Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less) House-swap
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car essential Wheelchair access Nearest amenities: 3 km
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
L’Hirondelle is a large single storey gite sleeping 4-7 people, which has been completely refurbished to an exceptionally high standard and awarded the prestigious 4* by the French Tourist Office. It is in a peaceful tranquil location amidst vineyards. The 10m x 5m swimming pool is indoor, fully alarmed and has patio doors along one side which open on the hottest days but retain the warmth on cooler days. The pool can be heated during low and mid seasons at a reasonable additional cost. Fully enclosed private garden. The buildings are set around a large gravelled courtyard that is entered through an electrically operated security gate making the grounds safe and secure. With children in mind we have ensured that there is no direct access to the millpond or river.
Kitchen fully fitted with built in electric oven, gas hob, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, fridge/freezer. Master Bedroom with king size bed and single bed. En-suite shower room with shower cubicle, vanitory unit. w.c. Bedroom 2 3' twin beds. Bathroom: bath, vanitory unit, w.c. Cloakroom: vanitory, w.c. Indoor 10m x 5m swimming pool
Wheelchair accessible - please contact us with details of your requirements.
le Moulin de la Bourgognade
Indoor Swimming Pool
Sitting Room
Lounge
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The Aquitaine / Dordogne / Dordogne region
We are situated in the Gironde region of the "Purple Perigord" famous for it's vineyards and on the edge of the departments of the Charente, Dordogne and the Lot et Garonne. Further a field you will find, amidst the beautiful countryside and stunning scenery, many historical sites from Bastide, (walled) towns to fairy tale chateaux, prehistoric dwellings, caves and wonderful medieval stone towns and villages. There are several golf courses nearby including the renowned Chateau des Vigiers Golf Club designed by David Steel and offering both 9 & 18 hole courses which is less than a 5 minute drive. Fishing is available locally on the Dordoge River along with several local lakes. Wine lovers are more than adequately catered for with the vineyards of Bordeaux, St.Emilion, Bergerac, Monbazillac all close at hand, offering opportunities for tours and tasting.
The average temperature from April - September is 18 deg. C with an average highest temperature for this period of 24.7 deg. C. On average the maximum temperature between June - August is just over 28 deg.C. The average number of hours of sunshine from May - August is 9 hours per day.
If you are looking for an out of season break the months of April, May, June and October are highly recommended with good temperatures and no crowds.
You can be assured of a warm welcome to a part of rural France steeped in history with excellent and inexpensive restaurants, fine wine and gourmet food.
Bergerac / Ste Foy la Grande area
The old bastide town of Ste Foy La Grande (4 kms), situated on the edge of the Dordogne River is quite beautiful, with many half timbered medieval houses and a 13th Century Gothic Church. Ste Foy offers excellent shopping facilities, restaurants and supermarkets. It has a large Saturday market (one of the biggest in the area and said to be one of the top 50 in France), where one can find a wealth of local produce along with many other items. Traditional markets are also held in Bergerac, Eymet, Monsegur and Duras with atmospheric night time markets in the summer months. Bergerac with its shops, boutiques & restaurants is just 25 minutes drive. The picturesque old town with its medieval architecture leads down to the river where boat trips are available in the summer. The Tobacco Museum is a interesting destination for visitors to the area. The beautiful twelfth century village of St Emilion (recently added to UNESCO'c World Heritage list) is approximately a 30 minute drive away and is well worth a visit. Hidden beneath the town is Europes largest underground Church, hewn out of the soft rock by the Benedictine monks in the ninth century. The first weekend in May sees about 20 of the local wine chateaux open their doors to visitors and numerous concerts and wine tastings are held throughout the year. Of particular interest are the Fete of Printemps (June) and the Harvest (September). The historic town of Castillon la Bataille (famous for the last major battle of the Hundred Years War) is approximately 30 minutes drive. Every summer for two weeks in July and August they hold an exciting floodlit festival re-enacting the battle which includes an intense two hour battle incorporating amazing stunts and pyrotechnics. It is well worth a late night! Other activities in the immediate area include: fishing (licence costing approximately 30 Euros per week grants permission to fish anywhere on the Dordogne), several lakes offering beaches and leisure activities, aqua park suitable for children, bird-watching, walking, cycling, canoeing & kayaking, tennis, horse riding, go-karting, quad biking, paintball, hot air ballooning, gliding and parachuting. Within walking distance there is a tennis court and basketball court which are free of charge. The stunning beaches of the Atlantic coast are approximately 1½ hours by car. If you are adventurous enough to try fast water rides Aqualand suitable for all ages is near Arcachon. The famous golfing haven of Golf des Vigiers is approximately 4 kilometres away as well as several other golf courses. For those without the adventurous spirit Arcachon, famous for its oysters and other sea food is a short drive away. Whilst in the area a visit to the Dune de Pyla, the largest sand dune in Europe is highly recommended.
How to get there
Bergerac Airport 20 minutes Bordeaux Airport 1 hour Cheap flights available from many UK airports to both destinations Approximately 6 hours drive from St Malo.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Bergerac: 20 km
Railway:
Ste Foy la Grande: 3 km
Ferry:
St Malo
Activities near Bergerac
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (3), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 8, Sleeps maximum of 7
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Wheelchair access, Secure parking
Further details indoors: Electric heaters in all rooms. Internet connection via WiFi Satellite Navigation for hire - by the day or week ask for details Cot & Highchair available. Small paperback library. Selection of DVD's. Games chest.
Further details outdoors: Private garden overlooking vineyards is lawned and paved with wisteria covered pergola, BBQ, sunloungers, table & chairs.
A tranquil location offering the perfect retreat to relax and soak up the ambiance of rural France.
Large field adjacent to the cottage suitable for ball games, badminton, football etc. Selection of outdoor toys/games available.
A paddling pool suitable for babies is provided.
Bicycle hire can be arranged and delivered to your door.
Further details
The 10 x 5m alarmed pool is indoor - and open most of the year. To one side of the pool you have a number of French windows which help retain the warmth of the water during the cooler days yet can be opened on hotter days. The pool is for the use of guests & owners (please note the owners only swim when the pool is not in use by guests).
The pool can be heated if required during the following periods (28th March - 22nd May and 26th September - 30th October 2009 ) at an additional cost. Please ask for details.
Conditions
Refundable breakages deposit £150.
Optional cleaning charge of £50 if clients do not wish to clean prior to departure.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Early Spring
28 Feb 09
28 Mar 09
395£395
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Spring
28 Mar 09
23 May 09
450£450
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Early Summer
23 May 09
11 Jul 09
575£575
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Summer
11 Jul 09
29 Aug 09
895£895
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Late Summer
29 Aug 09
3 Oct 09
575£575
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Autumn
3 Oct 09
31 Oct 09
450£450
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Special rates offered for 3 - 5 night bookings during Low & Mid seasons - ask for details.
Heating charges (at cost) in addition for lettings from 29th March - 18th April 2009 and 3rd - 30th October 2009.
Flexible changeover days during spring, early summer, late summer & autumn seasons. Friday or Saturday changeover only during peak summer season.
Guestbook
We have had a lovely time. The gite was perfect and Richard & Maggie couldn't have been more helpful and accommodating! We will be telling a lot of people about this wonderful place. Thank you! Jason, Emma & Isabella Sarria-Solis, London.
We enjoyed our stay very much and the kids loved the garden and pool. Thanks for being informative and helpful when needed! Best regards. Dewey Family, Dubai.
Great accommodation, great hosts, home from home. Thanks Maggie & Richard for your thoughtfulness. Bill & Izzie Schafer, Lancashire.
Our honeymoon was made so special by Maggie & Richard. The accommodation superb with breathtaking scenery and peacefulness. We are so impressed we have booked again for next summer! Sally & Mark Rodgers, Dorset.
Gite was lovely, had everything we could have wanted. Swimming pool was great as was the location. Great hospitality from Richard & Maggie. Thank you form all of us. An ideal location for an ideal holiday. The Doshi family, Newcastle-upon-Tyne.
What a place! Beautiful gite, wonderful & helpful hosts, very good and informative on things to do and places to go. For our first visit to France it could not have been better. Michael & Lesley Edgar & Andrew & Janice Wright, Cambridgeshire.
A very pretty and well organized gite. Maggie & Richard were very friendly and helpful. It was particularly good and lots to explore for Isabelle (10 months). Beautiful place, very relaxing. Will definitely recommend to others. Woodhouse family, London.
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