Enjoy rural life in the tranquil
Gers department of Gascony in Southwest France. This splendid area, undiscovered by many, offers beautiful scenery, views of the Pyrenees, charming ancient towns, delicious local food and wine. Art and culture are plentiful.
The property is attached to the small commune of Pouy Roquelaure (approx. 150 inhabitants), 15 and 20 minutes by car from Condom (approx. 8,000 inhabitants) and Agen (approx. 26,000 inhabitants) respectively.
The stone and timber home, available for vacation rental, is on a site of 1.75 acres. It is at the end of a road shared with one other house, about 0.4 miles away. It is very private and quiet, with fruit trees and vines on the grounds and excellent views of surrounding agricultural properties. This is a delightful Southwest France vacation rental property near Condom.
The lovely, spacious farmhouse has fine architectural details throughout. It sleeps up to nine people. The building is 5,000 sf; about 3,200 sf is improved living area.
There are five bedrooms plus den, large combined living/dining/kitchen room, laundry room, a pantry and wine cellar. The master bedroom has an oversized double-bed. Two bedrooms have double-beds and two have single beds.
The modern kitchen has a dishwasher and induction stove. There are two full baths, two separate toilets, plus private showers/sinks in three bedrooms. The house has all the modern conveniences.
There is a new, unheated swimming pool.
Features include:

central, subfloor radiant heating

revealed oak beams and stone walls throughout

stained wood ceilings and tile floors

French windows and shutters

two working fireplaces

antique country furnishings in main rooms

rustic bookshelves in master bedroom

mini-stereo system, TV and VCR
The Leclerc hypermarket is about 20 minutes away in Agen. All commercial services are available in Condom. 1.75 hours by car to Bordeaux or Toulouse. Direct TGV to Paris from Agen (4h,10min). Well located to many charming towns (Lectoure, Fleurance, Nérac, Condom) with fine restaurants and services.
Festivals abound in summer.
Prices:
May-June, September-October, Christmas Holidays
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$1,250/week
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July-August
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$1,750/week
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| Other times |
$750/week |
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2 week minimum |
Prices include utilities, local telephone service, and maintenance of swimming pool and grounds. Refundable security deposit of $350 per week and $500 minimum, returned to you by mail after your visit.
Maid service is provided at the end of your stay, but guests are requested to leave the house as clean as possible. Additional maid service at the expense of guests can be arranged. Guests are kindly requested not to smoke in the house.
For reservations or questions, e-mail
gaston7@pacbell.net.