Vacation Rental Description
Detached stone cottage and barn conversion which has recently been renovated to a high standard. The property is situated in a quiet hamlet of a few houses and is surrounded by open meadows, hills and forests. The ground floor consists of a large lounge (8x5m), fabulous well equipped kitchen (7x4m) and a further reception room (30sq m) still needing a few finishing touches that makes for a brilliant children's playroom. It retains a wealth of original features. On the first floor is the master bedroom with en-suite facilities, separate dressing area and access to a balcony and a further large double bedroom and separate house bathroom with shower and roll top bath. On the second floor there are two further double bedrooms and a twin bedroom. Outside is a large patio area, BBQ and grounds of over an acre.
Further details:
The property is a great place to unwind with walking or cycling in the immediate vicinity or take advantage of the many activities and attractions locally. Labyrinthe Geant (lots of fun can be had at this maze of over four kilometres with quiz clues to help you round).
Horse riding at St Dizier Leyrenne.
Bosmoreau le Mines - velorail on 10kms of disused railway track.
Arbre de Arbre at Lac Vassiviere, a treetop adventure course (not for the faint hearted) with 7 different runs for different age/height groups.
The Mont de Gueret has 60kms of mountain bike tracks and walks to suit everyone
Wolf park at Gueret is worth a visit.
Also there are a number of historic villages and towns. There are a number of markets in the area selling local produce.
Facilities
- Cable Satellite
- Dishwasher
Electric Oven, Four Hobs, Toaster, Large Table & Chairs, Iron & Board, Cot, High Chair, Barbecue
Living Rooms: The lounge is comfortably furnished and has a large fireplace with log burner, sofas and arm chairs. TV set with UK freeview and DVD player. Dining table and chairs. There is a large dresser/bookcase with a selection of books and games.
Other: The second reception room is partly furnished and makes a great children's play room, or a great reading room.
The property operates a no smoking policy internally!
Not suitable for wheelchair users.
Outside: Large patio area with stone steps to garden with large table and BBQ. Fantastic views across the valley. Grassed area for ball games. Orchard to side of garden.
Activities
Coast/Beach: Number of choices for rivers and lakes. Nearest swimming lake is at St Dizier Leyrenne with small beach approx 5 mins by car.
Far greater water/beach facilities at Lac Courtille, Gueret about 25 mins away by car. Includes paddling pool with fountain, children's play area, extensive trim trail, BBQ area, water sport facilities and cafe. Great children's club runs July/August with numerous activities.
Lac Vassiviere is even better with numerous beaches and water sports, about 40 mins away.
Golf:
Golf de Bourganeuf, 9 holes. Said to be the most difficult compact course in France.
Golf de la Porcelaine, 18 holes. Undulating course with picturesque views, wooded, with water hazards. Par 72 yardage 6035.
Golf de Mortemart, 18 holes. Yardage 5782.
Golf de Chammet, 9 holes. Yardage 2670. A natural undulating course.
Travel Options
- Travel Info: Approximately 400 miles drive from channel ports.
Nearest airport is Limoges which is about 1 hours drive away.
Flights from East Midlands, Stansted, Liverpool, Bournemouth, Southampton, Leeds and Edinburgh.
TGV train to Limoges and La Souterraine (about 25 minutes away).