Large Restored Detached Farmhouse, Next to Vineyards, Bordeaux Wine Region, Near the Dordogne Border
Private Pool, Large Garden, Lovely far Reaching Views, Ideal Country Setting Without Near Neighbours
Sleeps 12 (6 Bedrooms) 3 bathrooms with wc's
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Babeau is a lovely farmhouse newly restored to a high standard, all mod cons on offer whilst retaining its original character. Private pool with outside terraces. 3 bathrooms in total.
Set at the end of a single track road with lovely far reaching views over the valley, next to vineyards. Plenty of off-road parking. This is a detached property and is completely for your exclusive use. Sleeps 12 persons over 6 bedrooms without any near neighbours. Table tennis, swings/slide climbing frame and a very large garden, all set in beautiful and quiet countryside. Bordeaux airport 1hr, Bergerac airport 40 mins. 1km from village post office selling fresh bread. 3 miles from a Bastide town with restaurants, cafes, bars, banks, shops, pharmacy, supermarkets and weekly market. An ideal central location to explore Bordeaux, Bergerac and the Dordogne.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 7 January 2012 - 30 March 2012 | £600 | - | ||
| 31 March 2012 - 27 April 2012 | £695 | - | ||
| 28 April 2012 - 1 June 2012 | £895 | - | ||
| 2 June 2012 - 29 June 2012 | £1295 | - | ||
| 30 June 2012 - 13 July 2012 | £1955 | - | ||
| 14 July 2012 - 24 August 2012 | £2395 | - | ||
| 25 August 2012 - 31 August 2012 | £1675 | - | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 7 September 2012 | £1295 | - | ||
| 8 September 2012 - 21 September 2012 | £925 | - | ||
| 22 September 2012 - 28 September 2012 | £795 | - | ||
| 29 September 2012 - 26 October 2012 | £645 | - | ||
| 27 October 2012 - 21 December 2012 | £600 | - | ||
| 22 December 2012 - 1 January 2013 | £1995 | - |
Notes on prices
Christmas week is now only £1995, flexible changeover day.
Price includes all linen and bedding, towels and pool towels, no hidden charges.
Changeover day
We are flexible on change over dates in the low seasons as well as over the Christmas period.
Changeover day is on a Saturday. Arrivals strictly after 4pm, departures by 10am.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bed' 1 (ground floor) with double bed. Bed' 2 (ground floor) twin beds. Bed' 3 (ground floor) twin beds. Bed' 4 (upper floor) twin beds. Bed' 5 (upper floor) twin beds. Bed' 6 (upper floor) double bed. |
| Bathrooms: | 3 bathrooms all with wc's. Bath & shower & WC (shared with bed' 1 and 2). En-suite shower & wc to bedroom 6. Shower room with WC (shared with bed' 3, 4 and 5). Separate additional wc on ground floor. |
| Kitchen: | Modern fitted open plan kitchen with all the usual fixtures, fittings: refrigerator, freezer, convection oven, gas hob, dishwasher, stainless steel and glass cookware, and a full range of small appliances, cutlery and dining utensils. |
| Utility Room: | Washing machine, tumble dryer, ironing board and iron. |
| Living Rooms: | In the lounge/dining room there is the original large fireplace. Large dinning table. Also another large lounge with table and chairs, satellite TV, DVD. The mezzanine area has a further table and seating. |
| Other: | A formal dining area with lounge seating overlooking the front terrace with views, original large open fire place. Further dinning table located at one end of the large TV lounge. Large table with chairs outside. The mezzanine area has lounge seating. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
All towels including pool towels are included in the price. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove garden oven parking fridge/freezer microwave dishwasher washing machine tumble dryer iron/ironing board satellite tv tv telephone internet access central heating room fans cot high chair barbecue private pool (for sole use of guests) |
| Suitability: | children welcome suitable for elderly |
| Location Type: | rural village |
Notes on accommodation
The property is heated by central heating - you will only need this during winter periods. Pool has a solar dome to warm the pool for the early season. This can be left on to act as a barrier should you wish for the younger ones, the pool can still be accessed for swimming. Children's slide and swing/climbing frame. Table tennis.
Accessibility
Though the property is quite old and still has many of its original features the ground floor is reasonably flat without many steps. The terrace is flat at the front of the house and most rooms can be accessed from the terrace or the rear drive way.
Outside
Children's climbing frame and large garden with Orchard.
9x4m swimming pool - please note that the pool is not fenced, a safety alarm is used, though if you wish the solar roof can be kept in place to be used as a barrier. Sun terrace with sun loungers, lovely views over the fields and valley, views are far reaching into the distance. Vineyard comes right up the the property. Without any near neighbours. Telephone for incoming calls and local calls. Wi-fi/ethernet internet connection for your laptop.
Coast/Beach
90 mins away is the 150 mile long sandy beach at Arcachon and Biscarosse (great surfing). 30 mins away at Blasimon is a fresh water lake with nice sandy beach. The property is an ideal central location to explore the area. Set in the Bordeaux wine region, Bordeaux city is 1 hour away, Bergerac is 40 mins, Dordogne is 30 mins.
Golf
There are various golf courses in the area. The best is a 30 minute drive away at the superb Chateau des Vigiers golf & country club. The 18 hole par 72 course was created by Donald Steel. Facilities also include a beauty centre/spa and restaurant. Other local courses are also available within 30 mins drive. Lots of vineyards to visit and sample their wine.
Travel
Airports: Bordeaux - 1 hours drive. Bergerac - 40 mins drive. Toulouse - 2 hours. There are many routes from the UK being serviced by a handful of carriers. TGV train stops at either Libourne (45 mins drive) or Bordeaux station (1 hour drive). All the main car hire companies are available from these destinations. To drive from the northern French ferry ports, approximately 550 miles from Calais, Caen 430 miles.
Distances
Dieulivol is a small hamlet where bread can be bought from the village post office less than a 1km away from the house. Local supermarkets are located in Duras 2 miles or Monsegur 4 miles. Open all day Mon- Sat till 8pm and 9am - 1pm Sundays (times may differ on French holidays). Large hypermarkets all within 20 mins drive at La Reole or Marmande.
Further details
Monségur and Duras are pretty XIII century Bastide towns set around a market square which host weekly markets and also a weekly night market within the peak summer season. There are also many local festivals throughout the year. There are cafés, bars, boulangeries, pharmacy, supermarkets and banks. The bars, restaurants and shops that surround the square are covered by stone vaulted archways. The name Monsegur literally means ‘safety on a hill’. This picturesque small town still has some of its old Ramparts dating back to the 13th century. This town and area is closely linked with Eleanor d'Aquitain who married King Henry II of England. Locally there are many historic sites and attractions to visit. Information can be obtained from the local tourist information office located in Monsegur. There are public clay tennis courts in Monsegur. Cycle hire available.
Booking notes
25% non-refundable deposit at time of booking. £300 (refundable) security bond payable with balance 8 weeks prior to rental. Pay by cheque or bank transfer without any fee. Credit cards / pay pal are subject to 3.4% handling fee, international payments are subject to a higher handling fee.
Guest comments
'Loved that yours is the last property on the lane and there is a huge garden with swings etc. - meant the kids could go out at any time and we knew they were safe. L O'Sullivan'
'We have had a fab week. All the kids enjoyed the pool, gardens and fruit trees. House fantastic, works well with two families' The Taylors.
'This is a lovely house which is great for everyone. The pool is fantastic. The view from the garden is beautiful and the surrounding towns are lovely. I really enjoyed staying here with all my family and it was the best holiday I ever had.' The Bailey Party – 2010.
'Thanks for a wonderful holiday experience here in Babeau, thoroughly enjoyable. All 11 of us had a blast – scenery beautiful, villages and vineyards lovely, so this gang from Dublin will be back.' The Shannon Party – 2010.
'This is a lovely peaceful place which has made us feel rejuvenated. Spacious house with room for all the activities for all ages. Enjoyed it all.' The Hallows Party 2010.
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