The shared pool at Les Hiboux cottages (1/12)
La Vieille Maison terrace, Poitou-Charentes (2/12)
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La Vieille Maison
Gite Ref: 04823
- Sleeps 6
- Self Catering
- 3 Bedrooms
- No Smoking
- 2 Bathrooms
- Pets Considered
- Family friendly
Tranquil location
No hidden costs - Car essential
Changeover
Saturday
Nearest Airport: Poitiers (60km)
Description
Les Hiboux consists of a fully restored 18th century farmhouse and three cottages, all with limestone walls and tiled roofs in the Charentaise style. The property is situated in a small tranquil farming hamlet with outstanding views, in rural Poitou-Charentes, 5 km from the market town of Chef Boutonne.
La Vieille Maison can accommodate up to 6 guests in 3 bedrooms. On the ground floor is a fully fitted kitchen with dishwasher and washing machine. Through an archway is the lounge/diner with a functioning wood-burning stove in the fireplace, and an oak table which can easily seat 6. The lounge area has a sofa and 2 armchairs with TV and DVD player plus a small stereo. A door leads out onto the terrace and then out into the shared garden. There is also a shower room on the ground floor. The house has 3 bedrooms, 1 double and 2 twins plus an additional shower room.
Each of the houses has its own terrace, with patio furniture for al fresco eating and there is a communal barbecue area. The homes look onto the courtyard, which is at the end of a short driveway and has plenty of parking space.
In the 3 acres of enclosed gardens, at the back of the properties, there are picturesque views of the surrounding countryside. The 4 properties share a 5mX10m swimming pool. It has steps leading down into the water and is surrounded by a terraced area which is ideal for sunbathing. For safety, the pool is surrounded by a wall with a lockable self-closing gate.
In the formal area, trees and flowerbeds surround a gated and fenced pond, and there is a boules pitch.
There are a great many activities on site for both children and adults. A games room is available just off the courtyard, with table tennis, table football, a pool table and outdoor sports equipment. There are two fields, the first of which has a childrens area with swings, a slide, football goal posts and a large sunken trampoline. The lower field is left as a wildlife habitat, with a pathway cut around the perimeter, which leads to a childrens cabin.
Truly a holiday haven.
Location of holiday rental near Chef Boutonne, Deux-Sevres, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
| Holiday Type: | Rural, Historic/Sightseeing, Family |
| Nearest Airport: | Poitiers La Rochelle Limoges |
60km 90km 130km |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest Railway Station: | Niort | 40km |
| Nearest Ferry Port: | St Malo | 380km |
| Nearest Bus Station: | Niort | 40km |
| Nearest Beach: | La Rochelle | 90km |
| Nearest Pub/Restaurant: | Chef Boutonne | 5km |
Location description
Les Hiboux is situated in the hamlet of Crezieres which is a 10 minute drive to Chef Boutonne with all necessary amenities. Chef Boutonne 5km. Melle, Brioux-sur-Boutonne and Sauze-Vaussais all 20 mins. Niort for major hypermarkets and commercial centre, 40mins. It is just over an hours drive to the city of Poitiers, which has a great range of shops and Futuroscope, the theme park of the moving image. Vallee des Singes is an excellent day out for younger families; it is about 45 minutes drive. Tours are available of the silver mines at Melle, 20 minutes away. It is an hour and a half to the city of La Rochelle, which has a large marina and a great aquarium. There are many excellent beaches near La Rochelle, especially those on Ile de R. The town of Cognac, home of brandy producers such as Remy Martin and Hennessy, is also within a 60-minute drive. The Marais Poitevin has a labyrinth of canals which can be explored by boat. The weather in this region is exceptionally good, benefiting from the microclimate of the Vende coast, which has Frances second highest number of sunshine hours per annum after the Cte dAzur.
Tourist attractions
Futuroscope at Poitiers. Aquarium at La Rochelle. Distilleries at Cognac.
Puy de Fou - 2 hr drive for an amazing day out.
Directions
Airports - Poitiers (1hr), La Rochelle (1.5hr), Limoges (2hr) or Tours (2hr) from Stansted. From Birmingham, Dublin or Southampton to La Rochelle, with Ryanair. Bristol to La Rochelle with Easyjet. Gatwick to Nantes (2hr drive) with BA/Air France. Bristol to Bordeaux (2hr) Flybe.
Car hire available at all airports.
Train, Eurostar Waterloo via Lille (or Paris) to Poitiers.
Drive, Eurotunnel to Calais (7.5hr drive).
Ferry, St Malo (5hr drive), Caen (5.5hr), Cherbourg, Le Havre, or Roscoff (all 7hr drive). Ferry to Calais (7.5hr drive).
Accommodation, Facilities and Services
| Suitability: | No Smoking, Pets Considered |
| General: | Internet Access, Stairgate, Sports equipment, Bicycles, Hairdryer Games rooms, sunken trampoline, swings and childrens cabin. Free wifi. |
| Bedrooms: | 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6 1 Double/s, 2 Twin/s, 1 Cot/s (L'Hibou sleeps 10 in 4 en-suite bedrooms. Le Noisetier and La Vieille Maison sleep 6 guests. La Grange sleeps up to 12 guests.) |
| Bathrooms: | 2 Bathroom/s 2 Shower/s, 2 Wash basin/s, 2 Toilets/s (L'Hibou 5 shower/bath rooms. Le Noisetier and La Vieille Maison 2 shower rooms each. La Grange 3 bath/shower rooms.) |
| Lounge: | Seating for 5 people TV, CD Player, Radio, DVD Player, Tape player, Board Games, Books/Magazines |
| Dining Area: | Seating for 6 people , High chair All houses have adequate seating for all guests, both indoors and out. Highchairs available. |
| Kitchen/Utility: | Oven, Hob, Grill, Fridge, Freezer, Microwave, Kettle, Toaster, Dishwasher, Washing machine, Ironing board, Iron Hairdryer |
| Outdoors: | Swimming Pool, BBQ, Shared garden, Terrace, Sunloungers, Patio table, Patio chairs, Sunshade |
| Access: | Car essential, Off road parking, Private car park, Stairs |
| Services: |
Linen provided, Towels provided, Cleaning included, Laundry included, Babysitting Guests to provide own pool towels. Babysitting by arrangement. |
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Rates
| Period | Weekly | Minimum Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Low season 6 person gite 2019 | £350 | 2 Days |
| Mid season 6 person gite 2019 | £650 | 2 Days |
| Peak season 6 person gite 2019 | £950 | 7 Days |
Please Note: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion. Currency conversions are not guaranteed to be accurate.
Deposit/Booking Notes
All prices include utilities, linen and towels and taxes.
No hidden extras.
Changeover in peak season Saturday. Short breaks and long lets available. Contact us for details.
20% deposit payable on booking. Remainder 12 weeks before.
Cash, cheque, Paypal or bank transfers.
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Owner Details
Owner Name:
Tim or Ellen
Property Ref:
04823
Languages Spoken:
English and French
Preferred Contact Method:
Enquiry Form
Primary Telephone:
+33 549 07 70 64
Secondary Telephone:
+33 616 06 62 91
Owner joined website:
26 January 2012
Property listed since:
31 January 2012
Link to owners website:
www.leshiboux.com
Please mention theholidaylet.com and be aware of time differences if making contact by phone.
Owner Details
Owner Name: Tim or Ellen
Property Ref: 04823
Languages Spoken: English and French
Preferred Contact Method: Enquiry Form
Primary Telephone: +33 549 07 70 64
Secondary Telephone: +33 616 06 62 91
Owner joined website: 26 January 2012
Property listed since: 31 January 2012
Link to owners website: www.leshiboux.com
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