Helios apartments in Bareges

(and a lovely house in Luz, see below)

Our very comfortable Helios apartments have a magnificent mountain location in the spa village of Bareges, both have superb views over the surrounding mountains and easy access to both footpaths and the ski slopes. In summer there is a heated open-air swimming pool. The Helios is a listed historical building, our apartments have a 3 star classification.

Both our apartments now have free high speed wi-fi access.

If you are looking for a larger property in this beautiful region we now offer the superb Maison des Montagnes in historic Luz Saint Sauveur (see details below), it has a great location for both summer and winter stays. The house has four bedrooms (one is a huge family space), it is beautifully finished and can sleep up to 16 people.

We have two adjoining apartments in the Helios each sleeping up to six people. Both apartments have off-street parking, a swimming pool (small charge, open July and August), ski store, and squash court. The apartments are well equipped with dishwashers, washing machines, hi-fi, satellite tv.

The elegant Helios building is located in the centre of Bareges and is a listed historical building, the village shops and restaurants are all within a couple of minutes walk.The Helios was originally constructed in the nineteenth century as a hotel by the Rothschild family before being recently converted into apartments.

Bareges is a delightful Napoleonic spa village with the largest ski area in the Pyrenees, it lies on the fringe of the National Park in an area of outstanding natural beauty, making it the ideal ideal summer base for exploring.

For skiers we organise airport transfers, lift passes, equipment hire and ski school as required. Go to our ski pages for resort info, lift pass rates, photos, travel etc etc

Upon arrival you will receive our comprehensive package of local information which includes walking routes, cycling routes, wildlife information, places to visit, markets, restaurants. Summer visitors can join in with any of our organised activities - guided walks, wildlife outings, transport drops...

We have access to other apartments within the Helios complex and elsewhere in Bareges, we also have a superb house in the centre of Luz Saint Sauveur which sleeps up to 14 persons, see below...

See my holiday home 75521 on HomeAway Holiday-Rentals

Helios 106

50m2. Two-bedroom first floor apartment sleeping 2–6, on two levels:

Lower level — lounge / dining area with flat-screen satellite TV, DVD and hi-fi, well-equipped kitchen with dishwasher and washing machine, toilet. There are two double sofa beds in the lounge.

Upper level — double bedroom with double bed, second bedroom with bunk beds, bathroom with shower and toilet.

There is a large (18m2) terrace which overlooks Montagne Fleurie and St Justin. Large high windows offer clear views onto the surrounding mountains, the apartment faces north and west.

106 living area, terrace and double bedroom

Helios 107

46.5m2. Two-bedroom apartment sleeping 2–6, on two levels. Large high windows offer clear views onto St Justin and the Ardiden massif. The apartment faces west.

Lower level — lounge/dining area with flat-screen satellite TV, well-equipped kitchen with dishwasher and washing machine, toilet. There is a fold-down double bed in the lounge.

Upper level — double bedroom with double bed, second bedroom with twin beds (possibility to add a third single), bathroom with bath and shower over.

107 bedroom 1

107 lounge

107 bedroom 2

Helios Rental rates 2013/14 (7 nights), bedlinen is included

May: £425
June: £495
July / August: £575
September: £475
October: £425

(Add £20 for Helios 106 summer)

2014

Early ski: 23 Nov - 21 Dec £525
Xmas: 21 - 28 Dec £875
New Year: 28 Dec - 4 Jan £895
January: 4 Jan - 1 Feb £525
Early Feb: 1 - 15 Feb £645
Feb hols: 15 Feb - 15 Mar £895
End March : £525

Easter hols : £645

And just look at the superb scenery on your doorstep ...

Lac de Gaube Cirque de Gavarnie

Easy footpaths above Bareges The Aygues Cluses valley

'We stayed in Helios 107 last year and 106 this time. Both apartments were very clean and kitted out with all you could wish for. Peter and Jude, the owners, live locally and are able to answer every query plus they make every effort to make your stay as hassle free as possible. Peter collected us from the airport at Pau and Jude welcomed us at the apartment. They organised ski passes for us and advised ski hire and ski school that we were coming and we got special rates.

Bareges is a completely unspoilt village with butcher, baker, small Spa type shop and some excellent bars and restaurants. The village boasts a thermal spa which is being completely refurbished and updated and will be great once it's finished. I was only able to use a part of it, however it's due to be finished at the end of February 2009.

My husband and son have enjoyed excellent skiing this year. All the runs were open, the snow was superb and it was never horrendously busy. I was able to go on some walks even though there was lots of snow and best of all the sun shone every day. I also took a local bus down the valley to Luz St Sauveur where I visited their thermal baths.

Peter and Jude have put together a brilliant info folder that gives lots of ideas on how to pass your time whilst staying in their apartments during both winter and summer seasons. Their website has lots more information too.'

Sue Vaughan March 2009

La Petite Maison des Montagnes Luz Saint Sauveur

Superbly located for summer and winter holidays and recently renovated to a very high standard, the house can sleep up to 16 persons. It is situated facing on to the market square in the conservation area of old Luz. The 12th century fortified church is 100 metres away, the house backs on to the gardens of the Maison de la Vallee, the Pyrenees National Park Centre. All the local shops, cafes and restaurants are within walking distance. There is ample parking directly in front of the house.

Luz Saint Sauveur is located 30 km south of Lourdes, there is easy road access to three ski resorts - Bareges (the Grand Tourmalet) 15 minutes, Luz Ardiden 25 minutes, Gavarnie 30 minutes.

For skiers we organise airport transfers, lift passes, equipment hire and ski school as required. Go to our ski pages for resort info, lift pass rates, photos, travel etc etc

Upon arrival summer visitors will receive our comprehensive package of local information which includes walking routes, cycling routes, wildlife information, places to visit, markets, restaurants. Summer visitors can join in with any of our organised activities - guided walks, wildlife outings, transport drops...

The house

Ground floor
Large lounge with wood burning stove, 3 settees, satellite TV (2 of the settees can be converted into sofa beds),
Large kitchen, table seating 12, double oven, ceramic /gas hob, fridge, dishwasher, under floor heating
French windows open from the kitchen onto a courtyard (table, seating, BBQ)
Utility room with washing machine, dryer, extra fridge

First Floor
Double bedroom with double bed
Double bedroom twin beds
Double bedroom double bed
Bathroom with bath, shower, WC
Study with computer, wi-fi, wood burning stove
Separate WC
Store area with access to exterior for skis, clothing, bikes etc

Top Floor
Large family room with double bed, 4 single beds in roof alcove area
Bathroom with bath, shower over, WC
Balcony

Wood is provided for the stoves, electric radiators in all rooms except lounge.

Rental rates (euros)

Winter (Low Season) 1 Dec 2012 - 18 Dec 2012 1400€
Winter (High Season) 19 Dec 2012 - 2 Jan 2013 1600€
Winter (Low Season) 3 Jan 2013 - 5 Feb 2013 1400€
Winter (High Season) 16 Feb 2013 - 16 Mar 2013 1600€
Winter (Low Season) 16 Mar 2013 - 27 Apr 2013 1400€

Summer (Low Season) May, June, September, October, November 1250€
Summer (Mid Season) 3 Jul 2013 - 10 July 2013 1450€
Summer (High Season) 10 Jul 2013 - 27 Aug 2013 1500€

Bedlinen and towels are provided

15% of total cost to reserve