The Thyme, Midi-Pyrenees

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The Midi-Pyrenees Region

The largest region in France (larger than the Netherlands or Denmark) and the most diverse. It stretches from the Pyrenees mountains in the south west to the Central Massif in the East. Every department offers a change of landscape. While Toulouse (captial city of the region) is highly densely populated, the rest of the region has one of the lowest densities in western europe. A mainly agricultural economy ensure you will enjoy unspoilt countryside. Occitan & Gascon were the traditional languages but French is now dominant in the region.
It's climate is unique, influenced by the atlantic coast further west and the warmer climate of the Mediteranean further south. It enjoys 4 distinct seasons. Spring kicks in in March with warm days with lots of sunshine where the forests burst into life and is perfect for walking and mountain biking. Summer is very warm with temperatures climbing into the high 30's. Autumn is very nice with very warm days and is a wonderful time for hiking through the forests. Winter brings sunshine and snow, offering a refreshing change in scenery and cross country or nordic skiing in the 'Monts des Lacaune'.
There are many beautiful places to visit;
There are many beautiful places to visit;
Albi, UNESCO world heritage site and its beautiful cathedral, Lautrec museum and cobbled streets
Carcassonne, UNESCO world heritage site, the largest inhabited fortified castle in Europe
Gaillac and it's hillside vineyards which are among the oldest in the world
Castres and it's Goya museum and picturesque merchants houses overhanging the Agout river, and lovely streets
Mazamet and its fabulous market place, Lautrec, Roquefort, the Millau bridge, the gorge du Banquet
The Black Mountains - beautiful views over its valleys and gorges and medieval villages. The Sidobre national park and it's amazing granite rock formations.

 

Cambounes Area

Our local village lies in the Durenque valley, offering gorgeous views of the valley and surrounding mountains. The area is a paradise for walkers, hikers and mountain biking enthusiasts. The area is well known for it's range of hiking and mountain biking trailsand the local town of Brassac hosted the French championship in mountain biking descents in May 2011. Walking and mountain biking trails criss-cross every corner of the area and the famous GR36 passes right by the cottage. The well known pilgrimage trail ‘Chemin de St. Jacques de Compostelle’ (GR653) portrayed in the recent Hollywood film ‘The Way’ joins the GR36 in the communal forest of Cambounes. The 'Tour de France' passes through Tarn every year. The Sidobre national park is 15 minutes away by car, and here you can explore the famous rock formations of this unique landscape of solid granite dating back 300 million years.
The area is excellent for anyone interested in activity holidays: walking, mountain biking, trekking on horse-back, canoeing, parachute jump, photography and painting workshops all available close by.
The region is famous for its proud tradition of local produce; charcuterie, confit du canard, cassoulet, roquefort and brebis cheeses, and to die for gaillac wines. All of which can be bought in the local markets. The area has several fresh water lakes with full amenities such as beach, life guards, restaurant, snack bar & water sports.
We will be happy to arrange or organise any activities for you during your stay.
The capital of the region ‘La ville rose’ Toulouse is an hour and half to the west. The Mediterranean cities of Narbonne and Beziers are just an hour and half drive. The region has a proud rugby tradition and is host to several top league clubs such as Castres Olympique, Stade Toulousain, Albi and Montpellier.
Come and experience real French living in this unspoilt region.

 

Getting There

Fly with Aerlingus direct from Dublin to Toulouse. We are an hour and 20 minutes door to door from Toulouse Airport.
Ryanair have flights all year round into Carcassonne, from Ireland (Dublin and Cork); from UK (Liverpool, East Midlands, and London Stansted); from Brussels (Charleroi), and also into Rodez. We are an hour and 15 minutes door to door from Carcassonne airport.
If you are travelling by Ferry, on exiting the port you will take the direction Barcelona / Toulouse / Castres / Mazamet.

Car hire available from Toulouse & Carcassonne with Hertz, Avis, and many more

Nearest Travel Links

• Airport: Carcassonne (68 km)
• Ferry: Cherbourg (1000 km)
• Railway: Castres (18 km)

 

Suitable types of Holiday Cambounes

• Fishing
• Golf Course
• Horse riding
• Water Park
• Mountain Biking
• Swimming
• Walking

 

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Exterior Facilities in The Thyme, Midi-Pyrenees

• Balcony/Terrace
• BBQ
• Bicycles available
• Parking space
• Shared garden

 

Rental Details

RENTAL CONDITIONS: Rental price includes Bed linen
25% booking deposit is required to secure booking.
The balance must be paid a minimum of4 weeks before your arrival date.
A standard 'Seasonal Rental agreement' must be signed and returned with the balance of payment.
A damages deposit of 250€ must also be paid on arrival, this is returned to you once the property has been checked to be in a clean and proper condition.
You property is available to you from 2pm on day of arrival, and must be vacated by 11am on day of departure. ** Arrival/Departure days & times are flexible, depending on availability **
Bi-lingual owners on hand (English/French) to help you with any inquiries

 

Facilities in The Thyme, Midi-Pyrenees

• Central heating
• Cooker
• DVD player
• Fridge
• Iron
• Kettle
• Linen provided
• Log fire
• Microwave
• Toaster
• Towels provided
• Washing machine

Bedrooms / Bathrooms

• Bedrooms (1)
• Showers (1)
• WCs (1)

 

Sleeps a Maximum of 2 people:

• Double Beds (1)

 

Furniture

• Dining Seats (2)
• Lounge Seats (3)

 

Guest Book

Outstanding
The "Thyme converted pigeon loft" is a delightful place to stay. All that we needed was contained in the building and its layout and construction added to the romantic nature of its setting. Both Una and her husband were extremely welcoming and helpful. Altogether a wonderful and relaxing place to stay for a holiday. We have been holidaying (self-catering) in France almost every year since 1987 and this place ranks up at the top of the places where we have been. More...
• By Bob Armit from Earith (near Cambridge, UK) on 3/30/2011 for a stay in June 2010



"Una and EROL, thank you for a wonderful holiday.
We were treated wonderful from the time you picked us up at Carcassonne airport and you made us feel part of your lovely family.
The food ,scenery, weather, friendliness, were everything you would wish for on a holiday.

We certainly recommend it and will be back"
Phil and Martin, Dublin