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Located on a working farm of some 280 acres, this renovated 18th-century farm building is well situated for exploring southwestern France. Carcassonne, Europe’s most celebrated medieval walled city, is less than an hour away. Spend a day in Toulouse, one of France’s most vibrant and historic cities. Or visit Albi, the home of the celebrated painter Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec and the site of a fine art museum devoted to his work. Ancient medieval villages, the Pyrenees and Mediterreanean beaches are also within easy reach.
The grounds include both graveled and grassy areas. Set away from the house is a beautiful swimming pool and a large stone terrace with open and covered lounging and dining areas. Bordering the pool are fruit trees, lavender and other native plants and shrubs. From the pool, you’ll enjoy wonderful views of the neighboring fields and countryside. Madeleine, for whom the property is named, was the owner’s mother. Today, the farm raises sheep, pigs, chicken and ducks, and the owners make their own farm products including regional favorites such as confit de canard and cured meats. If you express interest, they will be pleased to show you around the estate. The renovation has been accomplished in the best country style. Heavy wood beamed ceilings, terra cotta tile floors, a stone fireplace, ceramic tile, and light walls complement a combination of casual contemporary furnishings, antique pieces, new appliances and modern conveniences. From the graveled courtyard, entry is into a spacious main room with sitting and dining areas as well as a full kitchen. It is light and airy with high beamed ceilings and a large picture window framed by massive stone vaulting. In one corner, two upholstered sofas grouped around an antique trunk coffee table provide comfortable seating. On the other side is the well-equipped kitchen with tile counters, light wood cabinets and all appliances. In the center of the room is a French country dining table and chairs for 6 people. Stairs lead to the second floor where there are 2 bedrooms and a bathroom. The bedrooms – one with double and another with twin beds – are nicely decorated with bedcovers, curtains, antique chests and tables. The tiled bathroom has both a tub and a shower with separate toilet facilities on the hall. From the second floor landing, there is a staircase to a large dormitory bedroom with twin beds and a sink. A property with wonderful country style and charm. **Note: There is another accommodation for 10 people across the graveled courtyard. The properties are rented to one party at a time. When one property only is rented, the other remains empty. For more photos, click here. |
