Vacation Rental Description
The Gite (12 person) has 6 bedrooms, 2 being en suite the other 4 sharing a large family bathroom. There is a magnificent sitting room salon with a huge fireplace (chimney) where 12 people can relax or watch TV in comfort. The kitchen is adjacent to the dining room and is well equipped with large 6 burner range, dishwasher, microwave fridge and ample work space. The dining room is located is a new addition to the house connecting with the kitchen and providing spacious dining space for 12 people.
The house is situated at the end of a lane in a small hamlet just 2km from the village of Le Compeix. The house sits in 1/2 hectare of of lawns and gardens. The location is ideal for all outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, fishing, bird watching and all water activities at the magnificent Lac de Vassiviere just 10 km away.
In addition to the 12 person gite we can offer a smaller 7 person gite and an even smaller "Fournil" or converted bake house (smal independant stone house with garden)ideal for a couple and 2 preteen children, all on the same site. For further details of these alternative properties at La Borderie please contact the owners directly.
Facilities
Cable Satellite
Cooking Utensils
Dishwasher
Dryer
DVD
Garage
Heating
Kitchen
Linen Service
Microwave
Open Fire
Amenity Parking
Refrigerator
Sterio
TV
Washer
The predominant activity in our area is forestry and the pine forests of the Creuse are some of the largest in France. Wild life including deer, pine martin, otter, wild pig is abundant in the forest. Exploring the wonderful unspoiled countryside which surrounds La Borderie on foot or bycycle is therefore a unique experience and not to be missed. A very popular activity now is the Arbe en Arbe treetop assault course constructed 2 years ago which is an exciting and challenging day for all the family. Local markets at Bouganeuf (wednesdays) and Royere (Tuesdays) are well worth a visit.
The climate in winter is harsh with frequent snow but Summers will normally be hot and an extended Autumns allows mushroom gatherers to reap an abundant harvest of Ceps and Chanterelles. Leave the traffic behind you and enjoy the peace calm and tranquillity of one of the most unspoilt regions in all of Europe!
Activities
Adventure Sports
Biking
Boating
Cinema
Fishing
Horse Riding
Kayaking
Mountain Biking
Restaurant
Sailing
Rafting
Water Skiing
Water Sports
Royere de Vassiviere is a delightful little town which comes alive in Summer as the French and increasingly now the British flock to the lake to enjoy water sports of every type. The many beaches on the lake never feel crowded as the sheer size of the lake, 35 kms in circumference mean that one can always find a secluded spot. There is a boat which offers lake "cruises" which includes lunch and frequently an accordionist who will play for dancing.
There is a very good bar at Royere which has live bands most weekends in the summer and also a shop selling local produce. Aubuson and Fellitan 20kms from us are the traditional centres of tapestry weaving in France and guided tours of workshops and museum visits are well worth while.