Whole of detached house, with large gardens. On outskirts of village - quiet, but not remote. Off-road parking for two vehicles. Patio, with dining table and chairs, sun awning, for a magnificent view of the mountains across the valley below. All-weather abri above, with dining table and chairs, lighting, power. Secure store for bikes and skis, with loungers, BBQ, table tennis, walking sticks, boules, binoculars. Log stores for stove in lounge. Outside tap. Wifi, gas (hob), electricity, water, logs, bedding and towels included. Large lounge with dining table and chairs, flat screen TV, with English & French channels, & streaming services, DVD & CD players, books and games. Well-equipped kitchen with electric and microwave ovens, toaster, washing machine, tumble drier. Two bedrooms, one with ensuite shower, hand-basin & toilet; each with king-size bed, wardrobe, chest of drawers, hair-dryer. Large main bathroom - shower over bath. Cloak/second store room. Constant hot water. Electric wall heater in each room. CO detector, fire extinguisher & blanket, first aid kit.

Hautes-Pyrenees, south west France. All-year round attractions. Arcizans-Avant - Altitude 600m. Centre of village is above the cottage. Rural path from just outside cottage to centre. Church. Auberge with al fresco dining to take in the magnificent views. Bistro. Reservoir. St Savin - 5 minute drive. Village with half-timbered houses in square. Romanesque abbey. Michelin mentioned restaurant. Bistrot. Viewing point over valley. Argeles-Gazost - 5 minute drive down into valley. Market town. Church. Restaurants. Park with thermal baths/spa, casino. Walking/cycle track - Lourdes to ski resort of Cauterets. Bike hire. Indoor and outdoor swimming pools. River walk. Parc d'Animalier. Pont d'Espagne - Cable car and chairlift, then walk to lake where cafe. Lourdes - 15 minute drive. Sanctuary visited each year by millions of pilgrims from all over the world Vineyards - an hours drive away. Taste before buying! Activities - Mountain walking. Cycling - Tour de France route! Ski resorts within easy reach - nearest 20km. White water rafting/ canoeing. Parapente. Nearest airport - Tarbes/Lourdes (24 km) Nearest railway station - Lourdes (17km)