Secluded Farmhouse With 2 Gites And Fenced Pool, Great For Families
Peaceful Rural Location Ideally Situated Between Bordeaux And Royan
Each gite has 2 doubles and 2 twins (sleeping 8)
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The farmhouse is situated in the wine-producing region of Blaye on the Gironde estuary, 40 minutes north of Bordeaux. The 2 gites sleep 8 each. Both face south across the garden and are comfortably furnished. The gites are ideal for guests with small children and baby equipment is provided. Each gite has a fully equipped kitchen and a screened patio with table, chairs and a BBQ. The large garden is fully enclosed with a great play area and is very child friendly. The 12m x 6m pool is fenced and alarmed with spacious patio area and loungers. We are in a peaceful position surrounded by forest and vines, but within easy reach of Bordeaux, St Emilion and Cognac - for the wine lover and Royan and Arcachon - for the beaches. The local village has a baker, grocer, butcher and bar. Supermarket, banks and chemist less than 10mins. Direct flights to Bordeaux from Gatwick, Luton, Southampton, Bristol, Liverpool, Birmingham, Manchester, Edinburgh, Dublin and Cork. 10 mins to the A10 motorway.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 1 April 2012 - 26 April 2012 | £375 | 3 | ||
| 27 April 2012 - 1 June 2012 | £475 | 3 | ||
| 2 June 2012 - 13 July 2012 | £650 | 7 | ||
| 14 July 2012 - 31 August 2012 | £950 | 7 | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 30 September 2012 | £475 | 3 |
Les Magnolias Prices
| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 1 April 2012 - 26 April 2012 | £375 | 3 | ||
| 27 April 2012 - 1 June 2012 | £475 | 3 | ||
| 2 June 2012 - 13 July 2012 | £650 | 7 | ||
| 14 July 2012 - 31 August 2012 | £950 | 7 | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 30 September 2012 | £475 | 3 |
Changeover day
Bookings are Saturday - Saturday only during July and August. We welcome flexible start days September - June, minimum stay 3 nights. Arrivals from 4pm and departure by 10am please, unless by prior arrangement.
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Les Magnolias
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Downstairs: Fully equipped kitchen with cooker, fridge freezer, washing machine, microwave, dishwasher, coffee machine and toaster. Dining room with table and 8 chairs. Lounge with sofas, TV (French) and DVD player. WiFi. Double bedroom. Shower room with toilet. Shower room with separate toilet. Upstairs: 1 double bedroom. 2 twin bedrooms. Patio with furniture, parasol and BBQ. |
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Notes on accommodation
We can provide a wide variety of equipment for your baby or toddler, including cots, highchairs and stair gates. We also have lots of toys and DVDs to lend.
WiFi is available.
Accessibility
Les Magnolias has a downstairs bedroom and bathroom and would be suitable for an elderly person who would prefer not to go upstairs. Please note that there is one step from the dining room to the hallway, and another into the bathroom. Parking is adjacent.
Outside
The gites face south across the pool and lawns. We are surrounded by forest and the property is very peaceful and not overlooked by any neighbours. The large garden is excellent for ball games. There are many mature trees which provide shade for a quiet read, or a long leisurely lunch. The pool is close to the house and is secured by both a fence and an alarm, making it very safe for inquisitive toddlers. It measures 6m by 12m at it's widest with walk-in Roman steps. Each gite has a screened patio overlooking the gardens with outdoor furniture, parasol and charcoal barbecue. The play area has a wendy house, slide, swings and climbing frame. There is also table tennis and and badminton/volleyball. Trikes are available for toddlers.
Coast/Beach
1 hour's drive to Royan. 1 1/4 hour's drive to Arcachon. 1 1/2 hour's drive to Lacanau Ocean in the Medoc, for great surfing.
5 minutes to the local swimming lake with sandy beach, play area, restaurant and toilets/showers.
Golf
There is a 9 hole golf course at Montendre, 20 minutes away, also a course at Bordeaux.
Special interest holidays
We can conduct a tutored wine tasting for your party, please see our website for details.
Travel
6 hours from Caen, 9 hours from Calais.
Bordeaux airport 45 mins, La Rochelle airport 1.5 hours, Bergerac airport 2 hours. The use of a car is essential.
Distances
Saugon village with baker, grocer, cafe/bar and butcher. Free tennis court, football pitch, volleyball and basketball (1km).
St Savin village with bank, supermarket, chemist, post office, hairdresser, boulangeries, petrol, ATM, restaurants (6km).
Blaye with hypermarket, restaurants, great farmers' market and ferry to the Medoc (15km). Bordeaux (50km).
Further details
Less than 10 minutes from the property is the village of St Savin, where you will find a supermarket, bank, post office, pharmacy, doctor and hairdresser. The nearest town is Blaye which is situated on the Gironde estuary. It has the famous citadel, hypermarket, numerous restaurants and a daily car ferry to the Médoc.
In the heart of one of France's main wine producing regions there are literally hundreds of local châteaux, the nearest being 1km away. Bordeaux is less than an hour's drive and is well worth a visit. There is something for everyone, from designer shops to historic buildings, parks and restaurants. There is a new walkway which takes you along the banks of the Garonne through the city which is traffic free and safe for kids. the efficient new tram system whisks you from the excellent - value park and ride just off the motorway right to the centre of the action.
There are many sporting facilities in the area: 5 minutes away there is a swimming lake with sandy beach, play area and restaurant. This is next door to a fishing lake. There are 2 riding schools locally, both offer lessons and trekking. There are numerous waymarked paths and tracks through the forest and vines which are great for hiking and cycling. Bike hire in St Savin, with free delivery. The Medoc coast is a surfer's paradise, with the Atlantic waves roaring in. Royan has excellent facilities and beautiful wide sandy beaches. The Arcachon basin is sheltered from the ocean and is a favourite with young families.
Many guests are attracted to this area for the wine connection. St Emilion is a very popular destination for a day out, and Cognac is also well worth a visit. The famous Medoc vineyards are easily reached via the Blaye ferry. There are hundreds of small family owned chateaux nearby that welcome visitors for tastings, tours and purchases.
Other attractions include the water park, kids' theme park, Dune du Pilat and bird park at Arcachon and the zoo at Royan.
Booking notes
If you would like to book with us, please check our website for up to the minute availability, then contact us to hold the dates pending your deposit. Deposit 25% to secure the booking, balance due 8 weeks before arrival. £150 security deposit per gite. We charge in UK pounds, but euros are also welcome.
Guest comments
27/8/11: Really lovely 2 week holiday for 4 adults and 3 children (7,6 & 4). The grounds are fabulous for the children to mess about in and the pool was lovely. Loads of cycling, tennis and swimming. Cycling is very safe and easy with the kids. We has a lovely day out in Bordeaux ,a very clean and pretty city. Canoeing in Coutras was also great fun and safe for the children. I would echo a previous entry in the visitor book that for the space and facilities this is very good value for money and we hope to come back again. Thomas and Knowles families
Owner profile
Everyone loves the pool!
About the owner
We live here year-round at Le Pas des Aigles with our two boys, aged 12 and 10. The boys go to school with their friends in the village, and have grown up speaking French with a Bordeaux accent like the locals.
We are on hand in case of any problems, questions, or just a natter.
Year purchased: 2003
Why the owner chose a home in this location
Blaye is in a lovely part of France - close to many tourist spots and an important wine region, but really unspoilt, an area where the locals go about their everyday business the same as they have done for decades, visiting the boulangerie each morning and enjoying the slow pace of life where people have time for each other. We love the village lifestyle and the space and open air here, with easy access to the coast and Bordeaux.
Unique benefits of the property
This place is a haven for kids - plenty of room for ball games or just charging about letting off steam, the fenced pool and the play area. The house and gardens are in a quiet spot on the edge of the forest, with no close neighbours.
We offer all manner of baby stuff so that you can travel light confident that the house is equipped for your needs. We strive to make this a truly family friendly place to stay.
For booking and further information
Property Ref FR2356
Karen Phillips
Tel: (France) + 33 (0)557 424260
Owners Website: Click here
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