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Cottage in a Charming Shepherd’s House, Vast Private Land in the Heart of the Pyrenees

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A stone building with a paved driveway and a large tree in front.
A living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.
A living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, a wooden bench, a fireplace, and a television.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a clock on the wall, and a view of the outdoors through a glass door.
A rustic interior with a wooden dining table, chairs, a fireplace, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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CASTET
  • Place, Ossau Valley Trail
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Ossau Valley Trail
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Le Petit Train d'Artouste
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pau (PUF-Pau - Pyrenees)
    ‪66 min drive‬

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About the area

Castet

At this holiday home, you'll be 7 km (4.4 mi) from Ossau Valley Trail and 13 km (8.1 mi) from Ossau Valley Trail. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features a patio, a TV and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. .In proximity to this Castet holiday home you'll find Pyrénées National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Ossau Valley Trail - 14 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Ossau Valley Trail - 25 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Ossau Valley Trail - 31 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Gourette Ski Resort - 37 min drive - 29.7 km
  • Le Petit Train d'Artouste - 45 min drive - 40.9 km

Getting around

  • Arudy Station - 23 min drive
  • Lourdes (LDE-Tarbes - Lourdes - Pyrenees Intl.) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hôtel d'Ossau - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Le Pourquois Pas - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪crêperie fleur de sel - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Le Pamplona - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Au Magasin - ‬21 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cottage in a Charming Shepherd’s House, Vast Private Land in the Heart of the Pyrenees

Perched at 870 m on the Castet plateau, this renovated former sheepfold offers a rare and authentic experience in the Béarn mountains. Here, you have no immediate neighbors—just total immersion in nature, surrounded by alpine meadows, free-roaming animals, and hiking trails starting right from the property. If you seek fresh air, tranquility, and a true escape, this is the perfect place.



With 90 m², the house accommodates up to 8 guests with 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, TV, washing machine, and a private garden with barbecue. The uncovered private terrace lets you admire exceptional views.



Rental conditions:

A security deposit is required upon arrival; without it, the owner may cancel your booking.



- Bed linens available for rent on request and for an extra fee.

- Water is not drinkable (one bottle of water per person per day is provided).

- No internet or Wi-Fi, but 4G/5G is available at low to medium speed.



Highlights:

- Self-sufficient retreat: solar electricity and rainwater (not drinkable)

- 4 enclosed outdoor parking spaces

- Pets allowed

- Shared storage for bikes and ski gear

- Car access recommended (paved road)



Nearby activities:

- Many hiking trails on foot or with donkeys

- Local market

- Hikes from the house to Pic d’Ossau, Plateau de Bénou, or mountain lakes

- Nature walks in the Ossau Valley

- Ski resort and panoramic tourist train nearby

- Climbing, canyoning, mountain biking, and river fishing

- Discover typical Béarn villages and local cuisine.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts cash. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Cottage in a Charming Shepherd’s House, Vast Private Land in the Heart of the Pyrenees have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Cottage in a Charming Shepherd’s House, Vast Private Land in the Heart of the Pyrenees?

No, Cottage in a Charming Shepherd’s House, Vast Private Land in the Heart of the Pyrenees does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Cottage in a Charming Shepherd’s House, Vast Private Land in the Heart of the Pyrenees?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

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