Situated in a beautiful secluded place overlooking the valley. Tom chooses to live in harmony with nature and this is reflected in everything around the property. We had a very relaxing stay and look forward to returning to stay for longer.
We had an amazing peaceful breakaway on our return trip from Spain. The views were outstanding. Tom was a great host, and the kids enjoyed sitting around the fire listening to him play his guitar and eating smores. The house had a rustic, homely charm, with everything we needed. The kids especially loved Moses the dog and Lisa the cat. We would definitely love to return, maybe on a 'working holiday' to support Tom in his vision.
This is a beautiful setting in the mountains, with a long one lane (and daunting) winding road as an access. There were two donkeys in the back yard, pigs and goats at the end of the driveway, mountain views everywhere, quietness, and night skies filled with stars. In the evening cool, we could light the fireplace with wood and kindling that was provided. The gite is well provided. Tom was considerate and concerned. The surrounding towns were interesting. Foix and Montsegur are near. We had a wonderful and very memorable time.
Wir haben eine wunderschöne Woche in Toms Ferienhaus in der Ariege verbracht. Das Haus liegt mitten in der Natur auf einem Berg. Idylle pur. Die Ferienwohnung ist sehr gerĂ€umig und es fehlt an Nichts. Die Betten sind sehr bequem. Die KĂŒche ist groĂ und vollstĂ€ndig ausgestattet. Der groĂe Gasherd lĂ€sst auch gröĂere Kochevents zu.
Tom ist ein wunderbarer und aufmerksamer Gastgeber. In bleibender Erinnerung wird uns der letzte Abend am Lagerfeuer bleiben.
Insgesamt volle Empfehlung. Wir kommen gerne wieder.
We booked Tom's place as a quiet retreat for our family (2 adults, 3 teenagers). It was a wonderful stay. The winding road takes you up the mountainside to this quiet home with views in both directions. We stayed in the spring (late March) when the grass was green but the leaves were not yet on the trees. The weather was pleasant, and the homes unique fireplace kept us warm on the crisp evenings. The place was perfect for our family, with one bedroom for the parents and another for the teens. The teens even had a separate fireplace that we used on two of evenings. The hot shower was very refreshing, and we utilized the jacuzzi tub on one occasion. The kitchen was well stocked with all the needed cookware for us to cook dinner there for one of the evenings, and we had a lovely dinner in Saint-Girons (25 min) for another evening. We enjoyed day trips to Foix, Grotte du Mas d-Azil, Alus-les-Bains and especially enjoyed the local markets on Friday and Saturday mornings. Tom was a very kind host who did everything he could to make our stay comfortable. If you're looking for luxury accommodations in the hustle and bustle of the city, this is not the place for you. But if you want a rustic, charming, comfortable and affordable place away from it all, yet within driving distance of the local sites, we recommend Gite Bruychous.
The three of us had a great stay at Tom's place. Situated on a mountain, the gĂźte is perfect to wind down and enjoy beautiful AriĂšge. Hunker down around a cozy fire or enjoy your dinner watching the sun set. Explore the natural surroundings, visit towns and check out markets with great local produce. Tom himself is a perfect host who strikes a great balance between privacy, sociability and attentiveness. An extra perk for us were Mozes and Lisa (dog and cat). Hopefully we will have the opportunity to return. Highly recommended.
Wir haben 14 Tage in dem sehr athmosphĂ€rischen Haus verbracht. Jeden Tag gab es Neues zu entdecken.Und das alte Bauernhaus passt wunderbar in seine Umgebung. Ein Lob vor allem auch an den Vermieter, der sehr fĂŒrsorglich und dabei nicht aufdringlich war. Kurz: Wir haben uns zwei Wochen pudelwohl gefĂŒhlt! Danke, Tom!!!
We are your neighbors, and I'm your host, useful if you have any question, but we also realize that you are on holiday and maybe just want peace and quiet. Our goal is you spending a wonderful vacation just the way you like it. Beside the vacation rental we grow shiitake mushrooms on a part of our land for a living.
The peace and quiet, the fresh air and the view, no traffic around you but the chirping of birds and crickets and the wind in the trees. Stay in nature at 800 mtr altitude overlooking the valleys and foothills of the French pyrenees in one of the most beatiful departments.