'andante', A Little Taste Of Paradise In South West France
With Private Pool
Sleeps 4/8 + 2 (4 Bedrooms)
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Andante is a recently renovated farm, dating back to 1850, set in 1,3 hectares (13,000sq.m) of land. The farm consists of 2 adjoining houses, a gîte that sleeps 4-8 and a second house that can be rented in combination with the gîte and sleeps 2. Both houses are fully furnished and self contained. Bed linen and towels are included. There is a private swimming pool on the property (5m x 10m) with great views of the surrounding countryside. Volleyball, badminton, jeu de boules and table tennis can be played on site. As guests of Andante you also have access to the local tennis court located next to the 'Mairie' in St. Vivien, which is just a couple of minutes away. If you enjoy a round of golf there is an excellent golf course (18 and 9 holes) in Castelnaud de Gratecombe, some 12kms from the property, and a 9-hole course in Tombeboeuf, 28kms from Andante.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 3 September 2011 - 23 June 2012 | €600 | 7 | ||
| 23 June 2012 - 1 September 2012 | €900 | 7 | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 29 December 2012 | €600 | 7 |
Notes on prices
Prices quoted above are for up to 4 people per week in euros.
Prices include bed linen, towels, electricity and gas.
Prices for 5-8 people: from 3/9/11 - 23/6/12: €825 - from 23/6/12 - 1/9/12: € 1.325 - from 1/9/12 - 29/12/12 € 825 and include use of an additional bedroom (to sleep 4) and bathroom.
Price for separate house that accommodates 2 – only available in combination with rental of gîte for 4 upwards: € 500 per week (23/6/12 - 1/9/12), € 350 (1/9/12 - 29/12/12).
Changeover day
Day/time of arrival: Saturday from 3 pm (outside peak season - any other day possible too).
Departure: Saturday before 10am.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with double bed. Bedroom 2 with 2 single beds. Bedroom 3 with 2 single beds and a bed settee (included if booking 5-8 people). Bedroom 4 (twin bedded) in the adjoining house that can be rented in combination with the gite. |
| Bathrooms: | Bathroom 1: bath and shower over, hand basin, wc, washing machine. Bathroom 2: shower, hand basin and wc (included if booking 5-8 people). Bathroom 3: shower, hand basin and wc (in the adjoining house) |
| Kitchen: | Fully equipped with 2 ovens (1 electric, 1 bottle gas), microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, table and chairs. |
| Living Rooms: | Large sitting room with settee and 2 comfortable separate chairs. Dining table for 8. TV (local French), DVD player and radio/CD player. Cosy and effective wood burner. Signal for wireless internet. |
| Other: | Private patio (shaded by vines) with own BBQ. Parking behind the house. Table tennis table, badminton and other games. Access to wireless internet available. Cot plus high chair on request. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Bed linen and towels (for use on site) included. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge/freezer fridge microwave dishwasher washing machine iron/ironing board tv internet access room fans cot high chair barbecue private pool (for sole use of guests) |
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Notes on accommodation
Two double bedrooms upstairs (one with single beds one with double bed). The extra room on ground floor to accommodate 4 extra people has its own bathroom (with shower, hand basin plus wc).
Separate (owners) house accommodates 2 (one large twin bedded bedroom, bathroom with shower/hand basin + wc, sitting room , separate wc, kitchen (with oven, hob + fridge)/dining room and 2 patio’s – front and back).
Accessibility
2 bedrooms upstairs. Banisters are child safe (with a gate before the stairs).
Outside
Large patio (shaded by vines) with garden furniture and BBQ. Pool (10 x 5 m with Roman steps) with sun loungers and parasols.
Coast/Beach
Lake beaches at distance of about 7km.
Golf
Golfers can choose from various courses, including: Castelnaud de Gratecombe (Golf and Country Club Villeneuve sur Lot) with 9 and 18 holes about 12kms and Golf de Barthe in Tombeboeuf (about 28 kms).
Skiing
Skiing is possible in The Pyrenees (about 3 hours drive)
Travel
Nearest airport is Bergerac (35 min drive). Airlines from UK: FlyBe (Birmingham, Edinburgh, Exeter, London Gatwick, Southampton) and Ryanair (Bristol, Liverpool, Luton, Nottingham, London Stansted) and from Brussels -Charleroi.
Jet2.com flies from Leeds Bradford to Bergerac. TwinJet.fr flies twice per day to and from Paris Orly-Ouest. New airport expected at Agen (60 mins). Other international airports are Limoges (approx 3 hours drive), Bordeaux and Toulouse (both about 2 hour drive).
Distances
Nearest villages are Villeréal (10km), Cancon and Monflanquin (both at 7km).
Further details
Lot et Garonne lies just south of the Dordogne in the Périgord. In this picturesque countryside of rolling hills are vineyards, orchards, walnut trees and fields full of sunflowers, rapeseed and corn. This is also the area of the plum trees that provide the Pruneaux d'Agen. The area is still fairly unknown and off the main tourist track and thus offers an oasis of peace, tranquility and space. The small towns and villages are full of character and the people are friendly. If not for the many Bastides (fortresses) to be found in almost every village around here, it would be hard to believe that in the 14th and 15th century this was the place the 100 years war between the English and the French was fought. Almost every day of the week there is a local market to be found in the surrounding towns and villages, such as Cancon, Monpazier, Monflanquin, Villeréal or Issigeac, all of which date back to the middle ages. Andante is 1km. from the village St. Vivien, which belongs to the community of St. Eutrope de Born. Tennis: as a guest of Andante you have free access to the local tennis court of St. Vivien. There are local maps for walking/cycling etc. There are many small lakes in the area in which you can swim and fish. On the camping site in Lougratte (15 mins. from Andante) there are excellent swimming facilities. Rugby: if you want to watch a rugby match, check what is on in Villeréal. The Villeréal Rugby Club is well known, plays league-level matches and is over 100 years old.
Booking notes
Payment: 50% on booking + 250 euro's,- deposit (to be refunded after departure subject to any deductions for incidental damages). Remaining 50% 1 month prior to date of arrival. Cancellation: 1 month prior to arrival 50%.
Guest comments
July 2009: We had a lovely time – loved the pool and the sports! Plenty of wine too!!! Weather a bit changeable. Thank you for a great time. Hope to come back. Au Revoir - Mark and company xx.
Aug. 2009: Thank you for a lovely stay at your very special place. We’ve really enjoyed our stay – the gite is perfect and the pool and surroundings are super for children to play. The patio is very cosy and we have had some great BBQ’s and evenings. Love Nana.
June 2010: What a wonderful location! We really enjoyed exploring the area. One week is certainly not enough; it needs at least two to be able to find all the fantastic locations and the local markets. The weather has been perfect. Graeme, Helen & Rob
Aug. 2010: What a fantastic holiday! We’ve loved every moment. Thanks for your hospitality and the wonderful quiet atmosphere, and the comfort of the house itself. The Campbells
May 2011: Andante is indeed a place to relax and enjoy. Even though we have toured around a lot. Ans & Luuk
Owner profile
Welcome & enjoy your stay at Andante
About the owner
Louise and René are the proud owners of Andante. The name of the property comes from a musical term meaning - relaxed treading slowly. This "mood" is exactly what drew us to this particular part of France.
With busy careers in The Netherlands it is great to get away and enjoy the different pace of life this piece of France offers. On top of that we are true francophiles and enjoy sharing our property with like-minded guests.
Year purchased: 2007
Why the owner chose a home in this location
We actually never intended to own a second home in France, but when friends of ours decided to put their farm house - dating back to 1850 - on the market, we went down to have a closer look and never looked back. Now, little over 3 years on, we spend as much time as possible there and with the advantage that the property is actually made up of two separate houses we're able to rent out the gite throughout the main holiday periods without necessarily having to forego our own time there. The beauty of the surrounding countryside, the friendly locals, the splendour of the many picturesque medieval villages, the pace of life and the great weather have us hooked! The beauty of the area is that it is generally a few degrees warmer and less rain than you would find in the Dordogne.
Unique benefits of the property
The gite is very well equipped for a holiday home thus ensuring guests can relax and know all their basic needs are met. The size of the grounds and the pool make Andante the perfect place to bring children.
The patio adjoining the gite is a favourite spot for long lazy lunches and evening barbecues. The house is only a 35 min. drive from Bergerac airport, 2 hours from Bordeaux or Toulouse while Limoges also offers easy access (1.5 - 2 hrs).
For booking and further information
Property Ref FR3389
Contact Name:
Rene Tolen
(NETHERLANDS) +31 651794631
Alternate Contact Details:
(NETHERLANDS) +31 653410714
Owners Website: Click here
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