Located in the foothills of the Pyrénées in South Western France, the beautifully restored gîtes of Petite Cantinelle are equipped to a high standard and provide the perfect country escape all year round - whether activity based or for pure relaxation.
[Gite Meleanie - Lounge] [Gite Menezil - Terrace]
Located in the unspoilt Vallée de la Lèze in one of the most stunning, and relatively undiscovered, départements in France - the Ariège Pyrénées (09). The Gîtes are nestled in the foothills (altitude 450m) and represent a true escape to the countryside and, for the more active and sporty, a perfect base for exploring and enjoying the many activities of this mythical land - on two wheels, four wheels or simply on foot!
[Hot Air Ballooning - See Link Below]
Enjoy famous prehistoric sites and parks, grottos, chateaux, and literally hundreds of mountain walks, Golf ,skiing (lake and snow), rafting, fishing, canoeing, parapenting, hot air ballooning and even an underground river are just some of the nearby facilities and activities .
Easy access to Andorra and the Cathar country - the stuff of legends based on both fact and some fiction! (Da Vinci Code & Labyrinth). Climb up to some amazing hilltop castles and fortresses - all with breathtaking views over this friendly and welcoming land.
We're right in the middle of the Ariège Pyrénées and yet near to some well known towns and cities - you can choose to loose yourself or join in some of the fun! The nearby towns have a good choice of shops, restaurants (one of our favourites - see link below) and lively markets. During the Summer months, there's a great choice of local fêtes and carnivals. Take a look at our Find Us page for information on distances to points of interest.