Lovingly Restored 17th Century Farmhouse Gites with Pool
Surrounded by Woodland and Open Countryside
La Lavande (Sleeps 4/6. 2 Bedrooms)
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Our largest of five individually styled gites set on 2.5 acres of land which includes landscaped gardens with seasonal planting and plenty of open space for our guests to relax and enjoy the surrounding countryside. There is a large 12x6m solar heated swimming pool with a sun terrace and loungers. You can also enjoy the French national game of Boules on our pitch, while enjoying a glass of ‘Pastis’. Our location offers the peace and calm of rural France at its best, whilst being ideally located to explore all of the attractions of the Dordogne, Bordeaux regions, the Limousin and beyond.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 24 September 2011 - 18 May 2012 | £425 | - | ||
| 19 May 2012 - 6 July 2012 | £525 | - | ||
| 7 July 2012 - 31 August 2012 | £795 | - | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 21 September 2012 | £525 | - | ||
| 22 September 2012 - 17 May 2013 | £425 | - |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK pounds and euros. Special discounts for renting all 3 gites. Also for lets longer than 3 weeks. All prices are fully inclusive.
Long term lets from September to June are welcome, please contact us for a quote.
Changeover day
Normal changeover day is Saturday but may altered by arrangement. Arrival time is from 3.30pm and departure 10am.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Double bedroom with traditional French style furniture. The master bedroom, fitted wardrobe, seating area with view across fields and woodland. Twin bedroom - a charming room with exposed beams fitted wardrobe and views across fields to woodland. |
| Bathrooms: | Family bathroom - Large and bright with a seperate walk in shower. Separate toilet. Downstairs is a second shower room and toilet. |
| Kitchen: | Kitchen - fully equipped, including dishwasher, microwave, gas cooker, fridge, kettle, coffee maker and toaster. Washing machine |
| Living Rooms: | Living room - comfortable lounge seating around the large inglenook fireplace and wood burning stove (the original date of 1792 is still engraved in the mantle). Sat TV,o DVD player, radio/CD player, and board games. Dining area - table and six chairs. |
| Other: | Reading area with a sofa bed. French doors leading out onto the private sun patio and garden. Balcony accessed from the upstairs landing with steps leading to the garden below. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
All bedlinen and towels are included(except pool towels) and exchanged/changed on Saturdays. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge microwave dishwasher washing machine iron/ironing board satellite tv tv internet access central heating room fans cot high chair barbecue pool heating shared pool |
| Suitability: | pets accepted |
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Notes on accommodation
The gite is suitable for children and there is a cot, high chair, and stairgates available on request. The gite has electric central heating which is thermostatically controlled along with a large log burner.
Outside
Les Chardonnerets benefits from a large solar heated swimming pool measuring 12x6m with depths from 1.2m to 1.5m. The pool is surrounded by a large terrace with sun loungers and parasols available. The gite has its own private patio and garden with tables chairs and loungers. BBQs are also available. At the front of the property there is a boules pitch where you can socialise with other guests and enjoy the French national game. In the very large rear is a childrens play area with a large trampoline (suitable for big kids-adults), swings, slides, climbing frame, basketball, swingball, and a football goal.
Coast/Beach
There is an inland beach available some 10 minites drive at Nantheuil.
Golf
There is a new 9 hole golf course recently open at Excideuil 30 mins drive away. It is a beautifully scenic course featuring 3 par 3s, 3 par4s and 3 par 5s. I have 2 mens full sets of clubs available for use.
Travel
Limoges airport 52km about 45 mins drive. Bergerac Airport 74km about 1hr 15 mins drive. The property is about 7 hours drive from the Northern Ferry ports.
Distances
All of the attractions below are within a 40 mins drive - many much closer: Perigueux with its striking Cathedral, ancient streets river cruises the cultural centre of the Perigord. Brantome, standing on an island in the river Dronne with its magnificent Abbey set against the hollowed out cliffs. Grottes de Villars, a spectacular series of prehistoric caves. St Jean de Cole, officially one of the prettiest villages in France.
Stunning Castles and gardens at Jumilhac le Grand.
Further details
The fortified market town of Thiviers is just 4km away with all amenities including Supermarkets which are open 6 days a week and Sunday morning.
Booking notes
A 25% deposit is required to confirm the booking. The balance payment is due 8 weeks prior to arrival along with a security deposit of £150.
We can also offer short breaks/long weekends except during July and August. Please contact us with your requirements.
Guest comments
We have had a delightful time here and greatly appreciate the warmth of Nick and Lisa`s welcome. The gite was all that we expected and more, and the facilities were first class. What a lovely centre for exploring the region.
David, Kate, Mick and David. June 2010
We have had a great week, very relaxing. The gite wonderful, garden and lovely pool have been a great hit with us all. Tim, Lyn, Molly and Hugh August 2010
The gite was lovely. Spacious living room and garden. Our girls loved it and so did we. Jeannine, Rob Joya and Leira Aug 2009
What a pleasure it has been to stay here. You have an outstanding gite complex and believe us, we know having stayed in many over the years. Thank you so much for everything. Vicki, Cauleen and Jack June 08
Somebody said "stop the world I want to get off". You did this for us. You stopped our world and for a short time we stepped into your world and what a wonderful world it is. Kev, Jill and Georgina June 08
For booking and further information
Property Ref FR2922
Contact Name:
Nick Lyne
(FRANCE) +33 0553551269
Alternate Contact Details:
(FRANCE) +33 0609711035
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