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19th Century Auvergnat Farmhouse with Pool in Tranquil Mountain Location

Farmhouse in France. Located Ronaye, near St Germain L'Herm

The Gite

$620 - $1,138 Per property per week

Ref: 148834

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"This is the 3rd gite we have chosen through French Connections and again we seem to have chosen wise..."

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Description

♦ 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 8

Suitability

♦ Non-smoking, Suitable for children, Touring motorcyclists welcome, Unsuitable for the elderly, Unsuitable for wheelchair access

Facilities

♦ Barbecue, Garden, Scenic views, Swimming pool (exclusive use)

  • Enclosed heated swimming pool
    Enclosed heated swimming pool
  • South-facing terrace (Gite to far end of property)
    South-facing terrace (Gite to far end of property)
  • Walled heated pool with views of Fayet Ronaye
    Walled heated pool with views of Fayet Ronaye
  • Set in one hectare of land amid forests and hills
    Set in one hectare of land amid forests and hills
  • Gite kitchen-dining room
    Gite kitchen-dining room
  • Cosy lounge with huge open fireplace
    Cosy lounge with huge open fireplace
  • Master bedroom
    Master bedroom
  • Main entrance to rear of gite
    Main entrance to rear of gite
  • Ronaye in winter (Gite to left of photo)
    Ronaye in winter (Gite to left of photo)
  • Chateau de Polignac near Le Puy en Velay
    Chateau de Polignac near Le Puy en Velay
  • Volcanoes of the Auvergne
    Volcanoes of the Auvergne
  • Medieval Ambert
    Medieval Ambert
  • South-facing terrace (Gite to far end of property)
    South-facing terrace (Gite to far end of property)
  • Sub-Alpine wildflowers in May
    Sub-Alpine wildflowers in May
  • large heated pool with sunloungers and terracing
    large heated pool with sunloungers and terracing

Home description

Where is it

Haute-Loire
 

Fully renovated traditional 19th century Auvergnat farmhouse, adjoining a barn and (unoccupied) owners house, with an enclosed private heated swimming pool and set in its own land of 1 hectare, including a small orchard.

Ronaye is a tranquil mountain community in the heart of the Livradois Forez Regional Park, one of the most unspoilt parts of France. It is 6km from the quiet market town of St Germain L'Herm, which has boulangeries, cafe, restaurant, mini-markets, tourist office, pharmacy etc.

Accommodation detail

Fully renovated pair of 19th century farmhouses now converted into an owners property (unoccupied) and a comfortable and cosy Gite, with adjoining barn between.

The Gite has

Full oil central heating, plus free use of log store for the huge open fireplace!

Outside:

Externally there are two separate terraced areas for your exclusive use, with patio furniture and barbecue provided. The property also has its own private heated swimming pool enclosed in a walled and terraced area (sunloungers provided) with views over the tranquil valley and forests of the Commune de Fayet-Ronaye. Set in one hectare of land, fronted by a small orchard (plums and apples).

About the location

Ronaye (near Fayet-Ronaye) is a typical Auvergnat property, consisting of two farmhouses and an adjoining barn. It is a mountainous region, situated at an altitude of 1000m and located in a small hamlet (also called Ronaye, and consisting of about a dozen houses and a tiny but beautiful chapel). 6km away is the tranquil market town of St Germain L'Herm, with a seasonal tourist office, 2 boulangeries, a boucherie, 2 bars and a restaurant.  There is also a pharmacy, newsagent and two mini-markets selling fruit, vegetables, foodstuffs, wine etc.

Ronaye is in the heart of the Livradois Forez Regional park in the Auvergne. The region is unspoilt and is magnificent country for walking, with many wooded trails through the forests. There is abundant bird and wildlife, including kites and other birds of prey and frequent visits from wild boar during the night. During May, the meadows surrounding Ronaye are carpeted with wildflowers.

The area has many unspoilt villages with beautiful Romanesque churches – notably Issoire (a pretty market town with all amenities) and medieval Ambert, famous for its cheese (Fourme D’Ambert) and its ancient working paper mill. Both are around 30 minutes drive from Ronaye. The Abbey of La Chaise Dieu is a similar distance and also well worth a visit. Further afield, the world heritage city of Le Puy en Velay (about 60 minutes drive) is a must-see, while the regional capital Clermont Ferrand (also 60 minutes away) has a beautiful cathedral and medieval quarter.

See Local guide and map for information on nearby towns and facilities.

How to get here

Nearest airports are Lyon (BA and Easyjet) - approx 220km, Rodez (Ryanair) - 240km, and Limoges (Ryanair) - approx 300km.

The nearest mainline rail station is Clermont Ferrand, which is around  an hour's drive away.

The most convenient ferry port when travelling from the UK is Caen (about 700km) - this is a lovely drive through the heart of France, heading from Caen through Le Mans to Orleans, then taking the A71 motorway south past Clermont Ferrand to Issoire. Turn off at Issoire following signs to St Germain L'Herm, and Ronaye is around 6km from St Germain.

See Local guide and map for information on nearby towns and airports.

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Reviews

Mike and Judith Taylor
3/9/09

This is the 3rd gite we have chosen through French Connections and again we seem to have chosen wisely. House and pool beautifully maintained - many thanks to the maintenance team.

4/5

 

Jackie Ball
3/23/09

Lovely gite! Finished to a very high standard and probably the best we've stayed in. 

4/5

 

Simon and Diane Babbage
11/22/09

The gite and its setting are idyllic and we've spent most afternoons in the pool, which is superb! Our visits to Issoire, Usson, Parentignat, Ambert, Puy en Velay and wandering around the small local villages have been great. We loved the drives through the forest and saw lots of wildlife. Thanks very much for the fantastic holiday.

5/5

 

Richard and Jeanette Cassidy
11/22/09

Fantastic gite. Wonderful surroundings! Swimming was enjoyed by all. Games room fab. Lots of towns and villages visited - very pretty. Puy de Dome was breathtaking! It was really nice to have a games room, we could all relax in the evening and play a game of pool/ping pong....will definitely recommend this gite.

5/5

 
 

Facilities

Facility Details
TypeFarmhouse (Self-catering)
Bedrooms 2 double, 1 twin
Spare beds 3
Bathrooms 2 bathroom(s)
Separate toilets 2
Capacity 8
Living Area150 m²
SuitabilityNon-smoking, Suitable for children, Touring motorcyclists welcome, Unsuitable for the elderly, Unsuitable for wheelchair access
Changeover day Saturday
Facility Details
Internal facilities Board Games, CD player, Central heating (oil), DVD player, Exclusive rental, Games console, Hairdryer, Hi-fi system, Owner not on site, Radio, TV, VCR, Video games, Wood burning fire or stove
Kitchen facilities Dishwasher, Electric oven, Fridge-Freezer, Gas hob, Ironing facilities, Microwave, Washing machine
Other

Large open fireplace in lounge, stone/granite walls and timber-beamed ceilings throughout, many original features retained.
External features on site Barbecue, Garden, Scenic views, Swimming pool (exclusive use)
Other

Two terraces with barbecue facilities, sunloungers and outdoor furniture. There is good fishing in the many streams and rivers in the area (notably the Allier, well-known for its salmon and trout fishing).

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Availability & rates

Changeover day: Saturday

Availability last updated on: - Monday, February 6, 2012

Rates

7 June 2011 - 22 July 2011 £495.00 per property per week
(€589 $777)
23 July 2011 - 2 September 2011 £725.00 per property per week
(€863 $1138)
3 September 2011 - 16 September 2011 £495.00 per property per week
(€589 $777)
17 September 2011 - 16 December 2011 £395.00 per property per week
(€470 $620)
17 December 2011 - 6 January 2012 £495.00 per property per week
(€589 $777)
7 January 2012 - 30 March 2012 £425.00 per property per week
(€506 $667)
31 March 2012 - 20 July 2012 £495.00 per property per week
(€589 $777)
21 July 2012 - 31 August 2012 £725.00 per property per week
(€863 $1138)
1 September 2012 - 21 December 2012 £425.00 per property per week
(€506 $667)
22 December 2012 - 4 January 2013 £495.00 per property per week
(€589 $777)
 

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Patrick Walker

(Advertising since February 2008)

Tel: + 61 (0)447228599

Languages spoken by owner French, English

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