Logis Hôtel la Ferme de Flaran

I stayed at la Ferme over a long weekend in August 2022. If ever one wanted 'French countryside in summer', this is definitely the place. It's quite a way from any large towns (and even a goodly walk to the nearest small one), so a car is pretty much essential (although I managed it by lifts from kind friends and taxis). But that's the point, really. You are miles form anywhere, just basking in the glories of rural France in August. The pool is a boon, if you're simply relaxing in the sunshine. The rooms are lovely - all you'd ever need, with views of the countryside, the red pantiles and the sky. They're also air-conditioned, which is a saviour on those hot nights. The food is glorious: a concentration on France's best produce, cooked well and served by friendly and helpful staff. The 'grandes salades' are particularly fine, and you don't really need anything else. You're also in Armagnac country, so save a little space to try some of their wide range. Just down the road (literally 10 minutes' walk at most) is the Abbaye de Flaran, now run as an arts centre. Solid, Romanesque architecture with later additions (and some elegantly preserved grounds), the abbey itself is worth the visit, but it's home to roaming contemporary exhibitions and installations, and a breathtaking permanent collection that includes several Dali sculptures, a Picasso, a Modigliani, a Rodin, a Camille Claudel, a Cézanne, a Braque, and a particularly fine Monet seascape. Feed your appetite; crank up the Ravel. This is the most intense experience of rural France you can have.

Not welcoming. We asked to sit outside but that was not possible despite beautiful evening. Very disappointing menu with items marked not available due to supplier shortages. Food mediocre with little flavour. Tournedos steak probably best but fish and duck quite bland. Aubergine flan quite tasteless. Very overpriced. This was a great shame as this used be a good local restaurant serving superb, authentic gascon fare.

Hôtel très sympathique où l'on a plaisir à revenir. La cuisine est excellente. Je recommande absolument cette halte au calme.

Gute Lage für die Durchreise. Schönes Ambiente und schöner Pool. Küche durchschnittlich. Personal ist unerfahren und hat meistens keine grosse Ahnung von dem was sie tun.

Reçus à votre table pour partager le menu du jour (entrée-plat-dessert) pour un montant de 19€ € vin et cafés compris nous avons pu apprécier la qualité des produits mis en valeur dans des assiettes travaillées. Le soin apporté à l’accueil en terrasse participe du plaisir de ce moment. En visite dans le Gers nous recommandons un détour par votre table à proximité de l’abbaye. Jean et Claudine …. accompagnés par deux amoureux du Gers.

Jamais vu cela de ma vie ! J'ai pourtant demandé plusieurs fois le chauffage dans la chambre. J'ai meme été cool, en leur disant, je vais diner chez des amis et quand je reviendrais dans la nuit, il fera chaud. Résultat, chambre à 12°. J'ai dormi habillé ! Puis douche froide le matin, pas d'eau chaude ! Alors là, c'est le pire du pire. Personne dans l'hotel.