Comfortable, well equipped rural escape. Large covered terrace, pretty garden. – Home 480662 Gite
- 1 bedroom
- 2 sleeps
- min stay varies
Comfortable, well equipped rural escape. Large covered terrace, pretty garden. – Home 480662
- Gite
- 1 bedroom
- sleeps 2
- min stay varies
Key Info
- Not suitable for children
- Car essential
- Air conditioning
- No pets allowed
Description from owner
Description
If you are looking for a special rural escape in la France profonde, Le Laurier is the perfect location. Set in the heart of the Diege valley in the Midi Pyrenees region of south west France surrounded by farms, rivers and dense woodland, an area ideal for walking, bird-watching and star-gazing. The converted 19th century stone barn is located across the courtyard from the main house and has been thoughtfully furnished to provide maximum comfort for two guests. On the first floor, a large sitting room with deep sofas, an extensive library of books, DVDs and CDs. The mezzanine bedroom has a king sized bed with 100% cotton bedlinen, an air conditioning unit and plenty of cupboard space. On the ground floor there is a shower room and toilet, and a cool airy kitchen/diner which leads to a flower-filled courtyard. The secluded breakfast area catches the morning sun, and the wisteria-draped terrace is ideal for shady lazing. The mature garden is full of secret places to sit and relax with sun loungers and a garden shower. Guests are invited to help themselves to produce from the organic potager and tiny orchard. After a day of discovery - there are many medieval towns and villages, vineyards, markets and a stunning river-laced valley to explore - Le Laurier is the ideal place for relaxing. There are bars and restaurants within a 15 minute drive. If you are looking for something special you will find it here.
Le Laurier is a no smoking property.
Broadcast television is not available.
Electric cars can be charged on site from a domestic source. Guests to provide their own charging cables. Charging costs can be paid at the end of the stay in cash.
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Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
Beds in other rooms: Sofa beds - 1 Shower
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Air conditioning
- Grill
- Patio
- Balcony or terrace
- Bicycles available
- Deck
- Internet access
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Iron
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Secure parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 11:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
- This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
- 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 8 weeks before check-in.
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25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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4 weeks before |
No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
About the owner
Kathryn W.
- Calendar last updated:
- 01 May 2024
- Years listed:
- 14
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English, French
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 13 reviews
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“Fabulous holiday retreat!”
It would be hard to better the reviews of the previous guests and we agree with everything they have written about Le Laurier and it’s wonderful hosts, Kathryn and John and their two delightful … More
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Response from the owner Many, many thanks for such a kind review. We are delighted you enjoyed your time with us again, it's always a pleasure to see you and we very much hope to welcome you back to your 'home away' in 2020. With our very best wishes, Kathryn and John
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“Absolutely Fabulous!”
We wanted for nothing - every detail had been thought of and provided, even a welcome meal on arrival and provisions in the fridge, second to none. Masses of space inside and out for our sole use, tranquil rural setting. Discreet but friendly, attentive hosts plus 2 loveable 4 legged friends! The perfect getaway!
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Response from the owner Thank you Janine and Neil, for such a stunning review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure to meet you and we hope to see you again. Kathryn and John
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“A little piece of paradise”
Absolutely superb! We cannot say anything else. Kathryn and John have created a most beautiful place to stay and relax in the heart of the French countryside that for two weeks gave us a perfect home … More
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Response from the owner Thank you both for your outstanding review. John and I are thrilled that you enjoyed your holiday with us. It was a real pleasure meeting you and I very much hope that we will see you again. With fondest regards, Kathryn and John
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“Wonderful idyl nestled in French countyside”
We had the absolute joy of being able to escape to Le Laurier for a getaway at Easter. It was our third visit to this fabulous gite and it won't be our last, we simply adore this gorgeous, … More
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Response from the owner Thank you so much, Alice, for this outstanding review. We are delighted that you enjoy spending time here, and we very much enjoy your company. Thank you for being the perfect guests. A bientot, Kathryn & John
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“A Gem”
A five star rating sells this gite short, I should like to be able to rate it a 'six'. Spotlessly clean, very comfortable and well appointed inside, complimented by a beautiful and private g… More
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Response from the owner Many thanks for taking the time to review us, and so kindly. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay with us and we very much hope that we will have the pleasure of welcoming you back. Best wishes, Kathryn and John
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“Wonderful vacation home”
This was one of our most favorite vrbos. We have stayed in many vacation rentals in france and this one is on the top of our list. The owners were just great and couldn't do enough for us. Ka… More
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Response from the owner Thank you so much for your lovely review. We very much enjoyed meeting you, and hope we will have the pleasure of seeing you here again. Kathryn and John
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“Everything we wished for.”
Fantastic location for touring the region. Villages, markets and beautiful scenery. Historic sights and great food. House was spotless and owners could not of been more helpful. Second visit here an… More
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Response from the owner Thank you Sally for your lovely review. We were very flattered that you came for a second visit, and hope to see you for a third! You were perfect guests! Kathryn and John
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“Peace and beautiful countryside”
John and Kathryn made this holiday one of the best we have had ,their warm welcome and the wonderful location could not be bettered. Accomodation very comfortable- spotless and had everything we could… More
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Response from the owner Thank you both for your kind review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your time here, we certainly enjoyed your company and hope to see you again. Kathryn and John
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“Unimaginable beauty and peace in France Profonde.”
There are still places in this world barely touched by mass culture. It is hard to describe these places -- better to be experienced and felt. Do you remember that moment, so long ago, that summer da… More
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Response from the owner Thank you both so much for your very touching review. We're delighted that you enjoyed your stay at Le Laurier, we very much enjoyed meeting you and we sincerely hope to see you here again. Kathryn and John
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“A wonderful, relaxing, beautiful, tranquil holiday due to fabulous hosts and a fabulous 19th century barn”
Le Laurier is a truly wonderful and best kept secret (so it will always be available when we need to go!) of Holiday Lettings. Set in a beautiful part of the French countryside it will be difficult t… More
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Response from the owner Thank you both for your lovely review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed being here, we certainly enjoyed your company. You were wonderful guests and we very much look forward to seeing you again next year. Until then, Kathryn and John
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Kathryn (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 Kathryn (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 Kathryn 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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- 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 Kathryn (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. Kathryn (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 Kathryn (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.
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- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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- 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 Kathryn (the owner) a message.
If Kathryn (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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