Watermeadows
About the home
Watermeadows is a beautifully restored, traditional Creusoise farmhouse on a 5 acre smallholding on the banks of La Petite Creuse River. With lakes and beaches near by it is an ideal romantic retreat or makes a perfect holiday with family or friends.
The house has been sympathetically resorted and combines its many traditional features with modern comforts and conveniences. There are 3 bedrooms, one en-suite, a large, comfortable living room with a wood-burning stove, dining room and French country kitchen.
In the cooler months, spend time in the cosy living room in front of the wood burning fire and in the summer enjoy the beautiful, private gardens or wander down to river bank. Watermeadows really is an idyllic place to be all year round.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 6, 3 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Le Bourg-d'Hem, 14km |
| Access: | Car advised Nearest amenities: 4km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Unsuitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | May take pets - please enquire No smoking at this property |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire, Internet access, DVD player |
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| Pool: | Childrens pool |
| General: | TV, Video player, CD player, Telephone, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms of which 1 family bathroom and 1 en suite |
| Furniture: | Single beds (4), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 5 |
| Other: | Linen provided, please check with the advertiser regarding towels Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
The entrance to Watermeadows opens into the dining room with its large, family dining table and traditional 'Cuisinere' wood-burning range which provides both heat and hot water during the winter months. Off the dining room is the large but cosy living room with comfortable chairs, books, a CD player and TV with a BLUE RAY/DVD/video player. The TV receives a selection of French channels. Apple TV is available on request (stream video/UK TV from your IPad!). French windows open onto the private garden.
To the other side of the dining room is the kitchen, fully equipped with a range style cooker, microwave and dishwasher. Through the kitchen is the family bathroom with WC, bath and over the bath shower. Upstairs there are 3 bedrooms. The master double bedroom has a modern en-suite bathroom and leading off this room are the other two bedrooms, one twin with a basin and the other which can be set up with a king sized bed or two single beds.
Baby bath, travel cot, high chair and other items for young children are available on request.
Towels and beach towels available at additional charge on request.
Further details outdoors:
The private garden contains a patio with table, chairs and a parasol as well as a BBQ. A larger outdoor table is also available for extra seating.
A Fishing license can be obtained locally for a small fee and can be arranged for you on request.
Further details
Watermeadows is near the river and is a working smallholding currently with sheep, a goose, ducks, turkeys and free range chickens in residence. You are responsible for the safety of yourselves and those staying with you.
A welcome pack is provided on your arrival.
Watermeadows is a non smoking property but you are welcome to smoke outside.
There is a €50 per week surcharge for wood April-June and September-November, weather depending.
A initial deposit of 25% of the rental price is required to secure your booking. Bookings made within six weeks of your stay are payable in full at the time of booking.
We do ask for a £200 sterling deposit cheque within 14 days of booking to cover possible cancellation and this will also be held as a security deposit until after your departure and an inspection has been completed. This cheque will only be cashed in the event of cancellation within 6 weeks of your intended arrival or to cover the costs of any damages incurred.
Payment is due in full on your arrival in Euros (in cash or as a cheque payable in Euros)
The English owner and his family live nearby and will be on hand to deal with any queries you might have during your stay.
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Enquire nowThe Limousin / Auvergne / Creuse region
La Creuse is an idyllic rural department well known for its rolling hills, lakes and fishing, known as the 'Lake District of France'. Some of the best carp fishing in Europe is to be found in the regions many lakes many of which have sandy beaches with life guards, cafes, restaurants and water sports.
Gueret is the Department capital with all the facilities of a large town. Limoges, the regional capital, is famous for its porcelain. Nearby places of interest include La Celle Dunoise, one of the most picturesque villages in France, Crozant with its 12th century ruins and stunning gorge immortalised on canvas by Monet, La Souterraine, with its medieval town centre and the delightful town of Aubusson, famous for it tapistries and wall hangings. Also worth visiting is the Loups de Chabrieres, near Gueret, where you can see wolves in a natural environment.
The Cheniers / Champeau de Bas area
Champeau de Bas lies halfway between the market town of Aigurande and Cheniers. Aigurande holds a market every Friday morning and all the facilities of a small town including a supermarket, post office, petrol station, boulangerie, boucherie and banking facilities.
The town of Cheniers has a local shop, tabac, auberge and post office. The renowned annual brocante is usually held on the second weekend of August. Near by is the Tuilerie de Pouligny where you can visit the museum or have a go at making some pottery.
In the nearby town of La Celle Dunoise you can hire bikes, canoes and horse ride.
Within a fifteen minute drive you can enjoy swimming and water sports at Le Bourg-d'Hem lake.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Limoges: 96 km |
| Railway: | La Souterraine: 36 km |
| Ferry: | Calais: 625 km |
Budget airlines Ryanair and Flybe fly into Limoges from a number of major UK airports. Car hire is available at Limoges airport.
Watermeadows is just over an hour north of Limoges airport. The house is about 200 miles south of Paris and the journey time from Calais ferry port is approximately 6 to 7 hours.
There are direct rail connections from Paris or Lille to Chateauroux and La Souterraine.
Activities near Cheniers
Tennis in town
Watersports
Horse Riding
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Cycling holidays
Reviews
![]() 17 May 2013 |
We stayed here with our two young children and found plenty to do. Roger and his family are friendly and professional and made us feel very welcome. Nothing was too much for them. They are very family friendly and our children were able to play together which was a real treat. The house is lovely and we would recomend a walk to their local river for a paddle. Socks the sheep is adorable and will suck your finger if you let him. There is plenty to do in the surrounding area. there is a local walk centered on Monets paintings, as the impressionist movement started in this area. Thank you to the Pick/ Habberjam family who made our stay truly memorable! |
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros € | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 2 | ||||||
| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| Low Season | 6 Apr 13 | 1 Jun 13 | € 365 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Mid Season 2013 | 1 Jun 13 | 6 Jul 13 | € 425 | - | - | 1 Week |
| High Season 2013 | 6 Jul 13 | 7 Sep 13 | € 540 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Low Season 2013 | 7 Sep 13 | 2 Nov 13 | € 365 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Prices for group size 6 | ||||||
| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
| Weekday | Weekend | |||||
| Low Season | 6 Apr 13 | 1 Jun 13 | € 365 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Mid Season 2013 | 1 Jun 13 | 6 Jul 13 | € 425 | - | - | 1 Week |
| High Season 2013 | 6 Jul 13 | 7 Sep 13 | € 540 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Low Season 2013 | 7 Sep 13 | 2 Nov 13 | € 365 | - | - | 1 Week |
The property does not have weekend tariffs.
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
OFFER
Book a week between the 5th April 2013 and 5th July 2013 or 7th September 2013 to 1st November 2013 and get 100 euros off the rental prince!
For periods of less than one week please contact the owner.
For periods that do not fall on a start day of a Saturday or end day of a Saturday please contact the owner.
For Bed and Breakfast terms go to url www.watermeadowsgite.com
Bed linen, water, electricity and gas are included in the total cost.
A €50 surcharge will be made for wood April-June and September-November if required.
Towels and beach towels can be provided at an additional cost of €5 per towel package. A towel package includes a bath towel, hand towel, flannel and a beach towel per person.
A baby package can be hired at the additional cost of €20. A baby package includes high chair, travel cot with bedding, baby bath, changing mat and utensils if required.
Arrival is after 4pm and check out is at 10am.
Payment by cash on arrival is preferred, other methods can be made with the owner.
Enquire nowAvailability
See below for next 9 months' availability - to see the next 24 months click here
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Availability notes:
Watermeadows is not available between 4th November 2012 and April 12th 2013 or between 26th October 2013 and April 11th 2014.
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* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 1 year listed You are contacting Rodger Pick
Languages spoken ![]() The owner is based in France and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2011. This farmhouse has received 1 review from previous guests. ![]() |
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