Large Farmhouse in Sunflower Country with private pool — Property 56563

Large Farmhouse in Sunflower Country with private pool

Vignes des Perches is a spacious traditional farmhouse set in two acres with its own pool. Panoramic views of beautiful undulating countryside surround the house, which is situated at the end of a hamlet on a hill. While enjoying a peaceful and secluded position off a dead-end lane, the house is only five minutes away from the small town of Brossac. This is a lovely traditional town perched on top of a hill, dominated by its romanesque church. An enjoyable evening can be spent sitting outside the restaurant in the church square watching the swifts fly round the shuttered houses. All the shops you could need, for day to day living, are to be found here and there is also a tourist information centre. Just outside town there is a leisure lake with a swimming beach and small playground. Nestled in the trees overlooking the lake a restaurant provides refreshment when tired. A little further away, Chalais has a large supermarket and a wonderful weekly market.

Location Brossac Charente < Poitou-Charentes < France

Brossac Charente < Poitou-Charentes < France

 marks the location of this property in Charente

Availability for the farmhouse in Charente, France

Last updated on:

Tuesday, 22 July 2008

Changeover day:

Thursday

Normal availability

June, August, September

Rental rates for the farmhouse in Charente, France

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Notes to the rental rates

• THE PRICE SHOWN IS A REDUCTION OF £400 ON THE WEEK REMAINING IN AUGUST!!!!! Changeover day is on a Thursday to take advantage of cheaper mid week travel costs. Also the roads are far less busy on these days in high season. With check-in at 4pm there is time to nip to the shops if you want to. Arriving on a Thursday means that you can go to the wonderful market at Riberac on Friday. This is a lovely day out as you can return via Aubeterre ( officially one of the prettiest villages in France) where you can lunch in the village square and then visit the monolithic church ( a must ). You can then take a canoe up the river if you're feeling energetic.
  
• There is a file in the house containing masses of information on things to see and do and ideas for days out. Guests are invited to make recommendations for others.
  

Accommodation and Facilities for the farmhouse in Charente, France

Additional facilities

The swimming pool was installed in 2003 and has a movement sensitive safety alarm system. On the terrace leading from the French windows there is a large table and seating for eight to take advantage of the views that surround the house. The Utility room is large and contains a double sink, washing machine and two long washing lines in case of inclement weather. The room is warmed by the boiler. Double glazing throughout. Electric shutters on many windows. Unlimited hot water! Maid service may be available at an extra cost if booked in advance. All crockery, glasses, cutlery and utensils are provided, including the all important corkscrew, toaster, kettle, garlic press etc. Iron, ironing board, hairdryer, board games, football table, out-side games, duvets, pillows, bed linen, bath towels. Please bring your own swimming/beach towels.

The Area

Charente enjoys a microclimate that provides the second highest number of sunny days after the south of France, so long hot summers are virtually guaranteed. This is a beautiful part of France which is why this will become our home on retirement. Sunflowers are in abundance as is the wildlife. We have had a barn owl roosting in the garage and buzzards soar through the valley below. Lizards crawl lazily up the walls and hares meander through the garden. The wild flowers are varied and numerous. This is wine country and many of the chateaux in the Bordeaux region give tours and tastings. Tours of the Cognac houses are a very popular way to spend a day. Pineau, a local aperitif, is sold throughout the region from farmhouses. Of course it is very easy to buy the food to accompany the wine. All the local towns have weekly markets which provide a true taste of France. A wide choice of restaurants are waiting to serve you when you fancy going out.

Activities

The farmhouse’s location in south Charente on the edge of the Dordogne is a perfect base from which enjoy a variety of outdoor activities including walking, bird-watching, cycling, horse riding, fishing, canoeing, tennis and golf. The Atlantic Ocean is a little over an hours drive away with long sandy beaches; ideal for swimming and wind-surfing. Fun for all can be had at a ‘centre Parcs’ type complex newly opened at Jonzac 20 minutes away. There are many historic landmarks and towns to visit: the monolithic church at Aubeterre, Brantome - a ‘little Venice’, various chateaux, the caves at Lascaux and the fine old cities of Angouleme and Bordeaux. There are various golf courses within easy reach - Aubeterrre (one of the prettiest villages in France) where there is also a swimming beach and canoe hire, and Cognac which is a little more challenging.