Farmhouse in Grand Brassac, Dordogne, Aquitaine,France
Charming Farmhouse with Pool, Traditional Barn Conversion
Idyllic Location, Immediate Surrounding Area is Beautiful Countryside
1 and 4 Bedroom Farmhouses (sleeps up to 10)
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Holidays at Guichard have a lot to offer whether planning an active holiday or you just want to soak up the atmosphere of pretty villages. Great location for family and friends or a romantic retreat. Oisons and Papillon, 2 delightful properties are in the grounds of Guichard set within mature gardens and surrounded by farmland and adjoining natural woods. Both houses have a high standard of living space designed to create a sense of French charm blending traditional stone buildings, comfortable furnishings and modern facilities. Oisons a renovated farmhouse has many features including terracotta floors and a natural limestone fireplace with wood burner. Papillon a light and spacious barn conversion has oak beams and exposed stone walls. If you are interested in castles, prehistoric remains, wild orchids, local crafts or just good food and wine this area will enrich and stimulate your senses and of course for children; canoeing, boat trips and the sandy beach at La Jemaye.
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| Rental periods | Les Oisons | Le Papillon |
| 4 April - 2 May 2009 | £395 | £225 |
| 2 May - 11 July 2009 | £595 | £275 |
| 11 July - 29 August 2009 | £949 | £395 |
| 29 August - 31 October 2009 | £595 | £275 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK Pounds. Short breaks and weekends available (minimum 2 night stay). Please contact Avril for further information. Discounts available for smaller groups.
Changeover day
Saturday - departure by 10am and arrival after 4pm. This can be flexible outwith summer months - please contact Avril to discuss your requirements.
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Papillon (Sleeps 2/4, 1 Bedroom and Mezzanine)
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Accommodates up to 4 guests, 2 adults and 2 children in 1 master bedroom and mezzanine with additional sleeping in a cot or soa bed in lounge area. Use of the 5m x 10m pool at Guichard. The master bedroom has double height ceilings with exposed wooden beams and period furniture. A separate staircase leads to the mezzanine with a single bed. The open plan living space with double height ceiling contains a fitted kitchen together with dining and comfortable lounge area. Kitchen appliances include washing machine, gas stove, microwave, fridge/freezer. Satellite TV and DVD player in lounge area. Highchair and cot available, all bed linen and towels provided. The contemporary shower room is fully tiled with walk in power shower. Stairs from this room lead to the rear garden mainly lawned with mature trees. Outside BBQ and dining area. |
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Notes on accommodation
Les Oisons and Le Papillon are available for holidays either together or separately. We would recommend Oisons as suitable for a family or group of friends and Papillon is ideal for a couple. The mezzanine area in Papillon is very robust, however as this is reached by a narrow staircase (with rails) we recommend that it is suitable for children from about 8 years old. For 'winter' holidays heating is available in both properties, in Oisons there is a wood burning fire and in Papillon a gas heater. Between October and end of April there is an additional cost of £22 per week for heating if required.
Accessibility
In Oisons both bathrooms are on the ground floor and next to the ground floor bedrooms. Access is very good, there are a few steps leading to the property. In Papillon there is one step to the master bedroom and the garden is accessed by a staircase. For further information on access please contact Avril directly.
Outside
Both properties are detached and have their own garden and BBQ areas. Each has outside dining furniture. The pool is 5x10m in length and 1.2-1.5m deep, it is alarmed and complies with French law. The pool is 'open' from April to October. Table tennis, lawn badminton and boules available for all guests. The properties are reached from a side road well away from any traffic (of which there is very little) and there are many walks and paths suitable for cycling.
Coast/Beach
There is a very good sandy beach at La Jemaye (20 mins drive) this is set in a natural habitat within woodlands. In the summer life guards are on duty and there are specially supervised swimming areas. other facilities include, picnic benches, pedalos, children’s play ground and cafes. The famous coastal resort of La Rochelle is worth a visit (2 hours plus drive) but a very vibrant and colourful place.
Travel
Nearest airport at Bergerac 75 mins drive. Angouleme airport 90 mins drive; flights from Stanstead (Ryanair). Bordeaux airport 120 mins, flights from; Gatwick (BA), Birmingham, Manchester (bmi baby), Luton & Bristol (Easyjet). Calais (ferry and eurotunnel) approx 8 hours drive. Angoloume (TGV) about 45 mins drive. As this is a country location car is essential.
Distances
Grand Brassac 2km. St Victor and Montagrier 4km (both have great Auberges). Vertilliac 11km (15 min drive) shops, cafes, post office, banks. Riberac 15km (20 min drive) Friday market, shops, cafes, restaurants, banks. Bourdeilles 20 mins drive 13th C fortresss and 16th C renaissance palace. Brantome 40 mins drive - set on the banks fo the Dordogne, with 18th C abbey, caves and shops. A bit further on Grotte de Villars. Les Eyzies, Lascaux, Sarlat, and Roccamadour all approx 2 hours.
Further details
Local shops open 8am-12 noon then 2pm-7pm. Large supermarkets open all day. Supermarket open on a Sunday morning at Tocane until 11.45am. Local markets a great source of local produce and wines. Large selection of restaurants for family dining or a special occasion. Lunchtime menus offer very good value and great home cooking. Over the summer months many villages have their own repas or fetes and everyone is made very welcome, this is a great way to meet local people.
Booking notes
Please contact Avril to check availability and then please use the booking form on our website. Deposit of 25% required to secure your booking with the balance 8 weeks in advance of your holiday.
Guest comments
‘We would like to express our thanks for such a fantastic location for us to enjoy our holiday. You have an amazing location here, so relaxing and peaceful that even with the twins running riot we couldn’t but be refreshed after our holiday. We will never forget the pool where Dylan and Emma swam alone for the first time too. Thank you’ - The Sandes family June 2007.
‘We have spent an enjoyable and restful time at Le Guichard. The house suited us perfectly and the pool was a great hit with our kids. The Donald family July 2007.
‘A beautiful gite in an idyllic location. A very special trip indeed as my little brother and his beautiful girlfriend got engaged! For a real treat visit Moulin De Roc in Chapagne de Belair, a magical restaurant. Also worth a visit is the Roque de St Christophe - fantastic, and the chateau de Castlenaud. Canoeing from Corsac to Beynac -22km but well worth it for the views. Hope your trip is as wonderful and memorable as ours, - The Feerick family August 2007
For booking and further information
Steve and Avril Oliver
Tel: (France) + 33 553 908 495
Mobile: (UK) + 44 (0)7919 992253
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