Delightful stone house, with stream and woodland

A delightful detached 3 bedroom period stone built spacious house. Fully renovated to a high standard. Set by a small stream on the edge of a tiny Hamlet ,next to acres of unspoilt woodland. The house comprises of three bedrooms with contemporary fully equipped kitchen, two complete bathrooms with Italien showers , 2 lounges. Wood burning stoves [all wood provided] . Suitable for couples , families and small groups. A restorative space in a truly natural environment. You will have the whole house and 2 acres of private garden, also your own clean mountain stream that runs through the garden. House layout. This spacious 3 bedroomed house has been completely renovated by us using local materials with the kind help of our friend who is master builder! Downstairs Lounge with wood burning stove, ( wood provided) seating for 6, TV, wifi , music system. Dinning room with made to measure kitchen fully equipped - fridge /freezer, electric oven and hob, dish washer, toaster, kettle coffee machine etc. Wood burner. Dining table for 6 plus high chair if needed. Double glass door leading to stream side terrace. Modern bathroom (1) with sink, toilet and walk in italien shower. Utility area with washing machine, iron and ironing board Upstairs. Wooden floors in all rooms but the bathrooms. 3 bedrooms. Bed 1 Hamlet room. One large double (160cm) widows aspect south and west. Bed 2 River room. 2 singles or 1 large double (180cm )you can choose which you prefer. window aspect east Bed 3 Forest room 2 singles or 1 large double (180cm you can choose which you prefer. window aspect east. There is space for a cot in any of these rooms. All rooms have clothes storage, shelves bedside lights etc. Another lounge/ study with desk, seating and books. Modern bathroom (2) with sink , toilet and walk in italien shower. All in all 120m2 of space, all new contemporary decor, stylish and comfortable. . You will have the whole house and 2 acres of garden, a clean mountain stream that runs through the garden. Happy to help with local advice if you need it. you will find plenty of guides and maps for local attractions and walking/hiking in the house. We live 2 minute walk from the house and usually at home if you need help during your stay. The house "le Pidro" is situated in the forest valley of the River Artillac. A bubbling stream runs through the gardens with a stream side terrace. Large gardens with private woodland adds to the spacious and relaxing feel of the house.The local village of Castelnau Durban is 2km, it can be walked along the road that follows the river Artillac and its valldey it can be reached across an ancient footpath which gives views of the mountains and surrounding area. The village has a bakery and epicerie, a very good restaurant and a tabac as well as a local craft shop which is open in the summer months. The valley is an area of protected environment in the heart of the Parc naturel régional des Pyrénées ariégeoises. In the park there is virtually no industry (1%) , the population is sparse 1 person for every 2km and consequently traffic minimal, with very few cars passing the cottage. These are the foothills of the pyrenees. The GR10 can be accessed directly from the house-but it is about 6 hours on foot. There are many walks of astounding beauty that can be made directly from the house. Beautiful wild flowers in spring, stunning walks in summer cooled by the forest. The voie verte is a recently opened 42km route reserved for cyclists and walkers running from St Girons and Foix accessed at Castelnau Durban and is wonderful at all times of year. In the cottage you will find guides and maps with local attractions and walks. With no pollution the River runs clear and the nights sky bright for star gazers. The house is fully in natural beauty. A treasure trove of fauna and flora, wild life, bird life, a virtually untouched part of the national park. Many local activities and historic sites are under 3O mins drive. There is lots to see and do in the area. Many outdoor sporting activities, historical castles and towns. Locally produced cheese, wine, meat and vegetables, easily purchased from the many local markets. "Le Pidro"provides a very calm and tranquil base from which to experience the different flavours of the region. A very rural area. 2.5km to the local village . Car hire recommended. Private Parking next to the house. Towels, sheets and wood for the wood burners are provided at no extra charge. There is electric heating which keeps a base temperature but in winter ( sometimes summer!!) you will need to use the wood burners for true heating