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Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car advised Wheelchair access
Notes:
Pets welcome Suitable for children Smokers welcome Self-catering
Home description
The house is situated in a beautiful medieval village with an amazing 15th century chateau. The village has a bar/restaurant and basic shopping three miles away in Lathus, also well known for an outstanding outdoor activity centre. Six miles away is Montmorillon CITE DE L'ECRIT with its good choice of shops, supermarkets, weekly market and the historic town centre. Within easy reach is the city of Poitiers, the theme park ‘Futuroscope’, the Château of the eagles in Chauvigny and the Abbe Au Savin (World Heritage Site).
Included in the spacious house is a games room with full size table tennis & pool tables. Badminton, volleyball & basketball facilities are in the extensive gardens. Fishing, shooting & hunting are seasonal activities within the locale.
The medieval Chateau in Bourg Achembault is one of the finest examples of its kind in France. This beautiful luxurious house is complimented by typical French rural tranquility.
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view of house
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The Poitou-Charentes / Vendee / Vienne region
Whether visiting the beaches of Charente Maritime, fishing in the rivers of the Vienne, looking into the future at Futuroscope or visiting the historic city of Angouleme FrenchEntrée-Poitou Charentes aims to be your guide to the region. We've tourist sites to visit, walks in the countryside, drives, sport, painting and lots more!FrenchEntrée-Poitou Charentes covering Leisure & Tourism in Charente Maritime, Deux Sevres, Vienne & the Charente.
Montmorillon area
Montmorillon is known as City of the Writing and the Trades of the Book , as much by the variety of its booksellers and secondhand booksellers that by the presence of many craftsmen: bookbinders, illuminators, calligraphers and paper makers. The town is a delightful medieval town with lots of restaurants, cafes, a market and plenty of activities for adults and children. There a 12th century church, Octagon and Monastry and the world famous Macaroon Museum. The old towns of Bellac, Le Dorat, Chauvigny and Le Blanc are all near, with lots to explore and discover.
Futurscope The main tourist attraction of the area, Futuroscope, on the outskirts of Poitiers, offers a fascinating day out for all the family with over 20 attractions including 3D cinema, simulators, surround screens and 180º screens, water screens plus interactive games, shows, events and exclusive exhibitions. There is a fantastic firework display shown at the end of the day (usually around 9.00pm).
Lac St Pardoux Just 45 minutes' drive away this beautiful spot offers bathing, windsurfing, sailing, water skiing, canoeing, fishing, cycle hire, footpaths, and riding on 330 hectares of grounds. Around the lake there are paths for walkers and mountain biking, tennis, beach-volley ball and horse riding.
Swimming indoor and outdoor We may be inland but there are still plenty of opportunities for outdoor swimming. At Lathus, Moussac and Queaux you will even find sandy beaches laid out against the river banks! At Availles-Limouzine there is a picnic and play area against the river which is safe for swimming and an open swimming pool in Montmorillon.
Water sports There are water-skiing, sailing and wind-surfing centres on the Vienne at Isle Jourdain and at the Centre de Plein Air on Lac de Chardes.
Fishing One of the most popular pursuits in the area. There are numerous opportunities for fishing on the Vienne and Gartempe rivers and local grade "A" trout streams . There are also a number of well-stocked fishing ponds. A variety of inexpensive fishing licences are available from the tackle shop in Montmorillon. Carp fishing is especially prevalent here with night fishing available at Availles-Limouzine. There is also Trout, Roach, Perch etc.
Hiking & Biking This is delightful area for walkers, whether you enjoy serious hiking or a gentle ramble after a good lunch. Areas of Outstanding Beauty include the Site of Hell Rock at Lathus which has been protected since 1991 because of the variety off the wildlife and flora. The wood of Chatille near Béthines is one two public access forests in Montmorillonnais and is noted for its rare or protected birds. There are eight well-sign posted formal hiking routes mapped out in the area details of which you'll find at the house.
How to get there
Closest Airport Limoges(45mins) or Poitiers Airport (45 mins)
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Limoges
Railway:
Montmorillon
Activities near Montmorillon
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Log fire, Internet access, DVD player
General:
Central heating, TV, Video player, CD player, Telephone, Pool / Snooker table, Table tennis, Games room, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (4), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 10, Lounge seating for 10, Sleeps maximum of 10
Other:
Please check with the advertiser regarding linen and towels. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Wheelchair access, Secure parking
Further details indoors: The house has been fully furnished to a high standard throughout. The house has a full supply of bedding, linnen and towels. We have a playstaion for 2 players and plenty of indoor board games and DVDs, and there is also a supply of CDs. Broadband facilities are in place. Pool & Table tennis tables, badminton, volleyball, basket ball & football may be played in the spacious garden & games rooms.
Further details outdoors: The house is surounded by large and colourful gardens. Plenty of space for children to play safely, as the above ground pool (7.30mx3.30m) is set away from the terrace. Barbecue and garden furniture are supplied. An ideal spot to unwind in lovely, unspoilt rural surroundings.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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800£800
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1200£1,200
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Guestbook for Bourg Achambault
"Wonderful time with family in superb relaxing seting. Kids loved the garden. Great restaurants in Montmorillon" Matt - Wigan
"Spent a brilliant week with a group of friends, eating, drinking & partying. Definitely booking next year" Anthony & Sally - Chester
My Family and I had a wonderful stay in Bourg Achembault where i was able to complete my novel while the kids were kept entertained by all the activities. Not to mention nature at its finest." Mrs Nadine Smythe-Wyatt - Kensington, London
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Contact details for home 34971
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Name:
Jill Moy
Tel:
+44 (0)151 2550222
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+44 (0)7866 724371
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Advertiser joined: Aug 2007 This Property added: Aug 2007
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