors for their livelihood.

See Local guide and map for information on nearby towns and facilities.

How to get here

By Air:

Closest airports are Tarbes Ossun (27kms) and Pau (56 kms)

By Road:

Leaving Lourdes head towards Argeles-Gazost and just as you reach the town you would turn right up the hill to arrive in Salles (13kms from Lourdes).

See Local guide and map for information on nearby towns and airports.

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Facilities

Facility	Details
Type	Country house (Self-catering)
Bedrooms	1 double, 1 twin, 2 triple
Bathrooms	4 bathroom(s)
Separate toilets	5
Capacity	10
Suitability	Pets welcomed, Smoking welcomed, Suitable for children, Touring motorcyclists welcome, Unsuitable for the elderly, Unsuitable for wheelchair access
Changeover day

Facility	Details
Internal facilities	Board Games, CD player, Central heating (gas), DVD player, Exclusive rental, Hairdryer, Hi-fi system, Broadband Internet Access (Wi-fi), Internet access (broadband), Owner not on site, Radio, TV, VCR, Weekly maid service, Wood burning fire or stove
Kitchen facilities	Cooker, Dishwasher, Fridge-Freezer, Gas oven, Ironing facilities, Microwave, Tumble dryer, Washing machine
External features on site	Barbecue, Garden, Scenic views, Swimming pool (shared use)

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Additional price information

Other Facilities, Services and Our Personal Touch:

• Complimentary bottle of wine awaits the guests upon arrival
• Fresh flowers in each room
• Brochures and information about the local area are located in the Entrance Hall
• Washing machine and dryer are available
• Wet or dry bar is available upon request
• All linen included together with bathroom and pool towels
• Arrival after 4pm - Departure before 11am

The property is cleaned before arrival of guests and/or once per week. A cleaning fee is charged for cleaning after departure. If any extraordinary cleaning over and above normal cleaning is required after guests have left, this will be deducted from the security deposit

Extra cleaning required by guests during their stay is available at 20 euros per hour.

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