Country farmhouse with pool and summer kitchen, Sleeps 13+ – Home 205771 Farmhouse
- 5 bedrooms
- 14 sleeps
- 7 nights min stay
Country farmhouse with pool and summer kitchen, Sleeps 13+ – Home 205771
- Farmhouse
- 5 bedrooms
- sleeps 14
- 7 nights min stay
Key Info
- Nearest beach 150 mi
- Swimming pool
- Child Friendly
- Car essential
- Pet Friendly
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
Au Balenti is an extremely spacious country Farmhouse with private grounds and pool. Perfect for large families and friends to holiday together or to celebrate a birthday or anniversary. Set within several acres of gardens surrounded by the owners fields, yet situated within a peaceful rural village setting.
Antique furniture, inglenook fireplaces and floor to ceiling wine barrels (unfortunately empty) are just part of what makes Au Balenti that little bit special.
Enter the house through the double front doorway into a wide hallway. Immediate left leads into the large sunny yellow Breakfast room where there is a sofa & armchairs by the large inglenook fireplace. Table & chairs to sit 8+ Opposite the kitchen is the living room with Sofas, Sky TV, coffee tables & fireplace. Straight ahead at the end of the hallway is the wide winding oak staircase leading to the first floor. The games room is found to the right of the stairs with Table tennis & Darts. On the left is the Billiard room with table & large inglenook fireplace. There is also a downstairs WC just off this room.
Leading on from the Billiard room through the open archway straight into the Bar with the two huge wine barrels (unfortunately empty) Bar, stools and Arabic cushions lends this area to be perfect for either having a drink between shots or having a shot of your own. The door from the bar leads through to the fully fitted kitchen & the utility room is just to the right. The doorway from the kitchen leads back into the breakfast room completing the downstairs loop.
FIRST FLOOR. Has 5 bedrooms & Living room/Snug.
Top of the stairs, again a long hallway of beautiful polished floorboards with a large window at the end looking over the courtyard. Starting at this end, is the Green room with Kingsize bed, built in wardrobe dressing table & ensuite bathroom with shower toilet & washbasin. Directly opposite the Green room is the Blue room again with a kingsize bed, built in wardrobe, chest of drawers & dressing table. Again ensuite bathroom with shower, toilet & washbasin. Both of these rooms have beautiful views of the gardens & swimming pool area.
Down the hallway towards the stairs on the right is the 'Petit Chapeaux' which derives its name from the many antique children's hats displayed on the wall. This light airy room has two original Victorian Iron bedsteads. One double & one 3/4 size bed, wardrobe & dressing table. Ensuite bathroom with shower, toilet & washbasin.
Directly opposite is the family room with two double beds, wardrobe, additional hanging rail and chest of drawers. The adjoining ‘Jack and Jill’ style ensuite comes with shower, large bath, toilet and washbasin. This bathroom is shared by a connecting door to the Kids bedroom which is a delightful room with brightly coloured wall images, two single beds, two chest of drawers, hanging rail, various books and toys. From this bedroom leads into the kids playroom/living room/Snug where there are sofas, rugs coffee table, TV/Video/DVD, desk printer and stereo. There are baskets of toys and games in the wooden trunk and a large selection of videos in the Futon drawer. Finally, a second flight of stairs takes you back down into the kitchen.
Now for a glass of wine!!!
The property and area caters for all ages and lends itself perfectly for a relaxing holiday, especially now with the established 5* village Restaurant & Bar selling fresh daily bread, organic food, fine wine and produce from local producers - there is no need to go anywhere else....
Set within several acres of farmland the garden is well tended with Orchard, children's play area & a large natural fish pond.
The 10m x 5m pool has a magnificent view of the Pyrenees & the surrounding valley. The pool has been designed with children in mind, equipped with an alarm system, in accordance with French regulations. The 6ft wide steps lead down into water of approx 2ft depth, where there is a 16ft long submerged bench, 1ft underwater. (ideal for young children - or a drink) The depth gradually deepens to a max of 6ft in the middle to then shallow out to 4ft at the opposite end. The Pool House lends itself as an idyllic place to relax & have your meals, take some shade in between refreshing dips or to just unwind & watch the sunset while sipping on a glass of the locally produced wine.
It is equipped with a fully fitted summer kitchen, Plancha, fridge, changing room, shower & toilet.
There are various activities around the property to include Boulle/petanque, Badminton and table football. Bicycles are also available should you feel like exploring the surrounding countryside.
Also available, a charming rustic one bedroon Gite, tastefully restored with every attention to detail retaining the original stone walls and exposed beams, adjoining the main property available to rent at an additional cost. (Note, the property is private for guests sole use. (we do not rent the Gite to other parties when the main house is occupied).
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- Pets welcome
- Crib
- High chair
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 Full beds
Bedroom 4: 2 Full beds
Bedroom 5: 2 Twin beds
Beds in other rooms: - 1 Full bath, 1 Half bath, 4 Attached (ensuites)
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Private outdoor pool (unheated)
- Mountain Views
- Private garden
- Climbing frame
- Swing set or jungle gym
- Grill
- Patio
- Bicycles available
- Internet access
- Central heating
- Fireplace
- Safe
- Table tennis
- Pool or snooker table
- Games room
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron
- High chair
- TV
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Getting around
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
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This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: ($764.17) £600.00 - Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.
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House rules
One well behaved dog is welcome at an additional £25 for a week or more to cover extra cleaning costs. Pets must not sleep on the furniture and remain in the downstairs of the property. NO DOGS ALLOWED IN THE SWIMMING POOL as their claws may puncture the pool liner!
About the owner
Sally K.
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Calendar last updated:
- 18 Mar 2024
- Years listed:
- 17
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English
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Reviews
– based on 12 reviews
Excellent
12 reviews
- Excellent
- 11
- Very Good
- 1
- Average
- 0
- Poor
- 0
- Terrible
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“Amazing!”
Honestly one of the best places I've ever stayed! Such an incredible location and the scenery is to die for. The house it's self is so nice inside and out, very unique and beautiful. I would… More
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“Stunning home, perfect for a relaxing getaway”
Had an amazing time staying in this beautiful old french style holiday home. Outside grounds are stunning and well landscaped with a huge pool and pool area with outdoor kitchen and dining area. My friends and I were looking for a relaxing holiday and this peaceful french farm house provided the perfect escape. Would 100% visit again and definitely recommend to everyone.
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“Perfect family holiday venue”
This was our third visit to ‘Au Ballenti’ - we do like it here. The weather wasn’t quite as kind as the previous two visits, but on the one stormy day the house was big enough for all of us to play pool, snooker, darts etc whilst waiting for the sun to shine again. The rest of the time we either lazed by the wonderful pool or visited wine festivals and Armagnac tastings. The new owners at the restaurant round the corner were welcoming and provided special meals for the children (the official menu was amazing too). As we left our 8 year old granddaughter asked if her cousins would be coming next time we stay - says it all!
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Response from the owner Thanks very much for your review Graham and I hope very much that you, your Granddaughter and her cousins come back to Au Balenti for a 4th visit!
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“Holiday heaven!”
This was our second visit to au ballenti. The first time we came as a couple on a motorbike and stayed in the one bed gite, this time we brought the whole family and a few friends. Even with 10 adults and 6 children it was never crowded. The house was even better than we remembered. The garden and pool were so good that the children didn't want to go out at all. We were there during the fete du vin at Madiran which was a great day out (and resulted in fairly full car boots for the return!). Everyone agreed it was a brilliant holiday - the only question was - whose organising the next trip!
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Response from the owner Graham, Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a nice review! It was a pleasure to welcome you back as guests. Hope the rest of your trip home went well and kindest regards, Sally
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“Simply Perfect”
This is an absolute gem of a house, located in very pretty and peaceful village, it is far away from the main tourist destinations. There is no need to travel far for entertainment, the house is very… More
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Response from the owner Thank you very much for your review.
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“Perfect”
This is our second visit to this beautiful house, we stayed here for two weeks in June 2014 and back again for a week in July 2016 with a big group of friends. The house has been sympathetically res… More
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Response from the owner Thank you for your review, it's always lovely to welcome back returning guests.
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“Wonderful holiday home”
4 different families and one papa had a great holiday at Au Balenti. There was never a shortage of things to do whether the weather was good or bad and inside or out. The 8 year old girls loved cyclin… More
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Response from the owner Really pleased to hear that you had a good time and enjoyed the local restaurant/Bar in the village as we always do!
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“Wonderful location and facilities”
We had a wonderful week here with extended family (children 6 and 8 and 2 grandparents). There was plenty of space indoors and out and we initially were going to have been joined by 2 other grandparen… More
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“Superb”
A lovely house and grounds making it an ideal holiday location. Peaceful with wonderful views and all in our party thoroughly enjoyed themselves. The house is comfortable and the owner has obviously g… More
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Response from the owner Really pleased you enjoyed your holiday and hope to welcome you back soon.
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“What a Discovery!!”
The setting is superb and the surrounding area beautiful that has much to recommend. The facilities and house were very well equipped, we found it clean and the beds comfortable. Really ap… More
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FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Sally (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Sally (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Sally the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Sally (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Sally (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Sally (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
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- How do I know my booking is safe?
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- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Sally (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Sally (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Sally (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Sally (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Sally (the owner) a message.
If Sally (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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