Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less)
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car essential Nearest amenities: 4 km
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Situated in a small hamlet overlooking the Gartempe valley, La Butte consists of a well-equipped kitchen, large lounge/dining room, with log fire and French windows opening onto the south-facing garden, double bedroom with king-size bed, 2nd bedroom (twin beds), shower room and separate toilet. Gardens to the front and rear are mainly grass with conifers, aromatic roses and shrubs. Here you can enjoy the peace and tranquility of rural France with the bustling cities of Poitiers and Limoges, each only 45 minutes away. Just 3 minutes away you will find Bussiere Poitevine, with a grocer, butcher, baker, greengrocer, bar, restaurant and hairdresser.
La Butte
Lounge with open fireplace and dining area
South facing rear garden and patio
Spacious bedroom with kingsize bed
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The Limousin / Auvergne / Haute-Vienne region
Green rolling hills dotted with picturesque hamlets, Limousin cattle grazing on the pastureland, unspoilt rivers and lakes, buzzards soaring gracefully in the valleys, colourful sunsets and starlit nights. Visit Limoges with its half-timbered buildings and porcelain museums, Aubusson for tapestries, Mediaeval towns such as Chauvigny on the Vienne river, Poitiers' narrow streets and Futuroscope. Step back in time at Oradour sur Glane, the martyred village, visit the Chateau at Rochechouart, or follow the 'Route de Haut Limousin', taking you through some of the most beautiful of the regions countryside.
Bussiere Poitevine area
An ideal base for walking, cycling, house-hunting or simply relaxing, La Butte overlooks the Gartempe river with a choice of sentiers pedestres (walking routes) starting from the Mairie in the nearby town of Bussiere Poitevine. From Thiat you can walk to the Saut de la Brame (rapids). For those with more energy, canoes and kayaks are available to hire at the Gartempe near Lathus and a multitude of watersports are available at Lac de St Pardoux, 40 mins away. Bellac is worth a visit with fabulous views over the Vincou valley and riverside walks. Chateauponsac is perched above the Gartempe, again with amazing views. The mediaeval towns of Montmorillon and Le Dorat, with its collegiale have good restaurants serving a wide range of local cuisine.
How to get there
- Fly to Limoges or Poitiers - Ryanair offer a cheap, reliable service from Stansted - Just a 45 minute drive to La Butte through beautiful Limousin countryside - Discount with Hertz Car Rental if using Ryanair - just quote flight no. - Speed Ferries to Boulogne and Transmanche Ferries from Newhaven to Dieppe seem to be the best value for money. From Dieppe 535 km, peage Rouen to Tours recommended 22 Euros. Approx 6 hours drive including stops. - La Butte is just 4 km from the main N147 midway between Poitiers and Limoges, near to Bussiere Poitevine. Location map available when booking.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Limoges: 51.8 km
Railway:
Le Dorat: 12 km
Ferry:
Dieppe: 535 km
Activities near Bussiere Poitevine
Sports: Watersports Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 4, Sleeps maximum of 4
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available
Access:
Parking space
Conditions
In addition to the weekly rental, we require a refundable security deposit of £100 to cover breakages and/or excessive use of electricity or gas, which will be returned within 7 days from the date of leaving.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
Jan - March 08
1 Jan 08
1 Apr 08
200£ 200
5050
5050
3 Nights
April 08
1 Apr 08
1 May 08
250£ 250
5050
5050
3 Nights
May - June 08
1 May 08
1 Jul 08
280£ 280
5050
5050
4 Nights
July - August 08
1 Jul 08
1 Sep 08
350£ 350
6060
6060
3 Nights
Sept 08
1 Sep 08
1 Oct 08
280£ 280
5050
5050
3 Nights
Oct - Dec 08
1 Oct 08
1 Jan 09
200£ 200
5050
5050
3 Nights
Jan - March 09
1 Jan 09
1 Apr 09
200£ 200
5050
5050
3 Nights
April 09
1 Apr 09
1 May 09
250£ 250
5050
5050
3 Nights
May - June 09
1 May 09
1 Jul 09
280£ 280
5050
5050
3 Nights
July - August 09
1 Jul 09
1 Sep 09
350£ 350
6060
6060
3 Nights
September 09
1 Sep 09
1 Oct 09
280£ 280
5050
5050
3 Nights
101
The owner's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. A discount may be possible for 2 people, phone for more details
A heating supplement of £20 per week is applicable for bookings between October and March, inclusive
Guestbook
August 06 - 'We really enjoyed our stay and wished we could have stayed longer' September 06 - 'Montmorillon was delightful to walk around and the meal in Le Roman de Saveurs, superb' October 06 - 'Had great fun collecting chestnuts, then roasting them on the log fire in the evening' May 07 - 'Such a relaxing break, thankyou.' August 07 -'We had a wonderful time and found it hard to go back to work. We had an excellent meal at the restaurant you recommended.'
Availability notes
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