Light and airy 4 bedroom village house.

Recently renovated, our family friendly house is beautifully light and spacious over 3 storeys in the village of Belesta, surrounded by the glorious hills and mountains of the Ariège. Belesta has everything you need in walking distance from the house; supermarket, patisserie, restaurant and bar, local artisan shops and the weekly market. From our door follow walking routes into the hills behind local ruins or through the woodland to the phenomenon that is Le Fontaine de Fontestorbes. The space There are 4 light and airy bedrooms on the 1st floor, 3 double and 1 twin. Each equipped with ample storage and comforts. The property has two bathrooms with showers. The sizeable open plan Kitchen/diner and living area are on the second floor. The double height ceiling and large doors to the garden flood the room with light. Also in the house are a games room and laundry on the ground floor, and a generous first floor landing with reading nook and tv den for you to plug in your own console. The kitchen doors lead onto the terrace - with space to eat, relax, drink or barbecue. This opens out into a lawned area with palms, figs and vines. Follow the garden around to the secret vine garden where you can quietly enjoy your morning coffee. There are two swimming lakes nearby; Lac Montbel approx 25mins from the house, which in addition to the beautiful scenery also offers various water sports and the other in Puivert which is 15 mins away. Lac de Puivert is a swimming and fishing lake perfect for families, especially those with younger children. Both lakes have 'buvettes' or restaurants. Lac de Puivert has a bustling night food market in the summer months. The historical chateau of Montsegur is only 13km drive. Other activities available in the area include white water rafting, horse riding, cave exploration, adventure parks for teenagers and there are many other opportunities for exploring the area either by bike or on foot. The house is situated in the heart of Cathar country and is easily accessible to the various regions in the Languedoc; such as the famous fortified city of Carcassonne just over an hour’s drive, the vineyards of Limoux and the medieval town of Mirepoix where many delightful restaurants cafes and shops can be found. We are situated approximately one hour’s drive from the Pyrenees and an hour and a half from the Mediterranean coast. Spain and Andorra are also easily accessible. Guest access There are some spaces not open to guests, these are locked and signposted as private. Other things to note Linen and towels are included. Parking for one car is available in a garage adjacent to the house. There is space for a second car along the street or in the town car park. Entry to the house is via key box.