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Description of holiday duplex in Mortagne-sur-Gironde, Poitou-Charentes

* Modern, duplex holiday apartment with lift access and secure parking
* Sleeping just 2 people in one spacious bedroom; perfect for couples
* Superb waterfront location
* Beaches 10 minutes by car
* Restaurants within walking distance

Situated in a small building with lift access and brand new in 2010, this modern, duplex apartment forms part of an old mill conversion and enjoys stunning views across the Gironde Estuary and Mortagne harbour. It offers the perfect holiday rental for couples in the Charente Maritime, France.

Mortagne-sur-Gironde is a small, enchanting and picturesque port with the Gironde Estuary beyond, enjoying a wonderful backdrop of white, chalk cliffs. The nearest sandy beaches are just 15 minutes away by car at Meschers sur Gironde and there are restaurants just a few steps along the harbour.

Royan and St. George de Didonne are approximately 25 minutes by car, with La Rochelle and Bordeaux approximately an hour.

The Apartment: is South facing, and is located on the 3rd and 4th floors, with lift access. It commands stunning views to the front across the harbour, estuary and marshes, particularly in spring and autumn when the trees are not in leaf, and across the estuary to the rear. We accidentally stumbled on Mortagne in 2008 whilst on holiday, and instantly fell in love with the very typically French ambience; we bought the apartment to use as our own holiday home, not as a commercial venture, and it has been tastefully equipped and furnished with this in mind. Everything was brand new in 2010.

The living area is comfortably furnished with two sofas, one each to spread out on, and incorporates a dining area with table and chairs. There is underfloor LED lighting in the dining area,(see below) giving a tasteful ambience.

The ground floor is open plan with a newly fitted kitchen with 4 ring hob, microwave oven/grill, fridge with small freezer compartment, George Foreman grill, toaster and plenty of kitchen equipment. With such an awesome array of restaurants to choose from there is simply no need for a full size cooker! The cupboards are stocked with a good selection of basic provisions which you may need; herbs and spices, cooking oil, salt and pepper, and a selection of other items which you are free to use.
Stairs lead to the spacious bedroom with a very high, beamed ceiling; the bedroom has a nautical feel, with a new, king sized bed with comfortable mattress.

There is a very modern, en-suite bathroom, which is fitted with a washing machine, wc, basin, and a hydro-massage power shower with seat, and lots of storage space. The washing machine is located in the main bathroom, and for your convenience, there is a downstairs WC with handbasin.
The floors throughout are either tiled, natural wood or laminate, giving a clean, modern feel.

In sympathy with the building's heritage and protected status, there isn't a balcony, but every morning and evening you'll still want to swing open the windows at the front and take in the delightful views across the estuary and cliffs. Your "garden" is at the front, anywhere along the river, or on the grassed area, shaded by trees, where there is also a small cafe/bar which serves light snacks and a 'plat du jour' in the summer months.

Because the apartment is located in the top corner of the building there is no pedestrian traffic past the door, so this enables guests to sit out at the rear, where there is a small table and chairs, to take in the wine and drink in the sunset and spectacular views!

There is secure parking at the rear of the building
Along the quay, you will find 2 restaurants catering for most tastes, especially seafood. There is also a Pizzeria and Creperie, where you can have both sweet and savoury dishes. During the summer months, you can buy fresh bread, croissants, pain au chocolat, pastries, fresh fruit, fish and vegetables.

Accommodation, Facilities and Services

Suitability:	Not suitable for children or infirm, No Smoking, No Pets
General:	Beach equipment, Bicycles, Hairdryer
Bedrooms:	1 Bedrooms, Sleeps 2 1 Double/s with ensuite
Bathrooms:	1 Bathroom/s 1 Shower/s, 2 Wash basin/s, 2 Toilets/s There is an ensuite shower room with shower, basin and wc, and a separate wc downstairs
Lounge:	Seating for 4 people TV, DVD Player, Board Games, Books/Magazines, Selection of Films French TV available
Dining Area:	Seating for 4 people
Kitchen/Utility:	Hob, Grill, Fridge, Microwave, Kettle, Toaster, Coffee maker, Washing machine, Ironing board, Iron
Outdoors:	Balcony, Patio table, Patio chairs There is not a proper balcony, but a very small space to sit outside the door
Access:	Car essential, Off road parking, Secure parking, Private car park, Lift, Stairs
Services:	Linen provided, Towels provided, Cleaning included

Price quoted in £ Sterling

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Rates

Period	Weekly	Minimum Stay
January 1st to April 2nd 2011	£375.00	2 Days
April 2nd to June 25th 2011	£425.00	2 Days
June 25th to August 27th 2011	£600.00	2 Days
August 27th to October 29th 2011	£425.00	2 Days
October 29th to December 31st 2011	£375.00	2 Days

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Location of holiday rental in Mortagne-sur-Gironde, Poitou-Charentes

Holiday Type:	Beach, Lake/Riverside, Historic/Sightseeing
Local Activities:	Swimming/Watersports, Walking, Fishing, Horse Riding, Tennis, Cycling/Mountain Biking, Zoo, Local Market

Location description

Mortagne-sur-Gironde is a small, enchanting and picturesque port with the Gironde Estuary beyond, enjoying a wonderful backdrop of white, chalk cliffs. The nearest sandy beaches are just 15 minutes away by car at Meschers sur Gironde and there are restaurants just a few steps along the harbour.

Royan and St. George de Didonne are approximately 25 minutes by car, with La Rochelle and Bordeaux approximately an hour.

Along the quay, you will find restaurants catering for most tastes, especially seafood. There is also a Pizzeria and Creperie, where you can have both sweet and savoury dishes. During the summer months, you can buy fresh bread, croissants, pain au chocolat, pastries, fresh fruit, fish and vegetables.

Other activities

Boat and fishing trips available outside on the harbour, horse riding available in the village

Local events

Mortagne hosts a variety of events during the summer months, including huge Brocante fairs, soap box races, fetes, etc.

Tourist attractions

The area is most famous for Cognac, the Pinot grape and wine, and on nearly every country road you will have the opportunity to taste and buy if you wish.
La Rochelle: is about an hour to the North, allegedly one of the prettiest ports in France
The nearest sandy beaches are at Meschers, about a 15 minute drive.
Bordeaux: is less than an hour to the South
Talmont sur Gironde: Just a short drive away, is an enchanting small town with narrow winding streets, set on a promontory overlooking the estuary. One of the most visited places on the estuary, it has to be seen to be appreciated.
Meschers: A small town with a bustling port and harbour, offering a large selection of excellent and reasonably priced restaurants. It is also famous for its' Troglodyte caves. 5 superb sandy beaches are available here, but one is very secluded and difficult to access.

Nearest Airport:	La Rochelle Bordeaux Limoges	50km 85km 150km
Nearest Ferry Port:	Caen	250km
Nearest Beach:	Meschers sur Gironde	15km
Nearest Pub/Restaurant:	Chez Gigi	0.5km

Directions

Fly to La Rochelle with Ryanair, or Bordeaux with Easyjet.

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