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This authentic Aranese-style home is dripping with character at every turn. It’s a picture of a mountain village idyll, from the moment you step from the quiet cobbled street into the welcoming living room. Inside, it’s like a forest cabin with sloped wooden ceilings and thick timber beams on display. The brick fireplace in the living room completes the cosy scene. Darkwood cabinets in the kitchen hark back to simpler times, and they hide all the mod cons you need for 21st-century self-catering. Wending your way up the wooden staircase, you’ll find all the bedrooms upstairs with the main bedroom taking up the entire loft space, natural light spilling across the hardwood floor from the wall of glass. From here, you can step out onto the top-floor balcony and spot the mountains that surround the town. Location-wise, you’re in the heart of the charming village of Gessa on the Garonne River. A couple of restaurants lie within walking distance, but the real buzz is a short drive away in Baqueira, where the valley’s main ski resort has runs for all levels and there are plenty of spots for apres ski.
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What to expect
Highlights
Make the short drive to Baqueira to hit the world-famous ski slopes
Spot the snow-tipped mountains from the slender top-floor balcony
Wake up to sunlight streaming in to the main bedroom at the top of the house
Gather around the fireplace in the living room with a hot drink after the slopes
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Home truths
This home is spread over three floors and all the bedrooms are upstairs, so it may not be suitable for those with limited mobility
A private parking space is included, but this is in a nearby building and guests here have access to a parking space and ski locker at the foot of the slopes at Val de Ruda
One of the bedrooms has two sets of bunk beds so would be best suited to children sharing
Your host can provide a cot and high chair for infants, just ask
Though there isn't a dedicated desk here, the dining table doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace
You'll have your own private entrance here
About this stay
Amenities
Ski storage / boot room
Wi-fi
Parking available
Washing machine
Balcony / rooftop terrace
TV
Dishwasher
Fridge
Bedrooms & bathrooms
3 bedrooms, 6 beds
3 bathrooms
Extras
VIP services
Airport pick up
Daily cleaning
Fridge fills
Additional fees
While your host provides a cot and high for free upon request, they can also provide a children’s kit for an additional fee, consisting of a cot, mattress, high chair, bathtub and changing table – babysitting services are also available
A food basket can be provided at an extra cost, consisting of biscuits, jams, honey, cheese and pâté
If you need to work from home during your stay, speak with your host to rent an office chair and computer equipment
Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Val d'Aran
In Catalonia’s northern tip, where Spain touches the French border, Val d’Aran is a land of high snowy peaks and plunging valleys. Deep in the frosted Pyrenees, you’ll find Banqiera-Beret ski resort, favoured by Spanish royalty for its glut of ski runs and stunning mountain vistas. Arties lures its fair share of winter sports lovers too, with ski and snowboarding runs for all levels. Walkers and hikers have plenty to...
Get around
Train station
Montréjeau - Gourdan-Polignan
12 hr 57 min
Train station
Gare de Saint-Gaudens
14 hr 8 min
Train station
Saint-Martory
17 hr 41 min
Bus stop
Gessa
6 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 18:00
Departure before 11:00
Wifi
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
30
days
Cancel at least 30 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Up until
7
days
Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Ariel
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Ariel and her team are passionate about travel. Based in Spain, they work hard to ensure that their guests enjoy their holiday experience. Ariel is always on hand to provide extra services and local recommendations.
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