Gîte des Milans

Bor et Bar, Aveyron
Self-catering
+33(0)6 40 28 91 43
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Per night
€300
Per week
€1500 - €2500

7 beds

Bedroom

4 bedrooms

Sleeps

Sleeps 10

Children welcome
Babies welcome

Glorious airy living space in this superbly restored barn, a terrace with long views and a pool across the garden - bikes to borrow too

Per night
€300
Per week
€1500 - €2500

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€300 per night

€1500 - €2500 per week

The Experience

In the rolling green hills of the Aveyron, the Pitkins’ renovation of their barn is impressively innovative: original beams and exposed stone walls remain intact while light floods in through modern Velux windows, the staircase is constructed of wood and glass, and there are cut stone floors throughout. You’ll love the roomy communal living space with its arched beams, plenty of seating, a music system, UK TV and internet. The kitchen design is clever too – a happy mix of old and new with much upcycled from the old barn and plenty of kit for a foodie group. Big, clean-lined downstairs bedrooms are light and airy with great views; bathrooms are large and swish. Outside living centres on the terrace off the dining area with another long view and seductive swimming pool beyond. There are bikes to pedal off on, good local walks, plenty of Viaur river swimming spots, fine hilltop villages, like Cordes and Najac, to explore and advice on hand for anything else you may want to do – owners Richard and Anna are in the farmhouse next door.

Essentials

  • EV charger
  • Self check-in
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub
  • Garden
  • Open fire / woodburner
  • Breakfast included
  • Breakfast available
  • Meals available
  • Vegetarian meals
  • Oven
  • Parking on premises
  • Free parking nearby
  • Accessible by public transport
  • WiFi
  • Television
  • Central heating
  • Limited mobility
  • Wheelchair access
  • Mobile reception
  • Hob
  • Barbecue
  • Paid parking nearby
  • Air conditioning
  • Relaxation areas
  • Washing machine
  • Tennis court
  • Microwave oven
  • No smoking
  • Credit cards
  • Working farm
  • Owner has pets
  • Electricity included
  • Dishwasher
  • Pets welcome

Family friendly

  • Baby monitor
  • Books and toys
  • Children welcome
  • Babies welcome
  • Stair gates
  • High chair
  • Fire guard
  • Cot available

Nearby

  • Pub/bar within 3 miles
  • Restaurant within 3 miles
  • Shop within 3 miles

Activities

  • Bikes available
  • Food courses
  • Kayaking
  • Other courses
  • Sailing
  • Surfing
  • Wild swimming

Pricing

Nightly price
€300
Weekly price
from €1500
Surcharges
Reduced rates for smaller groups
1 House for 10
€3007 beds4 bedrooms

Information

Booking information

Check in
From 5pm
Check out
10am
Other details
Minimum stay: 3 nights. 7 nights in high season. Short breaks available. Please get in touch for smaller parties, mid/low season.
Closed
Never.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Meals
Restaurants 5-minute drive.

Reviews

Iain, London

Gite des Milans was perfect for our long awaited holiday with 3 generations and a 70th. The accommodation is outstanding - it's very tastefully decorated and extremely spacious. We enjoyed fabulous the dining terrace with dramatic sunsets and watched roe deer and foxes hunting in the meadows below the house. The little (and adult) children loved the pool! Richard and Anna were the most friendly and accommodating owners with endless suggestions, I very much enjoyed the Via Ferrata. The nearby river is beautiful & great for swimming and we enjoyed exploring the many local hill towns. Thank you!


Harriet, Kent

This place is heavenly! We stayed for two weeks with our two small children and various visiting friends. Richard and Anna were so accommodating - when our flight was delayed they made sure we had provisions on arrival and there also seemed to be an endless supply of toys and books for the children. The gite is really well equipped and beautifully arranged. There is a lovely swimming pool and garden with lots of interesting plants. The views are completely stunning - it would be hard not to relax here!


Thijmen, Breda

we stayed with our baby for one week. What a place! Clean, comfy and the best view ever from the terrace. The livingroom is huge with lots of athmosphere. The bedroom are big and very nice. Good and clean bathrooms. Also with a view. Sitting on the terrace and see the sun set with a glas of local wine... couldnt be better. Even the swimmingpool has a magnificent view. Richard and Anna are one of the best hosts you can imagine. We got lots of Figs from them and were always very helpfull. I am a cyclist. And the region is perfect for good cycling! Really impressive hills! For us: 10 out of 10!


Gwynneth, London

After many years of renting houses in France, we think we've found the perfect holiday rental. Though the pictures on the website are great, they simply don't do justice to this beautiful place. Wide views across the countryside with perfect sunsets; a sunny private terrace that even works when it rains; large comfortable bedrooms and well-designed bathrooms; a fabulous open-plan, spacious kitchen/diner/sitting-room and to top it all, a lovely pool perfect for cooling off. The owners, Richard and Anna, could not have been more helpful and kind. We were very sad to leave this special place.


Catherine, London

We had a wonderful two weeks at Gîte des Milans in July - joined by grandparents in our second week. It’s a truly beautiful house on a ridge above rolling hills, with glorious views from the bedrooms, kitchen and terrace, and such a sense of tranquillity and greenness all around. Brilliant river swimming spots very nearby as well as food markets and castles to explore. Our children (aged 3 & 5) adored the swimming pool, bunk beds, the wonderful spaces to play outside (with a swing, climbing frame and sandpit too). A really special place to stay for the whole family.


Location

The neighbourhood

Local points of interest from Richard Pitkin

  • For the wine enthusiast, the house is well situated. Only 30 mins from Gaillac region and just over an hour to Cahors(the "original" Malbec). Vineyard tours and degustations abound, with recommendations available.
  • The birdwatcher, whether serious birder or interested enthusiast will have plenty to enjoy. Either from the terrace, looking down on the soaring swallows and birds of prey, or from the migration viewing station 5 mins away. Kites, Hoopoe, Oriole and more.
  • Only 5 minutes away, guests looking for a challenge can try out the Via Ferrata. A cabled climbing route in the Viaur valley, which finishes with a spectacular zip wire high up above the river. Or take a trip to Najac and kayak+picnic on the Aveyron river
  • Extensive walking right from the house. Walk down into the beautiful valley of the Viaur river on well marked footpaths, and maybe take a swim when you get there. Look out for Kingfishers, Dippers and Herons.
  • Only a few minutes drive, there are 2 restaurants popular with locals and visitors alike. La Chataigneraie sits next to the river, and serves generous crepes to the background of live jazz. Le Relais is open all year, and is a good value quality restaurant
  • With loads of local markets to choose from on most days of the week, why not try the night market in Najac? Bring your own cutlery, and choose your dinner from the stalls of local producers. Sit at long tables in a convivial atmosphere with live music.