Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less) Corporate bookings
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car advised Nearest amenities: 5 km
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Situated in a peaceful hamlet less than 7km from Doue-la-Fontaine and Montreuil-Bellay, and 20km from Saumur, this gite provides a perfect base for exploring the glorious Loire region. The gite is adjacent to the main farmhouse and sleeps 5+2 persons making it ideal for small groups, families or couples looking for a relaxing holiday (can be rented to sleep 3 at reduced rate)
This spacious gite is renovated to an extremely high standard whilst retaining period features, and is equipped with a fully-fitted kitchen, washing machine, as well as TV/DVD in the lounge and both bedrooms. WiFi internet access also available. The property is set in a walled garden with areas at the front and back for exclusive use by guests, including a children's play area. The British owners live on-site and speak fluent English, German, French and Spanish.
Entrance to property
Gite
Dining area
Lounge
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The Loire Valley / Maine-et-Loire region
All the world-famous chateaux of the Loire and Anjou are within easy reach and the historic towns of Saumur and Angers are only 20 mins and 45 mins drive respectively.
Other activities include local walking and cycle tours, trips to amusement parks, swimming at one of the nearby "Plan d'Eau" (swimming lakes) or day trips to towns and beaches on the Atlantic coast. Refer to our region page on gite-in-loire.co.uk for more ideas.
The area is renowned for its fine Anjou and Saumur wines. Wine tastings are a must for all visitors!
The sunny climate in the Western Loire is comparable to that of Poitou-Charentes with some of the highest average number of sunshine hours recorded annually.
Saumur area
Montreuil Bellay: Ville Fleurie with an imposing medieval chateau Doue la Fontaine: Doue has an unusual zoo set on two levels. One of the area's top tourist attractions. Doue is also famous for its rose gardens and troglodyte sites. Saumur: Chateau town and home of the Cadre Noir. Renowned for its wines (Saumur Brut, Champigny). Angers: regional capital with famous chateau Puy de Fou: Medieval theme park Lots of wine tasting .... :-)
How to get there
We are located in a quiet hamlet on the D194 approximately 7 mins. drive south of Doue-la-Fontaine Montreuil Bellay 8km, Saumur 20km
St Macaire du Bois (Les Bouchettes) is easily accessible by car from all the channel ports and via the airports of Angers, Nantes, Tours, Poitiers and Paris. Flybe, Easyjet and Ryanair operate a number of all-year and summer-season routes.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Angers: 40 km
Railway:
Montreuil Bellay: 10 km
Ferry:
St Malo: 240 km
Activities near Saumur
Sports: 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, Video player, CD player, Telephone, Safe, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available
Bedrooms (2), Ensuite (1), Shower rooms (2), WCs (2)
Furniture:
Single beds (5), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 7, Lounge seating for 7, Sleeps maximum of 7
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available, Swing set
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: Ground floor: twin bedroom; separate bathroom with shower/WC; large kitechen and dining area First floor: large master family bedroom with double and single bed and en-suite shower/WC; Lounge: room to sleep 2 additional persons (folding beds)
Further details outdoors: Ample parking including covered barn area spacious front and back gardens boule court children's play area and sand pit, swings outdoor games paddling pool for children (set up on request)
Further details
Rental price includes: - rental of the gite from Saturday 4pm to following Saturday 10.30 am (other arrival/departure days on request) - electricty, heating and water costs (except during low season when electricity is metered) - bed linen and towels (beds will be made up for your arrival) - baby cots and high chairs (please request when booking) - free welcome pack - free use of facilities All rental terms and conditions on our website.
Conditions
Cleaning is not included. Guests are expected to leave the gites in a clean and tidy state upon departure
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
Convert to:
Period
From
To
Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
Mid
25 May 08
7 Jun 08
475£ 383
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1 Week
High
7 Jun 08
5 Jul 08
575£ 464
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1 Week
Peak
5 Jul 08
30 Aug 08
700£ 565
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1 Week
High (September)
30 Aug 08
20 Sep 08
575£ 464
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1 Week
Mid (autumn)
20 Sep 08
4 Oct 08
475£ 383
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0-
1 Week
Low
4 Oct 08
28 Mar 09
360£ 290
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1 Week
Mid
28 Mar 09
6 Jun 09
475£ 383
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1 Week
High
6 Jun 09
4 Jul 09
575£ 464
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0-
1 Week
Peak
4 Jul 09
29 Aug 09
700£ 565
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0-
1 Week
High
29 Aug 09
19 Sep 09
575£ 464
0-
0-
1 Week
Mid
19 Sep 09
3 Oct 09
475£ 383
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1 Week
Low
3 Oct 09
1 Jan 10
360£ 290
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1 Week
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
All prices quoted in Euros. Payment also possible in Pounds Sterling or Swiss Francs. Rates subject to exchange rate at time of booking
The gite can also be rented with one bedroom (sleeping 3) at reduced rates except during peak season.
Guestbook
Refer to my personal website by clicking on the link at the bottom of the page
Availability notes
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