Moulin de la Ronde
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About the home
Moulin de la Ronde with its toes in the Vienne, occupies 4 acres including a meadow and large grassed island accessible through the mill, where you can fish, bird watch or just relax. Friends, visitors and locals describe it as stunning. La Ronde consists of the owners' cottage, the old watermill and two barns.
The "Old Grainstore" is the upper part of a barn which used to be linked by a footbridge to the mill. Now it is a very spacious, open plan apartment with parquet flooring, imposing original beams and imported furniture reflecting the owners time in Asia.
The local village of Bonnes is 5 mins walk away with a swimming pool, store, pharmacy, boulangerie, creperie, bar/restaurant and a chateau!
| Size: | Sleeps up to 4, 1 bedroom |
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| Nearest beach: | La Rochelle, 150km |
| Will consider: | Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised Nearest amenities: 1km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for over 5s only Unsuitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire, DVD player |
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| General: | Central heating, Video player, CD player, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer |
| Rooms: | 1 Bedroom, 1 family bathroom |
| Furniture: | Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available, Private fishing lake / river |
| Access: | Secure parking |
Further details indoors:
* spacious open plan, quality furniture, rugs and artwork
* river views
* huge king sized bed, with Chinese screen providing privacy
* 'trundle bed' converts to 2 full size single beds or double
* (additional folding beds available)
* dining area with subdued lighting for romance!
* lounge area with UK TV (flat screen)
* kitchen bar - an original 1940's long bar from the "maison pour tous"!
* bathroom, with a view, and massage shower
* log burner and electric radiators for winter visitors (logs available, electricity charged as used)
* velux windows
Further details outdoors:
Guests of the "Old Grainstore" will be our only guests and we want them to enjoy the entire property and all it has to offer. There is a gas fired "Outback" BBQ in the courtyard beside the "Old Grainstore" and a charcoal BBQ on the island.
Tables, chairs, recliners, hammock and benches are placed throughout the property so that the many lovely views can be enjoyed.
You share Moulin de la Ronde with swans, herons, ducks, kestrels,woodpeckers, kingfishers, house martins, bats, red squirrels, rabbits, pike, carp, barbel, chub, catfish, crayfish and ragoudin, and quite possibly others as well.
Further details
The English owners are normally on hand to help as much or as little as you wish during your stay.
Bread and wine will be on the table when you arrive with coffee, tea and milk in the kitchen.
Access to the upper floors of the mill is for owners only.
Locals bathe in the river.It is entirely at our guests own risk if they choose to do so.
Conditions
The "Old Grainstore" is reached by an external staircase. Please be careful should it be wet.
50% rental fee due at time of booking.
We don't ask for a deposit but we do expect damages to be paid for.
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The Poitou-Charentes / Vendee / Vienne region
The Vienne is a region of rivers, lakes and forests gently undulating and easy on the eye with its own micro climate, generally dry and sunny. There are many historic towns and villages with vibrant local markets.
The area is known for Pineau de Charente, Poitou wines, biscuits, torteau du fromage, goats cheeses,lamb and its wildlife..
It is bordered by the beaches of La Rochelle to the west and the Loire to the north, both areas less than 2 hours away.
The Chauvigny / Bonnes, Chauvigny area
The local village of Bonnes is 5 mins walk away with a swimming pool, store, pharmacy, boulangerie, a creperie run by a young couple from Brittany and Cafe des Sports that serves a 5 course lunch with wine included for 13 Euros. Just outside the village is the beautiful Chateau Touffou which is open during the summer. There are well stocked fishing lakes at Bonnes and a licence can be obtained from the bars. It is a lovely area for walking, cycling and birdwatching.
10 mins away is Chauvigny with its busy markets, many shops, bars, restaurants, supermarkets and indoor pool. River canoeing trips can be booked, it's a unique way to view the river and its wildlife. Chauvigny's high medieval city, including five chateaux , offers spectacular displays of birds of prey, local museum and music during the summer months.
25 mins away is the historic city of Poitiers and the famous theme park-Futuroscope. Nearby is St Cyr with its lake, 'plan d'eau' and excellent golf course.
Saint Savin with its world heritage frescos, and Montmorillon -cite de l'ecrit- are 30 mins away.
For more birdwatching, the Brenne National park is 40 mins away driving through the famous village Angles sur Anglin on the way.
The WW2 memorial village of Oradour sur Glane is just 90 mins away and well worth the drive. It is as it was on the day the Nazis entered the village and murdered the entire population.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Poitiers Biard: 25 km |
| Railway: | Poitiers: 25 km |
| Ferry: | Caen: 335 km |
Flights to Poitiers airport with Ryan Air via Stansted, Birmingham and Edinburgh.
Train ( TGV) to Poitiers from St Pancras London via Lille or Paris.
Excellent deals can be found.
Cars can be hired very easily at the airport or adjacent to the station in Poitiers. Taxis available.
Activities near Chauvigny
Tennis in town
Watersports
Waterpark
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Beach or lakeside relaxation
Cycling holidays
Reviews
 12 Aug 2011 |
a converted mill by the river. peaceful spot but close enough to walk to a small village for day to day needs. nearset town 5 min drive. poitiers 30 mins. quirky first floor apartment furnished in a very "non-french " way, reflecting owners far east lagacy. Huge bed, nice shower, basic but adequate kitchen. SKY tv and hi fi . Owners are british and very helpful but keep out of the way. No good for disabilties or small children. Great for 50+ looking for peace , a great evironment and to be in the real France. We`d go back! |
Guestbook for Moulin de la Ronde
".a lovely setting and a beautiful conversion.." Dawn and Alwyne 2011
"Your location is idyllic and the 'Old Grainstore' is wonderfully equipped" Emily and Pete 2011
"We found ourselves lucky to find such a wonderful and beautiful place...the sky is a bit like watching airports all the birds coming and going..." Dany and Remco 2011
"..so enjoyed watching the Vienne flow by.." Jenny and Mike 2011
".the perfect location.." Dave and Kate 2011
"a wonderful relaxing holiday, we saw an osprey, herons, swans,ducks, kingfishers, blue tits and cormorants on the river' Denis and Robert UK2010
'the 'Old Grainstore has lived up to and exceeded expectations. It is a trully beautiful location with different views and things to discover from every seating location on the river bank and the island' Dilwyn and Irene UK 2010
'Surroundings are beautiful and wonderful to be surrounded by the sound of water' Ann and Tim UK 2010
'We have had a fantastic visit and look forward to seeing you again' Rob, Lou, Robbie and George UK 2010
"Perfect place, fantastic hosts, delicious food,...most relaxing and beautiful of places. A la prochaine fois!". Kath and Dave, UK 2010
"Our holiday here has been perfect in every respect. What a joy to sleep and wake up to the sound of the river. We love the area, Gill's cooking and Brian's thoughtful comments." Stein, Maria and Leah(6), Phuket, Thailand. 2010
Rental prices
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| off peak season | 1 Oct 11 | 12 May 12 | £ 299 | - | - | 1 Week |
| mid season | 12 May 12 | 14 Jul 12 | £ 375 | - | - | 1 Week |
| peak season | 14 Jul 12 | 1 Sep 12 | £ 450 | - | - | 1 Week |
| mid season | 1 Sep 12 | 29 Sep 12 | £ 375 | - | - | 1 Week |
| off peak season | 29 Sep 12 | 18 May 13 | £ 299 | - | - | 1 Week |
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
50% deposit on booking, balance 6 weeks before arrival.
Welcome pack on arrival.
Linen and towels included.
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Contact the owner
* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 3 years listed You are contacting Brian Driver
Languages spoken    The owner is based in France and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2008. This watermill has received 1 review from previous guests.  |
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