Nature house in LE RIOLS

In the countryside, in the Cordes-sur-Ciel (81) triangle, Najac (12), and St-Antonin-Noble-Val (82), our dovecote is at your disposal in the Aveyron Valley (river 150 m away), surrounded by beautiful and varied landscapes (geological fault) . Until the Revolution, only the nobility were allowed to own a dovecote. In the past, pigeons were kept in the attic, and grain was stored below. Since then, a dovecote has long remained a symbol of prestige. We’ve transformed ours into a pleasant and comfortable vacation rental, while preserving its authenticity. The setting is very pleasant and relaxing. We live next door, but your private entrance and privacy are guaranteed. The property is situated on a large plot (1 ha) where your children can run around, play on the swing, and climb in the treehouse. There’s also a ping-pong table and foosball table under cover (in the barn). The pool is for your exclusive use—5x10x1.40 m, with a flat bottom. We are members of Gîtes de France, a guarantee of quality.

We are located on a geological fault line, with limestone landscapes to the west and schist landscapes to the east. The Aveyron and Viaur rivers have carved out deep valleys, especially at St. Antonin with its Aveyron Gorges. To the south lie the vineyards of Gaillac and the beautiful red-brick city of Albi, both situated along the banks of the Tarn River. To the north are the beautiful departments of Aveyron and Lot. All of this contributes to a highly diverse array of flora and fauna in the surrounding area. Canoeing, caving, rock climbing, via ferrata, hiking, paragliding, biking, and more—there’s no shortage of activities in the area. Around the cottage, you’ll find plenty of flowers (in a natural meadow), especially in the spring, and a rich variety of wildlife, including birds, lizards, bats, deer, and more. And our two free-range laying hens. Of course, there are also medieval villages to visit, such as Cordes, Laguépie, Najac, St. Antonin, Penne, Bruniquel, and others. Or, if you prefer, just relax on the terrace or by the pool—it’s so peaceful!