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[post_content] => Gite du Lavande is on the borders of the Auvergne, Limousin and Centre Region, is ideally situated to explore an area full of history, charm and beauty.
Within half an hour's drive you can discover castles and chateaux, picturesque historical market towns and villages, swimming lakes with sandy beaches and cafés, woodland walks, and plenty of wonderful picnic sites.
Go a little further and you will get more of the same, in any direction.
However, there is no need to go very far. You could simply spend your holiday relaxing at "home" by the pool, sipping chilled local wine, reading your favourite books and cooking up a delicious BBQ in the evening. You'll go home feeling refreshed and happy whatever you choose to do.
Gite du Lavande has a private enclosed mature garden which also boasts an above ground swimming-pool , and views over the adjoining fields. the locality is ideal for walking, biking and swimming, or simply a place to relax within its tranquil rural surroundings. Chez Jabier also has the unique feature of having no street lights, making it ideal for star-gazers.
PRIVATE SWIMMING POOL - above ground approx 4.5m, ideal to cool off on a hot sumers day Beach towels can be provided. Inflatables provided.
PLAY GARDEN with playhouse, trampoline,sandpit and slide, outdoor games are available, badminton, boules etc. Enclosed and suitable to let dog off lead.
FLOWER & VEGETABLE GARDENS with edible herbs and salad crops in season, a selectin of herbs are available outside the gite.
Hiking and cycling direct from the door.
BEACHES and SWIMMING LAKES Three marvellous local swimming lakes (with fishing as well) within 20 to 35 minutes drive.All lakes have lifeguards in high season and swimming areas are cordoned off for safety, you can hire pedalos, canoes and rowing boats. At Sidiailles there is an adventure in the trees suitable for young and older and also a cafe on site.
GOLF Within 15 mins drive there is a superb international 18 hole course.One at Pouligny Notre Dame and another at Gouzon. There is also a spa at Poligny Notre Dame should you feel the need for a pampering treat.
CYCLING is very popular here in France and there are some excellent cycle routes.
FISHING there are numerous local fishing lakes, where you can get daily permits.
LOCAL CUISINE A wide variety of cuisine is available in our local towns and villages, with menus from 11 euros for 3 to 4 courses.
CHATEAUX and GARDENS and HISTORICAL SITES There are many fabulous places to visit - full details are in the gite
FAMILY ACTIVITIES There are numerous family activities to keep all the family amused, there are two adventure in the trees parks close by, laser shooting, bouncy castles and trampolines, Llama treking, Pony Treking, Zoo de Beauval is the largest zoo in Europe and well worth a visit, Le Pal is a zoo and theme park with rides for all ages a fantastic day out for all the family, Futuroscope is about 2hours drive away, again a fun packed day, closer to home there is the wolf park and giant maze at Guéret, Kayaking and electric boats at St Amand Montrond.
MARKETS Everyone wants to visit a traditional French Market, our closest are Boussac - Thursday morning, St Aout animal market - Tuesday morning, Chateaumeillant - Friday morning and La Chatre- Saturday morning.
Why not try your hand at bartering at one of the many brocantes held on weekend here in France, you will discover some beautiful villages and taste the true meaning of France. Children are well catered for with rides and games to keep them amused. Full details are available in the gite.
Accommodation description
Bedrooms:
Bedroom 1 with double bed,Bedroom 2 with twin beds.Cot can be provided on request.
Bathrooms:
Bathroom with multi jet shower, toilet & wash hand basin.
Kitchen:
Fully equipped kitchen. Gas hob & electric oven,fridge/freezer,microwave,kettle and toaster.
Dining room with table and chairs to sit at least 4 people & high chair.
Living Rooms:
Comfortable, yet retaining a wonderful French charm, you will find two seater setee with two armchairs, tv and dvd with selection of dvds. Wood burining fire which is great any time of year. First basket of logs included in the rental price.
Cleaning/Towels/Linen/Maid service:
The property is cleaned to a high standard on the morning before you arrive. Fresh linen & towels are provided for your stay.
Your comfort is our goal. We have created restful retreat that you can think of as your home away from home when you're in the a
Amenities/Facilities:
Barbecue, Private Pool, Parking, Garden.
Fridge/Freezer, Hob/Stove, Iron, Microwave, Oven.
Cot, High Chair, Internet Access, Room Fans, Satellite, TV.
Location Type:
Lake, Rural.
Accessibility
The property is unsuitable for anyone with mobility problems as it is set on two floors and steps to enter the cottage.
Outside
There is a private small garden to the side of the gite ideal for sunbathing and relaxing, a patio to the front with table, chairs, parasol and BBQ, plus off road parking.
In the main garden you have use of the above ground pool, a play area for younger children including slide & sandpit.
Important notes on accommodation
Secured enclosed parking All linen/towels are provided and changed weekly. TV, DVD & CD player. WiFi free connection. Good selection of books, DVDs, CDs and garden games. BBQ Logs available for the woodburner Cycle track and vineyards are on the doorstep. Plenty of maps, walking guides and information leaflets available in the cottage. Babysitting is available at an extra charge with a fully qualified NNEB/ RGN, Bookings for restaurants can be arranged free of charge and if you would like to enjoy an evening out without the worries of driving, a service can be arranged at an extra charge. We just hope you will have a wonderful, happy holiday with us at Gite du Lavande.
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[post_content] => The Stables has 5 bedrooms - one double with kingsize bed, 3 double/twins (doubles are superking size beds) and one twin (with bunk beds). There are also 2 shower-rooms with WCs, a large modern fitted kitchen (with dishwasher), living/dining room, garden area to the front with teak garden furniture and large barbecue, and a private, enclosed courtyard garden to the rear.
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[post_content] => The Cottage has 3 bedrooms - one double with superking size bed; 1 triple room with bunk beds and a single bed; and 1 twin bedroom that can can either be a double (with superking) or 2 singles. There is also a shower-room with WC, a living/dining room with wood-burning stove, modern fitted kitchen (including dishwasher), garden area with garden furniture and a large barbecue.
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[post_content] => Rose Farmhouse is a four bedroom gîte, sleeping 8-12 people, at Les Hirondelles which is an old French farm, lovingly renovated over recent years to create self-catering holiday gîtes. It is set in two acres of lovely grounds overlooking a beautiful, unspoilt valley, with plenty of space for barbeques or to simply sit and relax.
We offer holidaymakers rustic French accommodation but with all the modern conveniences, including English TV and Wi-Fi. Each gîte has its own sunny terrace and there are large shared gardens, play area and 9m swimming pool.
Les Hirondelles is set in the small hamlet of St Civran in Indre department. It has a feel of being nicely off the beaten track while being easy to get to, and an ideal base for exploring the local area.
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[post_content] => This 4 bed holiday cottage with private pool and period features is available to rent every year from April to October. Well equipped and comfortable, it is close to all amenities, and has generous sleeping accommodation for 6.
The cottage is an ideal base for exploring the towns, chateaux, markets and peaceful countryside of the southern Loire Valley.
It overlooks open fields at the top of a pleasant hamlet and is almost the last house before the road becomes a path, winding down to the river where you can fish. The village of Ambrault with a cafe, restaurant, and baker, is 3 km away.
The uninterrupted views offer stunning sunrises and sunsets followed by clear dark skies unaffected by artificial light.
Get that night sky app and point it at the stars!
On the ground floor:
large open plan living area with ...
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fully fitted kitchen (including washing machine, tumble dryer, cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave)
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1 double bedroom with French windows leading to terrace overlooking the pool
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1 single bedroom
bathroom with bath and shower
separate toilet
utility room
computer with wi-fi (or you can use your own laptop)
Garden ...
Fully enclosed, gated and surrounded by conifers
Courtyard with carport
Terrace with table and chairs
Swimming Pool
Big grassy space for games
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[post_content] => A modest distance to the south east of Orleans and to the north of Sancerre and the Burgundy (Saint Fargeau and Pouilly), at the eastern end of the Valley of the Kings, at only 150 km south of Paris (1 hour only from Fontainebleau), on the banks of the river Loire between Gien (bone china factory) and Briare (Canal Bridge), this apartment (approx. 70 m2 and apart from the main houses) is located on the ground floor of the former stabbles comprises 2 bedrooms with a king size bed and 1 single bed, a large living room, a kitchen (refridge+deep freeze, electric stove, microwave oven, dishes washer, dishes, etc.) and a bathroom (bathroom and wc, washing-machine). Furnished with quality antique furniture. A private entrance faces the south with private parking and small garden with barbecue and garden furniture
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[post_content] => This newly renovated barn with panoramic views over rural countryside, offers guests spacious accommodation boasting exposed beams, characterful stone walls and secluded private gardens. 2 bedrooms, bathroom and separate WC open plan kitchen, dining, mezzanine. Step out onto your spacious balcony and enjoy the stunning views whilst having breakfast or an aperitif.
You too can enjoy The Good Life in our converted barn where we will do all we can to ensure you experience a relaxing, rewarding and enjoyable holiday in the heart of rural France.
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[post_content] => The gîte (luxury self-catering accommodation) is on the ground floor and has one very large bedroom (Queen-size bed) with an en-suite bathroom (shower, toilet, washing machine), a spacious living room with leather sofa & chair and large fully-equipped kitchen with dining area. Authentic Henri II and French provincial furniture. Manuy historical features including cabochon from Chartres cathedral and bread oven. Very well appointed. Sheets, towels, bathrobes, kitchen essentials provided. Closed courtyard including parking and al fresco dining in front of the house surrounded by flowering trees and shrubs. Bikes available. For safety reasons, it is not suitable for children. Very quiet.
[post_title] => Closerie Falaiseau
[post_excerpt] => Loire Valley Authentic Country Cottage for 2 built in 1584 near all the famous châteaux.
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[post_content] => 'La Laiterie' is a large (2000 sq ft), well equipped gite that easily accommodates ten people and provides all that you need to really enjoy your holiday.
GROUND FLOOR
Lounge:
A large open plan lounge with three settees and comfortable seating for ten people. UK and French Satellite TV, Play Station and games, DVD player, CD player, an extensive range of Cd's and access to a large DVD library. Books and games are provided and there is high speed Wifi internet access throughout the gite. French doors open out onto your own private garden.
Kitchen:
Off the lounge the kitchen is fully equipped to a high standard including a dishwasher, gas cooker, large fridge freezer, microwave and grill.
Dining area:
Complete with a very large table, with seating for 10 people.
Double bedroom:
A large double bedroom with a wardrobe, chest of drawers and double bed.
Bathroom:
Large bathroom with shower, separate bath, handbasin and toilet.
Utility room:
Washing machine and toilet.
FIRST FLOOR
A large double bedroom with double bed, air-conditioning unit, dressing table, chest of drawers and a built-in wardrobe.
A very large quad bedroom with four single beds, air-conditioning unit, wardrobe, dressing table and chest of drawers.
A twin bedroom with twin single beds, air-conditioning unit, wardrobe and chest of drawers.
All the bedrooms have fans and hair dryers.
Good family sized bathroom with shower, hand basin and toilet.
OUTSIDE
Your own large (2500 sq. ft) private fenced garden. South facing making it ideal to relax and catch the sun throughout the day. There is a barbecue, sun loungers, pergola and table and chairs to make the most of the 'al fresco' lifestyle.
From your private garden you can access the other gardens at Le Bouchet with the large heated shared pool (40ft x 18ft) with its own sun terrace and the field and games area.
Parking is at the front of La Laiterie in the large courtyard.
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The upper floor consists of two bedrooms, a double and a twin, with plenty of storage. The bathroom is completely new and includes a shower, washbasin and WC.
All linen and towels are included, together with cleaning costs.
There is a large gated car park at the front of the cottage.
The shared swimming pool and internet access are added advantages and are included in your holiday,
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[post_excerpt] => Lovely, renovated, well equiped cottage, with gardens and pool perfect for exploring the Loire.
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[post_content] => Gite du Lavande is on the borders of the Auvergne, Limousin and Centre Region, is ideally situated to explore an area full of history, charm and beauty.
Within half an hour's drive you can discover castles and chateaux, picturesque historical market towns and villages, swimming lakes with sandy beaches and cafés, woodland walks, and plenty of wonderful picnic sites.
Go a little further and you will get more of the same, in any direction.
However, there is no need to go very far. You could simply spend your holiday relaxing at "home" by the pool, sipping chilled local wine, reading your favourite books and cooking up a delicious BBQ in the evening. You'll go home feeling refreshed and happy whatever you choose to do.
Gite du Lavande has a private enclosed mature garden which also boasts an above ground swimming-pool , and views over the adjoining fields. the locality is ideal for walking, biking and swimming, or simply a place to relax within its tranquil rural surroundings. Chez Jabier also has the unique feature of having no street lights, making it ideal for star-gazers.
PRIVATE SWIMMING POOL - above ground approx 4.5m, ideal to cool off on a hot sumers day Beach towels can be provided. Inflatables provided.
PLAY GARDEN with playhouse, trampoline,sandpit and slide, outdoor games are available, badminton, boules etc. Enclosed and suitable to let dog off lead.
FLOWER & VEGETABLE GARDENS with edible herbs and salad crops in season, a selectin of herbs are available outside the gite.
Hiking and cycling direct from the door.
BEACHES and SWIMMING LAKES Three marvellous local swimming lakes (with fishing as well) within 20 to 35 minutes drive.All lakes have lifeguards in high season and swimming areas are cordoned off for safety, you can hire pedalos, canoes and rowing boats. At Sidiailles there is an adventure in the trees suitable for young and older and also a cafe on site.
GOLF Within 15 mins drive there is a superb international 18 hole course.One at Pouligny Notre Dame and another at Gouzon. There is also a spa at Poligny Notre Dame should you feel the need for a pampering treat.
CYCLING is very popular here in France and there are some excellent cycle routes.
FISHING there are numerous local fishing lakes, where you can get daily permits.
LOCAL CUISINE A wide variety of cuisine is available in our local towns and villages, with menus from 11 euros for 3 to 4 courses.
CHATEAUX and GARDENS and HISTORICAL SITES There are many fabulous places to visit - full details are in the gite
FAMILY ACTIVITIES There are numerous family activities to keep all the family amused, there are two adventure in the trees parks close by, laser shooting, bouncy castles and trampolines, Llama treking, Pony Treking, Zoo de Beauval is the largest zoo in Europe and well worth a visit, Le Pal is a zoo and theme park with rides for all ages a fantastic day out for all the family, Futuroscope is about 2hours drive away, again a fun packed day, closer to home there is the wolf park and giant maze at Guéret, Kayaking and electric boats at St Amand Montrond.
MARKETS Everyone wants to visit a traditional French Market, our closest are Boussac - Thursday morning, St Aout animal market - Tuesday morning, Chateaumeillant - Friday morning and La Chatre- Saturday morning.
Why not try your hand at bartering at one of the many brocantes held on weekend here in France, you will discover some beautiful villages and taste the true meaning of France. Children are well catered for with rides and games to keep them amused. Full details are available in the gite.
Accommodation description
Bedrooms:
Bedroom 1 with double bed,Bedroom 2 with twin beds.Cot can be provided on request.
Bathrooms:
Bathroom with multi jet shower, toilet & wash hand basin.
Kitchen:
Fully equipped kitchen. Gas hob & electric oven,fridge/freezer,microwave,kettle and toaster.
Dining room with table and chairs to sit at least 4 people & high chair.
Living Rooms:
Comfortable, yet retaining a wonderful French charm, you will find two seater setee with two armchairs, tv and dvd with selection of dvds. Wood burining fire which is great any time of year. First basket of logs included in the rental price.
Cleaning/Towels/Linen/Maid service:
The property is cleaned to a high standard on the morning before you arrive. Fresh linen & towels are provided for your stay.
Your comfort is our goal. We have created restful retreat that you can think of as your home away from home when you're in the a
Amenities/Facilities:
Barbecue, Private Pool, Parking, Garden.
Fridge/Freezer, Hob/Stove, Iron, Microwave, Oven.
Cot, High Chair, Internet Access, Room Fans, Satellite, TV.
Location Type:
Lake, Rural.
Accessibility
The property is unsuitable for anyone with mobility problems as it is set on two floors and steps to enter the cottage.
Outside
There is a private small garden to the side of the gite ideal for sunbathing and relaxing, a patio to the front with table, chairs, parasol and BBQ, plus off road parking.
In the main garden you have use of the above ground pool, a play area for younger children including slide & sandpit.
Important notes on accommodation
Secured enclosed parking All linen/towels are provided and changed weekly. TV, DVD & CD player. WiFi free connection. Good selection of books, DVDs, CDs and garden games. BBQ Logs available for the woodburner Cycle track and vineyards are on the doorstep. Plenty of maps, walking guides and information leaflets available in the cottage. Babysitting is available at an extra charge with a fully qualified NNEB/ RGN, Bookings for restaurants can be arranged free of charge and if you would like to enjoy an evening out without the worries of driving, a service can be arranged at an extra charge. We just hope you will have a wonderful, happy holiday with us at Gite du Lavande.
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