Stunning 6 Bedroom Chalet-Style House in Prechac, 5 mins drive to Argeles-Gazost

Our reasons for buying in the area were twofold. Firstly, we were excited about the excellent yet affordable skiing on offer and secondly having a place in the summer where we can relax and explore one of Europe's great unspoilt area's of natural beauty, the French Pyrenees. Surrounded by breathtaking mountains, with 5 ski resorts within 20-40mins drive, yet only 1hr 30mins from the stunning Cote Savage. The local restaurants, wine and friendly locals were other persuasive factors as well as the weather, remember this is the South of France and summer is hot.
What makes this property unique
You can relax and unwind: read, sunbathe, eat, talk and all with the mountains in the background and the sound of the mountain stream in the garden. Or you can be active and and there's things for everyone to do!

This stunning modern chalet style house sits just above the sleepy hamlet of Prechac, 5 mins drive to the busy and friendly market town of Argeles-Gazost with its many delicious traditional food shops and lovely cafes spilling on to the 2 town squares where you can relax with the locals taking in the gossip and fantastic mountain views or join them sampling the local Madiran or Jurancon wines. This fabulous property with all the latest amenities including a 50 ft games room with pool table and cinema tv, provides the best of everything for anyone from skiing to cycling to hiking or just taking it easy relaxing in the sun taking in the magnificent views of the majestic surrounding mountains. Beautifully appointed rooms which are cool downstairs in the summer and warm with full central heating and a log burning fire in the winter. Sleeps 15 (4 on bunk beds) and has 6 bedrooms, 3 en-suite bathrooms and 1 house bathroom. Fully fitted kitchen opens onto a large outside balcony with stunning views of the surrounding mountains. The gardens and play pool are tended and there is a caretaker in the village. An ideal location for groups or a peaceful or adventurous family stay with activities in abundance from white water rafting to paragliding to bungy jumping and obviously skiing or in the summer months mountain biking using the winters ski runs. There are zip wires and luges for all the family and 2 mins away a tree tops walk (Go Ape but bigger!). For keen cyclists it's a must with the Tour de France often going past your doorstep. Tennis courts are available for hire as well as a large outdoor lido with water slides and you can always enjoy the local spa. There are numerous idyllic pyrenean villages with churches and cafes to explore and the locals are extremely friendly and hospital. For dining, you can barbecue in the garden, dine al fresco on the deck and enjoy the mountain views or walk to nearby local restaurants or drive to Argeles-Gazost. The house is located close to Lourdes airport (20 mins drive) with Pau 45 mins away and Toulouse airport 2hrs door to door, summer only is Biarritz, 1hr 30 mins. The house is 5 mins drive from Argeles gazost which has numerous supermarkets, bakeries, butchers, pharmacies, clothes shops, restaurants and lots more. 5 ski resorts, closest being just 20 mins away , multiple outdoor pursuits in the summer, the Atlantic coast 1hr 30mins away.

Located in Prechac, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Massabielle Grotto and Col de Tourmalet. Travelling with kids? Consider Dungeon of Eagles, or check out an event or a game at Antoine-Beguere Stadium. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.

What's nearby:
Argelès-Gazost Thermal Baths - 5 min drive
Parc Animalier des Pyrenees - 5 min drive
Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary - 15 min drive
Basilica of the Immaculate Conception - 15 min drive
Massabielle Grotto - 15 min drive

Restaurants:
‪La Piazza - ‬6 min drive
‪Chez Pierrot - ‬10 min drive
‪Hôtel Restaurant les Cimes - ‬6 min drive
‪Camping le Soleil du Pibeste - ‬8 min drive
‪Café du Centre - ‬6 min drive

Travelling around:
Lourdes Station - 18 min drive
Lourdes (LDE-Tarbes - Lourdes - Pyrenees Intl.) - 25 min drive