The landscape is varied with wooded mountains, quiet lake areas, gorges and waterfalls, coastal lagoons and sandy beaches.
There are innumerable historical sites to visit including castles, chateaux, abbeys and churches as well as abundant trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding. Kayaking, rafting and fishing are also available on the fast-flowing rivers.
For those who enjoy peace and tranquility, the 300-year old house is surrounded by 180 acres of wooded farmland. Aromatherapy, yoga and tai chi are on offer as well as home-grown organic fruits, herbs, vegetables, honey, nuts, preserves and Ayurvedic cooking.
Benefit from the local knowledge of a bilingual host in discovering this unusual and spectacular land, often wild and mysterious with an abundance of colours and scents.