Maison Rieumes, St Martin d'Oydes
Rieumes is a beautifully restored 15th century country house tucked away in the heart of South West France. At the head of the Latou valley, just 50km south of Toulouse and west of Carcassonne, it has spectacular views across rolling hills of the Ariège and the medieval village of St Martin d’Oydes.
The house is packed with charm and historical detail, while also providing all the modern facilities you would want from a holiday home. The outdoor space is very private with leafy shade from the established fruit and nut trees. You have exclusive use of the cabana and spacious poolside area that leads on to the swimming pool. The cabana is a lovely escape from the sun and in the evenings it is a perfect vantage point for the magnificent sunsets.
Rieumes is an ideal place for families to gather; it is very peaceful and is in a gorgeous setting. With marked footpaths from the end of the drive and panoramic views it is tempting not to venture far, particularly in the summer. But positioned as it is beside the Pyrenees with all its cycling, hiking and winter skiing, surrounded by Cathar castles, and on the edge of the Languedoc Roussillon, this region offers something for everyone; it is hard to imagine a better place for a family holiday.