The Midi Pyrenees is situated in the heart of the south of france, it has a population of 2.5 million and the climate isfcontinental hot, it extends from the wooded hills of thefDordogne to the great river valleys of the majestic Pyrenees. It is one of the largest regions in the country, with a landscape of ancient towns and villages, Castles, Romanesque churches and an inexhaustable history. Its extensive agriculture makes it a region of farmers and peasants, producing a variety of crops, maize, soya,sunflowers, tobacco, wheat, tomatoes,beans, kiwis, melons,strawberries,apples, pears, plums and peaches. The gastronomic excellence of the Midi Pyrenees is unquestionable, whether you dine in a Relaise-Chateau or in a local bar, you will taste wonderful foie gras,cassoulet, roquefort,and drink wonderful local wines such as Fronton,Gaillac,Cahors and Armagnac  We are located in the small, pretty village of Gaudies, it has a small community and an impressive Chateau. The riverHers runs through the village, and is ideal for picnics,walking, cycling, fishing and swimming .Gaudies lies on the border of the Ariege and the Aude. The villages of Belpech and Bastide De Lordat are 2 miles away, Mazeress approx 4 miles, The local villages hold weekly markets with fetes, and festivals throughout the summer, Belpech has a restaurant/bar, small shops, supermarkets, banks,Pharmacy, doctor, dentist, hairdresser.Mirepoix, the beautiful 13th century medieval town is around15 minutes away, it has a very vibrant atmosphere, with many festivals, markets, dancing, music, artisans and a variety of cultural activities. Sit at one of the many cafes and restaurantshat form the medieval square and watch the world go by Pamiers is a 15min drive away with its impressive Cathedral,twice weekly market, summer fetes and festivals, main supermarkets shops.Pamiers also has night clubs and a large choice of restaurantsThere are lakes for watersport within 25 minutes and horse riding close by. 3 golf courses are around a 40 minute drive.Foix and Carcassonne with their cathar castles a are accessible within 45mins as is Toulouse.The Mediteranean coast or tax free Andorra are just about an hour and a half away

 Travel suggestions

• Low cost flights:

• Ryanair

• Stanstead to Carcasonne.

• Dublin to Carcasonne

• Flybe--

• Bristol and Gatwick to Toulouse.

• B.A

• Gatwick to Toulouse

• Easyjet-

• Gatwick to Toulouse

• rental cars available from both airports

Car: From Cherbourg /Calais etc approx 9 hours plus stops

Train: (TGV) transport you and your car to Toulouse

Certes is easy to find, on the D road between Belpech and

Pamiers, turn off at the sign for the village of Gaudies, once in

the village square with the church on your left and the river infront of you,it is sign posted to Certes on your right and also

sign posted on the short drive to Certes

Direction from CarcassoneTurn right out of airport and follow

directions to Montreal, carry on to Fanjeaux keeping on this roac

and immeadiately after Fanjeaux turn right direction Belpech.

Follow signs for Belpech and drive through the village passing

the bar/restaurant La Vixiene on your left and after crossing the

bridge take the first left turn. Turn right almost immeadiately

afterwards, direction Gaudies.You will see the sign for Certes at

the crossroads, turn left up the hill and enter CertesDirection from ToulouseYou are best to take the motorwayfrom

Toulouse direction Montpellier, follow this until the right turn on

to the motorway for Foix and Andorra, take this and exit at the

Mazeres turn off.At the first roundabout head for Mazeres,at the

second roundabout head for Belpech, take a right turn off this

road direction Gaudies.Drive into Gaudies village square, once

in the village square with the church on your left and the river in

front of you,it is sign posted to Certes on your right, and also

sign posted on the short drive to Certes.