Puylagarde farmhouse for long term rent South-West France
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Way down in the South West of France, in the Tarn-et-Garonne department, you will find this delightful stone farmhouse, surrounded by peaceful countryside, with views of the surrounding hills. The farmhouse comes with 4 bedrooms, a stunning living room with double height cathedral ceiling and a beautiful kitchen with exposed stone walls and original oak beams. There is also an amazing 300m2 Dance studio/Yoga studio (which was a former tobacco drying barn).
The farmhouse lies on the border of 3 departments (Tarn-et-Garonne, the Lot and Aveyron) and is 1 hour 30 mins north of Toulouse. The larger towns of Cahors, Montauban, Albi and Rodez are all 50 mins away. The nearby village of Najac is one of the most beautiful villages in France and the town of Villefranche-de-Rouergue (20km) is a pretty place with restaurants, shops and a local railway station (with services to Toulouse).
The farmhouse is available for long term rentals between October to April from €1500 per month + bills.
Rural farmhouse for rent in South-West France - facilities
The farmhouse has been tastefully renovated and features modern facilities such as underfloor heating, air conditioning and Wi-Fi throughout. The farmhouse is laid out over 2 floors.
Ground floor
- The stunning living room with its double-height cathedral ceiling is a comfy place with large sofas and armchairs, an Invicta wood burning stove, underfloor heating and a 60-inch wide screen TV with UK Freeview channels and DVD (complete with surround sound system). There is also a 4m long dining table for family feasting.
- Leading off the living room there is a children’s playroom, full of toys, games, books, dress-up costumes and soft toys, plus a second TV with separate access to the UK Freeview channels, another DVD player and a huge range of DVDs.
- The farmhouse kitchen has been given a brand new designer makeover, featuring a Smeg induction hob and oven, a double Smeg American-style fridge with an ice machine, Bosch integrated dishwasher and a Nespresso machine, plus there’s a second fridge, second dishwasher, washing machine and dryer in a separate utility room.
- Bedroom 1 is located in a separate wing of the farmhouse (with access down a corridor off the kitchen). The bedroom comes with a super-king size bed. A set of French doors lead out to the courtyard garden.
- Bedroom 2 is a twin bedroom.
- There is a large bathroom with a walk-in rain shower, double Belfast sink and a separate WC next door.
First floor
- The Master bedroom is air-conditioned and features a Super-king size bed and a luxury en-suite bathroom with a huge freestanding bath, a walk in rain shower, and 'his ‘n’ hers' washbasins and a WC. There is also a chaise longue and footstool, ideal for curling up and reading a book.
- Bedroom 4 is a fabulous room for children with a bespoke built-in bunk beds, each with their own reading light and a porthole den beneath. There are steps up to the top bunks and a wooden slide to slip down onto a cushion. The bedroom is air-conditioned and has a stylish WC with basin.
Outside
- The farmhouse is surrounded by a large garden, mainly laid to lawn. There is plenty of space to enjoy a picnic in the orchard, or to find a quiet corner in the walled gardens to read a book, or sneak a snooze in the hammock, slung between the chestnut trees.
- There is a 14m x 5m heated swimming pool (which is normally open from April to October). The pool features a a 5m x 3m paddling area that’s perfect for babies and toddlers.
- In a separate barn, there is a 300m2 Dance studio/Yoga studio (which was a former tobacco drying barn). The barn is clad in Larch wood and has air conditioning, a sprung dancefloor, a wall of mirrors and huge French doors which open out to reveal beautiful views down the valley.
- There’s table tennis by the pool and plenty of space to play football, badminton and boules.
- From the pool and the outdoor terraces, there are scenic views over the surrounding fields and hills.
Farmhouse in Tarn-et-Garonne for rent - prices
The farmhouse is available for rent between October to April. In addition to the rent, there is a monthly provision of €400 towards the electricity, water, Wi-Fi and firewood. Pets may be accepted through prior agreement. The normal monthly stay is 3 months.
Long term rentals (October to April): from €1500 per month + bills
There are also 3 outbuildings surrounding the farmhouse which have been converted into luxury accommodation, featuring en-suite double bedrooms. The Owner is open to discussing the rental rates for this additional space (separate to the main rental contract for the house).
French farmhouse for long term rentals - Our Opinion
What an amazing place to spend a few months in rural France. The farmhouse provides total peace and tranquillity and comes with all the character features that you would want - exposed stone walls, oak beams, a lovely cosy wood burner, large en-suite bedrooms and that kitchen. I would rent the farmhouse just for the kitchen alone!
Nearby, there are lots of pretty medieval villages and lots of interesting towns and cities to explore, like Cahors, Montauban, Albi and Toulouse. Despite being rural, the farmhouse is surprisingly well-connected to the outside world, with airports in Toulouse and Rodez and the A20 motorway from Paris passing relatively close-by.
Amenities
Area activities
,The small village of Puylagarde sits on the border of 3 departments (Tarn-et-Garonne, the Lot and Aveyron) and is located 1 hour 30 mins north of Toulouse (the 4th largest city in France). The village has a population of around 400 people. The nearest amenities are in the medieval village of Parisot, just 3 minutes’ drive and other attractive towns and villages nearby include Caylus and Najac (one of the most beautiful villages in France). Both are a pleasure to stroll around and enjoy lunch in one of the pavement cafes.
The nearby town of Villefranche-de-Rouergue (20km) is a pretty place with restaurants, shops and a local railway station (with services to Toulouse).
Nearby, you will also find a number of larger towns
- The town of Cahors is located 50 mins north-west of the farmhouse and is the capital of the Lot department. The town has a population of 20,000 people and is famous in France for its Rugby team and the deep red wines produced in the area. The Lot department is a beautiful area of France with spectacular deep gorges, stunning villages (such as Rocamadour and Saint-Cirq-Lapopie) and pre-historic caves.
- Montauban, is the capital of the Tarn-et-Garnonne department and has a population of 60,000 people. The town is just over 1 hour south-west of the farmhouse and is a pretty place with many of the buildings constructed from pink bricks. The town has a lovely shopping district in the centre and hosts a number of festivals and cultural events during the year. It also has regular Farmers markets where you can buy locally produced fois gras and other regional specialities. Montauban is also a famous Rugby town.
- Albi, is the capital of the Tarn department and is approximately 50 mins to the South-East of the farmhouse. Albi is a beautiful city and its stunning cathedral is now listed as an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Albi was also the birthplace of the artist, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. There is an excellent art museum in the city dedicated to him.
- The town of Rodez lies 50 mins North-East of the farmhouse and is the capital of the Aveyron department, widely regarded as one of the most beautiful departments in France. The department has more villages entered on the list of "150 Most Beautiful Villages in France", than any other area of France. There is a local airport in Rodez, with flights to Paris and Lille (with Volotea) and London Stansted, Brussels, Dublin and Porto (with Ryanair).
- The hilltop village of Cordes Sur Ciel is a 45-minute drive to the south and features a maze of medieval cobbled streets, artisan workshops and panoramic views.
Other transport
,The nearest train station is located at Villefranche-de-Rouergue (20km), which has local train services to Toulouse. There is a TGV train station in Montauban, with fast services to Bordeaux, Toulouse and Paris.
Airports
,The nearest airport is located at Rodez (50 mins), with flights to Paris, Dublin, London Stansted and Brussels.
Toulouse airport (1 hour 30 mins) has a larger range of destinations, including London Gatwick, Frankfurt, Montreal (Canada), Rome and Paris
Driving directions
,Puylagarde is located 1 hour 30 mins north of Toulouse. The A20 motorway which connects Toulouse to Paris is 40 mins drive.
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One month deposit to be paid at time of reservation. The deposit will become the security deposit during your stay. Rent to be paid on the first day of each month.
In addition to the rent, there is a monthly provision of €400 towards the electricity, firewood, water, Wi-Fi and communal taxes. Minimum stay is 3 months. Not available during May to September. Pets may be accepted through prior agreement.
