Restored House in Historic Village
Sleeps 4 (2 Bedrooms)
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Newly renovated house on the edge of un des plus beaux Villages de France with all facilities within walking distance. Next to forest, rivers and lakes. walking, cycling, fishing, sailing, canoeing and horse riding available. Spacious quality accommodation, secluded sunny courtyard for relaxed outdoor living in summer. Woodburning stove and electric heating for cosy winter evenings.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 1 September 2011 - 30 September 2011 | £450 | 4 | ||
| 1 October 2011 - 31 October 2011 | £420 | 4 | ||
| 1 November 2011 - 31 March 2012 | £350 | 4 | ||
| 1 April 2012 - 30 April 2012 | £420 | 4 | ||
| 1 May 2012 - 30 June 2012 | £450 | 4 | ||
| 1 July 2012 - 31 July 2012 | £525 | 4 | ||
| 1 August 2012 - 31 August 2012 | £595 | 4 | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 30 September 2012 | £450 | 4 | ||
| 1 October 2012 - 31 October 2012 | £420 | 4 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property and include gas, electricity,and firewood (See conditions.) Linen is not supplied. Changeover days are flexible. Bookings can be accepted for periods of less than a week or long periods - prices on request.
Changeover day
Changeover day is flexible. stays may be of any length and with any start day. Priced pro rata weekly rate. Arrival and departure times are flexible, depending on adjacent bookings.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 - King size, 5ft bed. Bedroom 2 - Two 3ft Beds. |
| Bathrooms: | First floor bath room with shower cubicle, WC and basin. Ground floor bath room with bath and shower over, separate shower cubicle, WC and basin. |
| Kitchen: | Gas and electric hob, electric oven,microwave oven, large fridge/freezer, dishwasher and double sinks.Coffee maker, kettle and toaster. Generous number of pans, utensils and crockery/glassware. Good selection of sharp kitchen knives. |
| Utility Room: | Front loading washing machine. Tumble dryer. Ironing board and iron |
| Living Rooms: | Lounge/dining room with comfortable leather sofas, wood burning stove, CD Player, DVD player, Wi-Fi connection. Large solid wood dining table with 6 chairs. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
All beds equipped with English pillows (2 per person) and all seasons Duvets(4.5 and 9.0 tog). Bed linen and towels not supplied. Property prepared before arrival. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge/freezer microwave dishwasher washing machine tumble dryer iron/ironing board internet access room fans barbecue |
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Notes on accommodation
Large, sociable open plan living area and kitchen, opening onto courtyard, with barbecue and outdoor furniture providing relaxing area for summer living and meals al fresco.
During winter, the Wood burning stove heats downstairs, (firewood provided), and all rooms contain thermostatically controlled electric convector fires.
The well stocked bookcase contains maps, guide books and tourist information; books on French food and wine, and a selection of novels with a french theme.
For entertainment, there are playing cards, scrabble and jigsaw puzzles.
There is a selection of CDs and DVDs.
No smoking or pets. The garden is unsuitable for young children, due to steep steps and unfenced drops.
Outside
Sunny south/west facing, secluded gravelled courtyard opening off kitchen, equipped with large teak table, chairs, and BBQ.Enclosing stone walls covered by prolific grape vine, wisteria and Jasmine. Outside lighting. Steps lead up to steeply sloped terraced garden with second seating area. There are some unfenced drops. Garden mainly grassed with fruit trees, cherry, kiwi, walnut and more grape vines. Spectacular views over the village which is illuminated at night. Garage space for 1 car. Parking available outside the house.
Coast/Beach
Within approximately 1 hour's drive there are the warm, sandy Vendee beaches (Les Sables d'Olonne,Jard sur Mer, la Tranche).
Also the lovely town of La Rochelle, with its wonderfull daily market of fresh produce, collonaded streets and picturesque old harbour, guarded by its two towers, surrounded with its numerous restaurants.
Alternatively, take the dramatic bridge to the Isle de Re. An island with a very mediterranean feel, and an air of "shabby chic" where the rich and famous holiday.
Golf
There are 3 golf courses within one hour's drive.
Travel
Airports at la Rochelle or Poitiers are within an hours drive. TGV stations at La Rochelle, Nantes and Niort, also 1 hour drive. St Malo is 4 hours and Calais 7 hours by autoroute. A car is recommended to appreciate the local countryside and visit places of interest.
Distances
Fontenay le Comte is 14km to the south and la Chataigneraie is 10km to the north. The forest of Mervent with its walking and VTT trails, zoo, amusement park and water sports centre is about 6km south. The Marais Poitevin (Green Venice), with its canals, wildlife and boat trips and the ruined Historic Abbeys is 30 minutes drive to the south.
Further details
Supermarkets and banks are available at la Chataigneraie and Fontenay. There is a street market on Saturday at Fontenay. Within walking distance in the village there is a Tourist Office, Pharmacy, Auberge/restaurant/bar),Creperie, Mini Market, Cafe/Tabac(with WiFi access), other cafes, gift shops and Boulangerie. Several artists workshops/galleries. Fishing permits available from the shop. Tennis court, Bicycle hire, horse riding, canoeing available. Puy de Fou, Futuroscope and the Marais Poitevin within an hours drive.
Booking notes
All payments are by cheque or internet banking. A deposit of 25% of the rental is required to confirm a booking. The balance (75%) is required eight weeks in advance of the commencement of the rental period, plus a £100 refundable security deposit. Full details on application.
Guest comments
Delightful, most well equipped Gite we have ever been to. Hope everyone has as nice a time as us.
The house is great. So good to have sharp kitchen knives and an effective shower. Well done - an inspiration, and so happy to have found this place.
The house and village exceeded all our expectations!
Owner profile
About the owner
We are semi retired in our 60's. We have been holidaying in France for over 30 years. Initially with children and then without. During that time we have stayed in everything from converted pigsties to a Royal Hunting Lodge, and simple country auberges to Five Star Hotels.
Despite having travelled the world and not speaking french very well we always return to France. We love France for its diversity - its love of history, its open countryside, its architecture old and new, but most of all for its food and wine. And so we decided to buy a property in France.
Having our own house means that we no longer have to load up the car with all those “extras” that we took before, such as a corkscrew that works, sharp kitchen knives, a pepper grinder and maybe a cookery book or two.
Year purchased: 2003
Why the owner chose a home in this location
The property needed to be within a day's drive of home, but far enough south to benefit from the improved climate. We wanted a village, to provide a sense of community and be within walking distance of a café/shop and boulangerie and yet be rural, and so we found our house in Vouvant.
Vouvant is “one of the most beautiful villages in France” - a medieval village steeped in history and legend, set on a hill surrounded by ancient rampart walls and encircled by a river. It has become a centre for arts and crafts with workshops and exhibitions freely accessible. It has an Auberge, cafés, boulangerie and a shop for the necessities of life. During the summer months it has activities most weekends. Its location provides easy access to a great many attractions and the coast.
Unique benefits of the property
The house has many endearing qualities: the ability to walk to the boulangerie for your morning croissants and be back by the time the coffee has brewed, walking along the riverside on the way to the café feeding the ducks your stale baguettes, the church bells marking the hours, the riding school out for a “Promenade” with its assorted Thelwell type ponies and everyone saying “Bonjour” as they pass in the street.
This is our second home and has been equipped as such. We are pleased to share it with you.
When you arrive after your long journey you will find the fridge has plenty of refreshing drinks, the cupboard will have tea and coffee, and all the basic staples to enable you to relax and enjoy your stay.
For booking and further information
Property Ref FR297
Susan Anstiss
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0)1689 875 270
Mob: (UK) + 44 (0)7713 532 340
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