No pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Situated in a peaceful hamlet, this single level barn conversion, completed in 2009 is just 10km from the historic town of Richelieu. Sympathetically converted, the barn retains many of the original beams and has been tastefully furnished to ensure that you have a comfortable, peaceful stay and is ideal for families and couples holidaying together.
The property comprises of three large bedrooms, one with a king size bed and an en suite bathroom with bath/shower. The two twin rooms can be converted, on request, to 6 foot beds and they share a large bathroom with bath and separate shower. There is also an open plan, fully fitted kitchen, dining and sitting room with television, DVD player/hard drive recorder with DVDs, CDs and a wide range of books plus a log burning stove, wonderful on a cold evening! The property has Wi-Fi broadband internet access. All accommodation benefits from central heating. There is also a separate laundry room.
Double french doors from the living area and two of the bedrooms lead on to two terraces, a patio and lawn which overlook the orchard and lovely views of the surrounding countryside. The garden is private to the property and is furnished with a table, chairs and barbecue. There is also a children's play area. Parking is in the owners gated courtyard and there is undercover storage for bicycles, if required. English owners live on site. An evening meal is available on day of arrival, on request. Locally produced and prize winning honey and goats cheese are for sale nearby the property.
La Grange
Living Area
Bedroom 1
House Bathroom
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The Loire Valley / Indre-et-Loire region
Enjoying some of the highest average number of sunshine hours recorded annually, this area also enjoys less rainfall than north of the Loire. With wonderful clear night skies, it is ideal for stargazing.
There are many chateaux within easy reach including the Forteresse Royale de Chinon (Jean D'Arc), Saumur, Montreuil-Bellay, Azay Le Rideau, "Sleeping Beauty's" chateau at Usse, Villandry with it's magnificent gardens, Oiron with modern art exhibitions, and many more. There are also lovely churches including the Abbaye de Fontevraud of Richard the Lionheart fame.
There is plenty to do in the area for all ages and tastes. You can visit the cities of Poitiers, Tours and Angers, plus the smaller towns of Chatellerault, Loudun, Chinon and Saumur. There are museums, troglodyte dwellings, the zoo at Doue-la-Fontaine, Futuroscope, the water sports centres at Moncontour and Parc de St. Cyr as well as many lovely gardens.
The area is great for cycling and walking.
The region is famous for it's wine (Touraine, Chinon, Saumur, Saumur-Champigny, Bourgeuil, etc). There are numerous producers and introductions can be made to the producers of our own particular favourites!
Richelieu area
The historic walled town of Richelieu has shops, bars and restaurants and also the famous 300 year old Les Halles covered market place where a twice weekly market is held. It is thought that the road system, set out as it is in a grid system, was the model for the construction of New York. Further details of fetes, brocantes and wine fairs etc. held in the town and surrounding villages can be obtained from the Tourist Information Office which is situated opposite Les Halles.
There is a 1000 acre park ideal for bike rides, jogging and walking. Bikes and boats can also be hired. The park originally surrounded the chateau built by Cardinal Richelieu in the 17th century. It was pulled down at the end of the 19th century but it is still possible to visit the Orangery and Stables.
Golf is within a 40-minute drive and you can go swimming in Richelieu and St. Gervais Les Trois Clochers (11km.). There are also marked walks through forest and open countryside.
How to get there
By Air. Poitiers airport (car hire available). 30 minutes drive to the gite. Tours airport. 75 minute drive to the gite. La Rochelle airport. 2 hour drive to the gite. Paris Charles De Gaulle airport (car hire available). 3 hour drive to the gite. Eurotunnel. Calais . 6 hour drive to the gite. Ferry. Portsmouth-Caen. 3 1/2 hour drive to the gite. Portsmouth - Le Havre. 4 hour drive to the gite. Dover - Calais. 6 hour drive to the gite. Train. TGV to Chatellerault. 30 minutes drive to the gite. TGV to Poitiers. 30 minutes drive to the gite. TGV to Tours. 75 minutes drive to the gite.
Nearest Travel Links. Airport: Poitiers 40 km. Railway: Chatellerault 24 km. Ferry: Caen 300 km.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Poitiers: 40 km
Railway:
Chatellerault: 24 km
Activities near Richelieu
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Log fire, Internet access, DVD player
General:
Central heating, TV, CD player, Table tennis, Wi-fi available
Single beds (4), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 6
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ, Swing set
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: The 4 Single beds can also be converted into two 6 foot wide beds and the Double bed is King-Size.
Room sizes are as follows:- Bedroom 1. 17' x 15'10" (including en suite) Bedroom 2. 15'6" x 12'6" Bedroom 3. 13'6" x 12' Living area. 31'6" x 17'
The house bathroom (13' x 8'6") has a wash basin, toilet, bath and separate shower. The en suite (7'10" x 5'3") has a wash basin, toilet and bath/shower.
Complimentary welcome pack.
Bread deliveries.
Evening meal available on day of arrival.
Wi-Fi broadband internet connection.
Log burning stove.
Books, DVDs and CDs available.
DVD / Hard Drive Recorder.
Clothes airer.
Tumble drying available at extra charge.
Fireguard.
Cot plus separate travel cot (up to 12 months / 15 kilos).
First size Toddler ReadyBed available.
Iron and ironing board.
Clothes airer.
Further details outdoors: Private grassed garden. Two terraces. Patio. Security lights. Play sand pit and paddling pool available on request. Outdoor swing and slide set (up to age 12). Outdoor games on request.
Parking inside electronically gated courtyard.
Further details
We regret no pets.
Strictly no smoking at this property.
Cleaning is not included. Guests are requested to leave the gite in a clean and tidy state on departure. 20% of the rental fee is required to secure the booking. The balance of the rental is required 6 weeks prior to the start date of the holiday.
A damage deposit of £200 is payable with the balance of the rental. The damage deposit is refundable within 10 working days of departure date less the costs of any significant damage and / or excessive cleaning costs. Arrival time is from 17.00 local time and departure time 10.00 local time.
Rental rates
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
English owners live on site.
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As this is a new let from 28 December 2009 there are few bookings at the moment.
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Contact details for the advertiser of home 100969
Name:
Glynis & Michael Demaine
Tel:
+33 (0)549 197985
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