Holiday home for rent in Moulins Engilbert, Burgundy, France
Luxury Converted Barn with Private Heated Pool and Panoramic Views Over Morvan National Park
Walking Distance to Market Town
Sleeps 10 (5 Bedrooms)
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A beautifully converted, 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 200-year old barn with exposed beams, galleried lounge and a private heated family swimming pool. Sympathetically restored yet with all the modern conveniences of high speed internet access and BOSE home cinema system. Situated in a tranquil location with stunning views over the Morvan National Park, this character barn is within walking distance of a pretty market town with good restaurants, a weekly market and all amenities. The local area provides for all tastes of outdoor adventure, from white water rafting to lazy cycle routes along the Nivernais Canal. The sun terrace with private heated pool offers the perfect retreat for enjoying the sunny Burgundy climate and is ideal for al fresco dining. A selection of quality bikes are available free of charge.
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| Rental periods | |
| 3 November - 25 April 2008 | £700 |
| 26 April - 23 May 2008 | £750 |
| 24 May - 27 June | £950 |
| 28 June - 18 July 2008 | £1400 |
| 19 July - 22 August 2008 | £1950 |
| 23 - 29 August 2008 | £1550 |
| 30 August - 12 September 2008 | £1200 |
| 13 September - 17 Ocobter 2008 | £850 |
| 18 October - 1 November 2008 | £950 |
| 2 November 24 April 2009 | £730 |
| Christmas/New Year 08/09 | £950 |
| 25 April - 22 May 2009 | £780 |
| 23 May - 26 June 2009 | £980 |
Notes on prices
Prices shown are for the property per week in UK Pounds and includes electric, heating, bedlinen and towels. £100 discounts available for 2 week bookings. Early season/late season arrival / departure days negotiable. Low season 3 weeks for the price of two. October to May Gourmet Cookery Courses available in local hotel for only 70 euros pp/day including lunch.
Changeover day
Throughout Jun/Jul/Aug/Sep preferred changeover day is Saturday. Other months are totally flexible and discounts are available for long stays.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 Double en-suite. Bedroom 2 Double en-suite (groundfloor). Bedroom 3 Double or twin. Bedroom 4 Twin. Bedroom 5 Bunk beds. |
| Bathrooms: | En-suite to bedroom 1 with toilet/bath/shower over/sink. En-suite to bedroom 2 bath/shower over/sink and separate toilet. Bathroom 3 with small bath/shower and sink separate toilet. |
| Kitchen: | Electric fan Oven, hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher. |
| Utility Room: | Washing machine (downstairs). Tumble dryer (pool house). Iron/ironing board. |
| Living Rooms: | Large kitchen/dining area with billiard table. Galleried lounge with large feature fire place, wood burning stove and ample comfortable sofas/chairs. Mezzanine with sofa and television/DVD/Video. |
| Other: | Alfresco dining terrace with teak furniture (seats 10) and large Weber BBQ. Other terrace/patios with sun loungers. High speed internet access. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Quality 'White Company' bed linen and towels included. Maid service/baby sitting available on request. Welcome pack included. Heating available on request. |
Notes on accommodation
Baby equipment available. DVDs and videos provided (multi-region player will accept UK/Euro/US DVDs). Swimming pool fenced to French AFNOR regulations.
High-speed internet access.
Sky Satellite TV.
Generous welcome pack on arrival (fresh flowers/wine/selection of local products).
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge/freezer,
- microwave,
- dishwasher,
- washing machine,
- tumble dryer,
- iron/ironing board,
- satellite tv,
- tv,
- telephone,
- internet access,
- central heating,
- room fans,
- cot,
- high chair,
- barbecue,
- private pool (for sole use of guests),
- pool heating,
- pets accepted
Accessibility
Bedroom 2 (Double) is situated on ground floor with separate external access and own bath/toilet.(65cm clearances).
Outside
Private swimming pool (10m x 5m), childproof safety fencing. Alexander Rose teak dining furniture, shaded terrace for al fresco dining, Weber barbecue, pool chairs and quality sun loungers provided. 2 quality adult mountain bikes are provided free of charge and there is also a selection of bikes available too (2 adult mountain bikes, 2 x 7-12 yrs, 1 x 3-6 yrs).
Coast/Beach
Lido outside Moulins Engilbert in lakeside setting, with tennis and beach area (3km).
Golf
Nearest golf is 40 minute drive. 2 others within an hour.
Crazy Golf 7km. Cycle Hire 1500m. Canoe hire (Loire Descent) 20 minute drive.
Windsurfing/sailing/waterskiing/white-water rafting 40 mins
Nivernais Canal (daytrips/canoeing/cycling/fishing) 5km
Horse-riding 7km. French Grand Prix Circuit 40 mins drive (pro-karting/racing)
Spa town 7 km (St Honore les Bains-spa and indoor pool)
Vineyards/wine tours - various locations.
Skiing
Water skiing available on Lac des Settons.
Special interest holidays
Cookery courses available from €70 per person per day to include 3 course lunch.
Travel
Airports Approx Lyon 170km/Clermont Ferrand 180km/Paris Orly 230km. Eurotunnel Calais 375 miles/Le Havre 350 miles
TGV Le Creusot 68km.
Distances
Moulins Engilbert 1800m. St Honore Les Bains 9km. Decize 40km. Nevers 70 km. Chateau Chinon 12km.
Further details
3 good restaurants/5 bar-cafes within 5 minutes.
Weekly market/boulangerie/banks/pharmacy/supermarkets within 5 minutes. 24 hour petrol station 1km.
Booking notes
Please phone or email us in order to make a provisional booking. A confirmed booking can be made using credit/bank card by phone. Following payment, confirmation of the weeks booked and an invoice for the remainder will be sent to you. This is the formal acceptance of the booking. Final balances are not due until 8 weeks prior to arrival.
Guest comments
A delightful place for a family holiday, we'll take you up again on your discounted return booking - many thanks! Mr and Mrs W Bucks
For booking and further information
Frazer and Joanne Nicholson
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