Exceptional panoramic views - Mountain farmhouse

Sauto nestles into a south-facing mountainside, and at 1600m has spectacular south facing views of the mountain chain marking the Spanish boarder. Superb walking: 3 marked trails directly from the holiday home to the flower meadows and terraces surrounding the village. The space 4* farmhouse accommodation classed 'Gîtes de Charme, WWF': Renovation of this holiday home entirely conceived and accomplished by Helen's husband (an artisan joiner and former wooden boat builder). Retains most of the period 18th century features. Intimate and essentially rustic in style (original beams, stone, and stripped pine), with elegant contempory touches. Enjoy the comfort of a large 160 x 200cm double bed and views to the mountain peaks. Continuous hot water supplemented by solar panels. Electric heaters throughout, and an enamelled wood fired stove Covered period balcony with panoramic mountain views. Picnic table and built-in barbecue, The little garden house on the second terrace and private granite built-in BBQ is lit by a built in solar panel Private parking on the terrace for one car. Parking for second car in the village close by Free Wi-Fi. Excellent base for lakes, grottoes, gorges, abbeys, Cathar castles, market town of Puigcedrda......... Also: Famous “Little Yellow Train” which descends the mountain to medieval Villefranche and the vaste underground caves of the Grandes Canellettes Local indoor swimming and 3 thermal indoor and outdoor spas. Vauban citadel Mont-Louis classed UNESCO. Guest access Private terrace with built in granite barbecue. Garden on lower terrace shared with second holiday home Other things to note Bookings from Saturday to Saturday. Inclusive: - Wifi Fiber optique - TV connected HDMI & USB - Lecteur DVD, DVD - Normal consumption of electricity. Supplement over 40€ - Fire wood House preheated before arrival - Sheets & towels inclusive. Beds made up for your arrival - Baby equipment: Fold up cot, highchair, baby bath - 2 Cafetières: 1 filter, 1 type Senséo Optional Services: - End of stay cleaning service 70€ - Extra bath towel for swimming pool use or thermal spas Divers: - Pets not allowed - Non-smoking cottage (except balconies and terraces) - No disabled access Several steps. Cottage and terraces equipped with handrails, barriers and fences, but may present difficulties for people with reduced mobility. Young children are under the responsibility of their parents Registration Details 66G119202