Gîte Cap de Quer on the edge of the Mont Valier nature reserve - Ariège Pyrénées
Total peace at 1100m altitude
Gîte "Cap de Quer" is perched on a ridge on the edge of the Mont Valier nature reserve with Spain just on the other side of the mountain wall before you. The view from the gîte of the river valley far below is stunning, even dizzying. Wild mountain chamois venture close to the gîte, and eagles and vultures soaring on the thermals are at eye level from the bedroom window.
This enchanting spot is a paradise for both walkers and fishermen. Numerous hiking trails pass near the gîte, some leading to rushing trout streams and high altitude lakes. Owner Max Duquesne is a certified fishing guide and can show you the best spots.
The gîte is simply yet comfortably furnished, with WC, kitchen and sitting areas on the ground floor, including a couch, and a double bed, table and chairs and angle bathtub and washbasin in an open-plan arrangement on the first floor. Solar power generates electricity for lighting only. The refrigerator, stove and hot water are gas-powered. There is a woodburning stove for heat.
*The gîte obtained the "Panda" label from the WWF (Worldwide Fund |
For mountain lovers only.
You must be in good physical condition to stay here: access is only by foot from the owners' farm 1 km below, where all vehicles must be left. On the way up you'll pass the gîte du Clot. On arrival and departure your baggage and provisions will be transported by the owner.
Children under the age of 7 are not admitted because of the steep drops. Dogs are not allowed as they disturb the goats and horses. The solar-generated electricity is sufficient for lighting only. Heating by wood stove. Gas cooker.
PRICES PER WEEK:
Christmas 2011 : 17/12/11 - 02/01/12 : 450 €
Hight season : 450 €
Summer 2012: 07/07 - 01/09
Winter 2012: 11/02 - 10/03 and 22/12/12 - 05/01/13
Rest of the year : 390 €
(from Saturday 4pm to Saturday 9am)
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