The chateau is a special place in south west France, sitting on a hill surrounded by 360 degree panoramic views of farmland and the mystical Pyrenees beyond, an extra large terrace winds it’s way around the house. highlights are… a heated swimming pool , tennis court , billiard room , fun club with a bar and dance floor , ping pong, croquet , boule and it’s own private chapel . 10 minutes from Pamiers with à beautiful square , Foix is 20 minutes and the medieval town of Mirepoix is 40 minutes The space Arriving at chateau Rouzaud is a joyous event in itself. As you wind your way through verdant, patchwork hills at the foot of the majestic Pyrénées mountains, your spirits are instantly lifted. Then curious anticipation sets in as you approach the small farming hamlet where a quaint country road rolls over a hill and leads to the entrance, where you start your way down the long, private drive. Here, you have already left the world behind, but nothing quite prepares you for your first sight of the château. Sitting on a hill, surrounded by 360 degree views over beautiful countryside and the Pyrénées beyond, it is clear that this is a special place and a private retreat you will not want to leave. The whole estate comprises of the main chateau with its adjoining farmhouse sleeping 10 guests and 2 separate cottages sleeping a further 2 guests each, for a total maximum capacity of 14 Farmhouse (10 guests) Ground Floor Main entrance hall Dining room Fully equipped kitchen Large drawing room with bar Shower room with washbasin and WC Guest WC Billiard room/utility room (dividing the chateau from the farmhouse) First Floor (accessed through main staircase off hall) Two large master bedrooms with king-size beds, dressing rooms with walk-in wardrobes, en-suite bathrooms with showers, washbasins and WCs with one featuring an adjoining tower room with bathtub One small bedroom with queen size bed Bathroom with shower, washbasin and WC First Floor (accessed through second staircase) Small library area Evening/Disco/Games room with balcony with tables and chairs (can also be accessed from the backstairs of the farmhouse) Farmhouse Interior Ground Floor Small kitchen (with backstairs leading up to disco/games room) Small sitting room with log-fire First Floor (accessed through backstairs off kitchen) Double bedroom with king size bed, dressing room with walk-in wardrobe and en-suite bathroom Double bedroom with king size bed and adjoining balcony (doors opening onto disco/games room) Bathroom with shower, washbasin and WC Double bedroom with king size bed, dressing room with walk-in wardrobe and en-suite bathroom with shower, washbasin and WC Second Floor Twin bedroom (with low beam) with 2 single beds and en-suite shower room with washbasin and WC Pool Cottage Interior (2 guests) Ground Floor Fully equipped kitchen Drawing room Guest WC Terrace Open Mezzanine King-size bedroom with en-suite bathroom with shower, washbasin and WC Cottage in the Woods Interior (2 guests) Double bedroom Shower room Terrace Outside Grounds Private heated swimming pool (size: 14mx6m/shape: rectangular) with automatic security hard cover Outdoor dining area Tennis court Private chapel Private small lake with boat (not suitable for swimming) Barbecue Boules Farmhouse (10 guests) Ground Floor Main entrance hall Dining room Fully equipped kitchen Large drawing room with bar Shower room with washbasin and WC Guest WC Billiard room/utility room (dividing the chateau from the farmhouse) First Floor (accessed through main staircase off hall) Two large master bedrooms with king-size beds, dressing rooms with walk-in wardrobes, en-suite bathrooms with showers, washbasins and WCs with one featuring an adjoining tower room with bathtub One small bedroom with queen size bed Bathroom with shower, washbasin and WC First Floor (accessed through second staircase) Small library area Evening/Disco/Games room with balcony with tables and chairs (can also be accessed from the backstairs of the farmhouse) Farmhouse Interior Ground Floor Small kitchen (with backstairs leading up to disco/games room) Small sitting room with log-fire First Floor (accessed through backstairs off kitchen) Double bedroom with king size bed, dressing room with walk-in wardrobe and en-suite bathroom Double bedroom with king size bed and adjoining balcony (doors opening onto disco/games room) Bathroom with shower, washbasin and WC Double bedroom with king size bed, dressing room with walk-in wardrobe and en-suite bathroom with shower, washbasin and WC Second Floor Twin bedroom (with low beam) with 2 single beds and en-suite shower room with washbasin and WC Pool Cottage Interior (2 guests) Ground Floor Fully equipped kitchen Drawing room Guest WC Terrace Open Mezzanine King-size bedroom with en-suite bathroom with shower, washbasin and WC Cottage in the Woods Interior (2 guests) Double bedroom Shower room Terrace Outside Grounds Private heated swimming pool (size: 14mx6m/shape: rectangular) with automatic security hard cover Outdoor dining area Tennis court Private chapel Private small lake with boat (not suitable for swimming) Barbecue Zip wire Boules pitch Covered parking space - Sunbeds and parasols Guest access Guests have access to the whole property. Other things to note The property sits in the middle of the Cathars land, a stunning area full of beautiful hiking paths, ancient castles and market towns. A trip to the ruins of the Château de Montsegur, one of the last Cathar strongholds, should not be missed. Pamiers is only 15 minutes away and offers all amenities, such as cafés, bars, a supermarket, bakeries and restaurants, not to mention its lively Saturday market. Foix, with its medieval castle located on a rocky hill overlooking the Ariège and Arge rivers, is just 30 minutes away. Take a stroll in the old town, exploring its narrow streets, pretty squares with ancient abbeys, local restaurants and authentic shops. There is a also a superb market every Friday. The bastide town of Mirepoix is also within easy reach: a vibrant gem, with one of the best markets in France on a Monday and hosting plenty of festivals and events throughout the year. The Ariège department is considered the flower garden of Europe offering 3000 species of flowers, 160 of which are unique to the area - a paradise for flower- and bird-watchers. Furthermore, the château is only 55 minutes from Ax Les-Thermes, a charming ski resort with a hot spring and hiking in the summer. The fortified city of Carcassonne is located about one hour south from the chateau and is a must see. Its famous summer festival, brings together over 100 performances, including opera, dance, theatre and music, most of which you can watch free of charge. A bit further afield, the town of Albi boasting formidable architectural features, is well worth a day trip out. Finally, bear in mind that the Tour de France runs close by, Andorra is just one hour and a half away and the Spanish border is not too far either! LOCAL AMENITIES Nearest supermarket: 10 minutes Nearest market: 15 minutes Nearest pharmacy: 10 minutes Nearest bar:10 minutes