Le Farat

The Chambre du Jardin is a large bed and breakfast suite (23mx5m) consisting of three rooms (bedroom, with beamed and open ceilings, lounge/dining area with TV, DVD and wifi, a large light and airy marble bathroom and walk-in wardrobe). It is has its own private lounge and dining area as well as a separate access to the private garden to enjoy a good book and a glass of local wine!

It is ideal for wedding nights, anniversaries and honeymoons, or those looking for a special short break away from the pressures of everyday life. With a superb restaurant within 1km, a large and comprehensive continental breakfast and homemade jams, what more could you ask for...oh yes, homemade cake on arrival...

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Please note La Chambre du Jardin is closed from 1st November 2014 to 28th March 2015

Le Farat is a beautiful stone manor house constructed over 200 year ago. It was originally at the centre of an extensive vineyard property but but in the 1900's the vines were removed and the property was converted to a farm. The buildings have undergone few changes over the years and the sympathetic restoration has maintained many of the original features, incuding stone walls, beams and even a feed trough in La Maison de Campagne!

Since 2010 considerable work has been undertaken at Le Farat to create luxury accommodation with traditional stylish and authentic charm but with all the comforts of modern living. Each property has its own private outside space and with its own style is furnished with an eclectic mix of traditional French antique furniture and sumptuous linens and fabrics.

We are fortunate to live in a stunning part of France and as such want to share with you some of the delights we have started to take for granted!

For centuries wine has been an integral part of life here. While other regions spent years publicising their wines and gaining worldwide acclaim, the locals here in the Tarn et Garonne chose to keep their wine to themselves, and therefore much of the region’s wine has crept under the radar. We feel it deserves recognition and wanted to share with you some of the truly wonderful discoveries we have made. We are not a large company or a wine marketing machine, but just a normal ex-pat English family keen to give others the opportunity to experience our way of life here and to provide tailored experiences for wine lovers.

Our region is known as the garden of France because we possess such a wide variety of produce. Famed for fois gras and truffles, acres of sunflower fields which produce delicious oils, cherries, apricots, prunes, melons and even kiwis. That’s all before we mention the vineyards! Row upon row of vines bearing grapes not only for the delicious local wines but also Armagnac.

There are those who know their wines and those who do not. Our wine tasting experience will appeal to both camps. Our highly experienced team have the knowledge to introduce connoisseurs to some of the best wines produced here in the glorious South West. They will also assist those less experienced to sample these wines and give advice on the best buys.

Day 1 - Arrival
Buffet Meal of local produce with wine

Day 2 - Auvillar Village Tour and Light Lunch at local restaurant

Listed as one of France’s 155 Plus Beaux Villages de France and an important stop on the famous pilgrims walking route GR65 Chemin de Saint Jacques de Compostelle (that passes through the village en route to Lourdes and Santiago de Compostella in Northern Spain), Auvillar is a medieval bastide village overlooking the Garonne valley with far reaching views. For hundreds of years it was an important trading point between Bordeaux and Toulouse and was most famous for its pottery. Giséle Chambaron, born and bred in Auvillar, will take you on a short walking tour of the village.

A Wine Professional at Le Farat

You will spend a relaxing afternoon whilst our wine professional takes you on an amazing virtual wine tour of the region with some local growers from Domaine de Brulhois and Domain de Saint Sardos in attendance. There will be plenty of opportunity to taste a fantastic range of wines and as this will all take place here at Le Farat, you won’t have to worry about driving back afterwards!

Dinner at Le Petit Palais, Auvillar

Day 3 - Traditional Carriage Ride and Tour of Local Vineyard with Picnic Lunch

We will travel in style with Philippe and his beautiful Breton horses in a traditional carriage from Le Farat to our local vineyard Domaine de Thermes. You will receive a guided tour of the vines, detailed information on how the grapes are grown, which grape varieties are used in the region and a breakdown of the wine-making process!

Vineyard picnic lunch
An afternoon Wine and Cheese Masterclass with a Sommelier

Our is happy to share his knowledge on the best wine for each type of food from entrée, plat, desert as well as what to drink with cheese and aperitifs!

Dinner at the Auberge De Bardigues

Day 4 - Magnificent Guided Vineyard Tour

You will be taken on a tour of the beautiful vineyard of Domaine d’Arton which is just 20 minutes away. It produces many different types of wine from sweet aperitif white wines to dry whites, rosés, reds and even Armagnac. All magnificent and you won’t believe the prices!

Although lunch is not planned for this trip, it can be arranged depending on your own particular itinerary.

To offer as much flexibility as possible, you are free to book some or all of these activities. We do, however, require a minimum of 6 people in order to run each activity.

For guidance, total cost with all options included €585 per person
* all activities offer English spoken guides or translation services
* flights and car hire at your own expense
* minimum 6 people
* maximum 10 people