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Maison de la Fontaine

1 rue de la fontaine, 64190 Araux, France
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Maison de la Fontaine
Ranked #1 of 1 Araux B&B and Inns
5.0 of 5 stars 68 Reviews
5 May 2012 -
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7 November 2011 -
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Cary, North Carolina
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

Just a fantastic place to stay. A reconstructed French farmhouse in an old village. Jon, the owner has done a superb job of the reconstruction as attested to by many others. Valerie, who cooks and cleans when Jon is not available cooked a classic 4 course French meal for us the first night. Delicious, far too much and not outrageous... More

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New Jersey
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 November 2011

but what a night! I wish we could have stayed longer. Very comfortable beds, fantastic breakfast, pleasant host. Great dogs, too. We took advantage of having dinner there as well - the best dinner of our trip!

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Abingdon, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 October 2011
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An interesting house with a nice pool to laze by and gardens to stroll in plus an interesting menagerie of domestic animals in the paddock. Jonathon gave us a warm welcome and insight in what to see and where to eat in the surrounding area. He speaks perfect English and good French. We enjoyed visiting Salies de Bearne (a pretty... More

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Sydney, Australia
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 September 2011
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This would have to be the best B&B my wife and I have stayed at. The hosts were extraordinarily friendly and we not only were spoilt rotten but made some great friends. The setting in Araux is beautiful and there is a great selection of restaurants and things to do in the area. Would highly recommend and don't forget to... More

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Paris, France
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 August 2011

A fabulous place to stay in this tiny village in a splendid region. Jon Siviter and his lovely family will welcome you and for sure make your stay unforgettable. Not to mention the warm welcome of their three sweet little dogs, the rabbits, chickens and the most funny and friendly little pot-belly pig, Frances Bacon! The house itself is a... More

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Weston-super-Mare
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 August 2011

I stayed here with my two daughters, age 6 and 8 respectively, for four nights and we had a wonderful time. We received a warm welcome from Kate and Jon and their daughter Clare, who continued to be the most considerate, generous and companiable hosts for the rest of our stay. Maison de la Fontaine is beautifully restored and luxuriously... More

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Bucks
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 August 2011

A beautiful house in a peaceful setting.Kate,John and family made us extremely welcome. On arrival John greeted us with welcome cold beers,&Kate cooked us a wonderful meal which we ate with the family and other guests .An evening we will remember for a long time to come.The peach tart is still being talked about!Conversation flowed along with the wine.Helen and... More

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Cambridge, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 August 2011

Immediately, upon arrival, I was instantly warmed by the family's approachable and hospitable nature. It is a wonderful setting with tastefully decorated bedrooms accompanied with literature galore. It has an exuberant feel with two lovely, well mannered daughters and a whole menagerie of animaux. A visit to the pig is a must! In all, a delightful stay with warm hospitality,... More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia, USA
2 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 July 2011
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There are likely to be, somewhere, more attentive hosts than the Siviters, but it is also likely that you will have to travel far and wide to find them. Breakfast wishes, dinner reservations, trip suggestions, maps--often before you think of asking because you are enjoying the terrific breakfast, or lost in the huge book collection, or smiling at the family... More

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bearnanglais, Propriétaire at Maison de la Fontaine, responded to this review
17 July 2011

Thank you so much Marcelo and Ted. It was a great pleasure to have you stay with us and hope to see you again. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2011

Simply a perfect place to stay - a beautiful and traditional house,surrounded by stunning countryside, and a wonderful host. I cannot think of a fault and would highly reccommend staying here to everyone! Ideal for a relaxing break.

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1 rue de la fontaine, 64190 Araux, France
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