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Sat
Access:
Car advised Nearest amenities: 0.3 km
Notes:
May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Delightful 18th century traditional stone-built house in rural location in village of Romagne. Village shop within walking distance. Comprises: downstairs - entrance hall, study area, lounge, kitchen, bathroom. Upstairs - 2 double bedrooms with kingsize beds and one twin bedded room, separate wc. Garden and patio with garden furniture, private swimming pool and bbq.
Ideal location for vineyards, wine tasting, cycling and walking holidays. The property is 2 km from the Bordeaux to Sauveterre cycle track (70 km in length). Cycle hire available in nearby towns. There are many 11th and 12th century architectural sites and the house is on the pilgrim route of Santiago de Compostella. Beautiful medieval church in village. Nearby are the medieval towns of Creon, St Emilion, Libourne and Bordeaux. There are wonderful farm and food markets in Creon on Wednesday and Saturday and in Libourne on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday.
Front view of 18th century traditional stone cottage
Garden seating area with bbq
Master bedroom with kingsize bed
Lounge Fireplace, traditional style in local stone
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/17790
The Aquitaine / Dordogne / Gironde region
The area is well-known for its wine growing appellations including Bordeaux, Entre-Deux-Mers, St Emilion, Sauternes, Medoc, Bergerac and Cotes de Duras. This property is ideally located for the wine connoisseur wishing to visit all of these famous regions.
Chateaux: There are numerous medieval, rennaissance and 18th century chateaux, many now associated with wine production. The Black Prince was very fond of the area and many of the historical centres were founded during his time as fortified towns or Bastides. La Sauve Majeur is a famous ruined abbey close by, where Eleanor of Aquitaine was a frequent visitor, and where there is an excellent wine centre promoting the white wines of the region. The Romagne cave co-operative lies on the edge of the village and sells Bordeaux red and Entre deux Mers white wines as well as sparkling whites, all at reasonable prices.
There are many excellent restaurants in picturesque villages such as St Emilion, by tranquil mill streams such as in Castelmoron D'Albret, or on the banks of the slow moving Dordogne such as at St Pardon where it is possible to view the Mascaret at certain times of year.
The English occupied the area in the 12th century and established many of the characteristic Bastides in the region. From larger centres such as Libourne (20 mins) - founded by the associate of the Black Prince, Roger de Lybourne - to small towns like Creon (10 mins), all have the typical central square with market and fortifications common to bastides. Today these towns are charming market spots with excellent historical streetscapes and little shops.
Aquitaine was the scene of a long conflict in the Middle Ages between the French and English armies. Castillon La Bataille (20 mins) was the setting for the last major battle of the Hundred Years War. The battle is re-staged here each year on weekends in August.
Saint Emilion / Branne area
A visit to historic Saint Emilion is an absolute must for its narrow cobbled streets, medieval buildings, wine shops and very good places to eat. It is home to world renowned wines and a superb maison du vin and cave co-operative. The town of Branne lies on the Dordogne with its famous bridge designed by Gustav Eiffel and its beautiful twin towered church.
The weather on the whole is superb. In summer there is hardly any rain, spring is pleasant, and September is just a delight. Excursions to St Emilion, Bordeaux and Bergerac are of course the most enjoyable for the adults, but children can have a lot of fun too. The beautiful seaside resort of Arcachon (80 mins) boasts miles of golden sand, the world's largest sand dune - the Dune de Pyla - and water parks. Bordeaux has a couple of zoos. There are several transport museums and a steam railway (summer only) nearby. The grottos and chateaux of the Dordogne Valley are also in easy striking distance and the Roman remains at Montagne are well worth a visit. Perigeux, Sarlat and Lascaux make splendid day trips.
Wine and food festivals abound during the summer months. Look out for the St Emilion wine festival in June and the bread, cheese and wine festival in Langon at the beginning of September - both well worth a visit. The following website is great for local activities/festival information: http://www.whatsonwhen.com/pages/aquitaine.jml
How to get there
Airlines: Flybe, BMI Baby, Ryanair, Easyjet, BA (try using www.skyscanner.net for cheap flight information)
Airports: Bordeaux 40km, Bergerac 60km
Ferry Ports: Calais 870km, Caen 600km, Cherbourg 680km, St Malo 535km
Eurotunnel: Calais 870km
Car Hire available from Bordeaux and Bergerac airports and also Libourne TGV station (try using www.carbookers.co.uk for car hire information)
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Bordeaux: 40 km
Railway:
Libourne: 15 km
Ferry:
St Malo: 535 km
Activities near Saint Emilion
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Single beds (2), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 6
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: Heating/Air Conditioning Double bedrooms, both with kingsize beds Original exposed stone walls Marble-tiled floors downstairs Original cherrywood staircase Polished wood floors upstairs Luxury corner bath with shower over Cassette player
Further details outdoors: BBQ Garden furniture - seating for 6 plus 2 loungers Pool - above ground Patio area Parasols provided Rotary dryer Parking for 2 cars, extra parking available in village hall car park opposite. Secure garden at rear of property, fenced in all round
Further details
Welcome pack provided on arrival. Swimming pool only available during high season. English-speaking representative on hand to answer any questions.
Conditions
Linen and towels included Beach/pool towels NOT included Up to two well-behaved dogs are allowed Refundable breakages deposit of £100 required on arrival, to be refunded within two weeks of your departure (subject to satisfactory property inspection). 25% of rental fee deposit required immediately to secure booking (non refundable), balance due eight weeks before holiday commences.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Nov 07 -Mar 08
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350£ 350
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550£ 550
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The owner's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. Refundable £100 security deposit required with final balance payment. We can accept payments by cheque or bank transfer in GBP or Euros.
Availability notes
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Contact details for home 17790
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Name:
Jane Ward-Thompson
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Advertiser joined: 24 Nov 2006 This property added: 24 Nov 2006
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