17th Century Cottage Set In Glorious, Undulating, Countryside With Beautiful Views
Nature And Birdlife Contribute To The Tranquility And Comfort That The Cottage Is Famous For
Sleeps 6 (3 Bedrooms)
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The cottage is set in a lovely rural hamlet in the hills of the Correze. It offers a beautiful blend of old and contemporary design with every modern day comfort. Understated luxury is tempered with simplicity to make the most of the tranquil surroundings. Comfortable rooms with soft colours throughout. Wifi; iPod speakers/dock; a more than fully fitted kitchen; TV and a good selection of DVDs and books are also provided. There is a beautiful inglenook fireplace with an open fire; and the house is fully heated. The garden is on two levels with two terraces: one is south facing for sunbathing and perfect for breakfast; the second is a deck set amidst trees for cool natural shade, and a perfect setting for lunch. An experienced cook, with an excellent local reputation, is also available. Right on the doorstep of The Cottage are some wonderful walks; there are lakes for swimming and two riding stables. Fishing, canoeing, kayaking and golf are other popular activities.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 1 October 2011 - 5 May 2012 | £750 | 7 | ||
| 5 May 2012 - 29 September 2012 | £975 | 7 |
Notes on prices
In the low season we do accept shorter stays. We tailor the prices for Special Event Packages. Also the cook is negotiable, depending upon how much cooking is required. The basic price of the house stays the same.
May 5th to 12th - rejuvinating, healthy, luxurious week to wash away the winter and get you ready for summer: 495 pounds per person.
Changeover day
Changeover Day is every Saturday. We can be more flexible in low season. Arrival time is after 4pm and departure must be prior to 10am.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Two bedrooms have very comfortable king size beds. Bedroom 3 has excellent twin beds that are made to be attached to form a king size when necessary. All bedlinen is cotton and the bedding is top quality microfibre (feather is optional). |
| Bathrooms: | There is one bathroom/wet-room with a double sink, bidet and WC. There is an enormous, luxurious power shower. Shower gels and soap are provided. All towels are provided including swimming towels. There is also a large downstairs cloakroom. |
| Kitchen: | The kitchen is very fully equipped including: cooker, hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, a good selection of cooking aids e.g. food-mixer, and numerous utensils. It is also stocked with essentials: oil, coffee, tea, mustard, mayo and much more. |
| Utility Room: | There is a washing machine and various garden tools. The latter is for the gardener! There are two bicycles; two sets of waders; two sets of wellington boots; an exercise trampoline; a nike exercise mat; some childrens' toys; a travel cot and more. |
| Living Rooms: | The sitting-room contains: Wifi; TV with British TV, DVD player (plus two portables); iPod speakers/dock; telephone; a good selection of DVDs and books; cards and some board-games. There is a dining table in the kitchen. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
All bed-linen is provided, as are luxurious towels (including swimming towels). The Cottage is cleaned once a week and then the sheets and towels will be changed as well. We also supply fabric napkins. There are cosy quilts for colder nights. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge/freezer microwave dishwasher washing machine tumble dryer iron/ironing board satellite tv tv telephone internet access central heating cot barbecue |
| Location Type: | rural |
Notes on accommodation
Our house is situated within the same hamlet and our tumble dryer is at your disposal. We have two camp-beds available if desired, however, please take into account that all the dining tables seat six. They could, however, be appropriate for small children and there is room in the twin room for the extra beds. The downstairs WC accommodates the twin room during the night hours. The second two bedrooms are upstairs on the same floor as the bathroom.
The Cottage is also a wonderful house for winter breaks. It is fully heated with radiators throughout and underfloor heating in the downstairs. Wood is provided for the log fire and the cook can provide you with sumptuous meals. Walking in winter is a lovely experience. The air is crisp and dry, and we have lots of sunshine. The views are longer without the leaves on the trees. There is a "western" riding stable 10 minutes away and it is open all year round. The whole area is very peaceful in the winter and autumn months.
Accessibility
The terrain in this region is sloping and not very wheelchair friendly. The house itself is old and has some original, uneven steps and the front door is narrow.
Outside
In front of the house there is a large south-facing terrace with a table and chairs for six, with two large parasols. The garden has a circular lawn, raised dry-stone rose-beds and beds of lavender. There is a large bench here. Stone steps lead to a lower level and a large decked area under trees. The views from here are gorgeous. There is a table and chairs for six and two hammock chairs. The Cottage has four very good sun-loungers. There is a modern BBQ, and charcoal will be provided. A large plunge pool is also provided. There is a gravel area with parking for two cars. The property is gated.
Golf
The nearest golf course is 45 minutes away. Within a one hour drive there are several others, including two very beautiful ones. My husband has a good set of golf clubs that you can borrow if you don't want to bring your own.
Skiing
The nearest skiing is in the Massif Centrale (50 minutes drive away). The ski resort here are not expensive and ideal for the less experienced skier.
Special interest holidays
Cookery classes are available for both adults and children. We can also "do" christmas and easter, or special occasion breaks. The package would include decoration, meals, treasure hunts etc. We love making a fuss of people. Guided walks are also available for those who wish to be accompanied. We also encourage yoga and other therapeutic retreats. Vegetarian meals can also be provided and the house is lovely all year round.
winter breaks for a real rest.
Travel
Our nearest airports are: Brive (75 minutes drive); Limoges (2 hours); Clermont Ferrand (2 hours); Rodez (2 hours); Toulouse (2.5 hours). Train station: Brive-la-Guillarde (70 minutes drive), for trains from Gare Austerlitz in Paris. We are 8 hours drive from Calais. Having a car here is essential. Private planes can land at Brive, or Aurillac (45 minutes drive).
Distances
The nearest shops are in St Privat, which is 8 minutes drive. St Privat has everything you need. Argentat is a bigger town and is 20 minutes away. The surrounding areas are stocked with places of interest and it is up to you how far you travel. The nearest cities are Brive and Aurillac. Both are worth a visit. Central Brive is 1 hour and 15 minutes drive; and the centre of Aurillac is about 55 minutes drive.
Further details
We are happy to book fishing permits; canoeing/kayaking and any other activities you wish to participate in.
We know the area very well and can advise you on where to go and what to see. There are leaflets in The Cottage with some of the local attractions and some of these offer discounts.
Booking notes
We ask for a 20% deposit to hold your booking if it is made prior to 8 weeks before your date of arrival. 8 weeks before your holiday begins we ask that you pay in full.
One hundred pounds will be asked for as a security deposit (to cover any breakages/damage incurred by you). If there is no damage this will be refunded in full.
Guest comments
"The best place in the world. Love it."
"Wonderful in every way."
"An amazing five star hotel. Are we allowed to come back?! Thank you both so much - it was perfect. A bientot."
"Gastronomic amazements, and superb comfort."
"Bliss."
"More bliss."
"Perfect again. Thank you both."
"Utterly brilliant."
"Cottage in full glory. What a feast."
Owner profile
About the owner
The owners of this property are Johan and Venetia Hos. Johan is Dutch and he is a translator. Venetia is an interior designer and a cook. We have lived here for 12 years and in that time Venetia has been catering for special events and we have run a private dining business. Venetia is a passionate cook and has a large repertoire from all around the world. She is also very knowledgeable about nutrition and caters for all dietary requirements.
We have spent the past six years renovating The Cottage. The house was completely derelict, having been left empty since 1935. It had no water or electricity and an asbestos roof.
Johan and I don't have any children but we love them (and have 10 godchildren), so they are very welcome.
Year purchased: 2005
Why the owner chose a home in this location
Johan and I had always loved the property and finally we managed to persuade the owners to sell it. It was a labour of love. The hamlet is beautiful and it seemed such a shame that the cottage was a ruin. She has some wonderful 17th century features and they were crying out to be brought back to life. This is a gorgeous, peaceful part of France. The local people are very friendly and we've loved every second of living here. We don't intend to move anywhere else. The local village has everything we need, but any journey made is beautiful and with next to no traffic. So every car journey is a joy. Being so far into the countryside there is no distance hum of traffic and no passenger flight-paths. We are 500m above sea-level and the air is clean and clear.
Unique benefits of the property
We lived at the cottage for seven weeks last year. It was wonderfully comfortable. Our house is in the same hamlet but we cannot see the cottage and so you will have total privacy. On the other hand we are there should you need anything. There is also an irrigation system so that we don't have to come and water the garden.
For booking and further information
Property Ref FR9436
Contact Name:
Venetia Hos-Edwards
(FRANCE) +33 0555284356
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