Domaine de Terrac

The Pyrenees


Awaken to the sound of birdsong in the valley from this hillside guesthouse 30km west of Foix. Set in a beautifully restored 200-year-old farmhouse, the Domaine de Terrac has five sunny rooms set with quality furnishings and polished wood floors (two rooms also have private balconies). The Welsh-Québecois owners make guests feel right at home.

The sauna and hot tub are nice extras.


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