You are in the Albigeois region, not far from the Gaillac vineyards, in this part of the Toulouse area known as “Occitan Tuscany.” At La Soursol, the phrase “haven of peace” is no cliché—you feel as if you’ve stepped out of time. The somewhat enigmatic name “La Soursol” hints at the presence of water—specifically, a spring on the property. The somewhat enigmatic name “La Soursol” certainly hints at the presence of water—specifically, a spring on the property. It is a charming farmhouse, several centuries old, situated on the banks of the Tarn. These historic buildings, renovated inside and carefully decorated in a traditional style, retain their red-brick walls and cobblestones patiently gathered from the bed of the Tarn. The old chicken coop, the woodshed, the chapel, and the former pigsties are arranged around a shaded, grassy patio lined with magnificent trees. The arcades all around evoke the image of a cloister. A recreation center is located 2 km away in Aiguelèze (swimming, water sports, tennis, golf, fishing)—a great opportunity for a pleasant bike ride. La Soursol, with its patio and large park, offers a sense of serenity in the heart of the Pays des Bastides, just a short distance from the bustling city of Albi—home to its famous Cité Épiscopale—and the thousand-year-old vineyards of Gaillac. ** THE COTTAGE ** A 150-square-meter building featuring a large open-concept living room and kitchen, a dining table, a lounge area with a TV and board games, and a restroom on the first floor. Fully equipped kitchen with oven, microwave, refrigerator with freezer compartment, dishwasher, filter coffee maker and Nespresso Vertuo® pod machine, electric kettle, and multi-function food processor (with meat grinder). Upstairs: three bedrooms (two with 90x190 cm bunk beds and a third bedroom with a 140x190 cm bed). Bathroom with a bathtub and sink. Very large garden where your children can run around and enjoy the playground equipment and swing set; beautiful covered patio, ideal for dining outdoors during hot weather or when the weather is inclement; charcoal grill. Electric heating and/or wood-burning stove. The owners live in the house next door, with separate entrance.