Coworking space
Calls allowed
A dedicated coworking area with fast fiber internet. Designed to support focused work while also allowing for community collaboration. Part of a larger house setup with multiple work zones.
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Lurbe-Saint-Christau · France
Maysou A Noste
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Guests
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Living
Best for
Nature Seekers In Transition. Solo travelers seeking spiritual reconnection and outdoor immersion through mountain hiking, river swimming, and cycling in a Pyrenees village.
Unique features
Mountain Adventures. Guests hike the Pyrenees, cycle sections of the Camino de Santiago, and enjoy easy access to climbing and countryside trails right from the doorstep.
River Swimming. A nearby river with a beloved bridge jump near the train station offers guests a refreshing natural swimming spot.
Historic House. The coliving occupies an original, historic house with distinctive design fully integrated into the character of the village.
Wellness Rituals. Regular Monday yoga sessions and Thursday café gatherings offer guests recurring rituals for spiritual nourishment and connection.
About
Maysou A Noste is a rural coliving hub in the foothills of the Pyrenees, rooted in the rhythm of a tiny village of 180 people. It's a home for adventurous spirits and curious minds who believe life is better when shared — blending quiet solitude with warm community, shared meals, and meaningful conversations.
Ratings
Rooms
4-bed Dorm
Dorm bed
4-person dorm
Shared bathroom
Double Room (Shared Bathroom)
Double bed
Up to 2 guests
Shared bathroom
from$617/mo
Small Single Room
Single bed
Up to 1 guest
Private bathroom
from$674/mo
Small Double Room
Double bed
Up to 2 guests
Private bathroom
from$786/mo
Large Double Room
Double bed
Up to 2 guests
Private bathroom
from$1,010/mo
Policies
Stay rules
- 7 nights minimum
- Children allowed
- Pets may be allowed
Community
Maysou operates on the belief that life is better when shared. Community is at the heart of everything — not just offering a bed, but an invitation to experience life differently, one where shared meals, meaningful conversations, and collective growth are the norm.
Three pillars shape daily life:
- Environment: Living close to nature, growing food, and cultivating sustainable habits in harmony with the rhythms of the village.
- Community: Meaningful connection through sharing meals, projects, and daily life in ways that turn neighbors into friends.
- Individual Growth: Workshops, wellness, and creative exchange create space for learning, accountability, and personal transformation.
Food is central to community life — cooking and eating together is part of the daily rhythm, with a simple opt-out system ensuring meals are shared by default, because food tastes better when everyone is around the table.
Respect and kindness guide life at Maysou. Tolerance and diversity are celebrated, and everyone is welcomed as they are, knowing that differences enrich the time shared together. The house is proudly multi-generational and family-friendly — from toddlers to grandparents, and the pets who come along — with everyone made to feel at home and cared for.
Maysou also bridges the local and the global through its associated non-profit, Aux Rencontres des Vallées, a "third place" that hosts an associative café open to villagers twice a week, yoga and Qi Gong classes, and events that bring residents and neighbors together to share knowledge and strengthen social bonds.
Activities
Hosts
How it started
Maysou A Noste was born from the vision of four very different founders — Lucile, David, Pol, and Héloise — who came together to build a space where those differences are celebrated rather than smoothed over. Their shared belief in the grounding power of daily rituals and the strength of community shaped a mission: to create a place where individuals can reconnect with the world and find clarity, inspiration, and purpose.
Rooted in a small village in the Béarn region at the foot of the Pyrenees, Maysou set out to act as a bridge between local and global — blending the local knowledge and traditions of the region with the diversity of its international residents, so that guests experience the Pyrenees not merely as visitors, but as participants in its culture.
Work
Amenities
Workspaces
Coworking space
Calls allowed
Living
Shared spaces
Library
Café
Event hall
Kitchen
Terrace
Outdoor
Garden
Outdoor
Yoga room
Ping-pong & foosball area
Communal meals
Groceries
The community operates on a co-budgeting system for groceries at €10 per person per day (~€300/month), which is factored into the all-inclusive monthly room prices. Local farmers and village neighbors also serve as informal suppliers of food and goods.
Nearby vendors
- Weekly farmers market (10min walk)Weekly village markets in the surrounding area with stalls offering fresh local produce and artisanal crafts
- On-site garden & orchard (1min walk)On-site market garden and fruit orchard at Maysou where residents can help grow food and pick fresh produce
- Nearby town shops (15min drive)Oloron-Sainte-Marie, the nearest town, with shops, cafés, and a Lindt chocolate factory, accessible for larger grocery runs
- Bedous market (20min drive)A Thursday morning market in the village of Bedous, reachable via a long hike/walk along the river or a short train ride
Organised trips & deliveries
- Shopping tripsMarket visits are organized as weekend activities, along with occasional trips to Spain for shopping and exploration. The community co-budgets groceries together at €10 per person per day.
Location
605 route des Thermes, Lurbe-Saint-Christau, France
Maysou A Noste is located at 605 route des Thermes in Lurbe-Saint-Christau, a tiny village of around 180 inhabitants nestled in the foothills of the French Pyrenees, in the Béarn valley. The surrounding landscape is characterised by forested hillsides, river valleys, and mountain views in every direction.
The nearest town of note is Oloron-Sainte-Marie, known for its river and hill views, the scent of the local Lindt chocolate factory, thrift shops, cafés, and lively street festivals. The wider valley hosts weekly markets, seasonal fêtes, and cultural events rooted in the traditions of Béarn — from shepherd dog demonstrations and transhumance to stories of musketeers and local folklore.
The coliving sits in the heart of the village and acts as a community hub, with its event hall, associative café, and workshop rooms welcoming both residents and local villagers. One guest review describes the property as "well located and integrated into the village," reflecting a genuinely peaceful, quiet setting away from city life.
Getting around
Getting there
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