Vernantes holiday cottage rental, Mouliherne with walking, beach/lake nearby, log fire, balcony/terrace, internet access, rural retreat

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La Petite Bijou Cottage (cottage)

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A Romantic luxury Cottage , having all the traditional features of exposed stone walls, beams and a large fireplace which has been tastefully restored there are all the modern amenities that you would expect of luxury accommodation designed to be a home from home experience. So easy to explore our beautiful region from here as your base.

Romantic Luxury Cottage and Countryside Retreat - Patio - BBQ	Tres Comfortable Lounge with Comfy Leather Suite
Romantic Bedroom with Unusual Sleigh Bed	Lazy Lunchtime Al Fresco Style Terrace Sipping Local Wine

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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, approx 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 selling local cheeses and fresh vegetables.

Saumur is also home to the national French riding school and the French cavalry who put on spectacular dressage shows throughout the year, for nearly two centuries the cavaliers of the Cadre Noir have been the pride of this city. Major international competitions, of all equestrian pursuits, are regular occurrences in this wonderful place.

The Chateau of Saumur ,15th century home of the Anjou kings, dominates Saumur (from its hilltop setting it really is a fairytale Chateau) Begun by Louis XI in 1246, it is a rare example of 14th century architecture, a style that evolved at the end of the Middle Ages and ushered in the Renaissance.

Angers
The Maine river flows peacefully at the foot of the imposing Chateau d'Angers, which, together with the towering Cathedral, is the centre of the Old Town and its half-timbered houses. The world most popular liqueur, Cointreau, is produced in Angers. Moreover, Anjou boasts a great number of wine producers offering wine tasting of the delightfully diverse local production.

There are lovely walking streets filled with bistros and boutiques. On a Saturday morning there are markets where you will find everything from local cheeses and all sorts of local delicacies to sample there are items to buy from Parisian shoes , handbags, clothes stunning and artwork. Why not mix country life with chic cities, whilest mingleing with the locals.

Baugé
In the 15th century, Baugé was the favourite residence of Yolande of Aragon, mother of the future King René, who also liked to hold court here. The Château of Baugé, which has an elegant spiral staircase, now houses a museum (featuring china, weapons and old coins) Also on display is the famous Cross of Anjou, a precious relic brought from Constantinople in the 13th century.

Fontevraud
Extending over nearly 37 acres, Fontevraud is the largest group of monastic buildings anywhere in Europe.
Of the five abbeys founded in the 11th century, only three still exist. The English Plantagenet Kings chose Fontevraud as their final resting place and the recumbent figures of Henry II, Eleanor of Aquitaine, Richard the Lionhearted and Isabel of Angoulême can be admired in Abbey Church.

Vernantes / Mouliherne area

We also have in the region the zoo at Doué La Fontaine and La Fleche , there are also 140 boules clubs in the area for those who want to be 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.

There are public swimming pools at Longué and Saumur where there is also a beach. There are plenty of local lakes for fishing (easy to get a permit in the local tabac) also for swimming, many of which have sandy beaches.

How to get there

G.P.S Details - 47.454979 0.016072 - Lat 47:27:17N Lon 0:0:17W.

This is a choice of different ways to reach us.

You can fly via www.ryanair.com from Stanstead to Tours, or via Eastern Air from Southampton to Angers Marce which is 20 mins from here. Car Hire Avaliable online when booking flights..

If you prefer to fly direct into Paris via various airlines where you pick up the TGV at the airport which takes 1hr 20 mins to Le Mans. Car Hire Avaliable online when booking flights..

If you use the channel crossing your closest options are Portsmouth to Caen or Le Harvre (www.brittanyferries.com or www.ldlines.com) it is approx less than 3 hours to reach us. You can get good deals on www.speedferries.com from Dover to Bologne (4hr 30mins from us and a quick 50min 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.

Activities near Vernantes

Facilities

Further details indoors:
There is a huge traditional fireplace in the dining room with a fantastic log burner which throws out lots of heat, just ask about the logs and we will point you in the right direction, we also have electric heating.

The farmhouse kitchen has an antique oak farmhouse table and antique elm chairs which comfortably seats six. There’s plenty of room to entertain and enjoy your aperitif and nibbles , when cooking in the kitchen. In France the family spend all there time around the kitchen table catching up on all the news of the day..

There are two bedrooms upstairs please see pictures. The master bedroom has a double iron sleigh bed with a two seated settee and antique Chest of Drawers the guest bedroom has two singles.

The bathroom which is fully tiled has a large luxury shower with an antique vanity unit full marble to the top and impressive mirror above. This was acquired from a châteaux.

There are plenty of books, TV Videos and DVD player and satellite TV for those who want to spend a night in maybe sipping the local wine.

Further details outdoors:
Mouliherne is a historic small village with church and large lake for fishing etc. There is a bar in the village with shop post office, hairdresser, doctor and an excellent restaurant in Mopuliherne and Vernantes. There is a large supermarket a 2km from the property. Close by are plenty of walks, riding and cycle paths etc.

Further details

• A welcome pack is provided on arrival this includes a bottle of wine...
• English owner

Conditions

• Strictly No Smoking Policy
• Refundable breakages deposit of £100, to be refunded within 14 days of your departure (subject to satisfactory property inspection)
• Linen/Laundry Towels if required at an additional cost, please ask
• Cleaning Service is also offered at an additional cost
• Sorry no pets as we have one adorable dog, Paddy

Rental rates

Prices for group size 4
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
June	1 Jun 09	1 Jul 09	399£ 399	0-	0-	1 Week
July-August	1 Jul 09	1 Sep 09	595£ 595	0-	0-	1 Week
September	1 Sep 09	1 Oct 09	365£ 365	0-	0-	1 Week
October-November	1 Oct 09	1 Dec 09	325£ 325	0-	0-	1 Week
December	1 Dec 09	20 Dec 09	345£ 345	0-	0-	1 Week
	20 Dec 09	10 Jan 10	500£ 500	0-	0-	1 Week

Prices for group size 3
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
	19 Jun 09	1 Jul 09	385£ 385	0-	0-	1 Week
	1 Jul 09	1 Sep 09	586£ 586	0-	0-	1 Week
	1 Sep 09	1 Oct 09	355£ 355	0-	0-	1 Week
	1 Oct 09	1 Dec 09	315£ 315	0-	0-	1 Week
	1 Dec 09	20 Dec 09	310£ 310	0-	0-	1 Week
	20 Dec 09	10 Jan 10	490£ 490	0-	0-	1 Week

Prices for group size 2
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
June	19 Jun 09	1 Jul 09	375£ 375	0-	0-	1 Week
	1 Jul 09	1 Sep 09	575£ 575	0-	0-	1 Week
	1 Sep 09	1 Oct 09	345£ 345	0-	0-	1 Week
	1 Oct 09	1 Dec 09	300£ 300	0-	0-	1 Week
	1 Dec 09	20 Dec 09	300£ 300	0-	0-	1 Week
	20 Dec 09	10 Jan 10	485£ 485	0-	0-	1 Week

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

• We will also except long term lets - contact me for further information.

• Please contact me for you holiday booking conformation and details 25% of the total is due on booking with your breakage deposit and the balance due 9 weeks before your holiday date.

Guestbook for La Petite Bijou Cottage

"We had such a great time in your beautiful gite. You made us so welcome and it was nice to dip into the life in rural France for a short while. We just loved the house with all its old charm but with your personal touches, a great combination. The local walks were terrific and re-discovering Saumur, and visiting Chaumond for the first time fantastic. We would recommend the drive between Saumur and Angers on the South Bank, very quiet, and totally un spoilt. What a lucky find you were. Best wishes" - Neil and Sally, Witney, Oxon. Sept 07

"We had a lovely holiday, the Loire Valley is beautiful and there is just so much to see and do that we shall have to make a ‘number’ of return trips. We found the people so friendly and the whole way of life such a wonderful escape from the hectic lives we lead at home. Petit Bijou is an enchanting cottage and makes for an idyllic holiday retreat, all your little touches make the whole experience feel extra special and made us feel quite spoilt. We will certainly recommend anyone thinking of a holiday in France to visit the Loire and to stay at Petit Bijou".

"We found Le Petit Bijou just about perfect; modern, cosy and just the ticket for a couple wanting a countryside retreat. We had a great time there. Of note we were well hosted, the local town was within walking distance and the principle house of which this was an annexe. There was chickens and ponies in the paddock. great for children. We visited stupendous chateaux, several wine cellars and a very unique mushroom museum; well recommended".

"Lovely property , very romantic with fire ablaze when we arrived and a lovely welcome pack to meet us after a long journey, well apprecatied. Many thanks, great week".

Thank you so much for your hospitality, we both loved the cottage and wish we had more time here. Ami Stevens USA May 2009

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Contact details for home 25402 Please mention Holiday Lettings
Name:	Jane Stiley
Tel:	+33 (0) 241405925
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Advertiser joined: Apr 2007 This Property added: Apr 2007