Montayaud - Cottage in Creuse
About the home
Built approximately 200 years ago, our south-facing detached stone gite has a lovely sunny patio and is located in the quiet and secluded village of Montayaud, Creuse. It's ideal for a relaxing, rural break at any time of year and is perfect for walking holidays, with beautiful scenery right on your doorstep.
If you need to get into town, we're half way between Bourganeuf in Creuse and Peyrat le Chateau in Haute Vienne, both about 15 to 20 minutes by car on the D940.
The cottage has been completely renovated and sleeps up to four people. The cottage retains many of its original features and combines traditional French living with modern comforts. There is electric heating throughout.
Set on three floors, the cottage opens into a spacious living and dining area, complete with a fully-fitted kitchen, including a washing machine and fridge freezer. The dining table seats eight - just in case you have visitors - and there are two occasional chairs for watching television, which has UK TV and radio channels.
On the first floor, we have the first bedroom, with chest of drawers and hanging space. Next door is a modern bathroom, with a bathtub and shower over, wc and wash basin.
The larger of the two double bedrooms occupies the whole of the top floor, with ample hanging and storage space.
Outside, the front of the cottage makes a sheltered sun-trap, with a south-west facing garden to the side. Guests can also use a larger garden two minutes from the cottage. Off-road parking is available opposite.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 4, 2 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Lac Ste Helene |
| Will consider: | Long lets |
| Access: | Car essential Nearest amenities: 12km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Unsuitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | Pets welcome No smoking at this property |
Facilities
| Pool: | Shared outdoor pool (unheated) |
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| General: | TV, Games room, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 2 Bedrooms, 1 family bathroom |
| Furniture: | Double beds (2), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 2 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided |
| Outdoors: | Shared outdoor pool (unheated), Balcony / Terrace, Shared garden, Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
Terms and conditions:
So that you don't need to think of anything, our cottage comes complete with bedlinen, duvets, pillows, towels and teatowels.
Please note that our prices are based on the use of one double bedroom. If use of the second bedroom is required, an additional charge of 15,00 euros per week is payable.
Electricity is charged at cost in addition - ask us for an estimate depending on the time of year.
We accept payment by electronic banking to either a French bank account or to a UK bank account, based on the sterling equivalent. Exchange rates are calculated based on the www.PostOffice.co.uk website.
A deposit of 80 euros is required at the point of booking, with the balance due 6 weeks before your stay.
We look forward to welcoming you to Montayaud.
Further details outdoors:
To help make your stay more enjoyable, we offer the following facilities free of charge to guests:
· Above-ground swimming pool for summer use, with screened area for sunbathing, in addition to your own gardens and patio areas
· Covered patio area for outdoor dining and barbeques - a pleasant way to meet up with other guests
· Men's and ladies' bicycles for use - free of charge
Further details
We aim to keep terms and conditions to a minimum but do ask that clients leave the cottage as they found it, and dispose of their rubbish before they leave.
We undertake all cleaning and maintenance ourselves and ask that clients treat our cottage with respect - many thanks.
Conditions
We request that a deposit of 80 euros or sterling equivalent is made at the time of booking, or in full if the booking is made within 6 weeks of arrival.
Please note that our prices are based on the use of one double bedroom. If use of the second bedroom is required, an additional charge of 15,00 euros per week is payable.
We accept payment by electronic banking to either a French bank account or to a UK bank account, based on the sterling equivalent. Exchange rates are calculated based on the www.PostOffice.co.uk website.
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Enquire nowThe Limousin / Auvergne / Creuse region
Limousin was at the heart of the French resistance during the second world war, and the village of Oradour-sur-Glane has been left untouched as a permanent memorial following the massacre of its 642 inhabitants in 1944.
The area is rich in arts and crafts - Limoges is renowned for porcelain and enamel, whilst Aubusson is famed for its tapestries and custom-made carpets.
The pretty medieval town of St Leonard de Noblat and the market town of Eymoutiers, from where you can catch the train to Limoges, both make for a pleasant afternoon out.
For something quite different, try Le Labyrinthe, the world’s largest maze at Gueret, which also has picnic areas and a giant chess board.
The Bourganeuf / St Junien la Bregere area
The area’s greatest attraction is undoubtedly Lac de Vassivière, about 20 minutes away by car. The smaller lakes of St Hélène and Bujaleuf are also nearby. There is a golf course in Bourganeuf, and a tennis court is available for hire in St Junien la Brégère. We also have some bicycles for guests to use.
Depending on the season, fishing is available nearby.
For shopping, Bourganeuf and Peyrat-le-Chateau are both about five miles away, with the usual amenities including cafés, restaurants, banks and post offices.
For eating out, we can provide details of some local restaurants.
More recently, we have discovered that Montayaud is on the ancient pilgrim route, la Route de Compostelle, which runs south to the beautiful medieval walled city of Rocamadour in Corrèze.
How to get there
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| Airport: | Limoges: 50 km |
| Railway: | Eymoutiers: 30 km |
| Ferry: | Caen: 600 km |
Getting to Montayaud, St Junien la Bregere, 23400 Bourganeuf, Creuse, Limousin
Limoges Airport, about an hour away, is now the fourth largest in France, with direct flights from London Stansted, Southampton, East Midlands, Liverpool, Manchester and Newcastle.
We are in rural France, so car hire is recommended. Outside Limoges, the roads pleasantly quiet most of the year. From Limoges, take the N141 to Bourganeuf, and then the D940 towards Peyrat-le-Chateau.
St Junien la Brégère is approximately five miles from Bourganeuf. We can also provide a map from the D940. If you are using sat nav, you may find Montayaud is spelt ending in an 'x'.
If you are travelling in your own vehicle, the journey takes around six hours from Caen in Brittany and around eight hours from the Channel ports.
Activities near Bourganeuf
Tennis in town
Watersports
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Beach or lakeside relaxation
Cycling holidays
Reviews
![]() 21 Mar 2013 |
We could not fault our accomodation. Very spacious and had everything we needed. The welcome we received from Peter was very warm and it was a pleasure meeting him and staying in this lovely hamlet. We would highly recommend this cosy gite. Thank you Peter & Lesley for making us feel very welcome. |
![]() 10 Jan 2013 |
We have stayed at Montayaud several times and love the property. The house is traditional French style - homely and comfortable. A pool is provided for use of the guests and nearby lakes have beaches which are lifeguarded and extremely safe for children. Lesley and Peter are very hospitable and make you feel welcome from the moment you arrive. All round a lovely relaxing holiday in a peaceful and restful hamlet surrounded by trees and countryside. |
Rental prices
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| Prices for group size 4 | ||||||
| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| Spring saver | 26 May 12 | 2 Jun 12 | € 235 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Early summer | 2 Jun 12 | 30 Jun 12 | € 245 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Mid summer | 30 Jun 12 | 28 Jul 12 | € 275 | - | - | 1 Week |
| High summer | 28 Jul 12 | 31 Aug 12 | € 285 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Late summer | 14 Sep 12 | 29 Sep 12 | € 255 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Autumn | 29 Sep 12 | 24 Nov 12 | € 235 | - | € 185 | 3 Nights |
| Early winter | 24 Nov 12 | 15 Dec 12 | € 225 | - | € 185 | 3 Nights |
| Christmas | 15 Dec 12 | 28 Dec 12 | € 275 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Winter | 4 Jan 13 | 8 Feb 13 | € 205 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| Early Spring | 8 Feb 13 | 29 Mar 13 | € 235 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| Spring | 29 Mar 13 | 3 May 13 | € 265 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| Late Spring | 3 May 13 | 31 May 13 | € 295 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| Early Summer | 31 May 13 | 28 Jun 13 | € 325 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| Summer | 28 Jun 13 | 26 Jul 13 | € 355 | - | - | 1 Week |
| High Summer | 26 Jul 13 | 30 Aug 13 | € 385 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Late Summer | 30 Aug 13 | 27 Sep 13 | € 355 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Autumn | 27 Sep 13 | 1 Nov 13 | € 325 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Early Winter | 1 Nov 13 | 13 Dec 13 | € 295 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Christmas & New Year | 13 Dec 13 | 3 Jan 14 | € 325 | - | - | 1 Week |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Although our prices are listed in euros, we can accept payments by cheque or bank transfer in GBP (based on the current rate of exchange using the Currency Converter at www.PostOffice.co.uk) or euros.
Electricity at cost is charged in addition to the cottage rental. Payment can be made by cheque or bank transfer in either currency.
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