Is in the South West of France comprises the departements of Lot, Aveyron, Tarn, Tarn et Garonne, Gers, Haute Garonne, Haute Pyrenees and Ariege. The capital of the region is Toulouse a lively city with great shops, restaurants and cafes. It borders Spain at the Southern end. The region offers a multitude of wonderful rural properties both stone and brick built set rolling hills or the dramatic landscapes of the Gorges du Tarn and Gorges du Aveyron. There will be plenty of old farmhouses and barns to restore as well as imposing properties with outbuildings, stables and land. New developments of secure domaines with shared pools are also available providing excellent possibilities for holidays plus rental income. Gites complexes offering home an several units to rent out are available in this region.