The Chateau del Bosc, as described in the archives of the local village, Auzits, is in the Aveyron region of the Midi-Pirenees, 25 minutes from Rodez Airport, two hours from Toulouse and also accessible by train from Paris. In addition to the small consecrated chapel in the main house, it has a range of ancient outbuildings including a lookout tower and an authentic bakery. A winding forest road leads to this stone-built hilltop property, enjoying panoramic views of the countryside. The house has two and a half acres of private garden, including an outdoor dining terrace shaded by fig trees, a vegetable patch and an orchard with apples, pears, quinces, peaches, figs, vines and kiwi-fruit. A swimming pool with spectacular views will be available from early June 2006. Two donkeys, Paco and Rabanne, are permanent residents and very friendly towards guests. 

The Aveyron is one of the lesser known regions, though the Lot and the Tarn are both popular with tourists. It includes 12 of 'the most beautiful villages in France' and numerous places to walk or cycle through quiet country lanes and unspoilt countryside. You can water ski on the Lot river at Carjac or hire canoe/kayaks at bases on either the Lot or the beautiful Célé river and find places to fish, swim, and picnic. Cahors is the closest ‘fine’ wine region, but the Aveyron has easy access to all the best wines of France – in particular Bordeaux, but also the Languedoc, Hérault and Provence. Local food specialities include Roquefort, foie gras, confit of duck and goose. Ewes’ milk is used for other cheeses (pérail, tome, recuite) and in local cakes such as « flaune » Many other Aveyron specialities, that have kept their authentic flavour will tempt your palate : trenels, flambéd meats, charcuteries, fouaces , cake cooked on the spit not forgetting the local wines such as Marcillac. 

Bedroom one is a master bedroom with a double aspect over and spectacular views, and an en-suite bathroom. The beds are old French 'boat beds' slightly larger than a standard single, but smaller than a double. The second bedroom is a bed/sitting room off the main hall - so no steps (easy access for those with mobility problems). The bed is like the larger single in the master bedroom. There is also a spare folding bed for this room. The double bed in Bedroom 3 is comfortable and modern. The single (period) wooden beds in Bedroom 4 are smaller - would be ideal for children. 

The castle comprises 4 bedrooms in total; 1 double, 3 twin and 1 cots, 2 of the bedrooms with en-suite facilities. . This gives room for up to 8 people. Bed linen and towels are provided for your use.

The castle has 3 bathrooms and 3 WCs for your party's use.

The castle has television dvd. The music system will play cds, radio. If you need to keep in contact there is a telephone for incoming and outgoing calls.

There is room for 6 in the living room and 12 in the dining room. The open fire can be used to create a comfortable atmosphere. To prepare food you will find a cooker, an oven, a microwave, a fridge, a freezer, a kettle, a toaster. You will also find a dish washer, a washing machine, an iron and ironing board. The owner has also provided cutlery, crockery, glassware, cooking utensils.

This is a non-smoking castle

Pets are not welcome 

Property is suitable for wheelchairs
There is a bedroom on the ground floor and no stairs to this room or the kitchen and dining rooms. 

The castle is in a very quiet area. It has a private south facing swimming pool, a south facing garden, a south facing patio area, a south facing balcony, panoramic views, a barbeque. If you are driving there is private parking with the outside areas of the house having external lighting.

The castle is right beside walking, cycling, mountain biking, historic sites.

Close to the castle you will find horse riding, shopping areas, a restaurant, a food shop.

Within easy reach of the castle you will find swimming, fishing, climbing, golf, tennis, a museum, a theatre/cinema.

The castle is....

25 min from 25 km airport.
35 min from Rodez.
15 min from Decazeville.
45 min from Figeac.
60 min from Cahors.

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