Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less) Corporate bookings
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car essential Nearest amenities: 10 km
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Jourdain is a stunning holiday property which combines a very clean and moden look with traditional stone and wood features. The house is set in a quiet elevated location with lovely open southerly views across the countryside. The grounds are totally enclosed with perimeter fencing and access to the parking area is via remote controlled gates providing a very secure environment for children.
The accommodation comprises an exceptional spacious open plan living room, modern kitchen and dining area, four large double bedrooms and two bathroom/shower rooms. The living room and two of the bedrooms have large glazed doors and windows which open onto the wooden terrace. As well as being bright and spacious, the property also enjoys underfloor heating and double glazing throughout.
Adjacent to the large swimming pool is an area of wooden decking which provides an ideal sun bathing location. An external cold shower is also next to the pool as well as a covered seating area. Other external features include a Petanque Court (French boules) and an electric canopy to provide shade over the lounge terrace.
This property was previously the owners residence and is finished to a very high and comfortable standard.
FRONT OF HOUSE WITH POOL
POOL WITH ALARM SYSTEM, PETANQUE COURT & SHELTERED SEATING AREA
LOUNGE TERRACE
OPEN PLAN KITCHEN, LOUNGE & DINING AREA
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The Poitou-Charentes / Vendee / Charente region
La Genetouze is located on the boundary of Charente, Dordogne and Charente Maritime. This is generally a warm and sunny part of France and only second to the Mediterranean coast for annual hours of sunshine.
Supermarkets, banks and other facilities are available in nearby Chalais (6 miles) or Saint Aigulin (6 miles).
Further afield, you are a 45 minute drive from the beautiful vineyards of St. Emilion. Angouleme which is a beautiful medieval city and the capital of Charente is a 45 minute drive.
Chalais / La Genetouze area
There is large market in Chalais every Monday (6 miles), where there is an excellent restaurant Le Chateau. Aubeterre which is 30 minute drive has a vast underground Monolithic church.Night markets are held during the summer months in Brossac.An outdoor park with waterslide, lakeside beach and other activities is situated in Parcoul (5 miles). Quad bikes and jet skis are available at nearby Guizengeard (5 miles).
How to get there
Fly to Bordeaux Airport (Merignac). Car hire is available - House is 1 hour drive - flights with BA, Easyjet and BMI Baby Fly to Bergerac - Car hire is available - House is 1.5 hours drive - Flybe Fly to Angouleme - Ryanair - House is 1 hour Brittany Ferries - Portsmouth to St. Malo; Approx 5 hours drive Blue Star (Norfolk Line) - Rosyth to Zebrugge; Approx 8.5 hours drive By train Eurostar to Paris Gare du Nord and then TGV from Montparnasse to Angouleme (2 hours 15 mins). Car hire available opposite Angouleme Station - 50 minutes drive to house
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Bordeaux{Merignac): 80 km
Railway:
Angouleme: 55 km
Ferry:
St Malo: 350 km
Activities near Chalais
Sports: Tennis in town Waterpark Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Rural / countryside retreats
Facilities
Luxuries:
Log fire, DVD player
General:
Central heating, TV, Video player, CD player, Satellite TV
Single beds (3), Double beds (3), Cots (1), Dining seating for 10, Lounge seating for 11, Sleeps maximum of 9
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available, Swing set
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: The house is an architect designed barn/cottage conversion which combines a clean and modern look with traditional stone and wood features. The open plan living room includes a log burning inset fire, satellite tv, DVD player and music system. The kitchen is bespoke with hand crafted beech units and includes gas/electric hob, combination microwave oven, separate electric dishwasher and American style fridge/freezer with chilled water and ice dispenser.
Two of the bedrooms face south overlooking the garden/pool and each contain a comfortable double bed with storage space. One bedroom has a mezzanine level providing an ideal play area for children (age 5 and over). Both bedrooms are adjacent to a bathroom with shower which is finished in a quality glass and dark slate tile.
The other two bedrooms are to the rear of the property. One contains a double bed and has access to the outside via a glass panelled door. The other contains a set of bunk beds and a single half height bed. These rooms are adjacent to a large walk in wet room with wc.
Washing machine and tumble drier are provided in the hall which leads to the rear door and parking area.
Further details outdoors: The swimming pool is 12m x 4m with a depth of 1-1.6m and has a security cover and alarm system. The pool is surrounded by a wooden decking area. A covered seating area is located beside the pool as well as a cold shower to refresh you when it gets too hot!
Within the grounds is a private boulles court and swing set.
There is a gas barbeque and table with eight chairs on the lounge terrace and further seating/sun loungers at the pool terrace.
There are a small number of bikes available for your use as well as badminton,cricket and pool inflatables.
Further details
A welcome pack is provided on arrival
Conditions
Strictly no smoking inside the property.
** SPECIAL OFFER ** BOOK BEFORE 31ST DECEMBER 2008 AND RECEIVE A 5% DISCOUNT.
Rental rates
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
**SPECIAL OFFER** - Book before 31st December and receive a 5% discount.
Refundable £200 security deposit required with final balance payment.
We can accept payments by cheque or bank transfer in GBP or Euros.
Guestbook
"Had a fantastic time - thank you so much. Accommodation wonderful and far exceeded our expectations. Local area great to explore, thanks for some fantastic memories" (The Lantons & Cannons, Manchester)
"Great house, fabulous pool and beautiful scenery. Children enjoyed all the facilities" (Percival & Goodsir families, Bristol).
Villa exceptional, had a fantastic holiday - local area charming. Thank you for a superb week. (Deggs family, Staffordshire).
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Fred Edgley
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