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Family friendly, outdoor fun in a beautiful part of the world.

Riverfront cottage with an outdoor pool and a hot tub

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Gite Esmeralda, nestled in the Regional Natural Park of Ariege, offers a serene retreat. French windows open onto a private garden and al fresco dining area where you can unwind with the soothing sounds of nature. Explore nearby towns like Foix and Mirepoix or enjoy activities such as horse riding, kayaking or cycling.

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8.0 out of 10
Very good

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2 bedrooms1 bathroom65 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Family friendly, outdoor fun in a beautiful part of the world.

Overlooking the river Arac, our gite has a fully equipped kitchen, two pretty double bedrooms and a comfortable sitting room. French windows open onto a private garden and al fresco dining area, where the only sounds to disturb you are of the river flowing gently by, birdsong and evening crickets. We have a swimming pool, picnic area with bbq, a river terrace and a safe playground for children. We are based in the Regional Natural Park of Ariege so are surrounded by beautiful and unspoiled countryside which is a fantastic backdrop for the many activities enjoyed in the area. Walking, horse riding, kayaking, caving and cycling are all pursuits you can take advantage of. Set within the large gardens of Maison Esmeralda, Gite Esmeralda is an ideal location from which to explore the many sights and towns popular in the region. Toulouse is just an hour and a half away and the towns of Foix and Mirepoix, with its idyllic medieval centre are also nearby. A very popular Prehistoric park, many well known prehistoric caves and even an underground river boat ride also make for great days out.
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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Kayak

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Pets to be free of parasites, be house trained, are not allowed on furniture and must be supervised at all times whilst on our property.
Children under 13 should be supervised when using on site amenities including play area and pool.

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: kids under 16 yrs must be supervised at pool

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Separate function room/bar - contact for details

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 18
Note from host: Separate function room/bar - contact for details
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Family Friendly Outdoor fun in a Beautiful Part of the World

About the neighborhood

Located in Biert, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. St-Girons Pont-Vieux and Pharmacy of the 18th Century are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Pyrenees Ariégeoises Regional Natural Park and Prehistoric Park. Visit our Biert travel guide
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Biert, Occitanie

What's nearby

  • Saint-Girons
    Pyrenees Ariégeoises Regional Natural Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Plateau de Beille Ski Resort
    52 min drive - 55.6 km
  • Ax-Bonascre Gondola
    57 min drive - 66.9 km
  • Les Bains du Couloubret
    57 min drive - 66.9 km
  • Ax 3 Domaines Ski Resort
    60 min drive - 69.7 km

Getting around

  • Tarascon-sur-Ariège Station
    57 min drive

Restaurants

  • Le Garbet
    14 min drive
  • L'Auberge Du Haut Salat
    16 min drive
  • Restaurant le Perroquet
    13 min drive
  • Sirgant René
    14 min drive
  • Auberge L’escaleta
    16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Family friendly, outdoor fun in a beautiful part of the world. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Family friendly, outdoor fun in a beautiful part of the world. pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family friendly, outdoor fun in a beautiful part of the world.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family friendly, outdoor fun in a beautiful part of the world.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family friendly, outdoor fun in a beautiful part of the world. located?

This family-friendly Biert cottage is located on the waterfront, steps from Pyrenees Ariégeoises Regional Natural Park, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Col de la Crouzette and Site de l'Etang de Lers. Prehistoric Park and Cascade d'Ars are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Family friendly, outdoor fun in a beautiful part of the world. Reviews

Reviews

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7.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Rudy R.

nice place

nice apartment near a small river in a rural mountain region. Good support from the Mike who was renting the place. Lots of information on what to do in the region present. We liked the hiking in the surrounding.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

judith h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ontzettend netjes en super aardige eigenaar

We hebben genoten van onze vakantie. Prachtige omgeving. Behulpzame en attente eigenaar. WIFI was niet altijd even stabiel. Voor ons geen probleem maar voor onze tienerdochters meer. De bedden waren niet heel comfortabel, voor ons geen probleem, maar iemand met rugklachten misschien handig om rekening mee te houden?
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ilja i.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful gite with lovely hosts

We were here in early august 2021 and enjoyed the place tremendously. Right next to the river in a lovely garden, with our own private space. The hosts were very welcoming, giving us all the information we needed but also giving us our privacy. We will definately be coming back here someday!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Ludovic R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BIERT

Proprietaire sympathique L’emplacement est très beau
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Antje F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Retro-Charme für Individualisten und Naturfreunde

Wir hatten eine tolle Woche in dem Häuschen von Familie Redmonds. Es ist liebevoll und individuell eingerichtet, inklusive Bettwäsche und Handtücher. Das idyllische Grundstück bietet mehrere Gelegenheiten zum draußen essen, hat Zugang zum Fluss und Schaukeln für die Kinder. Außerdem nutzen unsere Kinder den großzügigen, erfrischenden Pool ausgiebig, da es sehr warm war. Da wir selber keine Haustiere haben, war es für unsere Mädchen eine große Freude, nach drüben gehen zu dürfen, um mit Hund und dem süßen Kater zu spielen. Die Vermieter sind hilfsbereit, unkompliziert und sprechen Englisch und sogar etwas Deutsch!! Praktischerweise fanden wir in der Wohnung sämtliche Informationen für alle möglichen Wanderungen und Aktivitäten der Umgebung. Vielen Dank nochmal an Familie Redmonds! Fam. Förster aus Weimar
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

heureusement que le site e´tait très beau... parce que le reste...

- les photos de la maison paraissent bcp plus belles qu´en réalité. Rien à voir en arrivant. -Ce n´est pas une maison entièrement privée, sinon qu´ell est dans la propiété d´une autre maison. Donc pas de privacité. -Personne ne nous a prévenu qu´il y avait un chien. Nous, par contre, avions bien dit que nous y allions avec les notres. Ce fût un problème puisque les notres ne tolèrent pas bien d´autres chiens. -La maison sentait très fort car elle n´avait pas été ventilée et de plus les cendres de la chaudière non nettoyées. Tout le monde sentait le fumé. -pas possible d´utiliser la piscine pendant notre séjour, L´eau était bcp trop sale. -etc etc etc
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019