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Cottage |2 bedrooms |Sleeps 4

Bonlez in Walloon Brabant

£56 / night
£392 / week

3 nights minimum stay

Changeover flexible

4.5 out of 5

2 reviews | Write a review

Key info  Swimming pool, balcony/terrace, car advised, no pets allowed

About the home

A charming annexed cottage to the main house dating back to the early 20th century. Beautiful countryside situation with gorgeous panoramic outlook over the surrounding fields and woods. Well-established garden with heated outdoor swimming pool. This comfortable two-level cottage with a very cosy and homely feel is fully equipped and roomy (90 sqm) and was completely renovated to high standards in 2011. It has central heating, quality furnishings, fabrics and original artwork. Two bedrooms accommodate 4. One of the bedrooms has an alcove containing an extra bed (1,60 m) convenient for a child. Baby cot also available. Off road parking . Free wifi internet access. Also convenient for long term lets, e.g. for expats having an assignment for several weeks or months. The cottage is within a short drive of the University of Louvain-la-Neuve and the business areas of Wavre with their multinational companies. Louvain (Leuven), Namur and Brussels are less than 20 miles away.
Ideally located in the centre of Belgium, all major tourist sites are within easy reach. In the immediate vicinity, you are sure to find something of interest be it cultural, historical, gastronomic or sports-related: 3 golf courses (Bercuit, Bawette and LLN), Walibi amusement park, horse riding, cycling, walking, tennis, restaurants, theatre, cinema, cultural activities. A stay can be combined with French language and culture classes, given by the owner who is a French teacher.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
The cottage is well equipped and roomy (90 sqm) with a very cosy and homely feel and was completely renovated to high standards in 2011. It has quality furnishings, fabrics and original artwork. Panoramic views over surrounding fields and woods. The central heating system provides a comfortable temperature throughout the year and the use of the traditional wood burning stove in the living room can add an extra cosy atmosphere. A large French window gives access to the terrace and the garden. There is a separate toilet on the ground floor, and a toilet in the bathroom on the first floor.
Free wifi internet access , Cable TV, DVD player, CD player, books, tourist information and maps available, as well as a high chair and some toys for small children.
Two bedrooms accommodate 4 adults. The master bedroom on the first floor features a comfortable double bed (160 cm x 200 cm) and has an alcove dressing room containing an extra bed (80 cm x 160 cm) convenient for a child. The bedroom on the ground floor has a comfortable double sofa bed. On request, this bedroom can be equipped with two single beds if needed. Ample wardrobe space is provided. A baby cot is available on request.
If no second bedroom is needed, the bedroom on the ground floor can be used as an extension of the living room, thanks to its large double doors and sofa bed.
The open plan kitchen is separated from the dining room by a breakfast bar with three high stools. The kitchen has high quality built-in equipment: hot air oven with grill and microwave oven, ceramic cooking plate, extractor hood, large fridge/freezer, dishwasher. The kitchen has all the usual cooking appliancies, including toaster, kettle, coffee maker. Table cloths, dishtowels and dishcloths are also provided.
The bathroom has a large walk in shower (160 cm x 90 cm), a wash basin and a toilet, as well as a washing machine. A hairdryer is provided. You will find a folding drying rack, an ironing board and iron, a vacuum cleaner and cleaning equipment stored in the cupboard adjacent to the bathroom.

Further details outdoors:
Relaxing in the swimming pool, in the well-established garden or from the terrace, you will be overwhelmed by the beauty of the surrounding scenery, overlooking the village church of Bonlez down the hill and benefiting from a gorgeous panoramic outlook over the fields and woods.
The heated swimming pool (11 m x 4.5 m) is open from spring to autumn, 5 months a year. Deckchairs and parasol are provided. Most of the 1,600-sqm large garden is accessible. On the terrace, you can use the table and chairs for outdoor dining, weather permitting. A barbecue is also available.
There is an off road parking area for your car.
The cottage has direct access to foot trails and cycle tracks. Amongst other activities, a lot of cycling, walking, horseback riding, tennis and golf opportunities are available in the immediate vicinity of the cottage.

Further details

The owners of the cottage are living on site in the main house and will grant you a personalized welcome. They will provide you with all useful information and will be glad to help whenever needed. But don't worry, they are not intrusive. The cottage is yours for the duration of your stay and your privacy will be respected. Be aware however that you will share the swimming pool and the garden with them.
Mobile phone signal reception is quite good.
Wifi internet acces almost everywhere in the cottage and on the terrace.
The cottage is strictly no smoking. No pets allowed.
Individual means of transport advised.
Self-catering
Cleaning service on request
Baby-sitters on request
Bikes hire and car rentals on request
Airport transport on request
French language and culture classes can be combined with your stay. The owner who is a French teacher gives the classes. For information and arrangement, contact the owner.

Conditions

Bookings will be confirmed upon receipt of a deposit of 30 pct of the total rent.
Long stay discount available (over 1 month).
Security deposit requested.
Supplement for cleaning upon departure: 50 euro.

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the cottage's terrace is a pleasant place for outdoor dining

 

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swimming with view

 

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comfortable dining room with view on surrounding nature

 

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well equipped open plan kitchen with high quality built-in equipment

The Walloon Brabant region

The region of Walloon Brabant is a destination that will win you over with its joie de vivre and its long historical tradition at the heart of Europe, only a stone's throw away from Brussels.
Walloon Brabant has a wide range of famous and exciting locations for you to discover: the emotion of the battlefield at Waterloo, the romanticism of the Cistercian Abbey of Villers, the grandeur of the Romanesque collegiate church of St-Gertrude in Nivelles, the originality of the University town of Louvain-la-Neuve and its famous Hergé museum, and the softly rolling hills of Hesbaye Brabançonne.
Relaxing and going out to discover the province is always fun. You can have a fabulous family day out at Walibi, at Hélécine Castle, in the woods of the Bois des Rêves, or you can run through the spacious park of the Solvay Castle at La Hulpe. A great time is guaranteed for all.
Walloon Brabant is the ideal place to discover nature, and with every step you take you have a growing sense of really getting away from it all.
Check out the numerous golf courses, discover the narrow streets of our villages and mountain bike tracks, or enjoy the peace and quiet of the countryside.
More info: www.brabantwallon.be/documents/tourisme/2010/en-tourisme-2010.pdf

The Bonlez area

The village of Bonlez is part of the Chaumont-Gistoux entity, a very green area, nevertheless close to all facilities. Crossed by two small rivers, the village is surrounded by undulating woods and fields. A castle dates back to the 13th century (not open for visit). Chaumont-Gistoux is next to the towns of Louvain-la-Neuve and Wavre.

Activities near Bonlez
A stay at the cottage can be combined with French language and culture classes, given by the owner who is a French teacher.
You are sure to find something of interest be it cultural, historical, gastronomic or sports-related: 3 golf courses (Bercuit, Bawette and LLN), Walibi amusement park, Adventure Park in Wavre, horse riding, cycling, walking, restaurants, theatre, cinema, cultural activities.
Visit the local museums (Longueville's clock museum, Chaumont's war museum) and discover by walking, cycling or horse riding the beautiful countryside. Don't miss the Hergé museum in Louvain-la-Neuve (Hergé is the guy you know who created Tintin). The historical cities of Louvain, Namur, Brussels, Nivelles, and the ruins of the Villers-la-Ville Abbey are all within a short drive, as are the Folon Foundation and the Solvay Castle at La Hulpe. You can also visit all other historical and tourist sites of Belgium in just one day coming back to the cottage in Bonlez for a good night sleep.

How to get there

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By car: Motorway E411 exit 8. Follow N25 and turn right at second exit to N243 Perwez and Chaumont-Gistoux. Approx 3 km further, at a Texaco petrol station, turn left to Bonlez (chemin de l'Herbe). At the top of the hill, turn left. Than turn into the first road on the right. Our house is the first one on your right-hand side.

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Reviews

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02 Nov 2011

“Perfect” The surrounding is very pretty with natures. Our girls were having fun walking around. The bed is comfortable. Spacious shower area. There's a washing machine that helps to clear part of my... more

16 Oct 2011

“A beautiful cottage, owned by charming hosts” Francoise and Paul have excelled in creating a gorgeous little getaway home. The cottage is immaculate, and adored with interesting artwork and trinkets. The open plan living room / dining room / and kitchen was very comfortable, and the walk in shower was a daily treat! We were met on arrival and presented with a basket of home grown fruit and later had home baked cakes left on our door step; they were scrumptious!! Both Francoise and Paul were extremely helpful and encouraged us to call them at any time day or night for advice on local attractions, etc. We were lucky enough to be invited into their home for an evening drink. Initially my wife and I were apprehensive as we were travelling with a 2 month old baby. Francoise assured us they were not disturbed by him at any time. She took great delight in providing him with an introduction to French speaking! The village of Bonlez is stunning. You are within walking distance of two fantastic restaurants, and a 15 minute drive from a large Carrefor. There are some lovely walks to choose from, and the golf course looks to be of a high standard. Without a doubt my wife, baby and I intend to visit again for another week at the end of January. This time we will make the most of the French lessons on offer from Francoise. Sincerely I cannot recommend this cottage highly enough!

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"Very friendly hosts. Superb view (from the swimming pool also) and beautyful surroundings. Clean, spacious and recently renovated. All in all a perfect place". Benjamin V., Denmark.

"Un grand merci pour le séjour dans votre charmant gîte à Bonlez. Encore merci de votre accueil et de vos attentions. Les framboises étaient délicieuses! :-) Très bonne continuation." Laurène et Philippe, France.

"Nous sommes très bien installés et apprécions la beauté du paysage. Le village de Bonlez est particulièrement pittoresque et c'est un plaisir pour nous d'y vivre quelque temps". Luc et Bernadette B., Belgique.

"We were so touched by the effort that you and Paul went to, to make everything so safe ande welcoming for our children. We all have great memories of our stay. And hoping to visit again next spring/summer. Joanna and Lionel, Belgium.

Rental prices

Prices for group size 4
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
	7 Jul 11	31 Jan 13	490€ 490	70€ 70	-	3 Nights

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

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

Weekend rate: 250 euro (3 nights package).

Monthly rate: 1,600 euro.

long stay discount available (over 1 month).

Preferred payment method: bank transfer.

Bookings will be confirmed upon receipt of a deposit of 30% of the total rent.

Security deposit requested.

Supplement for cleaning upon departure: 50 euro

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