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Old Pyrenean Farmhouse in centre of its own fields and woods. Dog friendly.

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
House and barn

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Sainte-Engrâce, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
  • Gorges de Kakuetta
    5 min drive
  • Verna Cave
    8 min drive
  • Gorges d'Ehujarre
    34 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Barn shower

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Old Pyrenean Farmhouse in centre of its own fields and woods. Dog friendly.

Accoce is an old Souletine farmhouse sitting in the middle of its land at the end of its own drive, looking out over the valley to the south and west, with a rugged peak and wooded crest behind. The house dates from at least the 16th century and has kept its beams, fireplace and old staircase. It boasts a good library with a good mix of light and serious reading and an enamelled log burning stove that can heat the whole house. The house sleeps seven with a maximum of 6 adults. The garden is large enough to can sit out in the open or under the apple tree, or to sunbathe. and it has culinary herbs; thyme, sage, rosemary, sarriette, mint and lemon mint, chives. There is also a morning sun area with picnic table beside the kitchen door.

Accoce is ideally located for hiking, as beautiful walks can be taken directly from the house without using the car at all. The GR10 passes through the village, and we provide information about many other local hikes (Pic d'Orhy, Pic des Escaliers etc). Fantastically fun for children: aside from playing in the stream, or making huts or treehouses in the woods. There is the opportunity for quiet contemplation by the stream or among the trees. There is also a wonderful swimming hole 5k away (in the Saison river, with rock to dive from into icy clear water, otters, trout). The beach is 1½ - 2 hours away (Basque coast), La Pierre St Martin ski station is 12km away, handy village shop and bar is at the bottom of the hill, within easy walking distance and from which bread can be ordered. Good and friendly restaurant in the village (5km). More serious dining can be found a few kilometres away in Larrau and Tardets. Clean mountain air, peace and quiet, the tinkle of sheep bells. Dogs are permitted up to two, but no tents can be set up or additional people added beyond the maximum. A caretaker lives in an apartment in the detached barn and takes care of the fields and woods and can offer detailed information about the area.

Property manager

Andrew
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

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Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs are allowed. Must sleep in own beds.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in the house
Dogs must do their toilet outside of the garden and be fully vaccinated.
No extra guests may be added that makes for more than six adults.
Young children will need to be supervised at all times.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sainte-Engrace

Located in Sainte-Engrace, this farm stay is in a rural area and on a river. Holzarte Footbridge and Mauléon Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Verna Cave and Grotte de la Verna. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sainte-Engrâce, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

  • Gorges de Kakuetta - 5 min drive
  • Holzarte Footbridge - 15 min drive
  • La Pierre-St-Martin Ski Resort - 16 min drive
  • Grotte de la Verna - 24 min drive
  • Gorges d'Ehujarre - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Lurbe-Saint-Christau Station - 42 min drive
  • Pau (PUF-Pau - Pyrenees) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hôtel Restaurant Etchemaïté - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Auberge de l'Etable - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Venta de Juan Pito - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Le Cayolar - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Snow Bar 64 - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Old Pyrenean Farmhouse in centre of its own fields and woods. Dog friendly. pet-friendly?

Yes, this farm house allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Old Pyrenean Farmhouse in centre of its own fields and woods. Dog friendly.?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Old Pyrenean Farmhouse in centre of its own fields and woods. Dog friendly.?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Old Pyrenean Farmhouse in centre of its own fields and woods. Dog friendly. located?

Located in the mountains, this Sainte-Engrace farm stay offering ski-in/ski-out access is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Gorges de Kakuetta and within 6 mi (10 km) of La Pierre-St-Martin Ski Resort and Verna Cave. Grotte de la Verna and Gorges d'Ehujarre are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful base to explore the Pyrennees
Despite unpromising weather, we had a splendid week in this Pyrennean home from home. It is an excellent base to explore the western Pyrennees, on both the French and Spanish sides. We escaped the clouds on the French side, and were rewarded with sunshine in Spain. The house was exactly as it appears in the pictures, a delightful home which would have easily have accommodated 6. The garden is idyllic... We just wished we had had the weather to fully make use of it. We felt fully independent, although the owner is close by, and available if any questions arise. Our car battery failed whilst there, and we were given excellent advice about where to go to get it fixed promptly. We had everything that we needed, including supplies of wood to feed the wood burner, which was very welcome on some rather chilly evenings, making the sitting room delightfully cosy after a day out walking. There is an abundance of places to visit and explore, and some very good local eateries. Walking around Lescun is spectacular, but there are wonderful places to explore in every direction. If you plan to self-cater, stock up well with supplies as you arrive, as it some distance from the nearest supermarket, but Chez Felix nearby has most things to top up supplies. All in all, a delightful Pyrenean retreat. We fully intend to return with friends in the not so distant future.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irene M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Casa preciosa en un paraje espectacular
Alojamiento rural para amantes de la naturaleza. Ideal para conocer esta zona del pirineo mas occidental. Muy cerca de Navarra e Irati. La casa es realmente acojedora, sin lujos, pero con todas las necesidades cubiertas.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marino R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
décor de rêve
Cadre somptueux, maison bien équipée; location parfaite pour les randonneurs ou ceux qui aiment se perdre.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Olivier P., SAINT SEBASTIEN SUR LOIRE

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Belle ferme rustique au milieu des montagnes
Ferme ancienne conforme à sa description sur le site. Vue exceptionnelle sur les montagnes basques dans un endroit isolé au calme absolu. Beaux jardins, intérieur très rustique mais bien aménagé. Pièces fraîches et sombres, sauf sous lés combles en cas de canicule. Propreté pas au top. Maison à déconseiller aux arachnophobes 😉 Andrew notre hôte est charmant.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

fabienne D.

Liked: Check-in, location
Vue magnifique
Super emplacement, belles balades …. Maison sympa , il faut savoir que la seconde douche est à l’extérieur, dans la grange ; propreté laisse à dėsirer. Prėsence du proprio pas dérangeante sauf travaux de jardinage assez bruyants .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Herman W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
7 days Akhozia july 2023
The house is situated on a beatiful and peaceful location full of nature. Beautiful garden with views on the surrounding landscape, vultures and other birds surfing the sky. We had few sunshine and mostly cloudy days, but the location and the climate made an excellent stay. Kids had enough to play with in the garden and also had a good time. Its a rural house, so not expect a modern living, but it has everything you need during an active holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Allan B., Canterbury, Kent, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunningly located, rustic Basque farmhouse
Amazing isolated farmhouse in high mountains with lovely garden and outdoor eating space amongst fascinating nature and incredible views. Secure and dog friendly. The on-site owner was very helpful and a great source of interesting information about the Pyrenees and much else. This is a traditional unmodernised farmhouse, well equipped kitchen, things worked. For an 8 person house the bathroom capacity is barely sufficient.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Marc L.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Une vielle maison dans un tres beau décor.
Nous avons été déçus car la 2ème douche n'est pas dans la maison mais dansune annexe. Si le mobilier a du charme cela manque dun serieux coup de nettoyage et de renovation. Le jardin est tres vaste ,parfaitement entretenu et tres bien exposé. Malheureusement le temps ne nous a pas permi d'en profiter. Pour les amoureux du rustique ,du calme et de la nature.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fran B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house in remote part of France
This is a great place to stay with a lovely garden, plenty of space and lots of nice walks on the doorstep. Ste Engrace feels like stepping back in time . The house has everything you need and more (table tennis, bbq, bath etc.) though nothing is new and no 1 item the same which adds to the charm. We enjoyed a stay here with 2 very young children and found it perfect for them
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

elisabeth b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Außergewöhnliche, schöne Ferienunterkunft
Wer die Natur liebt und Ruhe und Entspannung sucht ist hier sehr gut aufgehoben! Das alte Bauernhaus ist liebevoll hergerichtet und mit allem ausgestattet, was man braucht. Man kann sich wunderbar ausbreiten. Der Garten ist schön angelegt und lädt zum Entspannen ein, die Umgebung ist wunderbar, mit schönem Bergpanorama. Sehr gut zum Wandern. Der Gastgeber Andrew ist sehr nett und war sehr hilfsbereit. Wir hatten einen wunderbaren Urlaub!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

remy l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Maison ancienne très originale et de caractère .Comme toute maison traditionnelle les salons sont très sombres .Dispose d'une vue remarquable sur la vallée etd'un jardin très agréable .Nous y avons passé trois semaines en famille pour notre plus grande joie . Andrew à proximité s'est montré très attentionné avec beaucoup de gentillesse et de discrétion.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meghan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful part of the world
We had a wonderful week with our children and explored a lot. There was great hiking and a beautiful swimming hole close by, and the local towns were fun to visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Pyrenean Farmhouse
We had a great holiday for two weeks in Accocce which was just as we’d hoped - a roomy and characterful farm on a hillside with fantastic views in every direction. It’s a bit of a drive to reach nearby villages but perfect for a quiet retreat. Andrew was a great host - we arrived much later than planned and Andrew was able to accommodate us. He was very friendly without being intrusive and we had some very interesting chats about his life in France. We came with our baby daughter and the house was ideal for her (quiet, cool, spacious).
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Philippe L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Harmonie - sérénité.
Pas pour amoureux de cuisines et de dressing dernier modèle, les photos en témoignent! Paysage grandiose et paysagé par l'élevage mais les pentes sont rudes... La maison respire l'harmonie, la culture, le jardin offre des coins d'accueil pour suivre le soleil, l'hôte est le personnage créateur de ce petit et rarissime paradis.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thierry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super location
Super vue calme dépaysement total idéal pour les chiens
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bernard C., Buggenhout

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Exceptionnel !
Une vue à couper le souffle ! Une ancienne et très belle maison bien équipée. Nous avons profitez du jardin, nos chiens aussi. Une région magnifique pour les balades en moto (bien qu'arriver jusqu'à la maison en moto soit pour les motards aguerris). Merci à Andrew pour son accueil et sa gentillesse.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marc M., Barcelona

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantástico! 10/10
Hemos pasado unos días geniales en casa de Andrew y Alexandra. La casa tiene de todo y el entorno es una maravilla. Si hacía lluvia nos quedábamos en casa muy a gusto y si hacía buen tiempo podíamos hacer muchas actividades a los alrededores. Los anfitriones tienen cantidad de consejos para los visitantes y siempre han sido atentos, cordiales y simpáticos pero siempre manteniendo la privacidad. Muchas gracias!!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Murielle D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ressourçant
Un cadre époustouflant. Une maison dépaysante et atypique. Un lieu fait pour ceux qui veulent être au calme dans un environnement authentique.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dorian A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A so lovely place, A so lovely stay
What a wonderful stay, at Andrew's and his wife house, shared with a warm welcome, and all the necessary equipment despite a very ancient house in remote area ... then with all the magic of calm, view on pyrenean mountains, farms around, sunset, ... and so many activities, walk arounds, for those who do not fear a bit of sport (but we did magic walks with a 4 years child ... Holzarte bridge, etc.) ... in summary, a magic place and lovely hosts
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

elodie r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Calme et beauté des montagnes
Une superbe semaine dans un lieu d'une beauté incroyable et d'une grande tranquillité ! Nous reviendrons !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incroyablement ressourçant
J’hésite à dire à quel point ce lieu est magique car je voudrais tellement qu’il reste secret... c’est un endroit unique! Un panorama incroyable sur les Pyrénées, et seul le bruit du ruisseau et des oiseaux pourront vous réveiller le matin. Bref, une reconnexion avec la nature qui fait du bien! Andrew est discret et adorable! Nous avons passé un merveilleux séjour en famille, merci Andrew!
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

mathilde r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Inoubliable
Très belle maison, vaste et confortable, une maison où il fait très bon vivre. L'extérieur est époustouflant, une vue dont on ne se lasse pas. Rien faire n'est pas un problème tellement on s'y est bien senti. On a eu de la peine à partir.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Séjour agréable
Maison de caractère avec un très grand terrain clôturé, très appréciable avec de jeunes enfants.

10/10 Excellent

barbara e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Authenticité, charme et calme absolu
Excellent séjour!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

gerard p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gîte agréable
Avons passé un séjour excellent. Le gîte est plaçé dans un site exceptionnel. Le silence,à peine troublé par le bruit de la rivière proche et la vue extraordinaire permettent de pleinement se resourcer

About the host

Hosted by Andrew

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Why they chose this property

Check out http://www.ourgetaways.eu for more description of this marvellous unspoilt region.

What makes this property unique

Walks in the woods and stream contribute to the Mindfulness setting.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish, Portuguese

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