In the beautiful Ariege countryside near Toulouse, on the picturesque tourist route (D919) from Toulouse to the Pyrenees and Andorra, 'Chez Tortue' (tortoise!) is found in the centre of the pretty, historic village of Le Fossat.  A short walk to restaurants, bars, plus shops, a supermarket, swimming pool (left) and sport facilities, Le Fossat is a wonderful location to relax and also a great base to explore the Pyrenees, Toulouse, Carcassonne and Andorra, all within easy reach.  The immediate area surrounding Le Fossat is a mix of woodland, open land and a beautiful river landscape, surrounded by rolling hills.  Bee-eaters are nesting in the river bank, Hoopoes are seen daily and I believe a pair of Egyptian Vultures are nesting in the area.  I have observed Golden Eagle within 20 minutes of Chez Tortue.

'Chez Tortue' is an old village house with a pretty mature private garden.  Newly converted as a B&B, the guest accommodation offers large, airy rooms, a private lounge, garden access, and a warm welcome from my friendly dogs Tiffi and Tasca, and of course, the tortoise!  There are 2 bedrooms for guests, with private access and free parking.  The rooms share a modern shower room.

Price: 45 Euros per room/per night including continental breakfast

Children are very welcome! Toys and games are available.  Extra beds can be provided.

Free Wi-Fi is available.

I also have a wide range of other information & advice on activities, events, fetes, etc.  I can also help you arrange exciting outdoor activities or spa days, fishing licences, bike hire or days out with a Qualified Mountain Leader. There is a pretty fishing lake a short walk from Chez Tortue and the local river offers good Trout fishing.  Cycling in the area is very popular. Please do contact me for more information on bird watching or any other activity mentioned above.

With numerous budget airlines flying to Barcelona (and Girona), why not contemplate a Gaudi/Pyrenees holiday? Barcelona and the spectacular Montserrat (right) are less than 4 hours magnificent yet easy drive way through the Pyrenees; Barcelona is a vibrant, colourful example of the achievements of man contrasting, yet complementing in many ways, the beauty & magnificence of the Pyrenees...a holiday of ever-changing scenery, cuisine and experiences....please contact me for more information & advice.