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sleeps 6 + infants in 3 bedrooms |
 | The large outdoor pool is alarmed and a selection of pool toys are provided. |
 | A selection of books (baby & children's), bath toys, DVDs, soft toys & general toys are available. |
 | Outdoor play gear provided includes: sandpit, ball pit, swings, slide, tree den and paddling pool. |
 | Little ones are welcome to help feed the chickens & collect the eggs |
 | Free Wi-Fi provided |
 | Available on request and free of charge - Cot (wooden and travel one of each), highchair (2 - wooden), stairgates, baby bath, steriliser, changing mat, bouncer chair, hand blender, plastic crockery, plastic cutlery, socket covers, night lights & baby monitors |
 | Onsite babysitting available (day and evening) and supervised activity sessions i.e. art/crafts sessions & pizza making etc. Must be pre-booked. |
 | A generous welcome pack is provided and a pre-arrival shopping service is offered for groceries & baby essentials such as nappies, wipes, milk, formula, baby food etc. There is a 25 fee for this service. |
 | Private garden and terrace |
Arrivals and Departures:
Check-in time: 16:00
Check-out time: 10:00
Payment:
Reservation Deposit: 25%
Balance: 56 days prior to arrival
Capacity:
Sleeps: 6 +
La Bergerie is an elegant stone barn conversion set in the tranquil grounds of 'Le Bouyssou', which is the British owner's country house estate. It has recently been restored with great care and combines original features with a stylish mix of contemporary and traditional furnishings, plus all the mod cons required for a relaxing break 'en famile', along with a useful list of baby and toddler gear (see grey box below). It is available year-round either as exclusive rental or, during winter, by the room as a B&B.
Despite its wonderfully rural and scenic setting amongst woodland and fields with lovely valley views, Le Bouyssou is just a short 1 km walk from the pretty village of Loupiac. Here it is impossible not to relax, simply step out of the door and walk in any direction for miles and encounter picturesque hamlets, watermills, wooded glades and total peace. Or discover 10 of France's, officially designated, most beautiful towns, all within an easy drive.
Le Bergerie offers spacious, high quality accommodation, with beautiful interiors, private terraces and gardens with a large swimming pool (alarmed). It sleeps six in three romantic bedrooms, two of which have glamorous antique king-size double beds and the third has pretty twins (can be coverted to a super-king double). The two doubles, one with private decked terrace, boast ensuite shower rooms, whilst the third has use of the 'family bathroom' with its indulgent standing bath. Downstairs, the pretty French country-style kitchen boasts a range cooker, washing machine, tumble dryer, dish washer, large fridge freezer, coffee machine, toaster and all the equipment guests would expect. A stable door from the kitchen leads to the dining room with an oak top table to seat eight comfortably, plus a CD player with a selection of CDs. A couple of steps from the dining room lead to the sitting room where guests find comfortable white fabric sofas (washable!), TV with UK satellite channels, DVD player with a selection of DVD’s, a wood burning stove and a desk with books, maps and guides. French windows leading to a large covered external terrace with quality outdoor furniture.
La Bergerie has its own private garden, large covered sun terrace, covered canopy on the upper level and a BBQ Area. The gardens and grounds to Le Bouyssou are extensive, with large organic vegetable garden, lawn area for games (slide and swings) a ‘secret garden’ with perfect shade and a 12x6m swimming pool. Guests are welcome to collect eggs from the free range chickens and seasonal produce from the organic garden (when available).
La Bergerie is ideally situated between delightful 13c bastide town of Villefranche de Rougergue and Figeac, regarded as ‘the finest small town in France’.The Aveyron region is home to ten of the officially designated ‘Most Beautiful Villages in France’, the highest concentration of any department of the country. The landscape is breathtaking and wildly varied (mountains, gorges, rolling ‘causses’, medieval villages, woodland abundant with the fruits of nature which find their way into the regions famous and satisfying cuisine – foie gras, confit de canard, aligot, tripoux...).
Market days at Villefranche and Figeac are not to be missed and the former has a handy tourist train from the main square offering an overview of the town's sights and history. The pretty land train is understandably popular with toddlers and young children. A little further afield, the charming town of St Antonin Noble Val was the setting for the film 'Charlotte Grey' and is crammed with pretty shops and bistros. It also offers canoeing and boating on the river.
Friendly British owner, Sarah, provides a handy guide to local attractions and restaurants in the welcome pack but is also on hand, if and when required for further advice or assistance.
Nearest Medical Services: Doctor and pharmacy 10 minutes drive, hospital 15 minutes drive
Getting There: Nearby airports include Rodez (approx. 50mins), Toulouse (approx.2.5hrs) & Bergerac (3hrs)
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Wow, what a week it has been! A perfect holiday in a perfect setting - a luxurio...
Wow, what a week it has been! A perfect holiday in a perfect setting - a luxurious house, tastefully decorated with everything you need. Thank you so much for being such hospitable and friendly 'hosts'. We really appreciated all the little touches (the homemade tarte and pate, the raspberries, the eggs . . .) that made our stay at La Bergerie even more special. Oscar also loved playing with Millie - she's such a lovely and friendly Mademoiselle. What you have created here is truly exceptional and one of the top places we have ever stayed in and there have been many! No doubt you will see us again . . .Thank you!
What an absolutely wonderful week we have had at La Bergerie au Bouyssou. Sarah,...
What an absolutely wonderful week we have had at La Bergerie au Bouyssou. Sarah, David, Sarah's parents and Millie have made us feel so welcome. We've had beautiful fresh eggs and home grown strawberries all week; Sarah even kindly came over with some delicious home made pesto for the boys after learning they loved it. The villa is the best equipped we've ever stayed in (and there's been a few!) with beautiful crockery in the kitchen and every utensil you could think of. Sarah obviously has lovely taste!
We're definitely going to book again next year as we had such a wonderful time . . .Finally just to say a huge thank you to Millie who kept our boys entertained and who has bewitched our youngest; she is a very special little lady
Thank you for a lovely holiday. The gite is stunning and the nicest accommodatio...
Thank you for a lovely holiday. The gite is stunning and the nicest accommodation we have stopped in . . . . from the beautiful character features to the hand made kitchen and striking decor . . . no detail has gone unmissed. We love the pool and felt very spoilt that it was ours. Aveyron is a beautiful area with lovely scenery and places to visit . . . It was a pleasure meeting such a kind and warm family (Mia, (our daughter), was very taken by Millie and we have named her new teddy after her!) You have catered for our every need and more, for which we thank you. We will be back . .
Owner Profile
I remember all too well what it was like to holiday with our baby daughter. Although we were always desperately looking forward to a relaxing break, we often found that it was more stressful than being at home as we missed all of the equipment and conveniences associated with caring for and entertaining little one! We also found it difficult to find somewhere 'lovely' and 'stylish' to stay and usually returned home disappointed. Apart from a passion for all things French, this is why we decided to move ourselves (Sarah, David, daughter Millie and 'Nannna' and 'Pops'!) to the Aveyron to create La Bergerie au Bouyssou to give others the 'rural, peaceful' holiday that we dreamed of and others deserve! |
You will discover in the Aveyron department, as we did, one of the most stunning and interesting parts of France. It has been said about our department in the press that 'this is France as she is meant to be – undiluted, unadulterated and unapologetic. It is as if every site, every sound, every flavour of the nation's culture has been distilled and matured here to produce a simmering cauldron overflowing with the true essence of France'. We believe that we have created at La Bergerie the perfect base from which to explore the area, that's if you can tear yourselves away from the sumptuous accommodation with king size beds (and lots of bathroom facilities), a private pool which doesn't sting eyes and bleach costumes, perfect areas of sun and shade, privacy and quiet (apart from the yelps and screams of joy of little guests!) and the exceptional facilities and equiment for kids. The generous welcome basket , the very 'welcome' treat of home baking and bottle of something waiting for you on arrival will make you glad that you came to find out about our French gem!
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Our smaller guests find it hard to leave. It's a paradise here for children, as we know exactly what it takes to provide for them the facilities and entertainment to give them a great holiday (and if they're having a great holiday, Mom, Dad and all are having the 'delightful' break that they were hoping for too!). From feeding the 'ladies' (Millie's chickens) providing the daily chucky egg, the guinea pigs (Haribo, Nougat and Caramel), the large wooden pirate ship play centre (hand built by Millie's 'Pops', the giant sandpit, the free craft sessions, treasure hunts, face painting, outdoor games, homemade lollies and cookies, teddy bear picnics to the large natural saltwater system swimming pool with a multitude of inflatables - these are a few reasons why kids love it here!
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