Baronnerie        3 Bedrooms,  sleeps 6/8       Property Ref:  FR143

Located near Melle in the Poitou Charente region of France you will find this Charming Maison Bourgeoise, former  "Baronnerie”. The property consists of Main House which sleeps 6-8 max.
Our ideal self-catering holiday-home is set in peaceful surroundings with delightful gardens and a Large swimming pool (14 x 5.50 m) with gentle roman steps making it ideal for families with children.
The surrounding landscaped gardens are full of flowers and trees (olive, silk, palm and pine trees) and a little fountain in the lower garden adds to the atmosphere of quietness and well-being – providing late afternoon shade, whilst the upper gardens and the swimming pool will stay sunlit till late in the evening. 
Several terraces are perfect for al-fresco dining during the season next to the flood-lit pool and close to the paved built in barbecue area. 
A small spot has been reserved for playing table tennis. 
Above the upper garden that surrounds the pool -you will find a small field, ideal for playing football or volleyball, and lined fruit trees offer cherries, pears, apples, plums, chestnuts and figs when in season. 
There is plenty of space for everyone to find his own little corner where to simply sit to read a book or enjoy the views and see the swallows hover over the swimming pool at dusk. 

GUESTS HAVE EXCLUSIVE USE OF ALL FACILITIES ON SITE.

 

 

ACCOMMODATION

The house has deliberately been kept unchanged in its structures to keep it as a typical ‘maison poitevin’ – respecting the style and tradition of this region and that of a 19th century gentleman’s residence (though parts of the property date back to far earlier).
It has been decorated with care and attention to detail - retaining many original features including exposed beams and flagstone 
Downstairs: 
Entrance with flagstones, beams and the wooden staircase leading to the bedrooms. 
Lovely spacious fitted kitchen with hob, oven, microwave, fridge, freezer, kettle, toaster, cafetiere, dishwasher and large dining table and separate kids corner. 
Small pantry for storing all extra food and drink 
Attractive lounge with sofas, armchairs and TV with English channels (please bring your Skycard for other channels).
This lounge can be used as a spare bedroom when booking for larger parties. 
Shower room with basin and washing machine, WC - back door to area reserved for hanging out your washing
One comfortable good sized  triple room which has a double bed and a single bed and a smaller twin bedroom next to it. 
Upstairs ‘The Loft,’ a very large room with twin beds on the mezzanine and two single beds in the spacious sitting area with an additional pull-out sofa. This area is sealed off towards the landing.
Bathroom with large, comfortable corner bath. 
Separate WC. 

Cot and Highchair

 

This property is completely private and you will have exclusive use of all facilities.

 

OUTSIDE LEISURE 

In front of the house is a large terrace for your meals, overlooking the lower garden, full of flowers with a fountain. 
Behind the house parking spaces for 3 cars from where you can access the front of the house and the lower garden via the wooden pergola.

The holiday-home is set in peaceful surroundings with delightful gardens

Large swimming pool (14 x 5.50 m) with gentle roman steps, ideal for families with children.
Landscaped gardens full of flowers and trees (olive, silk, palm and pine trees) and a little fountain in the lower garden adds to the atmosphere of quietness and well-being – providing late afternoon shade

Upper gardens and the swimming pool will stay sunlit till late in the evening. 
Several terraces perfect for al-fresco dining during the season next to the flood-lit pool and close to the paved built in barbecue area. 
A small spot has been reserved for playing table tennis. 
Above the upper garden that surrounds the pool -you will find a small field, ideal for playing football or volleyball, and lined fruit trees offer cherries, pears, apples, plums, chestnuts and figs when in season. 
There is plenty of space for everyone to find his own little corner where to simply sit to read a book or enjoy the views and see the swallows hover over the swimming pool at dusk. 

 

 

 

PRICES       2016

27 June       -   10 July                        £1,200  
11 July         -   24 July                       £1,495 
25 July         -   21 August                  £1,675
22 August   -   28 August                   £1,675
29 August  -    11 September            £1,000 
12 September  -   20 September          £900

 

Booking Information
Prices in Sterling per week.  Bed linen provided, beds made up upon arrival. 

Saturday changeover day - flexible changeover days out of main season
Special deals for monthly stays possible and upon request. 
Extras: electricity above 150 kw/week payable locally at 0.30 €/kw. 
OPTIONAL EXTRAS:
Set of 3 towels (€ 6.50 pp) - Change of bed linen (€ 10 per bed) to be ordered and paid for before arrival. 
End cleaning charges (optional) at end of stay   65 € 
Refundable safety deposit in CASH upon arrival  400 €  - keys are not handed over until this is paid.
During the high season your property will not be available before 17.00 hrs. 
Always call for late arrivals - no check in after 23.00h local time. 
The owners are on hand and help with any queries you may have.
NO PETS ALLOWED.  NO SMOKING IN THE PROPERTY.

GUESTS HAVE EXCLUSIVE USE OF ALL FACILITIES AT THIS PRIVATE PROPERTY

 

 

 

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

Beautiful house, great pool, lovely owners”

We (2 adults, 2 kids - 10 and 5) stayed in this house in the middle of August. Right from the moment we arrived we were made to feel very welcome by Eva and Gilles, who spolied us with a a welcome drink and didnt mind when 3 of us dived in the pool on our first night at 10pm!

The house is huge and would easily accommodate 8 people. Kitchen well equipped too.

The real highlight is the beautiful pool and its surrounding area - a great place to relax, sunbathe and cool off. The gardens are huge and a great place for the kids to play

 

Thank you for such a wonderful holiday. We all had a fantastic holiday and will definitely be returning.  The pool and gardens are stunning and house is ery spacious.  Hope to see you again soon!     August 2015

 

 

 

LOCATION

The property is situated in a small hamlet, enclosed by garden walls and yet not isolated and once you’ve entered it through the wrought iron-gates a small paradise will open itself up to you.
Between the two historical towns Melle and Celles sur Belle, only 3 miles from shops, services and gastronomic restaurants.
Sports:  Horseriding, Fishing, walking, swimming, cycling Golf and lots more.... 
More information of attractions, activities, beaches, lakeside beaches etc can be found at the top of this page in the links box to the right
Niort is only 15 miles away  and 2 minutes from the city center, ’18- hole golf course; clubs can be hired etc. Easy sporting feel as you move through straight, flat paths until you reach the gentle slope. Special maps showing cycling and hiking routes can be obtained the local bookshops.
The nature reserve of VeniseVerte nearby is well worth visiting as is Poitiers and Futuroscope, 30 miles away.
La Rochelle and the Atlantic Beaches are approx 1 hours drive. 
This region is rich in beautiful countryside and Romanesque art and architecture. Cognac and Saintes are all close by. 
For children there are several zoo's in the area.

Celles and Melle are only a few miles from each other. Close to Celles there is ' Plan de Lambon', an artificial lake (small entrance fee) as a fantastic alternative to the pool for children with playgrounds and a small sandy beach.Celles itself offers its abbey and gardens, a seemingly good pizzeria, tourist office and guided tours.
Melle is somewhat bigger and has 3 supermarkets and one discount (Aldi) Marketday=Friday. With its 3 churches, the silvermines, a botanic fitness path leading around town, a motorcycle museum, a horseriding
centre and apart from shops, the tourist office etc.

The local activities like fairs, car boot sales, riding, fishing in lakes and rivers, cycling, horseback-riding, playing tennis, golfing are all available and details can be obtained whilst here.

 

How to get thereNearest airport -

La Rochelle 1 hour drive

Other airports include Nantes 75 minute drive

Poitiers 45 minute drive

All airports served by discounted airlines ie Ryanair, Easyjet and Flybe.

 

Nearest channel port is St Malo 3.5 Hours drive    Caen 4 hours drive approx    Calais 6 hours drive approx

 

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