Holiday Gite in Loulay, Tout Y Faut, Poitou- Charente, France
Luxury Gite with Pool, Child Friendly
Peaceful Surroundings
Sleeps 6 + Baby (3 Bedrooms)
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Le Cerisier has been totally restored to an exceptionally high standard to combine country charm with modern chic. Full of character, the gite have exposed beams and the original thick stone walls help keep them cool in summer. Throughout, you will find tasteful furnishings in antique French style including traditional painted furniture complimented by decorative items and soft furnishings. Each room is individually styled with flair and decorated in a soft palette of neutrals, blues and whites.
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Prices Currency Conversion
| Rental periods | Le Cerisier |
| October 2008 | £495 |
| November - March 2009 | £395 |
| April 2009 | £595 |
| May / June 2009 | £695 |
| Beg, July 2009 | £995 |
| End July / August 2009 | £1195 |
| Sept 2009 | £695 |
| October 2009 | £495 |
| November - March 2010 | £395 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK Pounds. Discounts available for long winter lets. Outside of high season we can be more flexible with start / end dates.
Changeover day
Saturday changeover - flexible outside of high season.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Upstairs you have superb views of the pool and gardens. We have provided a king size bed in the master bedroom. A double for bedroom 2. Twin beds for bedroom 3. |
| Bathrooms: | Large modern family bathroom/WC upstairs. Shower room with WC downstairs. So there’s no need to queue! |
| Kitchen: | The hand painted kitchen is fitted with all you need. Modern stainless steel appliances including dishwasher, washing machine, large fridge/freezer (where you will find a bottle of chilled champagne awaiting you), electric cooker with hob, microwave etc. |
| Living Rooms: | After an exhausting day sightseeing (or sunbathing!) relax in the sitting room where you will find a large 3 seater sofa and 2 armchairs, English satellite TV, DVD and CD player. There is a plentiful supply of books, toys and games. |
| Other: | Children and babies are very well catered for. A full size cot, stair gates and plenty of baby/child equipment are at your disposal should you need it. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Linen and towels can be provided for £10 per person. |
Amenities/Facilities provided
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge/freezer,
- microwave,
- dishwasher,
- washing machine,
- iron/ironing board,
- satellite tv,
- internet access,
- central heating,
- cot,
- high chair,
- barbecue,
- shared pool
Outside
Mostly laid to lawn, the gardens offer a safe, enclosed area for playing with plenty of fruit trees affording shade from the sun. There are swings, a rope ladder, paddling pool, trike, small trampoline and plenty of outdoor toys and games. Relax as the children build their own chateau in the large sandpit! Buckets and spades can be borrowed for beach outings. Older ones may like badminton or trying their hand at a games of boules. Our beautiful 11x5m swimming pool has a Roman end with steps making it ideal for all ages. It is fenced for total safety and surrounded by weigelia, lavender and other flowering shrubs. It incorporates a decked area with parasols and teak steamer chairs with plump cushions.
Coast/Beach
Beaches are under an hour away and are spotless, sandy and safe. If the beach is your thing then the Atlantic coast is well equipped to satisfy. There is a wealth of wonderful beaches many uncrowded even in high season. Our favourites include Chatelaillon- Plage and Fouras, famous for its oyster beds. Royan has a spectacular beach stretching 2 km where you can sail and windsurf.
Travel
St. Malo 4½ hours. Le Havre 5 hours. Caen 5½ hours. Cherbourg 6 hours. Calais 7 hours. Check out Brittany ferries, P&O and Seafrance for ferry prices. La Rochelle 55 mins. Poitiers 1 hour. Bordeaux 1½ hour. Ryanair, Flybe, BA, Airfrance, and Bmibaby, all fly to these airports. Folkestone to Calais in 35 mins. Car hire is highly recommended and cheaper than you think.
Distances
Tout Y Faut 2 min walk. Loulay 2km. St Jean d'Angely 15 mins drive. Saintes and Cognac 30 - 40 mins drive. La Rochelle 45 mins 1 hour drive.
Further details
Stroll to our local bar/restaurant for an aperitif or buy your morning baguette in the grocery store. Loulay all your daily needs - boulangerie, grocer, bank, post, pharmacy and restaurant/bar.
Free live bands every Friday night in the summer. St. Jean d’Angely medieval market town full of character with leafy squares, timber houses and cobbled streets. The 15th Century clock tower and abbey towers impose on the skyline whilst the colourful twice weekly market selling superb regional produce is an assault on your senses. Enjoy a fresh coffee at one of the pavement cafes and soak up the atmosphere.
You will find an abundance of restaurants and bars catering for all tastes. Swim indoors at the Atlantys aqua centre with 50m amazing waterslide. There are more water sports to be had at the lake by paddling a canoe or kayak. For the less energetic, a round of crazy golf might prove a better alternative. For children with a need for speed, Go Karting offers fast track fun. Afternoons 3 - 8pm.
Chateau de Dampierre Our local chateau! A 16th century Renaissance treasure surrounded by running water in a wooded setting. Wander through the tranquil, green gardens or lose yourself in the small maze. Chize Forest A nature reserve where you can safely see roe deer, wild boar, wolves and many other animals in their natural habitat in the cool forest. Surgeres Unassuming market town with a beautiful Chateau nestled in green parkland. On Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays stall holders set up their wares at the crack of dawn, and Surgères comes to vibrant and very French, life. Try the superb locally produced butter on your crusty baguette washed down with some good inexpensive vino!
Booking notes
Contact us by email or telephone for a booking form. 25% deposit with balance due 8 weeks prior to arrival.
Guest comments
‘Thank you to Sue, Simon and family for making this a wonderful relaxing holiday with Archie (4 months). Everything is to an extremely high standard and this is matched with your friendliness and willingness to help’ Graeme, Pam and Archie - Harrogate
‘The gite looked great on the website and is even better in reality. Thanks to your children for being such superb playmates’ - Becky, Rasmus, David, Janet, Jacob and Katja - Oslo/ Oxford
‘We have had a blissful family holiday in this amazing gite. Warm hospitality, attention to detail and flair; the Paine recipe is terribly addictive!’ - Matt, Rhiannon, Josh and Kirsten -Exeter, Devon
‘Absolutely brilliant fortnight. Would like to have stayed longer. Wonderful hosts. Our kids have enjoyed it immensely’ Amita, John, Anastasia, Thor and Alexander - Buckinghamshire
For booking and further information
Sue Paine
Tel: (France) + 33 546 246 077
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