People | 8 |
Bedrooms | 3 |
Bathrooms | 2 |
Property type | cottage |
Minimum Stay | 7 nights |
A beautifully converted Bergerie offering comfortable accommodation for up to eight people. Maison Erica is situated in a large garden at the heart of this authentic hamlet of Gros. There is a private pool and attractive pool house ( converted pig house) which contains a high quality sauna. The garden is large and flat with plenty of room for games and there is a very nice terrace to enjoy a barbecue. Gros is approximately 5km from Neuveglise where there is a baker, butcher and convenience store. St. Flour, an historic market town, is approximately 20 km away with a good selection of supermarkets and shops. There are a number of attractive villages within a short driving distance and many ancient volcanoes to visit. This house is located in a very traditional part of France, with very few British tourists and offers extensive walking, hiking, cycling, fishing and other outdoor pursuits. The Mediterranean is approximately a 2.5 hours drive away.
We have owned Maison Erica since September 2007, we bought it from a dutch couple that had lovingly restored it from a sheep barn (bergerie).
The hamlet of Gros is small but very well looked after, the Auvergne is an agriculturally rich area, the cows always look incredibly healthy. We love the fact that you can hear the cow bells at milking time.
Cantal has a fantastic variety of birds including some large birds of prey and the Aubrac area, just to the south east, is lovely too with limestone hills, pretty villages and fantastic flora.
We are a family of five with one well behaved Golden Retriever called Alfie which we occasionally take for summer holidays. We visit Gros most years in May and September when it is not rented.
Jeremy Smith purchased this cottage in 2007
We had an amazing stay in house Erica. I don't think I've ever slept in a better bed on a vacation. The mattress was very nice and firm,. the rooms were lovely and the garden very big.
Our dogs had an great time just walking around and as soon as the sun paid a visit you could find us outside.
We made good use of the pool and even used the sauna on the more windy days. I really recommend this house!
Special interest holidays:
Gros is situated very close to the Lac du Barrage de Grandval with very good boating and fishing facilities. There is also canoeing and other outward bound pursuits available within 5 miles of the house.
Coast/Beach:
Gros is not a coastal location, however, you can reach the Mediterranean beaches in around 2.5 hours.
Travel:
Rodez Airport: 75 mins
Clermont-Ferrand Airport: 75 mins
Montpellier: 150 mins
Approximately 7 hours driving time from Channel Ports (Calais).
This is a rural location and the use of a car is essential.
Distances:
Located in the heart of Gros which is a hamlet of approximately 50 inhabitants.
5km to Neuveglise with convenience store, baker, butcher and tennis courts.
20km to St Flour with variety of supermarkets, shops and restaurants.
Further Details:
This is a French speaking region of France and our guardian and cleaner speak only French (but are very friendly).
Rental Period | Minimum Price | Additional Nights | Weekend Night | Weekly | Monthly | Event Price | |||
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Summer Holidays
21 Jul 2018 -
1 Sep 2018
Changeover Day: Saturday 7 night minimum stay
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£790
for 7 nights
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£95
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My Standard Rate
Changeover Day: Saturday 7 night minimum stay
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£580
for 7 nights
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£65
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Change Over & Clean | £125 |
Pet Fee | £0 |
Refundable Damage Deposit | £150 |
Booking Notes:
Reservation deposit £150 which becomes the security deposit and is returned within 14 days of departure.
50% of Rental 60 days before arrival
50% of Rental 30 days before arrival
Late Bookings (within 30 days of arrival): Full payment of Rental and Deposit with reservation.
Changeover Day:
Changeover day is Saturday.
Arrival between 2pm and 6pm - you will be greeted by the guardian.
(for later arrivals there is a key lock-box).
Departures by 10am please.
Notes on prices:
Please contact us for short break prices.
Please contact us to discuss Ski bookings (Dec-Apr).