Converted barn in Aube, France

Les Tourterelles details

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The swimming pool

The entrance and the boules game

Another view of the pool

Table tennis

The terrace

Terrace at the end of the Garden

View from terrace

Home description

Les Tourterelles (The Turtledoves) has been converted from an old timber framed barn into a building reminiscent of the medieval houses of Troyes.  It has been awarded 4 stars by the préfecture and 4 keys by Clévacances.  The large oak beams have been exposed wherever possible as have the limestone walls giving the rooms a certain charm.  The rooms are spacious.

It faces a courtyard, with the other barns and farmhouse and has its own private terrace with wooden table, chairs and parasol.

The terrace at the end of the garden is the ideal place for sitting and relaxing, enjoying the views across the fields to the forests, especially when the sun is setting.  Why not sit on the terrace and have an aperatif or dine al fresco?  A barbecue is available for your use.  The terrace by the swimming pool is good for playing table tennis and across on the other side is the boules pitch, under the shade of the large trees that separate our property from the farm next door. 

The swimming pool, approximately 17 m by 7m, is available and heated from May to September. Shelter and security is provided by a wall on three sides and a sun shelter on the fourth. Sunbeds with mattresses are available along the length of the pool together with large parasols for additional protection.

Accommodation detail

Twin bedroom

Twin bedroom

Double bedroom

The dining room

The living room

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• A large oven with hob is available for those who love cooking along with a fully equipped kitchen including Blender, Pressure cooker, Mixer etc
• In the large sitting room/dining room, a wood burner nestles in the chimney place providing additional heat and ambience if you so desire, there is TV, satellite and DVD.
• The main bedroom with an exposed stone wall has a king size bed and satellite TV along with ensuite bathroom with bath, shower, hand basin and toilet. 
• The second bedroom with double aspect windows has two single beds though is large enough to accommodate a third if requested. 
• A large shower room is available. 
• The third bedroom has french windows with a Juliette balcony and an en-suite shower room with toilet and hand basin and a hairdryer.

In front of the gite is a terrace with wood garden furniture and parasol.  Privacy is offered by the surrounding flower beds and trellis supporting climbing plants.

About the location

The Champagne Route - Les Tourterelles is 3km from the nearest vineyard in the Côte des Bar Champagne Region.  Sarah is able to provide a 'Maisons de Champagne' Tour including translation where required and driving you around so that you may concentrate on the champagne tasting and not worry about driving.
 
Great Lakes of the Fôret D'Orient - Each year a world fishing competion is held here, some of the many lakes in the area with with carp. The lakes provide for a great day out wth sandy beaches and protected swimming areas.   10 minutes away is Lac Amance where you may participate in water power sports such as water skiing, jet skiing or hire a motor boat.  A bit further away is Lac du Temple for those bird lovers. This is an imortant ornithological area with many bird stopping here on their migratory routes. Then there is Lac d'Orient which is dedicated to water sports such as windsurfing and sailing.. 
 
Medieval Towns of Troyes and Bar-sur-Aube  - Wander around the narrow streets amongst the tall timber framed houses.  In addition, Troyes is home to the largest factory outlet shops in Europe so for those keen for a day's shopping - look out for the sales!
 
Nigloland, the 3rd largest Amusement Park in France - Just 5 minutes drive, nestling in a valley surrounded by woods is Nigloand; great for all ages and good value!

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

Activities near by

Bird Watching, Boating, Boules, Cycling, Fishing, Gourmet dining, Hiking, Horse riding, Mountain biking, Parachuting, Paragliding, Rambling, Riverside activities, Sailing, Shopping, Sightseeing, Swimming, Table tennis, Tennis, Theme parks, Walking, Water skiing, Water sports, Wind Surfing, Wine tasting, Wine touring

See Activities and attractions for more information on nearby activities and places of interest.

How to get here

In the Champagne Region we are only 4 hours drive from Calais and 2 hours from Paris. 

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