Turquoise
About the home
Turquoise is a new, purpose built 3 bedroom cottage that sleeps up to 6.
* English owners who live on-site
* Own private patio with table, chairs and BBQ
* Private parking for several cars
* Internet Access
* 2 games rooms which include: 2 x table-tennis tables, darts, electronic darts
* Pool-table, bar- football, games, toys and various outdoor games.
* There is a large grassed designated play area for ball games including swings and slide.
* Extensive library of DVDs to use free of charge.
There is a Brasserie within a 15 minute walk of the property. In Fauquembergues, a 5 minute drive away, there are two supermarkets, pharmacy, bakers etc and various bars and restaurants, a children's park and tennis courts. This area is also ideal for cycling, walking, fishing and horse riding.
Just 45 minutes from Calais and 20 minutes south of St. Omer, at Thiembronne you can relax and enjoy the countryside and take the odd excursion. For example you might visit the museum at the historical site of Agincourt (or as it is called in France; Azincourt) or visit the underground city in Arras that could accommodate about 3,000 people. For golfers there is the St. Omer golf course within 15 minutes drive and a further two golf courses within 40 minutes drive. For those wishing to spend the day at the seaside there are fine sandy beaches within 40 minutes drive from the cottage.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 6, 3 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Cote D, 40km |
| Will consider: | Corporate lets Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised Nearest amenities: 4km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Internet access, DVD player |
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| General: | Central heating, TV, CD player, Pool / Snooker table, Table tennis, Games room, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron |
| Utilities: | Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 3 Bedrooms, 1 shower room |
| Furniture: | Single beds (4), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ, Swing set |
| Access: | Secure parking |
Further details indoors:
Set away from the farmhouse overlooking the countryside, this luxury cottage sleeps up to 6 in great comfort with 3 double bedrooms (One double and two twins). Downstairs there is a kitchen and lounge/diner. A double bedroom, bathroom and separate WC. Upstairs there are two double bedrooms (both with twin beds). The cottage is very well equipped to a very high standard.
Further details outdoors:
The cottage overlooks the countryside (cows are often grazing in the nearby field). Step outside of the cottage onto your own private patio with its table for eating 'al fresco' and sun loungers for those days you wish to relax with a good book. In the evening start up the BBQ and enjoy an evening as the sun sets over the fields. Visit the neighbouring farm for fresh milk
Further details
Rental rates include: All electric/gas/heating/tourism tax/bed linen and towels.
Owners are English and live on site.
Arrival time from 4pm
Departure time 10.00am
These times are flexible, please discuss with the on-site owners.
Conditions
A. Deposit is 25% of the total.
b. Balance (75%) of the total is due 60 days before arrival plus separate cheque for £100 security deposit.
c. Payment is to be made by bank transfer or cheque (sterling) and made payable to Irene Entwistle and sent to the Forever France address.
e. Bookings made within 60 days of arrival are to be paid in full at the time of booking.
f. The Damage or Loss Deposit of £100 will be returned, less any deductions, within 10 working days of departure.
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The Northern France / Nord-Pas-de-Calais region


Pas de Calais
Many who enter this area of France often drive through but rarely explore. Those of us who have spent a little time here have discovered a much slower pace of life, excellent restaurants and many places of interest to visit.
Find out what it is like to drive in 50’s Britain. The roads here are rarely busy and you can find yourself wondering, “Where’s all the traffic gone?”
The area is ideal for cycling, walking, fishing, horse-riding, golfing and photographic holidays; or if you prefer just chilling out with the occasional excursion.
Just 45 minutes from Calais and 20 minutes south of St. Omer, at Thiembronne we can offer you a choice of two modern well-equipped 3-bedroom cottages in a beautiful country setting. Relax and enjoy the countryside and take the odd excursion. For example you might visit the museum at the historical site of Agincourt (or as it is called in France; Azincourt) or visit the underground city that could accommodate about 3,000 people.
CHRISTMAS MARKETS - Why not come and visit the local Christmas Markets to buy gifts and local produce.
Lille 19 November - 30 December with over 65 stalls.
Boulogne 11 & 12 December
Calais is on Friday, Saturday & Sunday 3-5 Dec, 10-12 Dec and 17-19 Dec
Licques Turkey festival 11, 12, 13 Dec
Arras 16 Nov - 30 Dec
Amiens 25 Nov - 31 Dec
Bethune 27 Nov - 28 Dec
The Fauquembergues / Thiembronne area
Thiembronne - There is a Brasserie in the village within a 15 minute walk.
Fauquembergues - 5 minute drive away with 2 supermarkets, pharmacy, 2 boulangeries and various other shops. It also has several bars and restaurants. There is also a children's park and tennis courts.
The lovely opal coast with its white sandy beaches is only a 45 minute drive.
PLACES OF INTEREST all within a 40 minute drive:
Agincourt Historical Museum
The Blockhouse of Eperlecques
La Coupole Historical Museum
Nausica
Chocolate Factory in Beussent
ACTIVITIES all from within 15 - 45 minutes
Rando-rail
Horse-riding
Swimming
Ice-skating
Golf Courses
Opaladventure
Canoeing
Fishing
THEME PARKS
Bagatelle - 40 minute drive
Dennlys Park - 15 minute drive
TOWNS in Pas de Calais are all within 40 minute drive.
St. Omer
Le Touquet
Boulogne
Calais
Montreuil-sur-mer
Hesdin
Desvres (Town of potters)
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Railway: | Calais: 40 km |
| Ferry: | Calais: 40 km |
Ideally by car from one of the cross channel ferries or Eurotunnel. Ferries include Sea France, P & O and Norfolk Line.
Activities near Fauquembergues
Tennis in town
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Cycling holidays
Reviews
![]() 17 Aug 2011 |
From arrival to departure we have no complaints about this gite. The hosts were extremely helpful and there if you wanted anything. The gite is equipped with everything and the hosts had left fresh bread, wine and cheese. The lounge area is a little small for 6 adults but the bedrooms are a good size. Xtra facilities are in abundance but did not make full use of them - table tennis, darts, table football, pool to name a few. Would recommend to families although it is a little quiet if you are looking for a bar or nightlife. The bar in the vilage was closed when we got there at 9.30 pm on a Saturday night |
![]() 07 Jun 2011 |
This is our 3rd visit to the gite, we love staying there. The gite is about 40 minutes drive from Calais and easy to get to, on arrival we have always been made welcome by Geoff and Irene and there is also a welcome of bread,wine and cheese. the gite has everything you could need and is always clean and welcoming. There is a patio area outside each gite with a BBQ and a large table and chairs with umbrella which we took advantage of as the weather was fantastic that week. the town of Thiembronne is a short walk away but for shops you can travel to Fauqembergue about 5 mins drive away, there are 2 supermarkets,and an array of other shops, The surrounding area is great, fabulous market at Hesdin and lots to see and do. I cannot recommend these gites highly enough.We definately will be going back again! |
![]() 07 Jun 2011 |
Good price, not too far to travel, friendly reception by helpful owners, games room for the kids (4 teenagers), not to mention the fab dvd collection freely available to us. Basis for travel to various seaside places, a day trip to Canterbury(!), Euro shopping centre at Calais. Surprised by the peace of the country. Would go back. |
Guestbook for Turquoise
The Williamses, Suffolk
Wow!! What a fantastic week. The warm welcome on arrival and the beautifully clean and neat cottage made us feel at home right away. The weather has been amazing for the time of year and we have been able to see and do so much. Ypres (or leper if you prefer!) is definitely worth a visit - lovely architecture in the town. Menin Gate and war cemeteries are kept in beautiful conditions as memorial to thousands of soldiers and the chocolate shops definitely need to be visited! We had fun on the rando rail.
The cottage is a perfect base for seeing many places without having to travel too far and our hosts were so kind and helpful if felt more like we had come to visit old friends. Thank you so much and if we ever want to stay in the area again we will certainly be in touch!
Cath & Chris, Surrey
A home from home. Perfectly situated for sightseeing the Pas de Calais. Arras a very nice place, the underground quarry from the war worth a visit. NB The Wellington is wheelchair friendly. Lille a fantastic city with a free zoo near the citadelle. A little closer to home, St Omer, good bars on the main square and a beautiful garden! All in all a fantastic holiday, going home relaxed.
Linda & Rod (Coedpoeth, Wales)
Wonderful weekend - weather perfect. Bruges worth a visit but water expensive. We had the perfect hosts.
The Hookway family, Suffolk
A beautiful gite and well occupied kids, loved the games rooms and swings. We would recommend Nausicaa and Dunkerque if you like a bit of history. Arras also good for the underground city. Our hosts were fantastic and very helpful. Would recommend to everyone.
The Yarker family, Cumbria
Brilliant holiday, fantastic house with great games rooms and othe facilities! friendly hosts. We have had a great week and will definitely be back - will also recommend to family and friends. Thanks to Geoff & Irene. The kids, when we could drag them away from table tennis, loved the rando rail and Hardelot beach! Both worth a visit.
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 6 | ||||||
| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
| Weekday | Weekend | |||||
| Mid | 27 Aug 11 | 29 Oct 11 | £ 340 | 65 | 65 | 3 Nights |
| Low | 29 Oct 11 | 21 Dec 11 | £ 260 | 50 | 50 | 3 Nights |
| High | 21 Dec 11 | 4 Jan 12 | £ 450 | 85 | 85 | 3 Nights |
| Low | 4 Jan 12 | 31 Mar 12 | £ 260 | 50 | 50 | 3 Nights |
| Mid | 31 Mar 12 | 30 Jun 12 | £ 340 | - | - | 1 Week |
| High | 30 Jun 12 | 1 Sep 12 | £ 450 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Mid | 1 Sep 12 | 27 Oct 12 | £ 340 | 65 | 65 | 3 Nights |
| Low | 27 Oct 12 | 22 Dec 12 | £ 260 | 50 | 50 | 3 Nights |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
For Weekend bookings please contact us via email or phone.
Rental rates include: All electric/gas/heating/tourism tax/bed linen and towels.
There is a 10% discount for a 2 person occupancy.
Payments to be made by bank transfer or cheque in UK Sterling or euros. A refundable security deposit of £100 is required with the final balance as a separate cheque so that it can be returned.
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Contact the owner
* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 4 years listed You are contacting Gerald Zuk And Irene Entwistle
Languages spoken ![]() The owner is based in France and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2007. This cottage has received 3 reviews from previous guests. ![]() |
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