Holidays at Artagnan in France

Babies/Toddlers/Kids

We pride ourselves at Artagnan for being child friendly (and parent friendly too of course!) as we have 3 children of our own.

With all the paraphernalia that comes with babies and toddlers, we would be happy to shop in advance for nappies, wet wipes, full fat milk etc. so it is all here waiting for you on your arrival. There is no charge for this service (just pay for your items) you just have to give us the list of your requirements 48 hours before your arrival. Please see details of the welcome pack we provide (refer to Prices and Availability page) before putting your list together!

All your beds will be made up with "The White Company" bed linen so all you have to do is make yourself at home.

Baby,Toddler and Child Friendly:

Enclosed heated swimming pool with roman steps
Drawer and cupboard locks
Enclosed grounds
Flat play and flat grassy areas
Electric steam steriliser
Electric fans
Hand blender
Microwave
Plastic cutlery, bowls, plates and beakers
2 Changing mats
2 Potties
Toddler loo seat
Socket guards
2 Travel cots (with bottom sheet only)
Bed guard
Mattress protectors
Baby and toddler swings
Baby Dan playpen
Stair gates (top and bottom)
Baby monitor with walk-about hand set
Baby bouncer
Portable baby shade/tent
Shutters or black out blind

Crib
Annabel Karmel's baby & toddler recipe book
Ice cube trays for weaning foods baby spoons
Children's cookery books, cutters and rolling pins
Ice-Cream maker
Nappy bin
Lit bateau ( 2 boat beds )
Night light
2 High chairs
2 Child chairs
Booster seat
Bouncy chair
Stools to reach taps
Non-slip bath mats
Bath toys
Window/door lock where appropriate
2 baby strollers (1 with umbrella attached)
Back-pack for walking/hiking
Small paddling pool
Adaptors
Toys and childrens CDs, DVDs & videos
Corkscrew!

Outside
On the large flat grassy area there are goal posts, balls of all shapes and sizes, swing ball, a badminton/volleyball net, swings, a slide and a sandpit with buckets and spades.
On the flat courtyard area is a basketball net, table tennis table, boules, toddler pusher, sit-on pedal digger, bike with stabilisers, kids bikes up to 10/11 years, helmets and 2 adult bikes 1 with a detachable child seat.
From a safety perspective the swings, slide and sandpit (under the shade of an oak tree) are entirely separate from the fenced off pool area. The pool is also alarmed.
It goes without saying that these security measures in no way replace parental supervision and surveillance of all children.

Inside
0 to 5 years - Soft toys, books, videos, Lego, dolls, cars, wooden train set, farmyard animals, puzzles, games and much more. There are also plenty of books, videos and DVD's for slightly older children (5 - 9 years).
Also in the TV/family room there is a small trampoline and an old school desk which is ideal for sitting at and drawing/colouring on. The large (127 cm) LCD TV receives French channels and UK satellite channels including sports and movies.
This room is always cooler inside than outside and a great place for every age group to chill out.

Local children's activities
A water park with aqua slides, a pony riding centre, pottery classes, an animal park and for the larger children (adults too) a tree top adventure park. White water rafting is available in the Pyrenees ans is great fun for all the larger family members.

Not forgetting the parents, there is a " centre of well being" 10 minutes away offering lovely relaxing Hot Stone Massage, Reflexology, Swedish Massage, Indian Head Massage, Reiki, Zen Shiatsu Massage and Acupuncture. If you would prefer a harder sports massage we know a lady who will come and massage you at Artagnan. We are more than happy to book appointments in advance for you.