With the mechanisation of farming, the barns of Souleilo were abandoned as the slopes were too steep for tractors. They have recently been renovated, conserving their traditonal granite walls and slate roofs but on the inside providing modern comforts. From the large covered terrace with its barbecue you can relax and admire the splendid view of the Pyrenees and the Mont Valier.

Winter:
La Souleilo is 20 minutes from the ski station Guzet-Neige, which you can see from the house, and from the Etang de Lers where you can cross-country ski and snowshoe in winter or fish for trout in summer. Snow never stays long around the house, melting with the first rays of sun, and the road is plowed at every snowfall.

The rest of the year, the gîte can be the point of departure for several walks, and depending on the season you can find chestnuts, mushrooms, wild strawberries and blueberries. The region offers numerous other walks that can be quickly reached by car. Good trout fishing is within walking distance, and you can go horseriding, cycling and mountain biking in and around Ercé. Ercé has an unusual link with the USA through the "montreurs d'ours" of long ago; you might be surprised at the number of inhabitants who will greet you in English.

Surface 80 m2
Large living room with fireplace and woodstove that heats the whole house plus electric space heaters. Leather convertible couch, satellite TV with international programmes.

Kitchen equiped with refridgerator, hob, microwave oven, dishwasher, clothes washer, iron and ironing board.

8-place dining area.
One bedroom with double bed
One bedroom with 2 bunk beds and 1 foldaway bed
Bathroom with shower.
Barbecue and covered terrace with dining area for 8 and lounge chairs.

The road leading up to the house is unpaved and very rough. However: no traffic, no noise, no pollution. Just the sound of cowbells from the pastures and the church bell from the bottom of the valley.

Dogs not allowed as they disturb the horses and cows as well as the deer that come to graze near the gîte.

We will be delighted to help make your stay as enjoyable as possible, particularly if you cannot speak French. Don't hesitate to contact us for an access map or any other information.

For more infomation about this gîte, visit our web site :
www.souleilo.com

A second gîte, Le Pélioou (sleeps 6) is also available for holiday rentals.

Weekend : 200 € (off season only)

Prices are all inclusive. Electricity, water and firewood as well as sheets, linen and cooking supplies are provided. There are no other taxes or charges.

A deposit of half the total rental will be requested with reservation.