Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or fewer) House-swap
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car advised Nearest amenities: 0.25 km
Notes:
No pets allowed Not suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Late deal: 21 Nov 2009 to 19 Dec 2009. £225 per week.
Home description
A luxury escape set on the outskirts of a village within walking distance of shops and restaurants. Perfect for a romantic getaway or to hang out with family and friends. Ideally situated for château and wine tours with lakes, rivers and landscapes to explore. The area has been zoned as a Unesco World Heritage site and there's plenty to see and do for all ages.
There are countless leisure activities including walking, horseriding, golf, water sports, cycling, visits to historic buildings and shopping and its only a couple of hours away from the beach.
Traditional stone cottage
Lounge with fireplace
Farmhouse kitchen
Master bedroom
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/22864
The Loire Valley / Maine-et-Loire region
The Loire is known as the 'Garden of France' thanks to its temperate climate and abundant local produce.
Saumur, 20 minutes away is a famous château town with spectacular river views, boutiques, restaurants, theatre, bars and historic buildings, as well as a superb market on Saturdays. It is the home of the national French riding school and the French cavalry who put on spectacular dressage shows throughout the year.
The region is steeped in history and provides many attractions with its museums, abbeys, medieval churches, cathedrals and troglodyte caves - all close by. This was the area of the Plantagenets - Henry II, Eleanor of Aquitaine and Richard the Lionheart are all buried nearby at Fontevraud Abbey. Joan of Arc and Rabelais have links to the château town of Chinon 30kms to the West.
You are ideally placed to visit all the vineyards of the region which produces light reds, white and rosé wines and most famously the Saumur sparkling wines which rival some of the best champagnes and for a fraction of the price.
There are endless options for eating out - you can sample delicious good value food in family run bars and restaurants or dine in luxury at one of the impressive châteaux.
For adults who are really kids at heart there is a fabulous zoo at Doué La Fontaine and there are 140 boules clubs in the area for those who want to hang out with the locals.
The rivers, lakes and forests accommodate those with outdoor interests. There are a wide range of watersports such as fishing, sailing, canoeing and swimming. There are also plenty of paths for cycling, walking and horse riding.
We have at least six first class golf courses in our area.
For those partial to 'retail therapy' there are a multitude of options from local markets and ‘brocantes’ to exclusive boutiques in the historic cities of Tours, Angers and Le Mans.
There are public swimming pools at Longué and Saumur where there is also a beach. There are plenty of local lakes for fishing and swimming, many of which have sandy beaches.
Vernantes area
Vernantes is a historic small town with two churches and a weekly market. There are bars and an excellent local restaurant and shops all within walking distance. There is a large supermarket a km from the property.
Close by are plenty of walks, riding and cycle paths and a lake just 4kms away with a sandy beach for swimming and fishing.
How to get there
There are loads of ways to reach us. You can fly via www.ryanair.com from Stanstead to Tours, via www.easternairways.com from Southampton to Angers and into Paris via various airlines where you pick up the TGV at the airport which takes 1hr 20 mins to Le Mans.
If you use the channel your closest options are Portsmouth to Caen or Le Harvre (www.brittanyferries.com or www.ldlines.com) it is then less than 3 hours to reach us. You can get great deals on www.ldlines.co.uk from Dover to Bologne (4hr 30mins from us and a quick 1 hour 45min crossing). Also from Dover to Calais there are several cheap ferries and Calais is 5 hrs from us.
You can also take the tunnel, www.eurotunnel.com from Folkestone to Calais and Eurostar to Lille and then TGV to Tours, Saumur or Le Mans.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Tours: 68 km
Railway:
Saumur: 20 km
Ferry:
Caen: 240 km
Activities near Vernantes
Sports: Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 4, Sleeps maximum of 4
Other:
Please check with the advertiser regarding linen and towels.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: The focus in on comfort and luxury and, although all the traditional features such as exposed stone walls, beams and fireplace have been preserved, there are all the modern amenities that you would expect of luxury accommodation designed to be a home away from home.
There is a huge fireplace in the living room and you'll find logs in the barn if the nights get a bit chilly (we also have gas central heating).
The big farmhouse kitchen has a table which comfortably seats six. There’s plenty of room to entertain and to sit and chat whilst watching whatever is on the hob.
There are two large bedrooms. The master bedroom has a double bed and the guest bedroom has two singles.
The bathroom also has an overbath shower
There are books, games, DVDs and satellite TV for those who want to spend a quiet night in.
Further details outdoors: You really are in your own little world in the secluded landscaped garden. In season you can help yourself to fresh fruit from the trees in the garden. We supply garden furniture so that you can make the most of your time outside and there is a terrace, barbecue and even an outside loo to save you missing anytime outside in the sunshine.
You access the property via a private drive and there is plenty of space to park.
Further details
Welcome pack provided on arrival English speaking owners live locally Will consider house swap
Conditions
No smoking Refundable breakages deposit of £100 required on arrival, to be refunded within two weeks of your departure (subject to satisfactory property inspection). Linen/Laundry fee of £35 per couple Sorry no pets Property not suitable for children under 12.
Rental rates
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The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Off season monthly rentals and short breaks available
Will consider house swap
£35 per couple linen/cleaning charge
Guestbook for Le Petit Champignon
‘Great stay in a fantastic gìte with lots of character’ ‘A week is not enough should have stayed for a fortnight’ ‘Enjoyed our stay in your gìte, its really lovely – so tasteful and comfortable’ ‘Everything we needed was here in your very well appointed gìte’ ‘Couldn’t find a more relaxing place’ We thoroughly enjoyed the secluded garden’ ‘A great place to spend a cozy Christmas. All you could want’
Availability
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Arrival/Departure dates
Late deal: 21 Nov 2009 to 19 Dec 2009. £225 per week.
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Contact details for the advertiser of home 22864
Name:
Sam Taylor
Tel:
+33 (0)241 520218
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