Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less)
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car advised Nearest amenities: 8 km
Notes:
Families/couples preferred Sorry - no pets allowed Not suitable for children under 5 Not suitable for elderly or infirm No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
This stone built quiet retreat is set in the heart of the countryside, with stunning pastoral views. If you want privacy in a rural environment then this property is for you, as it is on the very edge of a tiny hamlet. There is a stone bacony, wooden veranda and two private terraces for relaxing, dining or sunbathing with sun loungers, swingseats and patio furniture provided .The property is near a stream and ford, and the area is a haven for wildlife.
There are many walking and cycling routes around the cottage, including one to the nearest village which is only a five minute stroll through the woods. This has a depot de pain and cafe for bread in the morning, or an aperitif in the evening.
The property has the original wooden oak beams, terracotta floors and stone fireplaces. It exudes a character and rustic style, not normally found in rural property of this age because of it's original connections with the church. It has been renovated to give you all home comforts including some antique beds which have new bedding and mattresses.
A terrace with a view!
The front terrace, sun loungers and verandah.
A relaxing corner of the main bedroom.
The lounge with comfortable settee.
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The Limousin / Auvergne / Creuse region
This region and especially the Gartempe valley, is very well endowed with religious history, relics and ancient buildings, this cottage is a good example of how rich the area was in the 17th Century when a lot of the religious buildings and chateaux were constructed.
La Trimouille area
The local village of Journet has a bar and Depot du Pain, a five minutes walk down the old pilgrim path from the cottage. Order bread the day before for collection next day. Explore the Lanterns du Mort in the village...ancient columns probably not related to Christianity as we know it. Local walks along old railway tracks and to other old religious buildings.
La Trimouille: Village cinema, restaurants, watch out for weekend car boot sales French style! Local Doctors, post office etc. It also has a "reptile centre" which you might pluck up enough courage to go to!
Montmorillon: Excellent town swimming pool with indoor and outdoor pools. Large Hypercentre on the Poitiers road out of town. Called Hyper U, it has everything you will need. Many large religious buildings. A town noted for its ancient and more recent, writers and scholars. The tourist information (highly recommended you visit this as early in your stay as possible) in the centre of town is excellent, and is surrounded by many restaurants, old bridges, ancient buildings etc. Unusually in this part of France it has an excellent Chinese restaurant on the road into town from La Trimouille.
Chauvigny: A local market town, you must not miss the Eagle and Buzzards show (Les Geants du Ciel) high on the castle walls. Hold on to your hair... literally, this is fantastic. Good for exploring the old town walls and busy markets. Old churches with ancient painting and frescoes.
Saint Savin: A world heritage site, the monastary is stupendous. Full of pre-renaissance frescoes which dominate this part of France, all along the Gartempe valley. The pictures are painted on the ceilings and depict famous old testament scenes, e.g. the Tower of Babel, Joseph's coat of many colours etc. Not to be missed. Good local restaurants in and around the local area to the Monastary.
Lathus: Good river canoeing and rafting on the Gartempe river here. Also good river swimming close by to the restaurant. Sailing is available on the local reservoir and other lakes in the immediate area. A fantastic fairy tale chateau at Bourg Archambeaux is worth a visit.
Lac St Pardoux: Great swimming, fishing, boating and sailing available here. This very large lake has sandy beaches, pizzerias, restaurant, bars all available on it's shores. It reminds us of Canada as trees grow right down to the water edge. A great day out in the open air.
Poitiers: Originally a Roman town with great history and tourist facilities. The most famous is Futuroscope, but it also has great second hand furniture shops.
Limoges: Great for pottery and large hypermarkets, all found just off the various motorway junctions which goes through the centre of the city.
How to get there
Fly to Limoges airport. Cross the channel with Speedferries.com, Dover/Boulogne.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Limoges: 70 km
Railway:
Potiers: 50 km
Activities near La Trimouille
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Single beds (1), Double beds (2), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 5
Other:
Linen provided, please check with the owner regarding towels.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ, Swing set
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: The main floor of the property has a large kitchen/dining room with modern units and appliances. This leads onto a wooden verandah at the front of the cottage and a stone balcony at the rear. Also on this floor you have a shower room, the large master bedroom and the twin bedroom.
Downstairs there is a large sitting room to retreat from the heat with stone walls and wooden beams. Here is also the laundry area and access to the front and back terraces.
Further details outdoors: Opposite the cottage is a field where you can safely park your car under walnut trees on hard standing. The field is natural meadow filled with butterflies and ancient vines. A small fruit grove grows beside the car parking area and there is another terrace here for dining out under the tree canopy. As the evenings can be very warm, this area gives great shade and atmosphere.
Further details
Please leave 40euros in cash on the kitchen table at the end of your stay to pay for the laundry and cleaning. Thanks.
Payment by credit card for the main booking is acceptable.
We accept dogs, but not cats.
Unfortunately because of the limestone escarpment and the many steps and terraces, we do not accept children under five years old.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. early bookers presently attract an extra 15% discount.
Availability notes
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Contact details for home 16913
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Name:
Les Morton
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Advertiser joined: 13 Oct 2005 This property added: 30 Oct 2006
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