La Crête Fort

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Fort |2 bedrooms |Sleeps 5

St John in Jersey

From £924 per week

2 nights minimum stay

Changeover flexible

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Key info  Beach or lakeside relaxation, balcony/terrace, car advised, private garden, pets welcome

About the home

La Crête Fort is located on an isolated headland on Jersey’s rugged north coast between Bonne Nuit Harbour and Giffard Bay. It dates back to the 1830s on a site that was first militarised in the16th century. During the German Occupation in the Second World War it was extended as part of the fortification of the Island. Most recently it was the weekend retreat for the Island’s Lieutenant-Governors.

The accommodation comprises a twin bedroom, lounge with double sofa bed and a kitchen on the ground level. A narrow steep flight of stone steps leads to a dining/living area in a large chamber with an unusual vaulted granite ceiling. The shower room and toilet are on the same level as the bedrooms. The property also comprises exterior areas including a large gun platform jutting out to the tip of the promontory.

The backdrop to the front is the steep, rugged cliffs of Jersey’s dramatic north coast with sea views from the gun platform at the rear to the Paternoster Reef, Sark and the distant coast of France. Giffard Bay to the east is a secluded rocky and pebble covered bay, popular with local bathers and occasional surfers. To the west lies the picturesque port of Bonne Nuit. Access is via a narrow, winding unsealed road. The nearest neighbours are the Cheval Roc correct) Hotel and adjacent private houses some distance away at the beginning of the track.

The property is isolated on Jersey’s North Coast cliffpath route, is a secure retreat with undoubtedly some of the best views in the Channel Islands.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
TV (reception very poor), CD/Radio, DVD player, fridge, gas cooking, gas/electric heating, no telephone, borehole water, linen and towels, one shower room and separate toilet

Further details outdoors:
There is a parking space for one car in the public parking area on the cliff path.

Vehicle access along North Coast cliff path. Narrow winding unsealed road with two-way traffic and pedestrians. Different levels inside and narrow, steep steps. Not suitable for disabled access. Exterior areas border steep cliffs with rocks below. Promontory used by fisherman.

Up to two well-behaved dogs permitted

Conditions

Well-behaved dogs allowed (two max). Dogs not allowed in bedrooms or on furniture. Owners must abide by Island regulations on exercising dogs on beaches during summer months and removing dog faeces from beaches, roads, woods and footpaths.

Not suitable for disabled access.

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Picturesque Surroundings - some of the best views in the Channel Islands!

 

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The impressive seating area at the top of the Fort

 

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Twin Bedroom

 

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Spacious Lounge / Dining Area

The Jersey region

The Channel Islands are magical islands in the Bay of St Malo and at the closest point Jersey is just 14 miles from the French coast. Warmed by the waters of the Gulf Stream, spring arrives early and summer lingers on. The weather here consistently tops the UK resort charts for sunshine hours and temperature.

Jersey well known for its magnificent sandy beaches, rugged cliffs, sheltered coves and crystal clear waters. Inland, winding, shaded lanes take you through wooded valleys and patchwork countryside.

The St John area

La Crête Fort is located on Jersey's north coast on the cliff path network. With no immediate neighbours, and accessed by a winding, unselaed track, it is the perfect location for a secluded break. It was until recently the weekend retreat of the Queen's representative in Jersey, the Lieutenant Governor.

Jersey is thoroughly British but with a distinct French flavour. Although firecely loyal to the Crown for more than 800 years, the French influence lingers on in local surnames and place and street names. The capital St Helier is packed with continental style bistros, restaurants and pavement cafes.

You do not need a passport to visit the Channel Islands unless you intend taking a day trip to France which is a short hop away by sea or air. You will need proof of identity for flights and sea travel to the Island. As on the UK mainland the currency is sterling but Euros are accepted in many shops and other outlets.

There is plenty to do in the Island from guided walks to a visit to one of the Jersey Heritage's six historic sites, Durrell or the Jersey War Tunnels. Day excursions can also be made to the other islands.

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Rental prices

Prices for group size 5
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Low Season	5 Jan 12	31 Mar 12	924£ 924	0-	0-	2 Nights
High Season (Easter)	31 Mar 12	14 Apr 12	1463£ 1463	0-	0-	1 Week
Mid Season	14 Apr 12	30 Jun 12	1116£ 1116	0-	0-	3 Nights
High season	30 Jun 12	1 Sep 12	1463£ 1463	0-	0-	1 Week
Mid Season	1 Sep 12	29 Sep 12	1116£ 1116	0-	0-	3 Nights
Low Season	29 Sep 12	22 Dec 12	924£ 924	0-	0-	2 Nights
High Season (Christmas)	22 Dec 12	5 Jan 13	1463£ 1463	0-	0-	1 Week

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

2 Night Hire

5 Jan 2011 - 1 April 2011 - £380.00

Three Night Hire - Low Season

Wednesday and Saturday Nights Only

5 Jan - 1 April and 1 Oct - 20 Dec - £465.00

Three Night Hire - Mid Season

Wednesday and Saturday Nights Only

2 April - 15 April 11 and 30 April and 27 May 11 - £558.00

*A maximum of two dogs will be accomodated at a charge of £10 per dog.

Availability

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4 years listed You are contacting Nicola Lucas Landline n/a Mobile n/a Languages spoken The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2007. This fort has so far received 0 reviews.

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