Luxury Gite Le Verger
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About the home
7 bed, sleeps 14, Le Verger is a luxury high specification French manor house hidden amongst the Bordeaux vineyards only 30 minutes away from St Emilion, / Bergerac, situated on a quiet village lane. Ideal for groups (multi-generational, just adults or 2 or 3 families wanting to travel together - TODDLER FRIENDLY) or wine enthusiasts or those merely in search of beautiful accommodation in a stunning tranquil location...
CATERING, BABYSITTING, MAID and SHOPPING services available. Reasonable rates. Please see luxurygite.com for full details.
There are SEVEN BEDROOMS, three living rooms, PRIVATE FENCED SWIMMING POOL, table tennis, large fenced gardens with stunning views, dining terrace straight off kitchen via double doors, DVDs (around 100 titles), toys (train sets, teletubbies, cuddly toys, board games, books (including bedtime stories)...all the little details thought of. We'll even do your SHOPPING for you ready for your arrival. BABYSITTING service available.
If you have children, you will find cots, high chairs, changing mats, baby baths, steps (for in the bathroom), pop up tent, paddling pool and toys all ready for you. We'll even put a comfy chair next to the bath for when you're bathing the littlies!
Le Verger is a luxury country house, yet with many of the facilities and chic décor of a boutique hotel. Bright spacious rooms, sumptuous bedrooms, mainly high ceilings, polished wooden floors, beautiful working open fireplaces and large traditionally shuttered windows. There is a FENCED swimming pool (for your EXCLUSIVE use - as all facilities are), terrace and large fenced gardens providing plenty of space for alfresco dining.
There are 4 lovely double bedrooms, 2 with en suites and 3 twin rooms with 2 large family bathrooms. There is a kitchen dining room - fabulously equipped with dining table, and views over the terrace, the gardens, pool and onto the vineyards.
The 3 living rooms have plenty of comfortable seating, widescreen tv, surround sound, UK/French TV and dvd player. One is set up as a bar / games room with Nintendo Wii, chic bar area (unstocked), comfy sofas, table (great for cards or colouring in!), rocking horse, window seat and wood burning fireplace. Double doors open it up onto the garden. Luxurygite Le Verger is Ideal for a 2 or 3 family holiday as the property has 7 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 5 WCs, a kitchen/diner and 3 living rooms.
Local facilities are only a 2 minute drive away (or a leisurely 20 min stroll) - hairdressers, village bar and boulangerie for that all important daily freshly baked bread. The local bastide town (on the bank of the Dordogne river) is under 10 minutes away with an abundance of restaurants, shops and plenty of street cafes for watching the world go by. There is also a fabulous weekly market.
This is a first class location for wine tasting, with so many chateaux in the vicinity.
Guaranteed spotlessly clean, well equipped, tastefully decorated with fluffy towels and pure cotton bedlinen for that special holiday. The property is decorated to a high standard with quality tasteful fabrics to give that authentic French chic feel.
Le Verger is located at the end of its own private tree-lined gravelled drive with plenty of off-street private parking. Seclusion and privacy are guaranteed at Le Verger. luxurygite.com
We are CHILD FRIENDLY and are able to provide cots, high chair, toys etc.
We pride ourselves on providing everything you need for a fantastic holiday. Unsure of something? Special request? Just ask. If emailing, please check your 'spam' mailbox as we do respond promptly to all emails, but find some overzealous spam filters catch us out!
Please click the link in the yellow contact box at the bottom of the page to visit our website for more information.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 14, 7 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Lakeside beach, 15km |
| Will consider: | Corporate lets Hen and stag parties Short breaks |
| Access: | Car essential Nearest amenities: 2km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire, Internet access, DVD player |
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| General: | Central heating, TV, Video player, CD player, Table tennis, Games room, Safe, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 7 Bedrooms, 4 bathrooms of which 1 family bathroom, 2 en suites and 1 shower room |
| Furniture: | Single beds (6), Double beds (4), Cots (3), Dining seating for 14, Lounge seating for 18 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ, Climbing frame, Swing set, Trampoline |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
The property has very bright and spacious accommodation and is ideally suited to multi-generational groups or several families who wish to holiday together but still have their own space.. Le Verger is a large recently renovated manor house - a true boutique bolthole.
There is a well-equipped kitchen. This has a woodburning stove and is fully equipped with; large range cooker, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, kettle, toaster, with plenty of quality crockery and utensils including coffee maker, copper bottomed pans, steamer etc. Many of the appliances are high quality Bosch, Smeg, Miele, Siemens etc. The table in the centre of the kitchen/dining areas can accommodate 14 and has stunning views over the terrace (dining seats for 14) onto the private gardens and sunflowers/ vineyards in the distance.
There are also 3 living rooms with fabulous views. One has a widescreen TV (French and English channels), surround sound and all have DVD, video, CD player and comfortable cotton sofas and armchairs. One of the living rooms has a chic bar area (unstocked), Nintendo Wii, large wooden rocking horse and real wood fire.
Le Verger has its own private utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer, iron and ironing board. This room even doubles up as a library!
The double bedrooms have hairdryers (proper salon style ones with nozzles!) and all the bedding is of the finest Egyptian cotton. The style of decor is traditionally French with lots of thought and attention to detail.
Chateau Lalande d'Avion (bedroom 1) is a light and airy room with a wrought iron double bed. There is a double wardrobe, chest of drawers, full length mirror and dressing table. This room has its own en suite shower room/WC with slate floor.
Chateau Grand Barrail (Bedroom 2) is a beautiful double room with a king size four poster bed (160cm). This room also has a wardrobe and dressing table. The en suite has twin wash basins, WC and bath with shower over.
Chateau Billeron Bouquey (Bedroom 3) has twin beds. Next to this bedroom is the family bathroom. Bath with shower over, WC and wash hand basin. This room has a beautiful slate floor and fabulous views!
Chateau Penin (Bedroom 4) also has twin beds and is opposite the family bathroom..
Chateau Haut Gravet (Bedroom 5) has bunk beds, its own wash basin and a WC right outside the door.
At ground floor level, tucked away behind one of the living rooms is...
Chateau Genlaire (Bedroom 6) has a king size bed (150cm), beautiful fire place (not in use), wash hand basin, dressing table, chest of drawers, wardrobe and full length mirror. This room has french windows giving direct access onto the gardens.
Chateau Pontet Fumet (Bedroom 7) has a wrought iron double bed, chest of drawers, full length mirror, wardrobe and dressing table.
There is a large, bright shower room next to these two bedrooms on the ground floor. It is very spacious (shower, WC, wash basin in marble surround).
There are plenty of books, games, toys and DVDs available. Just let us know if a teletubby is needed and we will try and provide it!
Want a night off from the children? We can give you the opportunity for some 'me time' - we'll help the children to make some proper home-made pizzas with plenty of fresh ingredients. They can then enjoy the fruits of their labours, before we settle them down to watch a fun film for the evening. You can go out without having to worry about a thing!
For full details please look at our website located at the bottom of this page.
Further details outdoors:
Le Verger has its own private dining TERRACE accessed off the kitchen with dining tables and chairs. There are also two huge masonry babecues, large mature private gardens (couple of acres) where children can play safely and private swimming pool . There is also plenty of off-street parking.
The garden is fully fenced, has plenty of comfortable sun loungers (no cheap plastic ones here!) and hammock. There are also extensive outside private grassed areas for play or relaxation set over 11 acres.
The pool has ROMAN STEPS and SHALLOW END making life safer and easier for children. The pool is also fully FENCED and alarmed in accordance with local safety regulations. If you have little ones, we can offer you use of a small paddling pool. There are always plenty of pool TOYS, armbands, inflatables available. The pool is cleaned daily for you and covered at night to keep it at a toasty temperature!
Beyond the garden is a large grassed area for volley ball, TABLE TENNIS, trampolining, football and pétanque. We also have plenty of meadows for the children to run about in.
RIDE-ON PEDAL CARS/tractors, SANDPIT and a large TRAMPOLINE. Naturally, there are plenty of garden benches about so you can sit and watch the little ones whilst enjoying the fabulous views.
There are lovely walks/bike rides on the doorstep through the vineyards and you could always drop in on the friendly donkeys up the hill who are always pleased to be given a carrot! Le Verger also has its own cross country running track (1 km). For any keen runners, Richard is a personal fitness trainer and is always happy to advise on local running routes.
Please click the link in the yellow contact box at the bottom of the page to visit our website for more information.
Further details
Le Verger will sleep upto 14 very comfortably. Please see website below.
Free shopping service available - just let us know what you want the week before you arrive and we will make sure it is ready for you.
Conditions
For all bookings we require 25% of rental fee due immediately to secure the booking and the full balance, plus security deposit of £400, 10 weeks prior to holiday start.
All prices include electricity costs, water, logs for woodburners and some central heating in winter months.
Duvets & covers, pillows, percale cotton bedlinen, and fluffy white extra large bath towels and towels for use at the pools are provided. (Bedding/towels changed weekly).
Le Verger is available from 1600 hrs on the day of arrival and must be vacated by 0930 hours on the day of departure (to enable us to maintain our high standards of cleanliness).
Refundable breakages deposit of £400 to be paid with balance, to be refunded within two weeks of your departure (subject to satisfactory property inspection).
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The Aquitaine / Dordogne / Gironde region
Luxurygite is the only large luxury property in this locality being approx 1hr from Bordeaux, and within 1/2hr of both St Emilion and Bergerac and only 1/2km from the banks of the Dordogne River. It is literally surrounded by the prestigious vineyards and chateaux of the Bordeaux region.
The Entre deux Mers region of the Gironde is famed for its wine making, with the historic town of St Emillion being some 20 mins distant. Numerous chateaux are to be found in the area - many open for wine tasting. The area abounds in gently rolling hills, vineyards, sleepy villages and bustling market towns. The region is also famed for its gastromonie (truffles, foie gras) and its mild climate.
Aquitaine is rich in architecture - Bordeaux and Bergerac being fine examples, as well as some of the smaller bastide market towns full of old timbered buildings and cafes - perfect for a spot of people watching in the sunshine.
At the centre of the region is the Dordogne river (only 500m away). There are also several swimming lakes with beaches within 15 mins.
The Saint Emilion area
Within 20/30 Minutes:
St Emilion – World Renowned and world heritage site. Chateaux, wine tasting and restaurants in a beautiful setting.
Bergerac/Bergerac Airport – Home of Cyrano de Bergerac, river trips, restaurants and shopping in the atmospheric old town.
Chateau Vigiers Golf – Championship golf course with daily green fees available. Combined with superb Brasserie and Restaurant with outdoor swimming pool - great for the kids.
Sainte-Foy-La-Grande – beautiful 13th century bastide town 5 minutes away and with all amenities required for your stay (supermarkets, restaurants, cinema, tourist office, post office, and shopping). Has fantastic weekly market.
Canoe Rental – Available at both Pessac-sur-Dordogne and Ste-Foy-la-Grande both with 5-10 minutes.
Fishing – We can arrange a visiters licence for the duration of your stay for fishing on the Dordogne (we are only 1/2 km from the banks of the river).
Tennis - there is tennis available within 5 mins.
Markets - There are many fabulous markets in the surrounding towns and villages - lots of vide greniers (literally 'empty attic' sales), night time markets and farmers markets where the local farmers sell their produce and you can then sit down and eat it on the spot and enjoy the atmosphere. Just perfect!
Pitch and Putt – 9 hole course for all the family.
Horse Riding – Hacks and riding lessons available within 10 minutes drive. 1/2 day hacks with stop off for wine tasting en route can be arranged.
Bowling
Aquapark - fun, inexpensive day out. Large swimming pools (and smaller/shallower pool for the littlies) with water slides etc.
Beaches/lakes - there are several man-made swimming lakes with beaches in the vicinity. The majority have sandy beaches, children's play areas, pedaloes, restaurants, fishing and one even has horse riding. A great cheap day out!
Paintballing
Go-karting/quad biking
Indoor kids' play centres
Hot air ballooning
Adventure sports/white knuckle activities. There is a fabulous place where you can do mountain biking, archery, rock climbing, high wire tree climbing, orienteering etc. An absolute bargain at Eur 6 per person per hour or Eur100 for 2 hours for 12 people!
We have 5 large folders packed with information about the local area which we have painstakingly compiled and keep updated for our guests. If there is a local market on or special chateau open we usually know about it!
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Bergerac: 20 km |
| Railway: | Sainte Foy la Grande: 8 km |
| Ferry: | Saint Malo: 580 km |
Fly to Bergerac - only 30km from airport served by Flybe, Ryanair and Jet2. Fantastic car hire at Bergerac with buggscarhire.com
Bordeaux airport served by budget carriers BMIbaby, Flybe, Ryanair and Easyjet plus traditional carriers is approx 1 hour away.
Within a couple of hours are the airports of Angouleme, Brive, La Rochelle, Toulouse and Limoges served by Flybe, Ryanair, Jet2 and Easyjet.
Eurostar from Waterloo is served by TGV (high speed train) all the way to Bordeaux and then the SCNF to Sainte Foy la Grande.
Activities near Saint Emilion
Tennis in town
Waterpark
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Beach or lakeside relaxation
Cycling holidays
Reviews
 08 Nov 2011 |
Le Verger is that rare, and wonderful combination of a gloriously grown-up getaway that is also ideally suited for children. We weren't travelling with children - but have strongly and heartily recommended it to all of our friends with kids since our return. Mutliple 'lounges' with one including a Nintendo Wii, lots of kids toys, DVDs and books plus a swimming pool and extensive grounds make this the perfect place for children to play and relax. The beautiful decor, nice furniture and proximity to the Bordeaux Chateaux makes this a great adult playground. From the friendly and useful pre-arrival information to the attention to detail in decor, services and information at the house, this 'gite' is more boutique hotel than self-catering rent-a-house. I thoroughly recommend Le Verger and advise other Gite owners to take a leaf out of Debbie and Richard's book for a winning formula. We'll definitely be going back. My only hesitation about recommending the house is the potential for booking competition in future - I'd like to keep this one all to myself! |
10 Oct 2011 |
We had a fantastic stay at Le Verger. The property itself is stunning and very well maintained. We found the owners extremely helpful in providing information and recommendations about things to do in the surrounding area and even provided a shopping service for our arrival. Absolutely superb and very relaxing! |
01 Oct 2011 |
We went as a family of 15 including 7 children under 3 .what a find . Our holiday started with all our shopping waiting in the cupbords and 6 travel cots made up wine on the table and amazing views over the vin yards. The house is beautifully furnished and yet we enjoyed it like it was home . The children loved the toys, especially the train track and ride on tractors. Having gone out as a family with children we all agreed le verger would be a special place to go as a large party of adults . All the rooms were very comfortable and had lots of extras . the extensive grounds with table tennis,swimmimg pool and all the electrical equipment kept the adults content. This was a holiday to celebrate our 35th wedding anniversary it came up to our expectation and more. |
Guestbook for Luxury Gite Le Verger
A Davies May 2008: 'Perfect! Complete paradise! What a superb location with a truly amazing property. Every detail has been thought of. By far the best place I've ever stayed.'
S Godfrey, Kent, May 2008: Thank you so much for a wonderful stay. We have been to many places over the years and this is definitely one of the best. We have really appreciated all the little touches you have obviously worked so hard to provide - fabulous linen and towels. We will definitely be back!
T Fennell, London, July 2008: Absolute bliss - peaceful, quaint and the perfect antidote to the stresses of home. The attention to detail is what makes this place so unique - we'll definitely be back.
K Anderson, London, July 2008: A lovely place, kind hosts, gorgeous weather so the pool a marvellous relief. We particularly enjoyed canoeing on The Dordogne and climbing in trees at Creon. This is a wonderful set up with great space for a large multi-generational party.
P Loe, Gloucestershire, August 2008: Beautiful house and great facilities for the children (9 in all!). It was amazing. Thanks.
Nolan Family Jul 09: Our 16 days at Le Verger has been blissful. It has been an absoloute pleasure spending our holidays here. The kids have had a ball availing themselves of all the facilities here. The house, grounds and pool are of such a high standard. Well done Richard and Debi you have created a beautiful place here. We will definitely be back. Thanks for everything.
Segal,Selwyn, and Price Families (9 adults, 4 children) Aug 09: Many thanks for an entirely peaceful and trouble free vacation. Difficult to think how it could be bettered!
R. Furner Jul/Aug 09: Grandparents, children and granchildren, 14 of us in all, and we've had a wonderful relaxed time here. So well equipped for the young ones-and their elders too. Splendid house, splendid facilities, splendid location.
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
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| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| September | 10 Sep 11 | 1 Oct 11 | £ 1690 | 422 | 422 | 2 Nights |
| October | 1 Oct 11 | 29 Oct 11 | £ 1590 | 397 | 397 | 2 Nights |
| Xmas / New Year | 17 Dec 11 | 7 Jan 12 | £ 2490 | 622 | 622 | 3 Nights |
| Spring 2012 | 31 Mar 12 | 28 Apr 12 | £ 1590 | 397 | 397 | 2 Nights |
| May 2012 | 28 Apr 12 | 2 Jun 12 | £ 1950 | 487 | 487 | 2 Nights |
| June 2012 | 2 Jun 12 | 30 Jun 12 | £ 2390 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Early July 2012 | 30 Jun 12 | 14 Jul 12 | £ 2950 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Peak Summer 2012 | 14 Jul 12 | 25 Aug 12 | £ 3690 | - | - | 1 Week |
| End Aug 2012 | 25 Aug 12 | 1 Sep 12 | £ 2950 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Early Sep 2012 | 1 Sep 12 | 8 Sep 12 | £ 2050 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Sep 2012 | 8 Sep 12 | 29 Sep 12 | £ 1790 | 447 | 447 | 3 Nights |
| Oct 2012 | 29 Sep 12 | 27 Oct 12 | £ 1590 | 397 | 397 | 2 Nights |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday and Saturday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
We can accept payment by bank transfer (sterling or euros). Please ask us for our euro rate.
A deposit of 25% is taken on booking, with the balance being payable 10 weeks prior to the holiday start.
All (reasonable) gas, electricity, water, logs included in price. Cotton bedlinen and fluffy towels also included (we even supply your pool towels, to give you more space in your luggage!)
Availability
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Contact the owner
* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 4 years listed You are contacting Deborah & Richard Hubbard-Davies
Languages spoken    The owner is based in France and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2008. This manor house has received 10 reviews from previous guests.  |
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