Saint Emilion holiday home accommodation with walking, log fire, internet access, telephone, rural retreat, TV, DVD

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Maison Haute (house)

Home description

This former old stone barn has been beautifully restored to a high standard (4 **** classification by the Gironde Tourist Board). Exposed stone walls, terra cotta tiled floors and period furniture give this property its charm and warmth. An ideal setting to enjoy long walks, visits to wine growers or just laze in the garden or by the beautifully landscaped pool. (swimming possible Mid-may till mid october).Table tennis in the garden. Tennis courts in the village 2km.

Gourmet restaurants or local bistrots abound in the area : whatever your choice you will not be disappointed. Two golf courses await you just 25 minutes from the house. Canoeing on the Dordogne or riding in beautifully kept stables are a short ten-minute drive. The inumerable hiking trails in the area lead you through vineyards and woodlands, past castles and cottages with one or two trails that leave from the hamlet. Indoor pool and spa 5 minute drive.

Maison Haute as seen from the pool	the pool
the master bedroom	Bedroom for children or adults

To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/19710

The Aquitaine / Dordogne / Gironde region

This property is located in the north eastern area of the Gironde bordering the Dordogne. Hot summers and temperate winters characterise this region with summer weather starting mid-May. Grape harvest usually takes place from second half of September to early October usually under glorious blue skies.

Saint Emilion area

Our property is ideally situated for walking, sightseeing, wine tasting and simply enjoying the famous French way of life. The picturesque medieval village of St Emilion - registerd with UNESCO as World Heritage - ten minutes from the property has been renowned for its wines since the second century. Château Cheval Blanc, Château Ausone are among the most famous. A stone's throw away is the Pomerol region, home of Château Petrus. If you are game for an hour's drive you are in the Medoc and ready for visits to the renowned Château Margaux or Château Mouton Rothschild. Local tourist boards organise trips to various châteaux and courses in wine tasting are available in Saint Emilion.

A visit to Bordeaux is a must and has just been classified UNESCO World Heritage. The stately 18th century river front - on the Garonne river - is breathtaking.The inumerable winding streets are lined with charming 3 story buildings with lovely stone work and graceful wrought iron balconies giving this city all its charm. Quaint hidden squares, boutiques, restaurants abound and the Archeological museum is incredibly rich and informative about Bordeaux's Roman past.

Arcachon, the Pyla Dune and the splendid Atlantic beaches are an hour and fifteeen minutes drive with motorway most of the way.

If you wish to visit the Dordogne, Sarlat and the Lascaux caves are an hour and a half drive through lovely scenic countryside.

How to get there

Bergerac airport : approx 1hour or less
Bordeaux Merignac airport : approx: 1hour or less
TGV Train from Paris : 3 hours to Libourne Station
Train station Libourne : 20 minutes
By car from Paris : approx 6 hours on Motorway A10

Activities near Saint Emilion

Facilities

Further details outdoors:
Stone BBQ, garden furniture, table tennis and lovely views all add to make your stay truly enjoyable . Fruit picking in the orchard according to season : greengage, plums, apple, figs and grapes await you....

Rental rates

Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
January to May	1 Jan 08	4 May 08	600£ 541	0-	0-	1 Week
May to end June	4 May 08	29 Jun 08	700£ 631	0-	0-	1 Week
July and Augst	29 Jun 08	31 Aug 08	1200£ 1,081	0-	0-	1 Week
September and October	31 Aug 08	1 Nov 08	700£ 631	0-	0-	1 Week
November	1 Nov 08	1 Jan 09	600£ 541	0-	0-	1 Week

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

2 weeks or more : 5% discount

4 persons or less : 10% discount, except for July and August

Christmas holidays : 800 Euros

Bed linen : 10 euros per bed (single or double)

Utilities & Gas central heating : according to use

Cleaning end of stay: included

Apron, hand towels in kitchen and bath mats for shower and bathrooms provided

Cleaning products and equipment for property maintenance provided

Basic groceries for arrival : tea, coffee, sugar, flour, oil, vinegar, spices. More on request

Payment : Bank draft or Bankers cheque in EUROS

Down payment : 25% on reservation

Balance : 30 days before arrival

Guestbook for Maison Haute

"Bayens -a little bit of heaven on earth! We will return" 15/06/07 Martin and Kay UK

"Many thanks for your kind hospitality and for making us feel so welcome...We will take back many fond
memories of Bayens" 25/06/07 Greg and Sue Australia

"...quelle belle maison, si lumineuse et chaleureuse à la fois. Merci de la partager avec nous. Superbes et inoubliables moments dans la piscine..." 13/07/07 CB France

"Thank you for a peaceful and relaxing stay in your lovely home 01/09/07 Chris, Nikola and Alex UK

"Many thanks for all your kind hospitality and guide to the many places to visit here.We've fond memories of walking in the vineyards, touring local towns and visiting the marvelous restaurants...Its been a wonderful holiday !" 06/10/07 Dave&Bev, Seamus & AnneMarie Canada and Ireland

"Thank you so much for a lovely few days. The cottage is beautiful, the bread, fig jam, grapes and tomatoes were gorgeous. Thank you for your hospitality hopefully see you again" Penny, Ian, Charlotte and Oliver 21/10/07 UK

You have provided just about the most perfect house for a truly restful holiday and it will give me lasting pleasure to think about this winter...Jill 2008 (5 weeks)

Availability

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Contact details for the advertiser of home 19710
Name:	Eve Eschapasse
Tel:	+33 (0)5 57746862
Mobile:	+33 (0)6 16136345
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