La pantoufle verte

Chemin de Terrats, Les Hostalets, Montauriol
Superb bed and breakfast accommodation
Foothills of the Pyrenees, for Mediterranean and Mountain holidays.

'La pantoufle verte' (named 'the green slipper' in view of the comfort and verdant qualities of the surrounding countryside) is situated in the foothills of the Pyrenees in an area known as the Aspres, on the edge of the village of Montauriol. There are no close neighbours and you are assured of having a peaceful stay.

Within a conveniently small part of France you have access to the unspoiled and un-crowded Mediterranean beaches, the Pyrenean mountains and the delightful foothills, historic sites, many recreational activities and both French and Catalan culture and cuisine.

The hills are laced with tracks for walking, cycling, riding, jogging, picnicking etc and are accessible to all, whatever your mode of transport. The high mountains where you can down-hill ski, cross-country ski, skate, toboggan, go on a Husky-sled trip and in summer partake in just as many activities, such as guided walks, mountain-biking, quad hire, with or without a guide etc, are a 90 minute drive away. Easily manageable to take a day trip and be back in time for a swim in the summer or a Jacuzzi in the winter, before having supper.

The spectacular beaches of the Mediterranean are a 35 minute drive. There are the long, clean, gently shelving, golden beaches of Canet Plage, St Cyprien and Argeles-sur-mer, with marinas of beautiful sailing craft where you can sail, wind-surf, water-ski, scuba-dive, take bay-cruises etc. To the South, a little further, are the enchanting coves where the 'toes' of the Pyrenees stretch down into the blue waters of the sea and create pretty, natural bays, used by fishermen for centuries. Here you will find Collioure with its lighthouse, fort, markets and atmospheric waters-edge cafés, Port Vendres, a larger port where passenger ships dock and Banyuls-sur-mer, famous for its name-sake aperitif, honey-golden, fortified wine.

Spain is a mere 35 minute drive and is easily manageable as either a day or half-day trip. There are, of course, many sights to enjoy; the Salvador Dali museum, the town of Figueres and the city of Girona, to name but three.

There are three B&B rooms; two doubles and one twin - one double has an en-suite shower room and the other two share a large bathroom (shower over bath). All the rooms are on the ground floor and have 'French windows' giving private, lockable access, so you don't need to feel that you are disturbing anyone if you come in late.

There is a free-form, solar-heated swimming pool, summer kitchen for outdoor dining, poolside furniture (towels provided) and a Jacuzzi with 360° panoramic views across the Plain of the Roussillon, North-East towards Perpignan and up towards the Massif du Canigou, standing at 2784 metres above sea-level. Truly breathtaking.

Breakfast is included in the price and will set you up for the day - much more than a croissant and a cup of coffee! Meals are by the pool, when the weather permits or in the main house at a large oak refectory table.

Contact:

Sue Chubb

Tel: +33 (0) 468 53 47 59
       +33 (0) 687 22 42 12

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