Le Presbytere - Villa Holiday Rental in Miramont Sensacq, Landes, France

Where is it

• Location:  South West France  >  Aquitaine  >  Landes
• Closest town/village:  Miramont Sensacq (Landes) ( Central )
• Closest airport: Pau Airport (25mins)
• Access: Car Essential Car hire
• Property highlights: Barbecue, Garden, Scenic views, Swimming pool (exclusive use)

 

Beautiful Villa with private, secluded and heated pool.

Beautiful Villa with Private Heated Pool nestling in Glorious Gascon Countryside and Enjoying Fabulous Panoramic Views

This fine old Mansion, dating from the French revolution, has massive outer stone walls, generously proportioned rooms and lovely high ceilings. So, it enjoys a delightful ambient temperature at all times. When you enter the imposing reception hall, with its regency furnishings, you will immediately experience a sense of well being - a feeling that will recur throughout the house. A  feeling that you are truly home. Set atop a small hill and dominating the village of Miramont, the property is at the same time secluded and yet very much part of the village. From its vantage point it offers wonderful views from every aspect, both of the Pyrenees, the Madiran hills and the Bearn countryside.

The house is set in an acre of gardens on a slight hill which overlooks  the village. The garden is on three levels and the pool and its adjoining terrace are a virtual suntrap. The pool with easy ‘walk-in’ steps has salt water, very gentle on the skin and also very hygienic. There is underwater floodlighting for those midnight dips and a fridge in the pool house for aperitifs. The pool is heated. There are sunbeds in abundance and ample chairs and tables. The double BBQ is serious and can easily cope with the largest roast joint. The terrace off the study is effectively high above the garden and seems to nestle amongst the treetops. It has fine furnishings to match. The vegetable and herb gardens should give you the chance to sample real French produce at its freshest

Le Presbytere is fully equipped in every way - elegantly furnished and appointed in great style. A style that befits this beautiful old mansion. It has space, it has character and yet offers comfort at every turn. It is absolutely not for those who prefer the minimalism of commercial furnishings in the modern  style. This is oak and mahogany in all its glory. The best of England and the best of France at the same time. If you don't believe me see what our guests say.......

Testimonials
Your house remains my very favourite place to be on holiday - it is simply bliss - there is no other word for it. Ed G. July 08.
We had a wonderful time at the house, it really was a fantastic holiday.  I think we all fell in love with the property.  Hannah W. July 09.
We had a wonderful holiday yet again. Thank you for the use of your house again. We visited the coast, the Pyrenees, Bordeaux and Spain. Nigel P. August 09.
Many thanks for your lovely house and letting us experience Gascony and all it offers.  Andrew T.  August 10.
We really enjoyed ourselves and thought the house and garden was wonderful. Susan M. July 10.
We had a really fantastic time and were taken by your house,the village, the views and the area.And the food at Les arcades !!! the list could go on & on. David Mck aug.2011
Once again it was lovely to stay at your house..we had a terrifically relaxing time Ed.G sep 2011

Holiday Accommodation at Le Presbytere

Sleeps 8 (4 Double Bedrooms) +2 extra children

There are four reception rooms leading off the hallway:-

• Large `farmhouse' kitchen - oak beamed and with traditional bread oven and vast open fireplace. Its refectory table and chairs comfortably seat the whole family.
  This is a true Gascon hearth yet is fully equipped with every modern device: ceramic hob, convection oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, freezer and coffee maker.
• Splendid dining room - complete with fabulous mahogany dining table and classic period furniture. This room connects through an arched glazed doorway to the:
• Sitting room - This delightful salon has a variety of sofas and side tables. Its air of restfulness and comfort is enhanced further by its views over the gardens which slope down and away.
• Study  - a  lovely corner  with its extensive library and TV facilities.It  has french windows which open onto an ornamental fish pool and tiled patio where, seemingly set in the treetops, you can take lunch or just luxuriate and admire the views.

Beyond the study is a laundry room and separate toilet.

The wide stairway opens onto an Elegant carpeted landing - off which are:      

• 2 double bedrooms - both with king sized beds and en suite bathrooms.
• 2 twin bedded rooms, these share the adjacent master bathroom.
• The bedrooms are fully carpeted and have ample wardrobe space, side tables and easy chairs.
• Fully glazed balcony - Running the full length of the house it provides a stunning panorama over the whole countryside as far as the mountain range of the Pyrenees. This balcony is furnished with comfortable cane armchairs and small tables.

The pool with easy "walk-in" steps has salt water, very gentle on the skin and also very hygienic. There is underwater floodlighting for those midnight dips and a fridge in the poolhouse for aperitifs.

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About Miramont Sensacq in Landes, Aquitaine

This is Gascony, - the "real France" ! Set in the gastronomic heartland of France and surrounded by quiet unspoiled countryside of enchanting rolling hills, and soft gentle colours ;  if you want a relaxed  holiday in beautiful surroundings where the kids can wander free and discover nature - you've just found it!
The Gascons are renowned for the warmth and effusive welcome they extend to visitors - a fact not lost on the increasing number of Northern French folk who have bought a second home here.

Gascony - now part of Aquitaine - is home to "D'Artagnan" (he was a real person  !- Charles de Batz Castelmore - born in nearby Lubiac).  the village of Miramont -a Bastide, was founded by Edward I of England.  History is all around - churches (many dating from the 12th century), museums and roman mosaics.   Even the historic pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostelo passes though the village.

FOOD AND DRINK -The Gascon passion.
If you enjoy food and wine this is the place for you.
Pork and beef are of the highest quality but the duck is king - along with its princely foie gras.  You can buy all these at local markets, where you can also buy fresh fruit, vegetables, home produced cheeses and honey.  Restaurants abound  - from the small family run hostelleries offering a 4 or 5 course menu (including wine) for about 11 euros, to the 3***Michelin restaurant at Eugenie les Bains (just 12 kms away) where the bill could be ten times as much!

Maybe eating 'in' (especially for the children) is a more practical idea.  Not a problem.  Supermarkets - big and small - are within a few kilometers, and here you can choose from a mouthwatering array of pre-prepared dishes ranging from wild boar through shellfish to a bewildering variety of terrines and pates.  For a real shopping experience go to Pau - not only is it a fascinating town - but it has a TRULY magical food market .

The wines here are arguably some of the best in France and certainly the cheapest  - Madiran, Tursan, Jurancon (names to conjure with) and Armagnac without dissent the finest brandy in France . There are many small Armagnac producers around who will be happy to give you a tasting -  or you can visit their centre at LaBastide d'Armagnac - a delightul old style fortified village some 25kms away.


THE COAST

The Atlantic coast, with several beaches to choose from, is about 90kms away - reputedly boasting the finest surfing in Europe.  Further afield you will find the Basque country - with its great cities of Bayonne, Biarritz and St. Jean de Luz.  A different world, a different language - then up into the mountains of Col d'Ibardin to find cheap wine, spirits, food and petrol (not to mention excellent and very cheap lunch !)
 

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

How To Get To Miramont Sensacq in Landes, South West France

The drive from the channel ports can now easily be done in a day with the new autoroute  via Rouen and Le mans (and no peripherique)

No fewer than 5 airports are within easy distance with direct flights from many UK airports , the nearest being Pau - only 20 minutes away.

Motorways from all major ports to within 10kms of the village

And just to give you yet another choice you could take the sea crossing to Spain - it's only three hours from the port of Bilbao to here.

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

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Facilities at Le Presbytere

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Availability at Le Presbytere

Changeover day: Saturday

Availability last updated on: - Saturday, March 24, 2012

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