La Chataigne - stylish, family friendly gite with heated pool, playground and terraces

La Chataigne is south facing gite overlooking our large stone terrace with stunning, far reaching views of the mountains. On some days you can see the snow capped Pyrenees. The cosy gite has a log burner and electric heating to suit your needs and keep you warm if you stay in the cooler months. We have retained the original roof beams (circa 300 years old) giving this gite a traditional feel yet there all the modern comforts of a new home. Downstairs there is an open plan living area with seating and dining space for four. A newly fitted kitchen includes washing machine, gas hob, microwave, fridge freezer and plenty of cupboard space. Upstairs there are two separate bedrooms, one with a double bed and one with a bunk bed (and fitted wardrobe). There are baby / toddler stair gates, high chair and travel cots available. All rooms have south facing windows and there is satellite TV.

The gite has it's own outdoor terrace with sofa and table and chairs for four people with beautiful valley views and large stone communal BBQ. There is a lovely big heated pool, security fencing and washing / toilet facilities, an adventure playground, tree platform and play pond. There are three other gites on site as well as our family home.

The whole farmhouse and land has a magical, tranquil atmosphere. In the evening the building, terraces and drive are lit up to create an ethereal ambiance allowing guests to enjoy the atmosphere in to the night. We have many children's toys, instruments and costumes - children often make friends and entertain their parents with shows on the main terrace. We try to do a film soiree once a week on the main terrace for all the families. Les Coumayres is a sociable place for guests - children can be free and creative in a safe environment, surrounded by nature. There are many tracks and gardens to explore the wonderful countryside. The weather in summer is usually sunny and comfortably warm, unlike the coast which can be too hot.

Nearby there are lakes with water sports, zip lining, kayaking, canyoning, medieval villages, open air markets, local fetes, stunning countryside to explore including gorgeous and waterfalls.

Please note that towels and linen are only provided in high season (July - August). Guests should bring their own towels and linen outside of these months. We can rent towels and linen but this must be agreed when you make the booking. The pool is open from July - August. Sometimes we are able to open this for longer but you should ask at reservation stage. Please assume it is closed outside of high season.