Le Petit Auberon
Petit Auberon is set amidst the rolling hills of the Gers. Unspoilt by urban sprawls the area boasts some of the freshest air, unpolluted starry skies and quietest traffic-free roads in all of France.
The well-equipped maison offers a charming vacation home in the heart of the tranquil and unexploited beauty of Gascony. It is located in the beautiful grounds of the Auberon estate, surrounded by vineyards, rolling countryside and wonderful skies and yet close to the small town of Condom and a range of local amenities. The estate offers 7 acres of gardens, including an orchard, a meditation pool, wildlife pond, a parterre garden, Japanese garden as well as a fishing and boating lake. Petite Auberon is a perfect location to relax, enjoy the peace of the countryside and garden and yet it is close to numerous medieval villages, vibrant daily markets, weekly vide greniers and the wide range of cultural and leisure activities in the area, including walking along parts of the pilgrim route to Santiago de Compostella.
The traditional Gascon beamed house, constructed in the 19th century includes:
- Three bedrooms (2 doubles and 1 twin bedded room + cot if required) to sleep 6+. Each bedroom has an electric heater for the cooler months
- Two bathrooms (1 ensuite)
- A contemporary, open plan and well-equipped living area of 55 square meters has underfloor heating for the cooler times of the year. The area includes:
- A modern kitchen with electric oven and induction hob, microwave, toaster and electric kettle; dishwasher, washing machine, fridge and freezer.
- A light and spacious dining area provides seating for 6 and a high chair for the little ones.
- Overlooking the pool is a lounge with 2 large and comfortable leather sofas, TV, books and games The lounge opens on to two, outside dining terraces (with one overlooking the pool).
- Large heated pool (12m x 5m) directly in front of the house with wide views over vineyards and the rolling hills of the Gers
- Rail station (Agen).
- Airports – Toulouse, Bordeaux and Bergerac are all around 2 hours away.
- Drive – Around 30 minutes from motorway (A62)Driving from Paris takes around 7 hours and the closest Channel ports of St Malo and Caen are about 8 hours away, Calais is a little over 10 hours easy motorway driving
A car is necessary to make the most of the beautiful countryside, copious vineyards, and elegant fortified towns and villages.
- Wifi throughout the property
- Access to the grounds and lake including fishing and boating also birdwatching with access to professional telescope
- Full sized table tennis; books and a range of board games
- But apologies, no pets.
- Out of season we are able to offer flexible start dates and shorter rental periods. Please ask for details.