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Château La Gontrie
Situated in a property of 11ha surrounded by the vineyards and the forest , Château la Gontrie means a peaceful holiday home near Bordeaux , less than 20 minutes drive.
There are 4 home vacation rentals ,self catering, and a swimming pool from which you can enjoy the views of the forest and the vines.

Le Pigeonnier
Separated from the main building , « le Pigeonnier », divides its ground floor between a lounge room (with a TV), and a combined kitchen dining room equipped with a dish washer, washing machine, stove, oven, coffee machine, electric kettle and microwave; a room with a double bed, a room with a single bed . Each room is equipped with an en suite shower and toilet.

On the first floor you will find a room with a double bed, a room with a single bed, each room is equipped with an en suite shower and toilet.

Private garden, separated by a hedge with a view of the forest, and garden table and chairs with a barbecue for the summer.

Accommodation, Facilities and Services

Suitability:	Not suitable for infirm, No Smoking, No Pets
General:	Central heating, Bicycles, Hairdryer
Bedrooms:	4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6 2 Double/s with ensuite, 2 Twin/s with ensuite
Bathrooms:	4 Bathroom/s 4 Shower/s, 4 Wash basin/s, 4 Toilets/s
Lounge:	Seating for 6 people TV, CD Player, Radio
Dining Area:	Seating for 6 people , High chair On request
Kitchen/Utility:	Oven, Hob, Fridge, Freezer, Microwave, Kettle, Toaster, Coffee maker, Dishwasher, Washing machine, Ironing board, Iron
Outdoors:	Swimming Pool You use the private pool at your own risk. The pool has a fence around it. Children should be supervised at all times, as there is no safety warning systeme.
Access:	Car essential, Secure parking
Services:	Linen provided, Towels provided, Cleaning extra Cleaning service is not included in our prices and you are expected to leave your house in the same condition that you found it. If you don’t want to clean, a charge of 120 Euros for the "Pigeonnier " will be deduced from your bond.
Facilities in each room:	Hairdryer

Price quoted in £ Sterling

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Rates

Period	Weekly	Minimum Stay
Le Pigeonnier - Sleeps 6	-	-
01/01 - 16/04	€650.00	7 Days
16/04 - 11/06	€720.00	7 Days
11/06 - 09/07	€930.00	7 Days
09/07 - 20/08	€1,290.00	7 Days
20/08 - 10/09	€930.00	7 Days
10/09 - 22/10	€720.00	7 Days
22/10 - 17/12	€650.00	7 Days
17/12 - 31/12	€720.00	7 Days
*Concerning the low and winter season, 15% is to be added on the weekly or monthly rate, this represents water, electricity and heating.	-	-
For a location of 2 successive weeks, a 10 % discount on the second week will be given.	-	-

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Deposit/Booking Notes: - 25% of the amount have to be paid to secure the , in the week following the reception of the contract
- 75 % of the total amount has to be paid one month before to arrive
- A bond of 500 Euros, to be paid on arrival in cash and is refunded at the end of the stay .
Payment accepted by cheque in EUROS, or a bank transfer.
In event of a cancellation, the bond will be returned, but all other payments will be forfeited unless other tenants are found for the same period, and the same price.
We do advise you to buy a holiday insurance for last minute cancellation.

Location of holiday rental near Bordeaux, Aquitaine

Holiday Type:	Rural, Historic/Sightseeing, Town/City, Family
Local Activities:	Swimming/Watersports, Walking, Golf, Fishing, Horse Riding, Tennis, Cycling/Mountain Biking, Zoo, Local Market, Amusement/Water Park

Location description

Château La Gontrie is located in the middle of the wine region known as the “Premières Côtes de Bordeaux”, on the right bank of the Garonne river.
The area offers multiple possibilities for sightseeing and entertainment, all within thirty minutes to two hours drive : Bordeaux, France’s most beautiful regional city.

Other activities

We give a wine tasting and tour to our guest , the day after arrival. We also provide you with all the tourist information.
Bordeaux is a fascinating city wich has recently been classed by Unesco, there is plenty of sight seeing and tours available.
We can organize with our local Patissier cooking classes if that is in your interests or if you like horse ridding there is also a guide tour of half a day to a day which can be organized.

Local events

We have a big Market on wednesday in a town 10km from Saint Caprais which is worth a visit. If you arrive on the first sunday of the month Bordeaux closes the city to traffic and you rent out for free bicycles to visit the town.
The Bordeaux appellations organise open days with free visit and free wine tasting along the year.

Tourist attractions

Guided tours are available in English and the Maison du Vin offers wine tasting initiations.
France’s prime wine producing area. This includes the regions of Pomerol, St Emilion, Sauterne, Graves, and the Medoc – visit the châteaux and taste the wine. The town of Cognac is little more than a one hour drive away.
Historic sites to visit include: the medieval village of St Macaire; the beautiful châteaux in Cadillac; Roquetaillade; or Labrède, the home of the great writer/philosopher Montesquieu.
The ocean with its beaches, such as Lacanau. Here one can surf, swim or just enjoy the sound of the waves.
The Arcachon basin with its yachts, restaurants and famous oyster beds.
Pyla, the biggest sand dune in Europe – 110 metres high.
Four of the biggest fresh water lakes in France where you can swim or rent a boat.
The Landes, the biggest forest in Europe stretching from Bordeaux almost to the Spanish border.
Aqualand, a fun park with a wide range of water games and activities.
The La Palmyre Zoo, one of the most attractive zoos in France.
Dordogne and Perigord : 2 hours drive from the main sites.
For any further information : you can also contact the Bordeaux tourism Office.

Nearest Airport:	Mérignac Bergerac	30km 87km
Nearest Railway Station:	Gare Saint Jean	17km
Nearest Bus Station:	La Pastorale - Citram bus	20m
Nearest Beach:	Le Grand Crohot	80km
Nearest Pub/Restaurant:	Le Bellevue	5km

Directions

Our property being in the countryside, it is more suitable to rent a car to get around. Rental cars are available at the airport and train station.
Getting to Chateau La Gontrie : you can find a map on our website : http://www.chateaulagontrie.net/angl/location.php
If you do have a GPS the address is :
13 Cheminde Fosse Ferrière
town : Saint Caprais de Bordeaux
Bordeaux has a few low-cost airlines such as Ryanair, Flybe..etc your can fin all the information on this link : http://www.bordeaux.aeroport.fr/en/low-cost/low-cost-flights-bordeaux
You can also come through Bergerac, it's 1.5 hour drive through a nice countryside. Don't hesitate to contact us by e-mail if you need more information, we'll be happy to help you out.

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