Title: Gite on the edge of the Arac in a green setting with swimming pool Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Gite on the edge of the Arac in a green setting with swimming pool Riverside holiday home with private pool and kitchen ## Photo gallery for Gite on the edge of the Arac in a green setting with swimming pool ![Property grounds - Gite on the edge of the Arac in a green setting with swimming pool (Aleu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37110000/37101300/37101267/270-754f1dd6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, ping pong, books, stereo - Gite on the edge of the Arac in a green setting with swimming pool (Aleu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37110000/37101300/37101267/eca02afd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Gite on the edge of the Arac in a green setting with swimming pool (Aleu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37110000/37101300/37101267/38c85c17.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Gite on the edge of the Arac in a green setting with swimming pool (Aleu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37110000/37101300/37101267/f5b73a7c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - Gite on the edge of the Arac in a green setting with swimming pool (Aleu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37110000/37101300/37101267/a3052b71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Gite on the edge of the Arac in a green setting with swimming pool provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4861 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Gite on the edge of the Arac in a green setting with swimming pool At the heart of the Pyrenees Ariégeoises Regional Nature Park we offer on the site of the Moulin d'Icart a cottage of 4 people without vis-à-vis, adjoining our house with independent access, a contemporary, comfortable and bright interior. You will return by a bay window in the room of life with open kitchen and all the comfort (classification 3epis labellized écogeste by gite of France) a bathroom with wc completes this RDC then an internal staircase will take you upstairs on a vast landing which gives on two rooms (one with a bed of 160, the other with 2 beds of 90), a small room of bath with toilet and an exit on a balcony seen on the river. It is a place of relaxation and healing in a setting of greenery and water. You will enjoy direct access to the banks of the Arac, a shaded park with a swimming pool (12m x 4.5m and 1m10 to 2m20 deep) and a private tennis court It is also the starting point for hikers on foot or by bike. You can enjoy many activities such as caving, white water sports, lake and river fishing, monorail sledding and mountain karting in the summer at the resort of Guzet and enjoy its ski area in winter. Throughout the year the thermal baths of Aulus offer a wellness and aqua relaxation area. On the site of the Etang de Lers you can also learn or practice all year round orientation techniques and in winter you can go cross-country skiing, sledding and snowshoeing. In Saint Lizier you can visit the cathedral, the bishops' palace and the old village. Many other villages are worth a visit for their architectural heritage, their exhibitions, markets or entertainment We will be delighted to welcome you ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Table tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 861 square feet ## Similar properties ![Superior Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5120000/5115200/5115122/cc57930e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kyriad Direct Mont De Marsan - St Avit Saint-Avit - Pet-friendly - Parking included - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### 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 ### Property is also known as Gite on the Edge of the Arac in a Park With Swimming Pool ## About the area Located in Aleu, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Au Pays des Traces and Rail Model Ariegeois are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include St-Girons Pont-Vieux and Pharmacy of the 18th Century. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Aleu travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aleu.dx3000040128) [View more Holiday homes in Aleu](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aleu-Private-Holiday-Homes.d3000040128-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.90447%2C1.24370&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=aApXVGAALqwJd1tNayaJ67HAubM=) Aleu, Occitanie ### What's nearby - ![Saint-Girons](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500509/7fcdae0d-977f-41c2-97a4-b36ca832ef19.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Pyrenees Ariégeoises Regional Natural Park 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - La Station de Guzet 28 min drive \- 19.9 miles - Cave of Mas d'Azil 38 min drive \- 28.0 miles - Plateau de Beille Ski Resort 58 min drive \- 39.8 miles - Station du Mourtis 59 min drive \- 41.2 miles ### Getting around - Touille Station 39 min drive ### Restaurants - Le Gypaete Barbu 8 min drive - maxil 9 min drive - Ksdmdn 14 min drive - Le Regalat 13 min drive - Art's House 19 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Gite on the edge of the Arac in a green setting with swimming pool have a pool? ### Is Gite on the edge of the Arac in a green setting with swimming pool pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Gite on the edge of the Arac in a green setting with swimming pool? ### What time is check-in at Gite on the edge of the Arac in a green setting with swimming pool? ### What time is check-out at Gite on the edge of the Arac in a green setting with swimming pool? ### Where is Gite on the edge of the Arac in a green setting with swimming pool located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Gite on the edge of the Arac in a green setting with swimming pool Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 12 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Don H. 5 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place Old mill by a river with great hikes in the area ##### Don H. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Dorien D. 29 Aug 2023 Liked: Location #### Arac 2023 In all we enjoyed our stay, but maybe a bit crowdy at some points. Also airconditioning would have been welcome. ##### Dorien D. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### olivier g. 21 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Week-end en famille Un agréable petit sejour dans ce lieu accueillant. La propriétaire a été arrangeante par rapport au fait que nous soyons cinq pour un logement prévu pour quatre, encore merci pour cela. Il faisait un peu trop froid dans la pièce principale en ces matins de fin décembre mais pour un week-end je n'ai pas osé demander à ce que le chauffage soit augmenté. Peut-être reviendrons-nous à la belle saison pour profiter de la fraîcheur de la rivière qui passe le long de la propriété. ##### olivier g. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hélène T. 4 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vacances en famille Nous avons passé un bon moment en famille. La maison est très agréable et le jardin incroyable. Une grande piscine, un terrain de tennis, une table de ping-pong, un hamac, un accès à la rivière voisine pour tremper les pieds, les enfants étaient ravis! Un grand merci à Isabelle pour son accueil et ses délicieux légumes du potager. Un havre de paix parfait pour se reposer! ##### Hélène T. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claudia S. 3 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kleines Paradies am Fluss Wir haben die schöne Fereinwohnung, den großen Pool (der den ganzen Tag Sonne hat) und den schönen Park mit den vielen vielen Eidechsen sehr genossen. Nicht zu vergessen der Tennisplatz und die Tischtennisplatte, die wir jeden Tag benutzten. Man kann sowohl gleich vom Ort aus oder mit 20-30 Minuten Anfahrt (Auto) schöne Wandertouren mit unterschiedlichem Anspruch unternehmen. In der Ferienwohnung ist ein toller Ordner zum Aussuchen der Wanderungen. Es war ein rundum schöne Zeit im "Gite d\`Arac", uns hat es an Nichts gefehlt. Auch die Zucchini aus dem eigenem Garten waren sehr lecker. Herzlichen Dank an Isabelle und Claude für den schönen Aufenthalt! Claudia, Rüdiger, Ricarda und Fabian ##### Claudia S. Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christian H., TOULOUSE 26 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Endroit magnifique C'est un endroit magnifique au bord d'une rivière baignable et bien placé pour faire des randonnées. L'hôte est très accueillante et nous avons passé un très bon moment dans son gîte. ##### Christian H. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrice T. 15 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Patrice THIERY (Moulin d Icart) Séjour agréable avec accueil chaleureux des propriétaires Nous recommandons ce gite à toutes personnes qui recherchent le calme Les propriétaires sont d une gentillesse et donc a l écoute de vos besoins si nécessaire Nous recommandons vivement ce gîte ##### Patrice T. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### aude l. 1 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Havre de paix Quelques jours « au vert » un lieu plein de charme et bucolique. Accueil attentionné et d’une grande gentillesse par la propriétaire. Tout est neuf, bien agencé, calme et beau. Villages et commerces à proximité, un très bel endroit où se poser en famille ou entre amis. La rivière à côté est un enchantement :-)) ##### aude l. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ronald G. 2 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Am rauschenden Bach Die FeWo ist schön gelegen, bietet viel Platz und ist gut ausgestattet. Beschreibung und Bilder entsprechen der Realität, es ist nichts hinzuzufügen. Wir haben Freunde besucht, die in der Nähe wohnen. Einkaufsmöglichkeiten sind nach unserer Erfahrung nicht zu Fuss zu erreichen. Ansonsten haben wir uns wohl gefühlt. ##### Ronald G. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### emmanuelle b. 21 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Un cadre magnifique Ce gîte invite au repos, au calme et à la détente, mais aussi à de belles découvertes. Des randonnées aux paysages époustouflants, des ballades à Saint Lizier, le marché de Saint Girons et bien d autres. Les propriétaires sont accueillants et discrets. Ces vacances étaient parfaites. ##### emmanuelle b. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeanette W. 11 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful, relaxing location and lovely accomodation We loved our stay in Castet d'Aleu. The setting is idyllic, by a river in the trees with the sound of water rushing by. A lovely swimming pool, tennis court and table tennis to occupy the teenager and the accommodation was nicely furnished, spacious and well equipped. Isabelle was very welcoming and helpful despite our lack of ability to speak French! A wonderful holiday. ##### Jeanette W. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### mariana v. 29 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Superbe Une location qui est bien située. Avec le paysage magnifique. Un séjour agréable.les propriétaires très accueillants ##### mariana v. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David G., GIGNAC 27 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Séjour détente ! Nous avons passé un agréable séjour à Aleu. La maison est très propre. Il ne manquait de rien !!! L'hôte est disponible et agréable! Merci Isabelle. David ##### David G. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jean-Luc B. 16 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Un lieu charmant Très agréable accueil par Isabelle et Claude, avec un beau projet pour le site. Le gîte est fonctionnel, bien équipé, et très agréable. Dans une région verdoyante et à proximité de nombreuses randonnées tout niveau. La piscine et la rivière sont des +! Il ne nous a manqué que le soleil... Nous reviendrons! ##### Jean-Luc B. ---