Large Detached Gite. Barn Conversion, Tennis Court, Pool, Games, Stunning Views
Tranquil and Idyllic Location, 2 mins Drive from Supermarket, Restaurants, Bars, Bank, Market.
Sleeps 14 (7 Bedrooms) + 2 baby cots
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Near the border of the Dordogne in the heart of the Bordeaux wine region, the property has been tastefully converted from a large stone barn into beautiful gite accommodation with private pool, tennis court, table tennis pool table.
The property has been described as “one of the most prestigious properties in the area”. Situated on top of a hill at the end of a quiet no through lane on an acre of landscaped gardens, one of the attractions is the view from the front aspect facing east over the Dropt valley below. In the distance you can see the ancient town of Duras. A twenty minute stroll takes you into the small bastide town centre of Monsegur (33). Around the square there are bars, restaurants, boulangerie, pharmacy, paper shop/tabac, banks with ATM's and a coffee shop that make their own chocolates, superb! Also a very popular weekly market. La Maison Montignac and facilities are completely private for your use during your stay.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 26 May 2012 - 1 June 2012 | £995 | - | ||
| 9 June 2012 - 16 June 2012 | £995 | - | ||
| 23 June 2012 - 29 June 2012 | £1975 | - | ||
| 30 June 2012 - 13 July 2012 | £2345 | - | ||
| 14 July 2012 - 24 August 2012 | £2995 | - | ||
| 25 August 2012 - 31 August 2012 | £2195 | - | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 7 September 2012 | £1625 | - | ||
| 8 September 2012 - 21 September 2012 | £1095 | - | ||
| 22 September 2012 - 28 September 2012 | £925 | - | ||
| 29 September 2012 - 2 November 2012 | £795 | - |
Changeover day
Changeover day is on a Saturday. Arrivals strictly after 4pm, departures by 10am.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 Kingsize bed dual aspect windows B' 2 Twin beds (or 6ft kingsize) dual aspect windows B' 3 Small room twin beds (or 6ft kingsize) B' 4 Double bed B' 5 Kingsize dual aspect windows B' 6 Kingsize bed B' 7 Small room twin beds or 6ft kingsize |
| Bathrooms: | En-suite to bedroom 1, shower, basin and separate wc Wash basin in bedroom 4 En suite to bedroom 5 with shower, basin/wc bedroom 6/7 shared shower room with basin/wc Bath/shower and basin, seperate wc next to bedroom 2 and near to bedrooms 3 and 4. |
| Kitchen: | New modern fitted open plan kitchen with all the usual fixtures/fittings, dishwasher, electric cooker, gas hob, microwave, fridges, freezer, kettle, toaster, coffee maker and picnic hamper at your disposal. Dining area for full occupancy. |
| Utility Room: | Laundry room with washing machine. Washing lines etc. Iron/ironing board |
| Living Rooms: | 40ft open plan living area with panoramic window and 22ft oak beamed ceiling, stone fireplace housing wood burning stove. Large dining table. British satellite TV, video/DVD, selection of films and books. |
| Other: | Rear courtyard with shady undercover dining area. Games room with table tennis, 6ft pool table, darts, high oak beamed ceiling which is very cool in summer. Extra fridge. Full size clay tennis court and practise wall. All balls and rackets supplied. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Bed linen and towels are included in the price. Please provide your own beach/pool towels. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove garden oven parking fridge/freezer fridge microwave dishwasher washing machine iron/ironing board satellite tv tv telephone internet access 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
Stair gates, high chairs and cots are available on request. Logs for the wood burning fire are charged as an extra at the time. Securely fenced 9 x 6m swimming pool with decked sun terrace and sun loungers. Telephone for your use with selected free calls within France and the UK, some other countries around the world. Free Wi-Fi/ethernet internet connection for your lap top.
Cycle hire available.
Accessibility
For guests that have disabilities, the very young or for the older, most of the property is on the ground floor, this includes 4 of the bedrooms. There aren’t many steps around the property generally being just 1 or 2 stone steps. Wheel chair friendly to an extent, please call us to discuss further your requirements.
Outside
Large patio at the front of the house with views overlooking the Dropt Valley below. Covered decked veranda in the rear courtyard with tables and chairs for dining, additional shingle patio area. BBQ, 2 outside tables and chair sets, sun loungers, hammock, children's swings and landscaped gardens. Private off road parking for several cars with parking also on the gated gravelled drive. 9mx6m private swimming pool with decked sun terrace that is securely fenced. Full size clay tennis court.
All facilities are for your exclusive use.
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.
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
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 views surrounding Monsegur are nothing but beautiful countryside and the meandering river Dropt. At the eastern part of this hill is the rural area of Montignac. At the end of the promontory looking out over the Dropt valley is the house, La Maison Montignac. In the far distance set on another hill is the castle of Duras, this is lit up at night giving a fantastic vista across the valley. Laying in bed at night in the 'Master bedroom' you have a clear line of sight all night to the lit up castle in the distance. Locally there are too many historic sites and attractions to list here but the house contains many leaflets and information of what's on. Locally there are many historic sites and attractions to visit. Information can be obtained from the local tourist information office located in Monsegur. A local nature trail (pole nature) is just a minutes walk from the house, this takes you from the house down and along the river then up to the town via the old ramparts, then maybe a cold beer or glass of wine in the square? and a slow walk back to the house.
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 2.9% - 3.9% handling fee, international payments are subject to a 3.4 - 6.4% handling fee.
Guest comments
"An exceptional house - the best we have stayed in. We all loved the pool, games room and tennis court. Can't walk past the view without stopping at any time day or night. We recommend to everyone!" - The James Party
"I cannot think of another property that we have visited that has not only lived up to our expectations but also managed to exceed all expectations – it is a perfect house ideal for group holidays and we hope to visit it again in the future."-
The Crombie party
"Had a fabulous stay. Lots to do for all of our ages - 18 months to 85!!, will recommend it for other family groups" -The Goodson party.
“Stunning house in a stunning location!! It has been a fun filled holiday with much use of the wonderful facilities...it’s a very difficult place to leave and we hope to return one day.” The Hocknell party
“We have had the most memorable time on our holiday. The house has been amazing & met all our needs for all 12 of us......we would definitely come again!” The Gol
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