Questions Frequently Asked

The caravans are unusual accommodations on wheels, fully renovated, set in the heart of nature. They offer an unconventional living experience while providing all modern comforts (equipped kitchen, shower room, heating). There are 4, each identified by a colour: Blue, Red, Green and Yellow. The gîtes are country-house-style lodgings, more spacious, ideal for families or longer stays. Two gîtes are available: Les Iris and Les Roses.

Each caravan (1 double bed + 1 bench seat with trundle mattress, ideal for children) and each gîte (1 bedroom with a double bed + 1 sofa bed in the living room) sleeps up to 4 people: ideal for a couple with 2 children. Please see the individual page of each accommodation for details.

Yes, all our accommodations are fully equipped for optimal comfort. You will find: an equipped kitchen (hob, fridge, microwave, full set of crockery), a shower room with WC, heating, bedding and bed linen. Bath towels are provided. Please enquire about specific equipment depending on the accommodation (TV, small 3 m² wooden balcony for the caravans).

The gîtes are air-conditioned. The caravans are not: in summer, the area benefits from a cool microclimate thanks to the altitude and the natural surroundings of the estate, and the caravans are designed to stay cool: shutters, good insulation and natural ventilation. For the hottest periods, fans are available on request.

Wi-Fi in the gîtes; no Wi-Fi in the caravans. The gîtes' connection is sufficient for web browsing, social media and checking e-mails. However, in the spirit of disconnecting and enjoying a rejuvenating stay in the heart of nature, we encourage our guests to enjoy the surroundings rather than their screens. Please note that speeds may vary due to the rural location.

Domaine de la Trille is a Limousin cattle breeding farm. These are beef cattle renowned for the quality of their meat and their hardiness. Depending on the season, you can observe the cows grazing in the estate's meadows. Contact with other farm animals may also be possible during your stay.

Yes, absolutely. Domaine de la Trille is first and foremost a working family farm. Florence and Benoît Gaillard raise Limousin cattle there, respecting both tradition and the environment. Tourist accommodation grew alongside this main activity, giving you the rare chance to stay in the heart of a genuine working farm.

Depending on the season and the needs of the farm, it is sometimes possible to attend certain farm activities (observing the animals, discovering farming practices). However, this remains at the discretion of the team, whose priority is managing the farm. Please ask upon arrival. Farm visit on request, at no extra charge.

Domaine de la Trille may offer products from its own farm or from local partner producers. Please ask our hosts directly upon arrival to find out what products are available for sale. We are also happy to point you to local markets and producers in the area to discover the flavours of Ariège.

Domaine de la Trille is located in Sainte-Foi, in the department of Ariège (09500), in the Occitanie region, in the heart of the Ariège Pyrenees. The exact address will be provided upon confirmation of your booking. The estate is set in a rural and green environment, offering peace and total disconnection.

Domaine de la Trille is approximately 1 hour's drive from Toulouse (about 80 km via the A66 then departmental roads). Toulouse has a TGV station and an international airport, making access easy from anywhere in France or Europe. From Toulouse-Matabiau station, car hire is recommended to reach the estate.

Domaine de la Trille is just 10 minutes by car from Mirepoix, one of the most beautiful medieval villages in France. This bastide village is renowned for its 13th-century wooden arcades, half-timbered houses and traditional market. Mirepoix offers all necessary amenities: shops, restaurants, pharmacy, banks.

Yes, Domaine de la Trille has free on-site parking, on the farm. Caravans: one reserved parking space. Gîtes: shared parking on the farm, at no extra charge. Vehicle access is easy from the departmental roads of Ariège. The estate is difficult to reach without a car, so we strongly recommend coming with your own vehicle.

The region offers an exceptional wealth of activities for all profiles. Nature: hiking and mountain biking in the Pyrenees, swimming at Lac de Montbel, fishing, paragliding. Heritage: Cathar castles (Montségur, Foix, Puivert), prehistoric caves (Niaux, Mas-d'Azil), medieval villages (Mirepoix, Camon). Gastronomy: local markets, discovery of Ariège regional products. Find all our suggestions on our Leisure and Heritage pages.

The Mirepoix area and the Ariège Pyrenees offer hundreds of kilometres of marked trails. In the immediate vicinity, you will find walks accessible on foot or by bike along rural paths. For experienced hikers, the Chioula massif and the Beille plateau are accessible in less than an hour. The Monts-d'Olmes and Ax-les-Thermes ski resorts offer slopes in winter. See our Hiking page for detailed routes.

Yes, Lac de Montbel is accessible in just 30 minutes by car from Domaine de la Trille. It is one of the largest lakes in the region, very popular for swimming, kayaking, windsurfing and fishing. Equipped beaches, a water sports centre and picnic areas make it a perfect destination for families. Water quality is regularly monitored.

Domaine de la Trille is ideally located to explore the great Cathar sites of Ariège. Montségur Castle, symbol of Cathar resistance, is about 45 minutes away. Foix Castle, an imposing medieval fortress overlooking the prefecture town, is also 30 minutes away. Further afield, the castles of Puivert and Roquefixade are accessible in less than an hour. To learn more, see our Heritage page.