Renovated barn - Scenic spot with views of the valleys and mountains | House in Arreau

An authentic 205 m² stone-and-wood Pyrenean sheepfold, south-facing and set on a wooded plot above Arreau at an altitude of 750 m. It offers a secluded feel yet is just 250 m from the village square and local shops, and 800 m from a "Carrefour Contact" supermarket.
ARREAU, a designated "Town of Art and History," sits at the crossroads of the Aure, Louron, Bareilles, Barrancoueu, and Ardengost valleys, at the foot of two legendary Tour de France mountain passes: the Col d'Aspin and the Col de Peyresourde. Nearby passes include Azet, Hourquette d'Ancizan, Portet, and Tourmalet. It is just 30 minutes from Spain (Upper Aragon with its canyons—a guaranteed change of scenery).
This exceptional location offers a wide range of options for your excursions.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE GITE
- A small south-facing viewing area overlooking the valleys and mountains.
- Guaranteed peace and quiet; no major roads nearby, and the access road ends at the property.
- A choice of 4 ski resorts; the nearest ski lifts are 10–15 minutes away.
- 2 thermal spa/leisure centers within 10–15 minutes.
- Local shops 250 m away; Carrefour Contact 800 m away.
- Private, enclosed parking.
- Electric vehicle charging stations available at two parking lots in the village.
DESCRIPTION: A converted 205 m² barn, south-facing, set on a fully fenced, wooded 950 m² plot – electric heating – two 300-liter hot water tanks.
Garden level: Travertine flooring throughout.
- Dining room with a solid wood table (elm) – seats 14–16 people. - Living Room 1: Large fireplace + wood-burning stove (wood provided) - Radio - 126 cm Android LED TV (Netflix, etc.).
- Living Room 2: South-facing (sunroom/veranda) with barrel-style bar - Phone chargers (USB and wireless/induction) – 400W Bluetooth speaker – Dartboard.
- Internet connection (free).
- Open-plan solid wood (oak) kitchen with 6m counter: Induction cooktop - Electric oven - Microwave - Refrigerator (376L) / Freezer (124L) - Dishwasher - Food processor - Blender - Mini chopper - Toaster + 4-slice toaster - 2 filter coffee makers + 2 Nespresso machines ("L'Or Barista" by Philips, for single and double capsules) - 1-liter cast-iron teapot - 2 kettles - Pressure cooker - 4 stainless steel stockpots (17–30 cm dia.) - 1 wok (37 cm dia.) - 3 frying pans - 2 sauté pans - 2 electric fondue sets (16 people) - Raclette sets (16 people) - Electric crêpe maker (1–6 capacity) - 2 induction-compatible crêpe pans - 20 serving dishes (various sizes/shapes) - Baking molds - Kitchen scale - 2 dinnerware sets - 2 cutlery sets (including steak knives and oyster knives) - Approx. 70 glasses (water, wine, flutes, etc.) - Ice bucket - Champagne bucket with stoppers - 2 freezer-style bottle coolers. Waste: Recycling facilities provided.
Provided: Basic kitchen essentials (cleaning products, dish soap and tablets, sponges, tea towels). Provided: basic cooking ingredients (oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, herbs/spices).
- Laundry room: Washing machine - Tumble dryer - Sink - 230L refrigerator - Vacuum cleaners - Iron - Boot dryer - Picnic gear (cooler, full set of tableware, airtight food containers, ice packs) - Baby equipment provided: 2 travel cots - 2 booster seats - high chair - baby bath - changing table - potty.
- Bedroom 1: 1 x 160cm bed + 1 x 80cm bed with 96cm HD LED TV - En-suite shower room and toilet: 80 x 200cm shower - double vanity - hairdryer - bath mat. All bedside lamps are equipped with 2 USB ports.
- Bedroom 2: 1 x 160cm bed - En-suite shower room and separate toilet: 90 x 160cm shower (travertine) - single vanity - hairdryer - bath mat. All bedside lamps are equipped with 2 USB ports.
Upper floor: floating wood flooring.
- 1 bedroom: 1 x 160cm bed + 1 x 80cm bed. All bedside lamps are equipped with 2 USB ports.
- 1 bedroom: 1 x 160cm bed + 1 x 80cm bed. All bedside lamps are equipped with 2 USB ports.
- 1 bedroom: 3 x 80cm beds (can be joined together). All bedside lamps are equipped with 2 USB ports.
- Landing: 1 x 140cm fold-out sofa bed (BZ style). Bedside lamp equipped with 2 USB ports. - Shower room: 80 x 120 shower – double vanity – hairdryer – bath mat.
- Separate toilet.
For added convenience, we offer a complete bed linen set (duvet cover, fitted sheet, pillowcase) plus one hand towel and one bath towel: €15 for an 80cm bed, €25 for a 160cm bed (per person, on request).
Duvets and pillows are provided. 160cm beds: 220 x 240 duvets – 80cm beds: 140 x 220 duvets.
Cleaning service on request: €95.
Outdoor area:
- Enclosed property and parking. Compost bin.
- Covered dining area with 3 tables (seating 14–16) and armchairs; charcoal barbecue (80x40 cm); paella pans (diameters 65, 45, and 35 cm—also suitable for use as a *plancha* griddle) with a 3-ring gas burner; mini-fridge; ice maker; Seb beer tap (for 5L kegs).
- Pergola terrace: outdoor seating area with table and armchairs.
- Courtyard: outdoor seating area with tables and sun loungers.
- Table tennis.

Renovated barn - Scenic spot with views of the valleys and mountains is located in Arreau. Renovated barn - Scenic spot with views of the valleys and mountains provides accommodation, featuring Designated Smoking Area, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, among other amenities. This House features Pet Friendly, Designated Smoking Area and Bedding to make your stay a comfortable one.

Renovated barn - Scenic spot with views of the valleys and mountains has 5 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 16 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Arreau has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Arreau, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.