La Merise is a private holiday rental, just outside the village of Villefranche d'Albigeois, 20 minutes drive from Albi and an hour away from Toulouse.
This beautifully peaceful converted barn in the heart of the Tarn countryside comes complete with a private heated pool and sun terrace. The pool is normally heated from May to October. Close to local markets for fresh produce, this is the perfect spot for an idyllic experience of rural France.
Reserve early for July and August, as it gets very busy. May and June are lovely months, and it's normally hot in September and still warm in October. Cyclists and walkers are welcome, and it's a great area for mountain bike (VTT) and walking, with many trails including the GR 36.
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Now with electric vehicle charging station, 7 kw. Included in the price
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Read more about the house by clicking on the pictures in the Gallery below or read our reviews Airbnb. Find out more about life at La Merise by following our Facebook page.
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Breaking! La Merise is now a guest favourite on Airbnb!
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Included in your stay:
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Private heated pool
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Sun loungers & parasols
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Pool towels
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Pool-safe drinks glasses
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BBQ
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Welcome Pack
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Fresh bed linen (weekly)
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Bath towels
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Dressing gowns
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Hairdryer
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Cot & highchair
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Bose Bluetooth speaker
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Cutlery/crockery
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Utensils
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Cooker
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Fridge-freezer
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Washing machine
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Wifi
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TV with UK Freeview & Fransat
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Table-tennis table
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Board games
We want you to be comfortable the moment you arrive at La Merise Gite. Your Welcome Pack will include a selection of essentials such as fresh fruit, bread, cheese, charcuterie and a bottle of regional wine.
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2024 Rates
Jan - Apr From €875 per week
Apr - May from €875-1015 per week
June €1120 per week
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Jul - Aug €1295 per week
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Sept €1120 per week
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Oct - Dec from €875 per week
Local tourist tax applies.
No HIdden extras!! Prices include EV charging, welcome pack, cleaning, linen, towels and pool towels.
For longer lets off season, discounts are available
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Please contact us to confirm availability and final pricing. We aim to reply to all enquiries within 48 hours.
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Availability
Please take a look through the calendar to see if your preferred dates are available. We update the calendar on a weekly basis but please bear in mind that during peak booking periods, availability may change quickly. To confirm availability and your interest in specific dates, please email us.
The Local Area
The local village is within walking distance where you will find all amenities, including a small but very well-stocked supermarket, boucherie, boulangerie, and a bar/restaurant. There are plenty of places to explore nearby, including Albi, Castres, Cordes sur Ciel and Gaillac. The local area is teaming with wildlife too.
The Owners
We're Pippa and Marcus Evans. We moved to France from the South of England in November 2016. We spent the first year here renovating parts of the main building and adding a pool for our guests. Since then, we've explored much of the wider area and local restaurants together and with friends and family and will happily provide recommendations of places to visits, things to see and places to eat.
We live on site with two labradors. Marcus is a French speaker with a passion for cooking and Pippa runs her own business as a Virtual PA and is enjoying countryside living.
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Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions about staying at La Merise or want to know more about the area.
CONTACT US
To contact Pippa and Marcus Evans, you can email, telephone or simply fill in the form below.
We aim to respond within 48 hours.
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pippaandmarcus@lamerisegite.com
Telephone: Marcus on +33 785 484 773
or Pippa on +44 7702 502 975