La Maison Tranquille

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Cottage |2 bedrooms |Sleeps 5

Sancerre in Loire Valley

From £320 per week

Short stays welcome

Changeover Saturday

4.5 out of 5

2 reviews | Write a review

Key info  Swimming pool, car advised, private garden, may take pets - please enquire

About the home

La Maison Tranquille is to be found in the midst of the Loire countryside surrounded by old woodlands, gently rolling hills and traditional mixed farms of the Berry Region. It is a stone built cottage on two floors surrounded by a delightful sunny garden, which has been planted with sweet-scented flowers, aromatic herbs and fruit trees. Inside, the cottage has been renovated to a very high standard whilst retaining its character and charm. It has a wealth of traditional features such as the original oak roof beams and a delightful stone fireplace.

Nestling at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, in the hamlet of Neuvy Le Barrois, it is located some 5 miles from the market town of Sancoins and some 50 minutes south of Sancerre.

Le Petit Chez Soi, the village bar and shop, is open for daily bread, groceries and local cheeses amongst other things. The retired couple, who have recently taken up their position there, offer a lunch menu and will offer evening meals on both Fridays and Saturdays and any other evening on reservation. Do think of using the shop: so many have closed down with the recent economic downtown, that supporting them is one of my favourite things!
The surrounding farms are rightly proud of their herds of pure-bred Charolais cattle. The area around here also has herds of goats. Martine Rossi, my friend and the keyholder, has both goats and cows (six) and makes chesses and has fresh milk and cream for you should you wish.

Picture this: breakfast in the garden under the cherry tree, accompanied by the sound of birdsong; preparing a picnic for the bicycle ride to the medieval village of Apremont; stopping for a beer or ice cream, soaking in the tranquil atmosphere of this historic village; returning for a barbecue in the soft glow of the evening sunshine. C'est parfait!

And new for this year we have Wifi installed for the use of guests, so that you can both relax and stay in touch!

Facilities

Further details indoors:
The cottage is generously equipped and is heated by electric thermostatically controlled radiators and a large woodburning stove.
Ground floor:

* Kitchen : large enough to eat in (seating for 4 provided), large kitchen/breakfast table and seating provided and is well equipped with fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, gas cooker and oven. A keen cook has stocked this kitchen with every utensil you would hope to find!
* Sittingroom : the focal point of this large room is the open stone fireplace, with wood burning stove. French doors leading to the back of the house and open onto the sunny private garden. Comfy sofa and armchairs for relaxing and elm refectory table and benches seating 6 comfortably are available for indoor dining.
* Shower room : large walk-in shower, bidet, wash-basin and mirrored cabinet
* WC : separate from shower room.
* Cave

First floor:

* Bedroom 1 : twin cherrywood sleigh beds.
* Bedroom 2 : double bed
* Landing : a single bed in spacious area.

There is also a DVD player, an iPod dock , a hifi system: there are a stock of DVDs and CDs for your pleasure, board games, books in both French and English and two adult bikes available. The cave houses the tumble drier , outdoor games and the bikes. Bedrooms feature original exposed oak beams

Further details outdoors:
The cottage is set to the rear of the hamlet (the last house) and is surrounded by fields. There's a huge old woodland behind where one can walk quietly. The garden is totally enclosed and very spacious. Last year we started an orchard of apple, pear, plum and apricot trees. This summer our guests will pick from the trees fresh nectarines, plums and two varieties of apples. There doesn't appear to be any fruit on the apricot tree this year possibly because of a cold break in the weather at the beginning of May. A beautiful climbing rose now adorns the front of the house and the well also has a new rose to tumble around it. Privacy is maintained to the rear where one can seek the shade under the cherry tree, use the patio table and chairs for al fresco dining and enjoy a barbecue – a perfect retreat for hot summer days! Ample parking for cars on the property.

Conditions

Suitable for children over 12.

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Spring is here!

 

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the well stocked kitchen - foodies welcome!

 

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the sittingroom and dining for 8

 

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comfortable and spacious sittingroom

The Loire Valley / Cher region

An ancient route for trade, the Loire area has historical sites which range from the troglodyte caves at Rochmenier to extensive Romans remains. The central Loire Valley is host to France’s longest river as well as the magnificent ancient medieval capital of Bourges, the cathedral of Chartes and magical châteaux at Amboise, Cheveny and Chenonceaux.

The Sancerre area

Plenty of interesting places within easy reach:

* Apremont (5 mins) A medieval village justly deserving its "Les Plus Beaux Villages de France” (most beautiful village) status. You can enjoy the floral park, château and carriage museum, or simply enjoy a walk through this beautiful village and pause on the banks of the river Allier.
* Sancoins (10mins) is a bustling market town with an Intermarche, small shops, hotels and bars. The market takes place on Wednesday mornings, covering five squares in the centre of town. There is also a cattle market each Wednesday morning where the farmers buy and sell: it houses at least 2 restaurants!
* Nevers (20mins) Bordered by the Loire, Nevers is a city of arts and history, with the palais ducal, the beautiful cathedral and the Formula 1 circuit. A must to visit is the Grotto of St. Bernadette. There are options here for gourmet dining. The main line rail service to Paris is found here, with central Paris only 2 hours away by train!
* Sancerre (50mins) is a medieval hill-top village famous for the Sauvignon Blanc wines. The next village of Bue is where to find most of the caves for tasting and buying. A beautiful visit!
* Bourges (50mins) University city with lots of style, gothic cathedral and medieval quarter
* Also the stylish towns of Beaunne, Dijon, The Basilica of St Mary Magdalen in Vézelay and the Roman town of Autun easily reached for a day trip out.

* Cycling, walking, bird-watching, tennis, golf, fishing and swimming are all available within the area.
* For the kids there is karting at Magny-Cours, an aquatic centre at Nevers and nature trails and canoeing in the Foret de Troncais
* Famous Formula One grand prix motor racing at Magny-Cours is 20 minutes away.
* Le Prieuré Notre-Dame d’Orsan (50 mins) – Gardens and Restaurant. Truly enchanting! A medieval monastery garden brought back to life… with kitchen-gardens, orchards, a garden of medicinal herbs, a rose-garden, secret gardens, as well as a charming a restaurant in this perfect location.
* Foret de Troncais – less than half an hour from the property: horse riding, sailing picnicking, walking and many more outdoor activities are available here!

How to get there

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Charles de Gaulle Airport (292 km) : Take the route to Paris, then continue on the 104 (Lyon), follow Lyon all the way until the sign for A77 to Nevers. Take Exit 37 and follow the route to Bourge, turn left just after Le Guetin at La Grenouille. follow the route to Neuvy Le Barrois. A journey time of around 3 hours.

Tours (187km): less than two hours drive on a very good autoroute. A journey of two and a half hours.

Beauvais (352km) : follow the A16 to Paris until signs until CDG and then pick up the signs to Lyon until the A77 has been reached. A journey of three hours forty minutes.

Calais (554km) : follow the route to Paris and follow as above once CDG has been reached: a journey of five hours 15 mins.

From Waterloo or Ashford (Eurostar) to Paris-Gare De Lyon, then 2 hours by train to Nevers. Car hire available at Nevers railway station (16km), then just 20 minutes drive to cottage.

Activities near Sancerre

Reviews

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20 Sep 2011

“A relaxing and well equipped house in a lovely part of France” The Maison Tranquille lives up to its name. Based in a tiny village, the only evening sounds are cows and birdsong. The house has 2 bedrooms and a spacious living area complete with stove which... more

21 Aug 2011

“Truly 'Tranquille'” What a beautiful cottage in a beautiful and peaceful part of the Cher countryside! We were woken only by cows in the field next door and the church bells, and lulled to sleep by cicadas. It seems a... more

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.....thank you very very much! It was everything and more. It was so wonderful to be quiet and take stock and most of all relax. J and T Leggatt, Devon

.......we were immediately enchanted by the peace and tranquillity of the cottage and are going home thoroughly relaxed! HG, Renfreshire

....after two weeks of touring through Germany, Austria and Switzerland we arrived at the cottage ready to relax and have done just that! The cottage is enchanting and we are already planning our next visit! AS Gloucestershire

The setting is perfect and we are going home feeling completely relaxed. BE Hertfordshire

From Nevers we caught the train to Paris and had a beautiful day there catching most of the sights ....PR Liverpool

We enjoyed the contrasts of the vibrant towns with the peacefulness of the local villages....La Maison Tranquille exceeded all our expectations from the comfortable and secluded surroundings to the sleepy local villages and beautiful gardens and flowers. DJ. Northern Ireland

Rental prices

Prices for group size 5
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
January - May 2012	7 Jan 12	26 May 12	320£ 320	0-	0-	1 Week
June 2012	26 May 12	30 Jun 12	395£ 395	0-	0-	1 Week
July and August 2012	30 Jun 12	1 Sep 12	450£ 450	0-	0-	1 Week
September 2012	1 Sep 12	29 Sep 12	395£ 395	0-	0-	1 Week
Oct/Nov/Dec	29 Sep 12	22 Dec 12	320£ 320	0-	0-	1 Week
Xmas 2012	22 Dec 12	5 Jan 13	460£ 460	0-	0-	1 Week

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

* All prices are per week Saturday 4pm – Saturday 10am

* A non refundable deposit of £100 per week deposit on booking – the balance being payable 8 weeks before arrival. Cancellation prior to eight weeks before the start date of the holiday will result in all monies being refunded. Within the eight week period cancellation will result in the deposit being retained.

* There is also a security deposit of £150. This will be refunded at the end of your stay provided there is no damage or breakages

* Electricity and heating are included in the rent.

* The property is not suitable for very young children.

* Non smoking inside the property.

* The house will be impeccable when you arrive. Please leave the house clean and tidy.

* Should you prefer a cleaning service we will be delighted to arrange this for you - the cost is 30 euros payable locally.

* A welcome pack of bottle of wine, little savoury biscuits, teabags, coffee, napkins and products for both the kitchen and laundry will be there for your arrival.

Availability

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4 years listed You are contacting Dorothy Dey Landline +44 131 4470398 Mobile +44 7850946504 Web Visit site Languages spoken The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2007. This cottage has received 2 reviews from previous guests.