3 bedroom barn in Villeneuve-Sur-Lot, Lot et Garonne, Aquitaine
Converted Barn with Private Pool and Lake
Sleeps 6 (3 Bedrooms)
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A stunning 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, converted barn, whilst retaining all the original oak beams it has a modern interior and has been tastfully decorated and furnished throughout to a very high standard. 2 large oak doors open into a light and spacious open plan hall, living, dining and kitchen area which is ideal for families and entertaining. Vaulted ceilings and a mezzanine floor with views to the hall and living area. Outside, there are 2 large tiled terraces, the side terrace is covered giving a shaded area to sit and relax and enjoy the superb veiws from every aspect. 10 mins drive from the town of Villeneuve with shops and night entertainment in the summer months. A perfect base to relax and enjoy all that this region can offer, good food, vineyards, golf, an abundance of medieval villages and castles, fishing or just sitting by the pool. Just 40 mins from Bergerac airport.
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| Rental periods | ||
| April 2009 | £900 | |
| May / June 2009 | £1250 | |
| July / August 2009 | £1450 | |
| September 2009 | £1250 | |
| Christmas / New Year | £1250 | (including logs and electric) |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK Pounds.
2 week bookings given priority over requests for single weeks.
Changeover day
Changeover day is Saturday, but this could be flexible in non peak times.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Master bedroom with king size bed fitted mirrored wardrobes, located on the ground floor. Lovely views. Bedroom 2 with double bed on the first floor. Bedroom 3 with 2 single beds (can be pushed together to make a kingsize if required) on first floor. |
| Bathrooms: | Fully tiled bathroom with double sinks, corner bath and shower attachment en suite to Master bedroom plus separate wc. Private shower room with full sink and wc on first floor for the two bedrooms on this floor. |
| Kitchen: | Modern kitchen units in light oak with solid wood tops, electric oven, induction fingertip control hob, large fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher. Divided from living area by a beautiful stone bar with polished wood top. Kitchen table chairs. |
| Utility Room: | Top loading washing machine, tumble dryer, further freezer, steam iron, iroing board, hoover, mops, brooms etc. Fishing pole, landing net, dingy for lake and paddle. |
| Living Rooms: | Open plan living area fully tiled floor and exposed beams, feature woodburning fireplace. Corner unit white leather unit and pouffe, 3 seater sofa/recliner chair. Stone coffee table and dining table. Electric piano. TV video/DVD/CD players Double aspect. |
| Other: | Large mezzanine gallery overlooks the living area, it has a convertible sofa which clicks down to a double bed if required. A desk and chair are also located in this area. Ideal area for teenagers to chill out. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
High quality towels and bed-linen are included, plus fresh linen provided weekly. A final clean and welcome pack are included. English speaking caretakers are also on call. Pool cleaned every other day. |
Notes on accommodation
Two large ceiling fans are fitted in the vaulted hall ceiling and on the mezamine ceiling. Freestanding fans are also in all bedrooms and living room. The pool is fitted with an alarm which must be activated when the pool is not in use. Trolley and plastic glasses and picnic set for your safe use around the pool area.
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge/freezer,
- microwave,
- dishwasher,
- washing machine,
- tumble dryer,
- iron/ironing board,
- satellite tv,
- telephone,
- internet access,
- central heating,
- room fans,
- cot,
- high chair,
- barbecue,
- private pool (for sole use of guests)
Accessibility
The side terrace is accessable from the living room, three large steps lead from this terrace to the back terrace and more steps to the pool area, although you can walk around to the pool down a slight slop from the front of the house. The master bedroom is on the ground floor with an en-suite. The kitchen area is lower than the main hall and living area by 2 steps.
Outside
The barn is set on a hillside with undulating veiws of the countryside and the cháteau Mondou. It is only a short 10 minute drive from the busy market town of Villeneuve-sur-lot and within easy reach of many medieval villages. It has a private pool 11x5m with Roman steps and an alarm for security. The side terrace is covered and has high quality cane furniture, table and chairs, access is from the living room via 2 sets of French doors. From this terrace steps lead down to a very large back terrace equipped for outdoor eating with large round table 8 chairs parasol. Magnificient views from here day and night, just watch the sunset with a glass of wine. There is a private lake and a dingy with paddle for you or the children to enjoy. The huge covered area at the front of the barn has a dartboard and table tennis equipment, also the stone BBQ and further table seating 6. Hanging baskets and potted plants are in abundance around the property. In all 10 acres for you to enjoy.
Coast/Beach
Atlantic beaches are a 2 hour drive and the Mediterranean 3 hours (good direct motoway route). Nearer to home there are plenty of lakes with beaches and water parks. Agen and Bergerac both have excellent water parks. For a small fee it is possible to prebook your own bay at Bergerac complete with loungers and table etc.
Golf
10 minutes drive to the 18 hole championship course of Villeneuve-sur-Lot Golf and Country Club. It boasts a 9 hole academy course, covered practice range and a restaurant and bar.
Travel
Nearest airport is Bergerac 40 minutes drive (car hire can be prebooked and could not be easier as Eurocar and Hertz are based at the airport) a car is a must to enjoy the region fully. Toulouse and Bordeaux airport approx 2 1/2 & 1 1/2 hours drive. From Calais the drive is 9 1/2 hours. Excellent links via TGV to Agen (20 mins).
Distances
10 mins to the town of Villeneuve, lots of shops restaurants bands and night markets in the summer months. The larger town of Agen is 20 mins. Medieval village of Monflanquin is 15 mins, Penne 10 mins. Many many more, all have markets, festivals and a lot have night markets, where you can take your own knife fork and plate and pick your food and get it freshly cooked and eat it while a local band plays.
Further details
10 mins drive to large supermarkets. 5 mins to the small town of ICI, where shops are open Sunday mornings to buy your bread, fish etc.
Booking notes
All enquiries, or to book, please email me or phone. To secure your reservation enclose a cheque for the non-refundable deposit of 25% of the rental total. The balance to be paid at least 8 weeks prior to the holiday start date, plus a deposit(returnable) of £200 a week of stay against accidental damage, loss or non-local calls etc. Full set of conditions will be sent to you on request or with your confirmation letter.
Guest comments
We had a wonderful holiday & found you both very welcoming. The Barn is a delight with beautiful views and spacious accommodation. We are so looking forward to coming back next year. Fox family Warickshire
July 07 We stayed here for two weeks. We caught fish including crayfish, carp and amazingly saw an Otter. We went in the pool. I rate this holiday 10/10. Oliver Oakley age 8. PS I want to come back.
A fantastic holiday in a delightful setting, away from it all for a relaxing time but close to plenty of great villages. We enjoyed the home comports especially the shady balconies and sunny terraces. Evenings with views and stunning sunsets, a bottle of wine and cosy fairy lights are a must. Martyn & Marcia Bucks
What a fantastic place. We all loved it. All the kids caught fish and I was allowed to drive the tractor. None of us wanted to leave. Pete and Sylvia are great hosts. Paul, Bev,family London
A magnificent holiday, our stress just drained away. Brian Stella Stevanage
House swap
House swap considered.
For booking and further information
Sylvia Terry
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