Cottage/Gite - Cottage Holiday Rental in Vayres, Haute-Vienne, France

Where is it

• Location:  Central France  >  Limousin  >  Haute-Vienne
• Closest town/village:  Vayres (Haute-Vienne) ( Central )
• Closest airport: Limoges Airport (19.7 miles *Direct distance, road distance may vary. Please refer to detailed area map for local roads.)
• Access: Public transport available, Car Essential Car hire
• Property highlights: Barbecue, Fishing lake, Garden, Scenic views

 

Traditional Cottage / Gite with Private Fishing Lake

Traditional and tranquil cottage/gite dating from the late 19th century in view of owners fishing lake and the glorious Limousin countryside set in the small hamlet of Le Poulier St Bazile within the Perigord/Limousin National Park. The region is heavily forested (mainly oak and sweet chestnut) and is renowned for the abundant and varied wildlife.

The nearest village is Vayre less than 1 km away access by car or walk in forest. The gite now benefits from Wifi connection.There are many large beautiful swimming lakes with sandy beaches nearby.

The cottage sleeps up to 6 plus baby. The price shown includes all persons and amenities

Holiday Accommodation at Cottage/Gite

The cottage has recently been decorated thoughout.  Sleeps 6 plus baby.

Accommodation comprises:

Ground floor

• Kitchen / breakfast room - fully equipped including washing machine, gas cooker, microwave and fridge freezer
• Lounge - good size cosy lounge with well stocked library and wood burning fire. The lounge features three seater settee and two arm chairs for your comfort. dvd cd radio  and English T.V
• Bedroom 1 - large bedroom with king size bed
• Shower room - large area with toilet shower and bidet

First floor

• Bedroom 2 - with double bed and ensuite bathroom
• Bedroom 3 - with full size bunk beds

The cottage is fully equipped including wood-burning stove, electric radiators and TV/VCR  with a selection of DVDs and videos. WIfI, English satalite tv. Exposed beams and wooden floors add to the rural ambience. Childs cot, high chair, stair gate and pushchair are also available.

Outside

Land extends to almost 5 acres and includes a fishing lake, which is well stocked with carp (common, mirror and leather up to 12kg) roach, perch and pike. A secured store is available for fishing tackle. Some of the terrain has been turned over to wild life havens and many songbirds, frogs, toads and salamanders can be seen. It is a real pleasure on summer evenings to sit outside listening to the 'evening chorus'. There are resident kingfishers, buzzards and herons. Deer, foxes, polecats and pine martens visit regularly as do flocks of house martins performing aerial acrobatics as they swoop to drink from the lake.

Outside is a decking area with sun canopy , table and chairs. Barbecue available. In season fruits and herbs can be picked at will. There is a secluded private garden fenced off with gate access to open land and lake for safety of little guests.

The owners live next door in a converted barn. There there is internet access if needed.

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About Vayres in Haute-Vienne, Limousin

The closest town is Rochechouart, which is charming with cobbled streets, a castle and museums open to the public. There are many other castles close by including Chalus where Richard the Lionheart was fatally wounded. In fact the cottage is situated about 100 metres from the 'Coeur de Lion' route which follows the path Richard took collecting supporters for the great crusades.

There are several swimming lakes with beaches in the area, the closest being at St Mathieu approximately 4 miles away. The whole region is well known for peace tranquillity and friendliness. It is often billed as 'the France that time forgot'.

This region offers a real opportunity to sample traditional French country life. There are many village 'feast' days; real social occasions where local artisans and food producers display their wares and meals are taken on long trestle tables under the shade of large trees.

Limoges is the nearest city (about 25 miles), parking is cheap and plentiful and there are shops, restaurants and activities to suit all tastes. Limoges is a very attractive small city situated on the Vienne River and has many quaint, mediaeval areas. It is world renowned for its porcelain and many factory shops can be found.

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

How To Get To Vayres in Haute-Vienne, Central France

For full directions please contact the owner.

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

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Facilities at Cottage/Gite

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Availability at Cottage/Gite

Changeover day: Saturday

Availability last updated on: - Thursday, April 19, 2012

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