Holiday Cottage Rental With Pool & Courtyard Garden In Aveyron, SW France

Situated on the Lot Valley/ Aveyron borders just 10 minutes walk from the local village of Martiel, this luxury accommodation, that is made up of a 18th Century Country House & Cottage, is set in a tranquil location on the edge of a peaceful hamlet. Les Fontaines is the perfect spot to relax and unwind as it is set amongst two acres of woodland and superb countryside.

This wonderful cottage features a cosy lounge with a woodburning stove, 2 comfortable settees, coffee table TV/DVD player, HIFI/CD player, and WiFi internet access. It has a fully equipped dining and kitchen area that includes a microwave, electric oven and gas hob, fridge/freezer and dishwasher and washing machine, plus a dining table and 4 chairs. Sleeping up to 4 guests, there are 2 double bedrooms, one which has a large double bed and the other with twin beds. Please note that a cot and highchair are available on request at no additional cost.

The bathroom has a large shower cubicle, toilet, large sink with storage unit underneath, plus a separate shelf unit for additional storage.

Outside you will find plenty of parking on the grounds, our guest can also enjoy exclusive use of the shared pool and use of the courtyard with its games area and pool table. There is a patio table and 4 chairs along with a BBQ which make a perfect spot for al fresco dining during the summer evenings.

2 adult mountain bikes are available at the property free of charge to our guest. These are for shared use between both properties and are a great way to explore the local area.
The local village is approximately 10 minutes walk from the property and the nearest town. Villefranche de Rouergue is approximately 10 minutes drive away. In the local village of Martiel you will find all the usual amenities, corner shop, boulangerie, post office, hairdressers, church and tennis courts. There is also a lakeside bar/restaurant nearby.

For a wider choice of great bars, restaurants, supermarkets and banks the stunning medieval bastide town of Villefranche de Rouergue, which is now part of the prestigious group of Grand Sites of the Midi Pyrenees, is just 10 minutes drive away. It has a wonderful market in the centre of the town on Thursday mornings. There is also a fantastic Sunday morning market in the stunning town of St. Antonin Noble Val - both markets are a must visit during your holiday.

The nearest coastal beach is 2 hours 45 mins. drive away, on the Mediteranean coast. However, our guests can enjoy a sandy beach next to the river at St. Cirq Lapopie which is approx. 25 mins drive away.

Other places of interest include a number of medieval towns and places of outstanding beauty such as Cirq Lapopie, Najac, Belcastel, St. Antonin Noble Val, Figeac, the Lot and the Aveyron Gorges. The Millau viaduct (world's tallest bridge), Sarlat, Carcassonne, and Rocamadour are all popular places to visit when based at Les Fontaines.