Gite with Private Pool
Lovely Rural Location
Sleeps 8 (3 Bedrooms)
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Just an hour from both Limoges and Poitiers with their cheap flights, or 5-7 hours drive from the French ports the cottage is reached down a narrow farm lane. It has a fully enclosed and secure garden, with an above ground pool, a lovely terrace, trampoline, hammocks and a BBQ. Inside there is spacious accommodation with beamed ceilings and tiled floors. Full central heating and a wood-burning stove, fully fitted kitchen, 2 double and a twin bedroom, 2 shower-rooms and a mezzanine sitting area with TV and DVD, wireless broadband. There is plenty of space on the mezzanine for extra sleeping. The local village has 2 boulangeries, a Spar, a bank and a bar. There is a great restaurant just across the river from the cottage. You will find some lovely walks and cycle rides; fishing and water sports on nearby lakes and rivers, horse-riding and some charming medieval towns to explore.
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| Rental periods | |
| January - March | from €400 |
| April / May | from €500 |
| June / July | from €650 |
| August | from €750 |
| September | from €600 |
| October | from €500 |
| November / December (not Xmas) | from €400 |
| Christmas / New Year | from €500 |
Notes on prices
Prices shown are for the property per week in Euros.
Prices include linen, towels and cleaning.
There is an extra charge for dogs.
Price negotiable for long winter lets.
Changeover day
Departure day is usually Saturday, but other days can be discussed.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 is very large and beamed, with double bed and en-suite, there is a cot available for babies. Bedroom 2 with double bed. Bedroom 3 with 3 single beds. |
| Bathrooms: | En-suite to bedroom 1 with loo, basin, large shower. Shower room. Separate loo. |
| Kitchen: | Fully fitted with plenty of cooking equipment. Eye level fan oven, gas hob, large fridge/freezer, microwave, toaster, table and chairs, and a high chair. |
| Utility Room: | Separate laundry building with washing machine, tumble drier, iron and ironing board. |
| Living Rooms: | Sitting/dining room, wood-burning stove, sofa, large table and chairs, plenty of toys, games, jigsaws and telephone. |
| Other: | Mezzannine sitting area with TV/DVD and lots of DVDs. We also have wireless broadband internet connection if you bring a laptop, an internet radio, and a telescope to enjoy the beautiful clear night skies. There's plenty of room for extra sleeping area. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Linen and towels included. Cleaning at end of stay included. |
Notes on accommodation
Full central heating, so the house is really warm in the winter. There is a steep staircase to the first floor, but we have a toddlers stairgate at the bottom. Well behaved dogs are allowed.
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge/freezer,
- microwave,
- washing machine,
- tumble dryer,
- iron/ironing board,
- tv,
- telephone,
- internet access,
- central heating,
- room fans,
- cot,
- high chair,
- barbecue,
- private pool (for sole use of guests),
- pets accepted
Outside
An 18ft circular above ground swimming pool with lockable steps. Large table and chairs for 10 on the terrace. Sun loungers and concrete BBQ. Two hammocks. A large trampoline in the garden, suitable for kids over 6. There is a large garage with bikes for visitors use.
Coast/Beach
There are several lake beaches in the area. Lake St Pardoux is about 45 minutes away - it has a lovely sandy beach, safe swimming and lots of water sports. In the summer there is plenty of swimming in the river 5 minutes away.
Travel
Ryanair fly from Stansted to Poitiers and Limoges which are both about an hour away. They also fly from Liverpool and Birmingham to Limoges. Flybe fly from Southampton to Limoges. Ryanair often have cheaper flights to Tours, which is about 2 hours away. The cottage is about 6 hours from Calais, and about 5 from Dieppe and Le Havre.
Distances
The nearest village, Lathus St Remy is about 5 minutes drive. Montmorillon, 20 mintues away, is delightful with lots of restaurants, cafes, a market and plenty of activities for adults and children. There a 12th century church, Octagon and Monastry and the world famous Macaroon Museum. The old towns of Bellac, Le Dorat, Chauvigny and Le Blanc are all near, with lots to explore and discover.
Further details
Futuroscope - a 21st Century attraction park devoted to films and images - is less than an hour away; so is a Monkey Sanctuary and a Reptile Centre. The monthly market at Les Herolles is the largest in the region and well worth a visit. As is the velo-rail at Chavingny where you 'cycle' along an old railway track 8km into the countryside and back. Bungee jumping, micro-lighting, motor racing and 4x4 off roading are all available close by.
Booking notes
Deposit negotiable. Full payment 8 weeks before departure.
Guest comments
'I want to say that we have been to France many times over the last ten years, and your home was the best place (and location) that we have been to. Everything was as promised and much more. Everything was wonderful and would highly recommend your home and the support that was provided.'
'A little piece of Heaven.'
'What a relaxing holiday!'
'The kids just loved the garden.'
House swap
House swap considered - USA, New Zealand, Australia.
Owner profile
About the owner
I live in the the South of England with my husband, 2 kids and our dog. I work from home.
Year purchased: 2005
Why the owner chose a home in this location
We bought our lovely cottage so we could have somewhere for holidays and be able to take our newly acquired puppy. We wanted somewhere far enough south to get good weather in the summer, but near enough so we could drive in a (long) day from home.
We also wanted somewhere near to airports so we have the option to fly for short trips.
It has been a real joy.
We have had great summers there playing in the garden and in the pool; larking about on the hammocks; cycling and visiting some charming towns and villages.
We also love it in the winter, curling up beside the log burner after a chilly walk by the river, or watching some great DVDs.
Unique benefits of the property
I love just lying in a hammock with a book and a glass of wine! I particularly like having the internet radio, so I don't miss the Archers even on holiday! And of course it's great discovering new restaurants, markets and shops.
The kids love having a big garden, the trampoline to bounce on and a pool to play in. They like having empty roads to cycle along, swimming in the river and going horse riding.
The dog likes new walks and a garden to sniff around.
My husband just likes to potter and also work from the house, as we have a good wifi connection.
And all our guests seem to think Chez Bobin is as magical as we do, judging from the great comments in our visitors book.
For booking and further information
Property Ref FR903
Fiona Leigh
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0)1273 600 161
Mob: (UK) + 44 (0)7747 794 782
Owners Website: Click here
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