Tree House Resort in Gascony Regional Park
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Info sheet: Tree house resort in Gascony Regional Park Tree house resort in Gascony Regional Park Located in the heart of Gascony Regional Park, these tree houses offer a once-in-a-lifetime holiday experience. Embark on a true nature escape among the trees, sleeping beneath the stars and enjoying outdoor activities such as swimming, hiking, canoeing or cycling! Your holidays at a glance Unforgettable holidays with your family In the heart of a pine forest nature reserve south of Bordeaux Certified eco-housing Supervised activities for children during peak season (French) Natural swimming pool Organic meals (optional) Numerous hiking & bike routes Bus transfer from Langon train station upon request Free pick-up service from the local bus station France écotours GmbH - Im Ökohaus - Kasseler Str. 1a - 60486 Frankfurt - Germany Tel: +49 (0) 69-97788677 - [email protected] www.france-ecotours.com 1 Info sheet: Tree house resort in Gascony Regional Park Table of contents Tree house resort in Gascony Regional Park.............................................................................................. 1 Your holidays at a glance ............................................................................................................................. 1 Table of contents.......................................................................................................................................... 2 The tree house resort .................................................................................................................................. 3 Additional information ................................................................................................................................. 4 Travel dates 2015 ............................................................................................................................ 4 Prices 2015 ....................................................................................................................................... 4 Includes/excludes ............................................................................................................................ 4 Number of guests per tree house .................................................................................................. 4 Weather forecast ............................................................................................................................. 4 Your tree house ............................................................................................................................... 5 The main building ............................................................................................................................ 5 Check-in and check-out ................................................................................................................... 5 Access to the tree houses ............................................................................................................... 5 Important notes ............................................................................................................................... 5 How to get there ............................................................................................................................. 5 Gascony Regional Park ................................................................................................................................. 6 Our certification ........................................................................................................................................... 7 We’re happy to help! ................................................................................................................................... 8 France écotours GmbH - Im Ökohaus - Kasseler Str. 1a - 60486 Frankfurt - Germany Tel: +49 (0) 69-97788677 - [email protected] www.france-ecotours.com 2 Info sheet: Tree house resort in Gascony Regional Park The tree house resort Situated in the heart of a nature reserve, these ecological, modern country-style tree houses completely blend in with their natural surroundings. The eight meter tall dwellings are built from wood and insulated with wood fiber to curb their ecological footprint while their spacious interior and transparent roof provide plenty of room and a clear view of the sky. The bathroom is located on the ground floor. Climbing the internal and external stairs that lead to the deck and living room, you will be able to appreciate the landscape construction skills that went into designing these dwellings. The tree houses are spaced out to allow for an unobstructed view and all the intimacy you need. The large deck offers a view of the lake and the forest. A natural swimming pool, a small organic food store, numerous hiking trails and bicycle tracks, canoeing and nature walks round off the offerings. An on-site photovoltaic system produces renewable energy. Hot water is generated through a solar thermal system while a vegetated pond serves a natural waste water disposal. Tree house for 4-5 people Roofed deck Private shower in the main building Interior – example France écotours GmbH - Im Ökohaus - Kasseler Str. 1a - 60486 Frankfurt - Germany Tel: +49 (0) 69-97788677 - [email protected] www.france-ecotours.com 3 Info sheet: Tree house resort in Gascony Regional Park Additional information Travel dates 2015 The tree house resort is open between April 4th and October 11th, 2015. Weekly rental only. Between mid-June and mid-September, weekly rental from Saturday through Saturday only. Prices 2015 Prices per tree house per week – minimum stay: 1 week (7 days). 2-3 person tree 4-5 person tree house house Off season: EUR 654 EUR 734 Apr 11th – Jun 7th & Sep 6th – Oct 12th Secondary season: EUR 734 EUR 814 Jun 7th – Jul 5th & Aug 23rd – Sep 6th Peak season: EUR 774 EUR 854 Jul 5th – Aug 23rd Meals (Payment on site – please indicate upon registration) Children (4-10 Adults Prices per person per meal years) Organic breakfast (Delivered to your tree house) EUR 7 EUR 5 Organic meal (Main course + dessert) EUR 17.50 EUR 10.50 From EUR 14 From EUR 4 per Tent site in front of your tree house per day day Includes/excludes Price includes: 7 nights in a tree house, one shower cabin per tree house, use of sanitary facilities, use of the common kitchen and natural swimming pool, supervised children’s activities (in July & August) Price excludes: Train or airfares to/from the tree house resort, meals, travel cancellation insurance. Upon request: (please indicate upon booking – payment on site) French organic meals, French organic breakfast Number of guests per tree house Tree house type 1: 2 to 3 guests Tree house type 2: 4 to 5 guests Weather forecast The official online weather forecast for France can be found here: www.meteo.fr (In French). You can also have a look on http://www.weatheronline.co.uk/France.htm. In the event of unforeseen circumstances, such as extreme weather conditions, the on-site team may be forced to alter or cancel your stay. In this case, you will be offered alternative accommodation in the area or you may reschedule your vacation. France écotours GmbH - Im Ökohaus - Kasseler Str. 1a - 60486 Frankfurt - Germany Tel: +49 (0) 69-97788677 - [email protected] www.france-ecotours.com 4 Info sheet: Tree house resort in Gascony Regional Park Your tree house The tree houses are 8 metres (26ft) tall, offering a large interior (19m²/204ft²) as well as a spacious deck (12m²/130ft²). The bathroom on the ground floor contains an odor-free composting toilet (toilet paper included) and a sink while each unit is allocated a private shower located in the main building. Each tree house comes with a queen-size bed, 1-3 twin beds, 1 table, up to 5 chairs, and a storage compartment. Pillows and blankets are included. Bed sheets and towels are available for rent on site (please indicate upon booking). The decks are equipped with a safety mesh and the staircases are secured with a handrail and safety net. Storm lanterns will allow you to enjoy long evenings outside. Upon request, breakfast will be delivered to the bottom of your tree house (optional extra). The main building Showers, a laundry room, and a shared kitchen (3 refrigerators, 2 gas burners, 2 sinks, dishes and sponges available) are located in the main building. Check-in and check-out Between early April and mid-October, arrivals should be scheduled between 4 and 7pm. Please make sure to notify the owners of any late arrival. You will be asked for a safety deposit for each tree house. Check-out time is 11am. Upon departure, please make sure to leave your tree house in a clean state. Otherwise cleaning charges may apply. Access to the tree houses The tree houses are accessible through exterior and interior stairs which do not require any special equipment aside from sturdy shoes. Wearing high heels is not recommended! Important notes People suffering from heart conditions, fear of heights or somnambulism are not allowed It is strictly forbidden to smoke or barbecue! Unfortunately, pets are not allowed, as the tree houses are part of a “Natura 2000” nature reserve At least one adult is required per tree house Parents are liable for their children’s actions Your fellow holiday-makers in the tree house resort will be mostly French families with children How to get there By train: You can take the TGV train to Bordeaux and then the regional train to Langon. From there, a bus will take you