Allier holiday cottage: Vrolle, 03420 Ste Therence

La Petite Maison in the heart of the Massif Central.

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Description Cottage, 125 m²,
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 9, 1 Bathroom
Facilities rural, village, garden, terrace, satellite or cable, TV
Rates per property (GBP)
£225 - £385/week 
Brian Puntis
+0044 (0) 7791-159033
+0033 (0) 6331-86278
Speaks: English, French
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Photos and Description of this Allier holiday cottage 3 bedrooms,sleeps 7/9, sattelite tv,dvd,cd,c/h,log stove,fridge/freezer,oven

A converted & completely refurbished 200yr old farm cottage in Allier providing spacious self catering accommodation for up to 9 people. Situated in the stunning countryside of the Massif Central, the oil fired centrally heated property provides a large family lounge with wood burning stove for those colder winter evenings, Sky tv, dvd and cd players. (the settee converts to a double bed). The modern kitchen is well equipped with 4 ring gas/electric cooker/oven,microwave, toaster, smoothy maker,chip fryer, washing machine, dishwasher,tumble dryer, drinks fridge & large fridge freezer & dining for 6/8 people.The stairs split at the top providing 2 dble bedrooms to the left & to the right, a bathroom with basin, bath ,wc & enclosed shower cubicle. The third bedroom provides 3 single beds (2 currently set as bunk beds) All rooms have light & airy windows with plenty of space for clothes.The garden is laid to lawn & there is a sun awning available.Car parking is opposite.
Allier cottage rental - La Petite Maison

La Petite Maison
Allier cottage rental - Kitchen

Kitchen
Allier cottage rental - Lounge

Lounge
Allier cottage rental - Bathroom

Bathroom

Location: Allier in France

Nearest Airport: Limoges at 120 Kilometres
Nearest Ferry: Le Havre at 501 Kilometres
Nearest Train: Montlucon at 16 Kilometres
Nearest Motorway: A71 North of Montlucon at 20 Kilometres
Nearest Beach: beach at 15.0 Kilometres
Car: necessary
Vrolle is situated just 2 kms from Ste Therence & 12kms from Marcillat-en-Combraille in the peaceful Allier countryside. The city of Montlucon is a further 18kms (15 mins drive) north while the larger Clermont Ferrand is 1 hr drive south (65kms) The area is central to many holiday attractions, including white water kayaking, horse riding, karting, swimming,golf, walking, out door adventure centres, shopping, spa treatments, trout fishing, rock concerts, sailing & excellent bourbonais restaraunts. In nearby Montlucon there is a wealth of interesting chateaux,shops,restaurants, swimming pools,parks & woodland to visit.In Clermont Ferrand the famous Puy de Dome provides the energetic with mountain walking & paragliding at the top near to the excellent restaurant as well as a fantastic city to explore. Further south is the ski areas of Super Besse,Massif du Sancy & Mont Dore, All in all a superb central location for a holiday,

Availability for this holiday cottage rental in Allier, France

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Oct 25, 2009
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Rental Rates for this holiday cottage in Allier, France

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Rental rates quoted in:
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Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night		 Weekend
Night		 Minimum Stay
Summer/Autumn 01 October 2009 - 30 November 2009 £225 - - 1 Week
Autumn/Winter 01 December 2009 - 28 February 2010 £385 - - 1 Week
Spring 01 March 2010 - 31 May 2010 £245 - - 1 Week
Summer 01 June 2010 - 30 September 2010 £325 - - 1 Week
Autumn 01 October 2010 - 30 November 2010 £225 - - 1 Week
Winter 01 December 2010 - 28 February 2011 £385 - - 1 Week

Please Note: The owner of this property accepts payment in the original currency specified (British Pounds), before use of conversion tool. The conversion tool is provided for your convenience only. The owner may accept other currencies if specifically agreed in advance.

Additional information about rental rates

  • A security deposit of 300E must be paid to the local site Manager on arrival. This will be refunded on departure following satisfactory examination of the property. All breakages and damage however small must be advised to the site Manager and a sum will be deducted from the security deposit to cover replacement.Rental rates include the cost of oil for the central heating , metered water and metered electricity, as well as logs for the wood burning stove.
  • When booking a deposit equal to 30% of the total cost is required & the final payment received in full for the rental period at least 8 weeks prior to the letting. Deposits are not refundable so it is the hirers responsibility to arrange suitable insurance to cover cancellation. If the rental period is for two weeks or more fresh linen and towels will be provided each week.
    A welcome pack consisting of some basic items (bread,cheese,milk,a bottle of wine) will be provided free of charge .
    Bicycle hire can be arranged at an additional charge payable locally to the site Manager

Accommodation and facilities for this holiday cottage rental in Allier, France

Property Type:
  • cottage (semi-detached)
Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering
Floor Area:
  • 125 m²
Location Type:
  • rural
  • village
Theme:
  • budget
  • activity
General:
  • activities guide
  • alarm clock
  • ceiling fans
  • firewood
  • local activities guide
  • local maps
  • local restaurant guide
  • soap
  • toilet paper
  • towels provided
  • central heating
  • linen provided
Kitchen:
  • grill
  • 4 ring stove
  • blender
  • spices
  • dish washer
  • fridge
  • freezer
  • hob
  • oven
  • microwave
  • washing machine
  • clothes dryer
  • toaster
  • cooking utensils
  • iron & board
Living Room:
  • fireplace
  • sofabed
  • comfy seating for 9 people
Dining:
  • dining area
  • seating for 6 people
Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Bath with Shower, Shower Enclosure
  • The bathroom includes a shaver point
Bedrooms:
  • 3 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 9 people
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 Large Double Bed
    Bedroom 2 - 1 Double Bed
    Bedroom 3 - 3 Single Bed
    Lounge - 1 Sofa bed/Futon
  • All bedrooms have electric cooling fans available, also settee in the lounge can be converted into a double.
Entertainment:
  • TV
  • satellite or cable
  • video player
  • radio
  • stereo system
  • CD
  • audio tape player
  • DVD
  • books
  • books - fiction/non-fiction
  • music library
  • toys
  • video library
Outside:
  • outdoor grill gas
  • parking off street
  • garden
  • terrace
  • barbecue
  • parking
  • bike
  • 6 garden chairs
  • 4 deck chairs
  • 4 bicycles
Suitability:
  • pets not allowed
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • non smoking only
  • long term rentals available
  • not suitable for elderly or infirm
  • children welcome
Local Activities:
  • swimming
  • tennis
  • walking
  • sailing
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • horse riding
  • golf
  • wind-surfing
  • mountain biking
  • roller blading
Onsite Equipment:
  • deck chairs
  • beach towels
  • binoculars
  • golf cart
  • golf clubs
Attractions:
  • ATM/bank
  • autumn foliage
  • churches
  • cinemas
  • eco tourism
  • equestrian events
  • fitness centre
  • forests
  • groceries
  • hospital
  • library
  • museums
  • playground
  • pond
  • recreation centre
  • theme parks
  • water parks
Leisure Activities:
  • bird watching
  • freshwater fishing
  • gambling casinos
  • hiking
  • ice skating
  • live theatre
  • outlet shopping
  • paddle boating
  • sight seeing
  • snorkelling
  • whitewater rafting
Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • restaurants
  • ruins
  • scenic drives
  • volcano
  • waterfalls
  • winery tours
  • zoo
Nearby Activities:
  • ski lift pass
Nearby Services:
  • medical services
Notes: The lounge has a powerful 3 speed ceiling fan and rear access door. The property is managed by an English / French speaking local man and woman whose telephone number and address will be made available when booking accepted.

Further details for this holiday cottage rental in Allier, France

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS: Direct flights are available from the UK by Ryanair, Flybe, and Easyjet. Also Air France operates internal flights from many regions. Cross Channel ferry companies operate from coastal resorts, P&O,LD Lines,Sea France, and Brittany Ferries, all have internet booking facilities. Driving in France is often referred to as a good experience, although attention to the French motoring Laws are essential as on the spot fines are operative and are expensive.Autoroute charges are payable in local currency and the peage area can be very busy at peak summer periods.

Other Activities: cinema,theatres,concerts,flying,karting,kayaking/canoeing

Reviews for this holiday cottage rental in Allier, France

Rating
5 out of 5

Beautiful cottage well worth a visit!

J8ke York
Review Submitted: March 11, 2009 Date of Stay: July 2008
We visited the house in July 2008 and stayed for an enjoyable week with our 2 children. The house has plenty of space - a very comfortable living room with plenty of seating for the whole family and lots of equipment (UK TV, DVD etc). Brian is a very amenable and friendly man who ensured that everything was ready for our stay. We were welcomed and 'shown the ropes' by a friendly English and French speaking local family who provided a welcome pack of bread, wine milk and cheese on our arrival and gave plenty of ideas for days out and visits as well!
The property was clean, well maintained - very much a home from home experience with everything you would need in the kitchen - all as described on the website. I would heartily recommend this house to all our friends and hope to visit again this year!
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Rating
4 out of 5

First visit to this area

Ann1e U.K.
Review Submitted: September 17, 2009 Date of Stay: September 2009
First impressions were very favourable - quiet countryside, narrow lanes with little traffic, all this for a reasonable rent shared between two couples.

The description was accurate, the property clean with a warm welcome from the owner's representative and a pack of milk, cheese, bread and wine.

There were lots of leaflets for ideas of what to see and do to peruse on our arrival whilst enjoying our first glass of wine.

We had lunch at a cafe (not the fishermens' hut!) at the larger of the two nearby lakes. 10 euros for main, pudding and glass of wine.

We visited Sauvigny and its priory, the Puy de Dome area with its numerous extinct volcanoes (which is two hours away but don't be deterred by that), and Vichy.

At the Puy de Dome, there is a car park (6.15euros per car) shop and eating area about two-thirds of the way up with stunning views. Carry on walking up from there for the really fabulous views of the string of volcanoes and to watch hangliders taking off just a few feet from you.

Vichy is beautiful and just an hour or so away. Take the land train around the place so you don't miss anything- well worth it. We ladies hoped to look around the shops but instead we visited a museum at Gannat then on to le chateau de Veauce.

The latter is being renovated by the French government even though we were lead to believe it is in private hands. It is the oldest chateau in France dating from 808. You park outside the gate lodge, which is now a bar and tearoom run by an English-speaking lady, and walk as far as is permitted up the drive. Look to your left and there's the chateau-no charge except perhaps for an excellent cuppa before you leave.

We visited a local auberge (inn) recommended by the agent for a 5-course lunch for 12 euros - don't go Fridays if you don't like seafood! Generally, wherever we ate was value for money.

All in all, the cottage is a good place to stay if you don't mind driving to places.

P.S. Dressing table mirrors would be very welcome.
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Rating
5 out of 5

Location, location, location!

Clariceau Corsham, Wiltshire, UK
Review Submitted: August 6, 2009 Date of Stay: July 2009
If you want to completely relax, no noise, no distractions and ohhh so little passing traffic this is the place for you! It was just lovely to sit out the front in the evening, with nothing but birdsong to accompany a BBQ and a game of cards. Layout of the house was exactly right and there was plenty of room for a family with kids - there would also be room for grandparents?. All the rooms a decent size and kitted out with everything you'd need as a proper home from home! Most importantly, decent comfy beds and fans in bedrooms to keep you cool at night! No mozzies! The village of Vrolles is very rural (main traffic passing when we were there was the tractors harvesting!), close by you have Montlucon with the big shops like Carrefour and a really lovely little town centre. We also ventured into Neris les Bains which was so lovely, just great for a quiet potter, but also a spa town. We loved Marcillat, very friendly little market town, easiest to just pop in as its only a few minutes drive from the property. Mont Dore was also well worth a visit as a nice little town in the mountains and also worth taking the cable car up to Puy de Sancy which is the highest point of the Massiv Centrale! We had a fantastic picnic just at the bottom of the Puy de Sancy road in the most gorgeous well tended park below the mountain! Well worth the 2 hour drive! Kids really loved the Lapeyrouse lake for swimming! Perfect for little ones as it starts off very shallow and only about 20 mins drive away!
This was not an area of France that we have been to before, but would definitely like to explore more! We're already working out when we can visit again!
A lot of house for not too much money!
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