Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less)
Changeover day:
Sat
Access:
Car essential Nearest amenities: 2 km
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children Smokers welcome Self-catering
Home description
Amethyst Gite is truly a jewel among gites! Located in the beautiful Creuse countryside, it is the perfect place to spend an unforgettable family holiday.
Amethyst Gite comes with exclusive use of a one acre lake stocked with carp, perch and roach. It’s ideal for the family angler. For the dedicated carpiste we have a 2 acre specimen lake available for rent next to the gite or day tickets for the main 10 acre carp lake are available.
Our 75 acre estate contains lakes, woodland and fields and you are free to roam and explore. We raise a small herd of llamas who are always pleased to make new friends.
The area is quiet and rural and is a great base for walking or cycling.
There is plenty to do and see in the area. Ancient churches, museums, amazing rock formations, animal parks, mazes, bustling local markets, swimming lakes with sandy beaches, quiet green lanes, busy towns, rocky gorges, peaceful rivers – they’re all waiting for you – and so are we!
Amethyst gite at Les Fragnes
Living room with bread oven, oak beams and Creuseois stone wall
Kitchen / Diner with original beams
Master bedroom which has views over Creuse and Indre
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/67059
The Limousin / Auvergne / Creuse region
Explore La Creuse, known as the green heart of France on foot or on bicycle or travel further afield by car. The county is rich in green lanes and quiet roads. Several Grand Randonnee run nearby and there are many marked walks as well.
The climate is warm and dry in summer but without excessive temperatures due to the effect of the massive central
The nearest town is Boussac with its splended 15th century castle built by Jean de Brosse, a friend of Joan of Arc. There is a busy market every Thursday morning selling excellent local produce.
Famous French writer George Sands has many connections with the local area, including Boussac Castle itself. You can visit her home and the museum dedicated to her which are both close to La Chatre, a 20 minute drive away.
The mystifying Pierres Jaumatres near Toulx Ste Croix are well worth a visit. There is a superb treetop activity there too which kids especially will love.
You won’t want to miss the wolf park at Gueret, nor the giant maze and other oversized games.
Swimmers can choose from the excellent pool at La Chatre, a smaller open air pool at Soumans or the several swimming lakes in the area. Our favourite is 13 km away at Chatelus Malaveix.
Boussac / Nouzerines area
The nearest village is Nouzerines which has a boulangerie, post office, auberge and garage and is within walking distance (1 mile).
This department is rich in patrimony (ancient history) and our local village Nouzerines features a 12th century church with a nearby miraculous spring reputed to heal eye diseases. Many of the churches in this area are romanesque and have twisted wooden spires.
How to get there
Cheap Ryanair flights to Limoge or Poitiers airport.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Limoge / Bellegard: 135 km
Railway:
Gueret: 42 km
Ferry:
Le Havre: 500 km
Activities near Boussac
Sports: Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation A winter sun break Cycling holidays
Single beds (4), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 8
Other:
Please check with the owner regarding linen and towels. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available, Private fishing lake / river
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: The main entrance leads to a large lounge with original fireplace showing the remains of a bread oven. The lounge features exposed beams and a feature stone wall.
A short corridor leads to the hardwood stairs and bathroom.
The final room downstairs is the kitchen & dining room with french windows leading to a patio so you can dine in or al fresco as the mood takes you. Beyond the patio is a large garden with views over the farmlands of Creuse.
Upstairs are 4 double sized bedrooms, two with en-suite WC. The master bedroom has french windows with views over Creuse and Indre
Further details outdoors: For hardcore anglers a 2 acre 'runs' lake is available for hire or you can buy day tickets for the main carp lake which boasts carp in excess of 45 lbs.
Bicycles are available for hire and we can advise you on rides (and walks)
We are an anglo-irish family who are integrated into french society, if you need any assistance booking holiday activities (or anything else) then we are onsite to help you
Further details
No smoking indoors please.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
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Low season
24 Nov 08
20 Dec 08
250£250
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1 Week
Christmas season
20 Dec 08
3 Jan 09
450£450
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1 Week
Low season
3 Jan 09
29 Mar 09
250£250
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1 Week
Mid season
29 Mar 09
28 Jun 09
350£350
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High season
28 Jun 09
29 Aug 09
500£500
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1 Week
mid season
29 Aug 09
26 Sep 09
450£450
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
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