Barrou holiday cottage rental with walking, beach/lake nearby, balcony/terrace, rural retreat, DVD

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Riverside Cottage (cottage)

Home:53988
Sleeps up to:6   (2 bedrooms)
Rates:£250 to £350
Nearest beach:Lesigny: 2 km
Changeover day:Sun
Access:Car essential
Nearest amenities: 0 km
Notes:Sorry - no pets allowed
Not suitable for children under 5
Not suitable for elderly or infirm
No smoking at this property
Self-catering

Home description

Delightful riverside cottage set on the river Creuse. Barrou is in a small market town with all local amenities within walking distance. These include a superb bakery, butcher and general store. There is also a cafe/restaurant which provides excellent value lunches. Other facilities include a garage, petrol station, Post Office, School, Church, Salles des Fetes and a Mayor's office. On Fridays there is a small market in the town.

The cottage has a south facing rear terrace wihch directly overlooks the river. This makes a perfect setting for those summer evening barbecues.

The cottage has two bedrooms but can comfortably sleep six. It has a games room with pool table, large summer lounge overlooking the river, kitchen with dishwasher, fridge microwave coffee maker cooker and separate breakfast area, dining room, bathroom with shower and separate toilet. TV room with French and British channels displayed on a flat screen HD ready LCD television.

Sun terrace overlooking the river Creuse
Sun terrace overlooking the river Creuse
Summer lounge showing leather sofabed
Summer lounge showing leather sofabed
Leather armchairs in summer lounge
Leather armchairs in summer lounge
Dining area
Dining area
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The Loire Valley / Indre-et-Loire region

The Loire Valley is known for the quality of its architectural heritages and is also home to a number of Chateaux including Villandry, Saumur, Chenonceau, Chaumont, Usse, Amboise, Azay le Rideau and Loches to name but a few. It is also famous for its vineyards like Chinon,Saumur and Vouvray where tastings are encouraged and is perfect for those who prefer a gentle relaxing holiday.

As well as the numerous chateaux there is also Futuroscope, a very popular theme park which explores state of the art cinematography technology in a futuristic environment. Perfect for a family day out.


Barrou area

Barrou is situated in the Creuse Valley and is flanked by low hills, forests and fields of sunflowers. It is a beautiful setting and is ideal for those who enjoy cycling or walking. There are many small villages and towns to explore including Descartes with its museums, La Guerche and Le Grand Pressigny. Both of these are historic places and both boast their own Chateau. Let yourself be charmed by the region with its many and varied cultural activities.

There is an excellent golf course at nearby La Roche Posay. This is also a spa town and visitors come from all over France so why not share the benefits of the Roche Posay waters. You will also find a casino and racecourse in the town.

La Brenne nature reserve is just a short drive away. Equivalent to the English National Trust this is a perfect venue for all nature lovers.


How to get there

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Regular flights from London Stansted to Tours and Poiters with low cost airline Ryanair. A new route has recently been opened up from Birmingham to Poitiers. Barrou is located roughly halfway between these airports. Journey time from airports is approx. one hour. There are also low cost flights from other UK airports to Limoges, Nantes and La Rochelle. The journey time here is two hours from the airports. Car hire is available from all airports.

Nearest Ferry Port is Caen. Journey time is about four hours.


Activities near Barrou

Sports:
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing

Great for:
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Beach or lakeside relaxation
Cycling holidays


Facilities

Luxuries:DVD player
General:Central heating, CD player, Pool / Snooker table, Satellite TV
Standard:Kettle, Toaster, Iron
Utilities:Clothes dryer, Dish washer, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine
Rooms:Bedrooms (2), Bathrooms (1), WCs (1)
Furniture:Sofabeds (1), Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 5, Sleeps maximum of 6
Other:Linen provided, please check with the owner regarding towels.
Outdoors:Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ, Private fishing lake / river

Further details indoors:
2 laz-e-boy leather recliners in TV room
extra "drinks only" fridge

Further details outdoors:
Sun Canopy
Patio table and 6 chairs
2 patio recliners


Further details

Most people in the town speak French only.


Conditions

In the first instance call us to check availability. We can then take your reservation on payment of a 25% deposit. The full amount must be paid at least 6 weeks before the start of your holiday.


Rental rates

Rental prices originally quoted in: British £Convert to:
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Low season 22 Mar 0924 May 09£ 250--1 Week
Mid season 24 May 0912 Jul 09£ 300--1 Week
High season 12 Jul 0930 Aug 09£ 350--1 Week
Mid season 30 Aug 0920 Sep 09£ 300--1 Week
Low season 20 Sep 091 Nov 09£ 250--1 Week

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.

Refundable £150 security deposit required with final payment.

We can accept payment by cheque, bank transfer or Paypal.


Availability

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Contact owner

To contact this owner please visit: http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/53988

Contact details for home 53988

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Name:Denis Walsh
Tel:+44 (0)1260 297795
Mobile:+44 (0)7765 883496
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Languages: English
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