1 hour 15 mins drive from Toulouse’s Blagnac Airport or Rodez Airport, our 18th century stone farmhouse is situated in the heart of beautiful countryside, nestled in a hamlet, with unimpeded panoramic views.
Relax on chaise lounges around the saltwater pool, heated May through October, and spend cocktail hour seated by the old barn, taking in the artistic majesty of the historically listed 17th century Pigeonnier, considered by locals to be the 'jewel in the crown' of the medieval village of Caylus.
'Le Pigeonnier' has 3 bedrooms, 2 with queen beds and 1 small bedroom with 2 single beds. (This room is best for young children)
Additionally, there is a full bed on the landing upstairs, which has a flat screen TV with English FreeSat and French Orange Satellite , and a day bed that can be converted into a queen bed in the living room, excellent for guests who don't want to deal with stairs.
All beds have 'Shabby Chic' linens and quilts, and down comforters. There are reversible heating/AC units throughout the house.
There is a bathroom with toilet, washbasin and shower/bath upstairs, and a bathroom with toilet, washbasin and shower downstairs.
Additionally, the bedroom above the kitchen has a small en suite bathroom with a toilet, washbasin and shower.
The living room features comfortable sofas and arm chairs, a wood burning stove, stereo system, flat screen with hundreds of channels from UK FreeSat and French Orange Satellite TV. We also have plenty of board games for interactive guests (scrabble, monopoly, chess, checkers etc).
A comfortable daybed next to our library of books offers the perfect spot to read or take a siesta. There is fiber optic wifi internet throughout house with plenty of discreet work spaces for the traveler who has to continue to communicate in the fast paced world they have almost left behind. Land line telephone has free calls to Europe and the US - including cell phones.
The kitchen is extremely well stocked, satisfying the most expert cooks. There is plenty of cutlery, plates, glassware, saucepans, salad bowls etc for any imagined meal.
The rustic dining table next to the wood burning stove offers the perfect spot to enjoy all the local delicacies from the various village markets.
The bamboo, Ibiza inspired, pergola, outside the kitchen, offers perfect al fresco dining both, night and day. The roof is water proofed so if there is a surprise rain storm, you will still enjoy outside dining!
The gardens are extensive with plenty of areas for quiet repose. The pool area has a fence around it and a childproof gate. In the pool cabana there is a seating area for 6 people, to enjoy watching the sun come up whilst sipping their morning tea or coffee.
The pool is salt water and is heated through the months of May through October. There are 6 sun beds around the pool and 3 parasols.
There is a hammock in another part of the garden, under tall pine trees, and of course
the roofed seating area to the side of the living room is a lovely spot for cocktail hour, where the heat of the day gives the perfect excuse to sample the local wines. There is a ping pong table in the garden, 3 bikes at your disposal, and and large stone barbeque in the garden for deliciously simple summer meals.
The stunning Pigeonnier, a piece of historic architecture in the garden, stands majestically for your own personal delight. A perfect subject for artists.
CAYLUS
The medieval village of Caylus nestles in the beautiful Bonnette Valley on the border between Quercy and Rouergue. 12 minutes drive from the farmhouse, it is a thriving village with a boulangerie, a butcher, two small supermarkets, two bars and and three restaurants.
This region features oak forests, rolling hills, spectacular river gorges and valleys, medieval bastide hilltop towns, amazingly preserved castles, warm and friendly people in local villages, each with its own vibrant weekly farmers market.
Predominantly a farming area, the fruit and vegetables are outstanding as is the local wine, duck and goats cheese.
St Antonin Noble Val, situated in the dramatic Aveyron Gorge, is only a short drive away where you can go kayaking, canoeing, rock climbing and cycling or simply just enjoy wandering around the famous Sunday morning market. This village is so picturesque it has been the centre of numerous films, most recently '100 Foot Journey', starring Helen Mirren.
There are an abundance of places to visit within easy reach such as Cahors, Montauban, Albi, Corde-sur-Ciel, Narjac and Toulouse, France's fourth largest city.
For those who like driving, the Mediterranean coast and Bordeaux are both about 3 hours drive. Finally, don’t forget the wine. “Le Pigeonnier” is situated between the wine producing regions of Gaillac and Quercy and a visit to the vineyards is recommended.
