Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less)
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car essential Nearest amenities: 2 km
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
The property consists of a renovated farmhouse and a recently converted stone stable. Providing comfortable accommodation for 10. -The house has been tastefully renovated to provide spacious accommodation consisting of: three bedrooms, bathroom, a large dining-kitchen, downstairs WC & a bright, airy lounge which opens onto a large south-facing terrace, enabling you to enjoy the Poitevin sunshine. The terrace overlooks a pretty, enclosed courtyard. -The cottage (L'ecurie) is next door (not attached) to the house and looks out onto the courtyard at the front. The cottage has it's own private garden and terrace to the rear. The living accommodation consists of a spacious open plan lounge/kitchen/diner and shower room downstairs. Upstairs has two double bedrooms and a bathroom. Guests have exclusive use of the pool (securely fenced & alarmed, perfect for children) which has its own south-facing terrace. The pool is open from late-May to late-September, when temperatures are usually perfect for bathing. Beyond the pool area is an enclosed paddock, ideal for ball games. Situated on the edge of the Brenne National Park the area is rich in wildlife & the many paths, tracks & quiet country lanes are ideal for walking, cycling & horse riding.
La Maison and L'ecurie
La Metairie d'Auge
L'ecurie- cottage with 2 double bedrooms
Twin room - La Maison
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The Loire Valley / Indre-et-Loire region
Vicq sur Gartempe is situated in the east of La Vienne, close to its borders with the Indre and Loire. A 45 minute drive will bring you to the historic town of Poitiers. Other attractions- Futuroscope, The Brenne National Park, St Cyr lake with beach. Chateau Touffou, Haute Touche Animal Park.
La Vienne / Val-de-Gartempe area
2km from Vicq-sur-Gartempe- a quiet village with a post office, general store, bakers and two friendly bars.
2km in the other direction will bring you to Angles-sur l'Anglin (with its own ruined chateau) situated either side of a crossing over the river Anglin the picturesque village is holder of an award for one of the prettiest villages in France and the home to a newly opened visitor centre for the nearby " Roc aux Sorciers"- caves containing 15,000 year old freize of rock carvings.
Angles has 2 cafés (serving food), 3 restaurants, a tabac, pharmacy and small charcuterie. The beautiful spa town of La Roche Posay is 10km away (relaxing spa treatments available). La Roche has many shops and a supermarket as well as weekly markets- one food and one general. There is also a stunning 18 hole golf course - open to non-members. Within half an hours drive are the beautiful market towns of Chauvigny and Chatellerault.
How to get there
Fly to Tours, Poitiers, Limoges Cheap flights- Ryanair from Stansted, Liverpool, East Midlands http:/ryanair.com Car hire available at all airports-http://france.carhireexpress.co.uk/ Ferry to Caen , Cherbourg (Brittany Ferries -we have a limited number of vouchers for a 15% discount- ask us for more details) http:/brittany-ferries.co.uk
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Poitiers: 53 km
Railway:
Chatellerault: 30 km
Ferry:
Caen (Ouistreham): 363 km
Activities near La Vienne
Sports: Tennis in town Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (6), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 11, Lounge seating for 11, Sleeps maximum of 10
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ, Climbing frame, Swing set
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: *The farmhouse has a fully equipped country style kitchen and has a 5-burner range-style gas cooker with electric grill and dishwasher. * The cottage also has a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher. All the bedrooms have original beams and trusses exposed.
Ideal for 2 families that would still like there own space.
Further details outdoors: Enjoy leisurely al fresco mealtimes on the large terrace which has garden furniture and a barbecue, and overlooks the pretty enclosed courtyard. The pool area is enclosed and has its own and terrace and deck ( with garden furniture and sun loungers) overlooking the picturesque countryside . The pool is cleaned daily. Enjoy a quiet game of boules (locally known as petanque) in the courtyard - boules provided. We also have a range of garden toys and games for children.
Further details
Electricity and logs (for the wood burning stove) are included. Bed linen and towels are included but please bring your own towels for the pool. Changeover Day - in high season is Saturday. For the rest of the year this is flexible. The house is available from 4pm on the day of arrival. You are requested to vacate the property by 10 am on the day of departure. Swimming Pool- available from late May to late September. “Always remember that swimming pools can be dangerous places, especially for young children. Guests are responsible for their own safety and parents are solely responsible for the supervision and safety of their children. We strongly advise that you arrange full travel, accident and health insurance.” The farmhouse and cottage are our only rental properties. We live in a cottage on the site.
Conditions
Booking- Please contact us by e-mail or telephone to check availability. We will confirm that the dates you require are available. This 'booking' will then be held for 10 days. You must print off the booking form and send it to us with a non-refundable deposit of 20%. The balance plus a security deposit, £100*, is payable 8 weeks before your holiday is due to start. Cancellation refunds - 4-8 weeks-50% of rate refunded, 2-4 weeks 25% of rate refunded, less than 2 weeks- no refund.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Peak Season
19 Jul 08
30 Aug 08
1100£1,100
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High season
30 Aug 08
27 Sep 08
850£850
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Low Season
4 Apr 09
23 May 09
600£600
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High Season
23 May 09
18 Jul 09
875£875
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Peak Season
18 Jul 09
5 Sep 09
1200£1,200
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High Season
5 Sep 09
26 Sep 09
875£875
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
We may offer discounts for lets of more than 2 weeks.
We can accept payment by Paypal, cheque or bank transfer in British pounds or Euros
Please contact us to check availability and tariffs.
Electricity and logs are included.
Changeover days are flexible in low season.
Reductions may be available for last minute bookings.
Please ask for details.
Guestbook
’We had a fabulous time. The Gite and Farmhouse were fantastic and feel like "home". This was our first trip to France - thank you Nich Julie and Lizzie for making it a great first trip. Shane and Nicky
A very gorgeous place - especially in the early mornings, for the bread run on the bikes. The church bells very atmospheric. You provided us with everything for a perfect holiday. Ibbotsons Yorks.
’Thank you to both of you for your hospitality. The comprehensive inventory throughout made it feel like a home from home, and thanks very much for stocking the fridge with so much stuff. Everything we could have wished for was at hand, including UK TV and UK power sockets. Fantastic! We had a great time – it was so good to be able to spend quality time together in such a tranquil environment. It was a much needed break and we are both the better for it. Your accommodation and setting is fantastic and we would very much like to come back next year, and perhaps bring our friends.’ Mark and Melanie (Nottingham)
"Top welcome from Nich and Julie, comfortable accommodation and a great place to chill out and forget the world." Jean and Steve (Warrington)
"..convivial hosts; discrete, helpful, charming and extremely obliging. The use of the golf clubs and bikes was more than we expected and was very much appreciated." Steve, Debbie, Lynne and Tony (Hampshire)
'What a fantastic week's holiday! The children have had great fun with the animals, swimming, blackberry picking and just playing outside. Everything is totally safe here. .. We're certain that we will be back next year' The Greens (Cheshire).
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