The charm of the house, the view of the mountain range, starry nights, the little 4-legged companions, and of course the home of Helios helped make us had a pleasant stay ... The small 2 years took full advantage too. In short, a peaceful holiday as we like! And Monik, although we have not had the pleasure of meeting, was very welcoming ...

No welcome on arrival, lack of maintenance of the house and small basic facilities (shower screen, dustbin lid, ..)

Monik's house is stuffed with charm and frankly breathtaking view from the small terrace garden. Books, cats, piano, simple equipment and complete nothing to say. We had a great time, hiking, picking blueberries etc ... Special Mention at Helios, friend of Monik who welcomed us with all his malice and his heart.

The fire was burning when we arrived. We were well received despite inconvienences we caused during our visit. We strongly recommend this location. This is ideal for a family. Children can see animals as lama, sheeps, donkey, hens, etc... The accomodation is clean and well converted. We will come back!

Beautiful little cottage, very welcoming and friendly and it is good to settle down a few days. Marianne and her husband are wonderful hosts (gracious, available, friendly, very kind, ...). My little boy was very happy to meet all these animals.

Chez Marianne and Ken, you're home. Home could not be more friendly, always refreshed and ready to help you for any of your little worries. Holiday website very well maintained and tastefully. beautiful setting for small as for large, among the animals, the small stream, surrounded by beautiful and soothing mountains of the Ariege. Thank you to them both for everything ...

Ken and Marianne were well greeted and seated us, they are very nice and discreet, the Tardiou is a beautiful place, very nice, the house is comfortable and functional, warm also with wood paneling and a wood stove, we had a very good stay in this little corner of idyllic nature. Thank you very much !

welcome, everything you need is here!

Just lovely and perfect!

We had a very good experience in the large cottage Marianne and Ken. All have 2 very very welcomed us. The fireplace waiting for us and we had the pleasure to share an aperitif with them. The cottage is great with many amenities. The bed is comfortable. The view from the cottage on the peak of the three lords is very nice. We went to the minimoutons and llamas in the morning. The valley that leads to Biert then Massat then lers pond is beautiful and wild. In winter, with snow, it must pass through to get from side Oust Aulus baths or Guzet. We skied at Guzet which is a pleasant little resort and ended our day at the baths of Aulus. The next day we hiked from lers pond following the trail that joins a Samba Pass or you can see Mount Vallier and a great view of the pyrennées ariegeois. Ken knows other lower walks in the valley. Thank you for this wonderful experience :)

We booked a weekend and couldn't have been happier. Great communication leading up to our stay. Marianne welcomed us in with a brief, friendly tour and then left us to it. Marianne, made a surprise birthday pudding for my partner, which was a lovely gesture. Ken paid us a visit on day one, to check everything was ok. The scenery is stunning, with fabulous walks and mountain passes just minutes away. If you're looking for a rustic Gite but with all mod-cons and nearby village with shops, then you won't be dissapointed. We'll be back!

We stayed at Gite Esmeralda for a week in early July with our 1 year old son. The gite is exactly how the photos show it. The weather was lovely, much cooler than the southern cities but bright and sunny at the same time. The gite is perfect for a one year old as there are games and toys to play with, gardens to explore, and a climbing frame. We were on foot for the week and there was plenty for us to do despite not having a car. Michael gave clear instructions on how to get to the gite using public transport (and a taxi for the last bit), and there is a little shop in the village, with a market in the nearest town which is about 3km away which you reach by a lovely riverside walk for most of the way. The area is very beautiful with lots of walks to explore. We really enjoyed our stay and would love to come again. Thank you.

We had an excellent stay at Maison Esmeralda this summer. Our hosts Mick and Marcia were so accommodating, kind and helpful. Their two lovely children played with our children for hours in the plunge pool. In practical terms, the property is located beside quite a fast road, but once you are inside the gated property you don't really notice it. There is also off-road in the garage parking. The old house is full of charm, with beautiful period features. The floorboards are very creaky! We stayed in both the old house and the gite. The gite is in the prettiest location, overlooking the river. Whilst it is near the main house, it offers a feeling of privacy. It is simply equipped and great value for money - perfect for a family of four. The gardens are pretty and there is a pleasant seating area overlooking the river. There are great walks nearby. Mick was so helpful with directions. Mick was also really helpful when we had problems with our car. To sum up, this is the perfect place for a completely relaxing and tranquil holiday in the gateway to the Pyrenees.

The house is beautifully located by a river. Tastefully decorated mixing antique and contemporary style, it feels really cozy. We loved the garden area with swings where our 4 year old daughter spent a wonderful time. Michael is super helpful and friendly, he can advise of the many treks available in the area and will make you feel at home. Thank you!

Séjour sympathique dans ce gite.

Excellent accueil dans une très belle petite maison au bord de l'eau. Merci à toute la famille pour votre sympathie et encore merci pour l'excellent repas (mmmhhh la soupe pois-menthe :-D). C'est l'endroit parfait pour profiter de belles randonnées dans les Pyrénées.

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We have spend 10 days in the house with our small children, and it is just gorgeous time! The place is very green, very quite, and just perfect for everybody who are looking for peace and conection with nature. Beautoful view and songs of birds, no noise, no cars, no any contamintaion. A lot of space and full mountain to have nice and easy walks with small children. Lee and Suisy were very perfect hosts! Always ready to help and advise, their house is in 100 metrs out of the Gite that they rent, so any problem is fixed in the moment. And very respectful for privacy and the rest of guests. Thank you very much and highly recommended!

It is hard to describe what a perfect place Lee’s house is. I went there with a friend to spend a weekend in the country, and I found myself discovering one of the most peaceful and beautiful places I had ever set foot in. The lodge is comfortable, clean, well decorated and it has an amazing view over the Pyrenees. The owners are kind and caring, and Lee even took the time to draw us a map for a great for hours hike on the mountains – were we discover more of this beautiful region. We will come back as soon as possible!

A gem in a fabulous location. Peaceful, amazing views of mountains, walks from the door, a beautifully designed and refurbished pyrenean barn, all the mod cons but lots of charm too. We will be back. Just in case, yes it is up a windy lane 25mins from the nearest shop and the wifi is a bit iffy so dont bring demanding teenagers. Just come on your own and leave the laptop at home!

beautiful location and comfortable lodging to recover in peace and enjoy nature.

My partner and I have spent three days in this house and we found what we wanted. perfect stay for those seeking tranquility, disconnection and live in the countryside. The house is clean and nothing is missing. You are surrounded by mountains, you wake up with the chirping of birds and if you can madrugadar, you might see a deer !! Lee and Susie are very nice and helpful. When we were working in his garden and greeted us with a big smile. We do not speak much English and no French and made us welcome a practical guide in Spanish house the same afternoon we arrived. We are delighted and very probably return !! Thank you for sharing your way of life :)

Une expérience unique dans les hauteurs du Couserans, dans une grange renovée avec goût et intelligence, au bout de tout et tout près de l'essentiel. Rare lieu pour les amateurs d'authenticité et de nature. Lee et Susie sont d'une grande sympathie et hyper arrangeants. Nous sommes repartis rassasiés des quiétude et esperons revenir très vite !

If you like the mountains and the peace and quiet of a lovely holiday home, go here! A beautiful house, with a strong personal style, many terracces, close to the woods, many hiking trails and close to the village with many (bio) shops. A perfect holiday is waiting for you!!

If you love nature, you are served at Patrick. We enjoyed our week stay. The stone house with very many sun terraces when it's sunny.

Cozy house on the outskirts of a town like Massat interesting. The house has everything you need for a pleasant holiday. The valley where it is located is green and endless possibilities for excursions.

Our holiday in Patrick's cottage was perfect. There is lots to do and see in the surrounding area and stunning mountain scenery. The cottage itself was ideal - comfortable, clean and with every convenience we could have hoped for. Our stay there was wonderful and we'll definitely be back! Thank you Patrick!

Patrick's cottage was absolutely wonderful to stay in. The town of massat is filled with kind people, lovely cafe's and markets, it is also within a very walkable distance. There are many trails right around the cottage or within a short drive. I hope to be back to this place one day soon!

We were lucky to be the first family to stay in this beautiful home. Patrick and our local contact were informative and attentive from the start through our week long stay. The house itself is lovely; incredibly functional, well-kept and solid in a beautiful way, the way a rural mountain home should be. Hiking trails start at the back door. The nearby village (walking distance) provides local goods, and a great central cafe/restaurant. Our group was 3 adults and 2 small kids - we came for sport climbing in nearby crags, gentle hiking with the kids, and spent a lot of time enjoying the big fireplace and making meals in the house. To anyone who wants to spend time being close to amazing nature - I would recommend a stay at Patrick's cottage.

A very good stay in Aleu, in a nice house and very sunny! We enjoyed coffee in the winter sun on the terrace and the fireplace in the evening ....

Welcoming and good vibe host in a pretty little house with charming fireplace in a wonderful natural environment

A wonderful country cottage in a quiet village surrounded by beautiful mountains. There are hiking trails right out of the gate and views to the high, snowy peaks. The house is clean and well arranged for a family. The beds are comfortable and kitchen has all the necessities. There is a wonderful little sitting area out the front door; perfect for an sunset drink or bbq. Anne Marie and her husband were charming hosts. They live just up the lane and were readily available with information as needed. While there is no wifi, we had decent cell signal at all times so could plan our days without a problem. We would happily stay again.

Aleu is a beautiful village. The landscapes are breathtaking. Anne Marie's is a treat. It is filled with objects filled with soul !! Everything has a special value, nothing is there by chance. The facilities are optimas sleeping and cooking. I recommend the entire Airbnb community. Anne Marie is very dear, when you arrive, it looks like you're home in your family.

Loved the place. It's better than the photos. It has a 50s - 60s feel about it, esp. with the beautiful furniture and decor. Really warm, cosy and beautiful. I've stayed at many places, both with AirBnB and others, but this place would rate as one of the best I've ever stayed in. Anne Marie was a gracious hostess, even when we had to leave a message saying that we would arrive later than expected. Strongly recommend the place to anyone.

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What a lovely and peaceful spot for hiking and appreciating the beauty of the Ariege. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit!

Great stay. cozy home in the middle of a magnificent landscape. We will return.

Judith thank you for your welcome in your beautiful room. The view is beautiful and the place is very quiet. A wonderful memory of the bath under the starry sky ... ;-)

Dans un coin tranquille où la simplicité se marie avec le confort, nous vous recommandons vivement cette grande chambre très calme. Dès l'arrivée nous nous sentions à l'aise, car notre hôtesse savait s'occuper de nous sans envahir. Il faut venir sur cette pente de montagne où tout pousse pour se détendre et se ressourcer! In a quiet corner where simplicity meets comfort, we would thoroughly recommend this spacious calm room. We were made at ease from the start as our hostess knew how to look after us without invading our space. You must come to this luxuriant mountainside to relax and regenerate!

Judith us very welcome in this beautiful location. She was present without being intrusive and we felt us very well! The studio is nice and very well decorated, the atmosphere is really soothing. The view of the valley and mountains and just magnifique.Le breakfast was really good with fresh local products. In short, everything came together for a wonderful time. Thank you again!

This eco cottage is beautiful. The view makes you want dy spend his days. C is very quiet and not far Judith also advised us very nice places. Judith was very welcoming and small are dejs o top. I highly recommend.

What a wonderful place to relax, reconnect and admire Nature ! the view is incredible, the room is spacieux & cosy, the outdoor kitchen has the charm of authenticity and Judith is a kind and fascinating person really interested in sharing and welcoming. This place brings you a deep sensation of serenity and simplicity, a good energy to explore the wonderful scenry nearby or just breath the fresh air and feel the essence Life.

The location is superb, both the chalet, built mainly of wood, and the view of some of the Ariege Pyrenees. A variety of walks are possible in the area. Judith knows a warm welcome to its guests and showed great generosity. A place particularly suitable for those who wish to escape a little from the city bustle.

Judith is a most welcoming host! She made us feel very much at home and gave excellent advice on the area and such. The house is situated in the most beautiful spot and the views are spectacular. We really enjoyed our stay and would love to come back.

Judith looked after us really well, and I recommend this place to anyone who is looking to escape to somewhere beautiful. The eco house is a nice place to read and escape the heat, and there are loads of walks with amazing views and lakes only a short drive away. We felt really looked after by Judith: she had great advice about the area and made a tasty breakfast.

Andrea and Paul were the nicest guests ! They made us feel at home and their lovely house sure felt like it. Everything was perfect from start to finish, and we sure hope to come back !

The house is very cozy, and you will find everything you may need to cook. The host let us a basket with fruits, peanuts, cookies and chocolates that we really appreciate. The mountain views are really fabulous, great place for relax and enjoy the nature sorrounding. Andrea and Paul are very friendly and nice, and will make you feel at home. Very attentive. We wish to go back soon !

Andrea and Paul are welcoming, friendly and fun hosts, they are present in all discretion. Their cottage is charming and has everything you need, with nice touches (fruit basket in the kitchen, jug of water in the room). The garden is beautiful and makes them magical places. Perfect to relax and cut the hassles of everyday life. We highly recommend it.

Le gite Tapovan, son environnement et ses hôtes sont tout aussi remarquables les uns que les autres, nous ne pouvons que recommander cette destination. En deux mots: exceptionnellement charmant!

The house is very nice and cozy. It has everything you need, as if you were in your own home. The area is very quiet. Highly recommended to switch off and relax.

This accommodation is perfect for anyone looking to spend a quiet time in nature! It is simple but functional and tastefully decorated. We were able to walk, to grill meat over a wood fire, watch a DVD family by the fireplace and eat outside in the sun! The host is attentive and available, even if it is not present. We will surely be back again!

Small house in the hamlet al input the Port. Caution has nothing to do or see but massat the port is 3 km with a nice easy way to reach the village on foot. (massat prefer if you prefer to be close to small shops), however, you are a little closer to hiking tours that start after the lers pond. The walks and hikes in the area are diverse for all levels (from walker sport) and always in a beautiful setting. The house is small, even for a couple, but narrower beyond (we were 4 at short notice and it is true that more space would have been better) Sébastien was a friendly host and available in case of questions. The house makes up for its small size by all the little things that we find: chimney and well nice barbecue, outdoor table, deck chairs (although it ny has no real garden space, or rather outside corner), basic products kitchen, washing machine and dishwasher, bath towels and linens, a beautiful collection of CDs and DVDs for feignasser in the large and comfortable sofa after hiking.

Very nice little house, really quiet and nature! Happy stay ... despite the rain!

We had a pleasant stay Sebastian. The area is wonderful, perfect for hiking with beautiful views and for lovers of cycling. Sébastien has been listening and communication went well. However the house is a bit small for a family of 4, and is better suited to accommodate max. 1 couple with 1 child. The outside, though beautiful, is not very suitable for small Pitchouns, we must therefore keep an eye!

The house is located in an amazing place, sooo beautiful. It is a sweet and very cosy house, the experience was wonderful. Thank you!!!

Very nice little house, very well maintained, everything is done in order to (EMAIL HIDDEN)fort, warmth, availability of everything. CD library and DVD library: very eclectic. Fireplace and wood available. The surroundings are beautiful: the Couseran the region Massat. Our 4 year old daughter and we are very pleased with this ariègeoise break 3 days. Thank you Sebastian.

The house is beautiful and very well stocked. There's a lovely fireplace and a good kitchen, it's very comfortable. I would note that the house sleeps 4 only if one sleeps on the couch- one of the upstairs beds isn't quite big enough for 2. Otherwise, everything is lovely!

Thank you to Isabelle for his warm welcome and for allowing us to spend a week in her beautiful home decorated with taste! Little haven hidden in the mountains, the view is very nice and quiet is waiting for you :) Thanks again!

beautiful house, seen exceptional. We spend a wonderful week with family. Isabelle us very welcome. The warm and functional home. This is an address that we will keep. Thank you to Isabelle.

house very nice, rustic and comfortable, quiet. Isabelle was very welcome

Great mountain home, Isabelle could not accommodate us but his girlfriend Astrid-neighbor was there. We went there for rest and ballads, not disappointed.

We felt immediately at home in this beautiful mountainside home, so much so that we have a little trouble in moving to explore the surroundings. The house is very nice, functional and well equipped. We did not miss anything and it is large enough to not feel cramped with 10 people ... The setting is beautiful with a lovely south facing views over the mountains and valley. Kudos for the room with bay window, which allows to contemplate the sunrise over the mountains without moving from his bed In short, a superb location

no washing machine and dryer -Linen, no device to dry slide into the nettles wonderful views and spacious house

For a family seeking calm and tranquility, this is absolutely perfect !! Planted in the middle of nowhere but especially in the middle of nature spot is superb. Very nice and clean house !! The sun was also the rendezvous, owners and Ginette lady who welcomed us, lovely. This is an address that I will keep :)

Housing equipped with taste in a place that will delight nature lovers. Hikes to reach not stay by the fire, relaxing and revitalizing. Hosts the fullest sense, anxious to offer the best. In short, we come back and we will return. A stay happy.

Tom and his family welcomed us with mulled wine, an attention which delighted us. What can I say about this house that has not been said? We liked this pearl in the majestic Pyrenees we stayed one more night there, and then another ... and we dropped our tour plans! We left the big red heart, but filled with the ariégeoise beauty, with a special place for Ginette, our lovely and generous neighbor ... Do not miss to go to the wine shop and pliers Monnereau Saint-Girons: Christian and Christophe offer you wonderful wines to accompany your meals concocted with delicious local produce.

Calm and beauty ... respect

Suay and Tom thank you for this nice little cocoon nestled in the mountains! Everything was perfect until the wee very popular attention. We will return in the summer. Enjoy!

Tom & Suay were amazing hosts. Extremely friendly, easy going and very helpful. They have done an incredible job on renovating this gite and the views are simply stunning. There was ample wood provided for the gorgeous log burners and Tom gave us some great recommendations for mountain hikes which we loved exploring. We also, we got engaged here so the gite is even more special to us.

My wife and I truly enjoyed our 5 nights in the beautiful Coucou Gite. The house itself is very comfortable, well-equipped, and decorated with taste; very cozy and charming. Tom & Suay had the wood stoves burning, welcome beers & wine ready, and the Christmas tree lighted when we arrived, so we felt at home right away. The large veranda was perfect to sit in the Sun, even in December, and read a book or just enjoy the view & the birds. Besides relaxing, we came for walking so it was a nice touch to find various hiking maps prepared with colour-coded stickers to link hike descriptions to the detailed maps. The location is very secluded but with friendly neighbours offering advice for walks and even eggs for pancakes :-). Finally, the WiFi quality is good; watching Netflix was no problem at all. We definitely recommend the Coucou gite.

Its a paradise on the earth. 24 h You have sounds of forest and birds, stars at night like black vale with diamonds . Next door lady selling cheese and sheep are crossing paths every day. In the house You will find everything what You need id mountains. Fireplace , maps, films, books, board games, warm blankets . If You looking for silence and tranquillity , its THE place !

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We spent a wonderful few days at Le Tardiou. A lovely cottage with beautiful views, fantastic hosts and animal menagerie. Our city kids (6yrs & 3 yrs) were a little reticent at first but were little Dr Doolittles in no time. Thanks to Marianne, Ken, Lucky, the chickens, the geese, the ducks, the cats and the llamas for making us so welcome.

The lodging of Marianne and Ken is ideal for a family holiday: all necessary equipment, space to play, mountain views, loving animals ... and nice and helpful hosts! What more ... Enjoy!

We stayed in the big gate for almost a week during Apr 2017. Family reunion with 5 adults + 3 kids (ages 3, 6, and 11). We had a great time. Property was as described, with everything we needed and more... Marianne kindly left us essentials for our first and and had great details during our stay (i.e. easter eggs for the kids). Marianna and Ken always responded to every need we had to make our stay great. Scenery is amazing and allowed the adults to relax by being in contact with nature, while the kids LOVE the animals in the place. We would definitively recommend this place!

Very nice welcome at Tardive by Marianne and Ken. Small bouquet of flowers and chocolates on the table, wine and orange juice prepared for guests. Accommodation in line with our expectation. Seen over the valley, the river, the mountains still snow in April. To the many animals are as welcoming as the owners. ideal place to discover nature to children.

Marianne thank you for a great time!

A short but very relaxing stay. A soothing view of the mountains from the small balcony of the first floor where you can relax and take meals. Beautiful moments of conviviality with Marianne and Ken. Thank you !

very pleasant fireside in this beautiful authentic and charming house, beautiful surroundings also.

Bienvenido Marianne. La casa se encuentra en 2 plantas y cómoda. La quema de madera bien calentador estufa. Tuvimos acceso a la mesa fuera compartido con nuestros clientes. Los animales son una distracción para los niños.

Very welcome Sylvie. The cottage was very clean and coorespondés pictures. Sylvie thank you for the stay

Very pleasant stay Stunning views A warm environment In short I highly recommend

Petit perfect weekend in this cottage. It is a place that really helps rejuvenate and I think I would come back very quickly. Housing is consistent with the description and Sylvie received us with great kindness and is very accomodating. I recommend eyes closed this little haven of paix.Encore thank you!

A great time, with great views. nice and quiet cottage, ideal for complete separation. The kids really love. And Sylvie are very welcoming. To rebuilt quickly.

Very pleasant stay

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A great house, nice and comfortable, I recommend without hesitation.