
The wait is over. The story we’ve been talking about for a while now — the one you’ve been curious about — is finally ready to share.
Welcome to Barn and Recreation, the brand-new heart of fun, fitness, and creativity at La Maison Louverie.
We’ve turned the old tobacco barn into a sporty, creative studio where you can be artsy, get your creativity flowing, and let off some steam.
If you’re competitive, this space is right up your alley. We’ve got a sporty corner with a home trainer, rowing machine, weights, yoga mats, and an exercise ball. So if you need a warm-up — or a cool-down — after your run, forest hike, or trail running, this is your spot.
Want to be creative? Maybe you’re finally finding the time on your holiday? Then you’ll love the large table waiting for you, equipped with tools to help you accomplish that masterpiece. It’s also great for a game of chess (very strategic, very quiet… until someone starts gloating).
With the barn doors open to the west, you get a fresh breeze and a beautiful view. Yes, we’re biased. But you’re welcome to judge for yourself.
Family and friends fun starts with a competitive game of ping-pong, rain or shine. We’ve also got a small Foosball table that doubles as a pool table or ice hockey table (sorry, no cold air included in this model). And for fans of darts — yes, we’ve got that too.
Don’t Panic: The Barn’s Supposed to Look Like This
Don’t be spooked by the state the barn is in. These barns, very well known in the area, are meant to breathe.
Until the European Union stopped subsidies for the tobacco industry about 16 years ago (between 2006 and 2010), farming tobacco was one of the major trades in the southwest of France. The big, beautiful plants had massive leaves that had to dry in an area where the wind could rustle through them, so they didn’t get moist and mouldy.
That’s exactly why the wooden planks aren’t airtight — the barn was designed to let the air flow.
Bienvenue à la Nouvelle Grange!
We’ve brought back some lovely seats and benches in the garden and beyond, so there’s even more space to relax, create, and enjoy the outdoors.
If you’re one of our guests this year or in the future, we really hope you love this addition to La Maison Louverie. We think it’s a winner in making a family and friends holiday even more complete and fun.
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