Nr Confolens VacationsFRBO Property 25770 Vacation Rental

Chez les Hiboux, Manot, nr Confolens

VacationsFRBO Nr Confolens Vacation Rentals Property ID 25770 Chez les Hiboux

Major City: Limoges
Distance: >30-50 km

Type: House
Area: Rural

Bedrooms: 3
Sleeps: 6
Baths: 2
Size: 75 Sq M

Internet: No
Pets OK: No
Pool: Yes
Spa: No

Calendar: No
Exchange: No
For Sale: No
Credit Cards: Yes

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Name: Carol Seale

Phone: 05 45 30 23 13

Languages: English

Personal Website: http://www.holidaycottagesinfrance.com

VacationsFRBO Listing Since: 2007-06-15

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Description

Named after the barn owl who used to live in the grenier (attic), but
decided to move out after we moved in, this farmhouse was built in
1603, and this was always the major consideration during the
restoration. Reclaimed materials and traditional building methods
were used to repair and reinstate many features. We have also
selected traditional French furniture, especially in the bedrooms and
the lounge and dining areas. Whilst the farmhouse was restored to
reflect the period in which it was built it also has the added comfort
of today's luxuries. Inside you will find thick stone walls,
mammoth oak beams and impressive fireplaces.

Downstairs there is a fully equipped kitchen with Smeg dishwasher,
microwave, gas cooker and fridge. There are plenty of kitchen
utensils and cookware, together with cutlery, crockery and glassware.
The living room has a massive Charentais fireplace and a Louis XV
style three piece suite - a perfect area to relax in the cool on those
hot summer days or to toast near the log burner during the winter
evenings. The dining room has a huge Basque style oak dining table,
with six leather studded chairs, and matching 2½ metre long carved
sideboard. The downstairs bathroom has shower, washhand basin and WC.
There is a 200 litre hot water supply so there is always lashings of
hot water available.

Upstairs there are three well-sized bedrooms - two double and one
twin. The two double bedrooms have traditional French bedroom
furniture, with chevets and bedside lamps for that late night reading.
The two front bedrooms have spectacular views of the River Vienne.
The bathroom has a baignoire (small French bath) with shower, washhand
basin and WC.

There is a communal laundry area in an adjoining building with washing
machine, iron and ironing board.

Amenities

Situated in a quiet hamlet surrounded by unspoilt countryside, most
people agree that the farmhouses are amongst the best of the rental
properties available and that they have one of the most stunning
locations in the Charente.

These farmhouses are set in one acre of land with large 10 x 5 m solar
heated swimming pool. Each house has its own exclusive outside dining
area - table, chairs and essential barbeque - under its own covered
pergola. The houses have been restored to reflect the period in which
they were built, but with the added luxury of today's home comforts
and are far removed from the idea of the typical French gite of
yesteryear.

Attractions

The area around Confolens contains many typical French villages with
medieval quarters, local markets, chateaux, old churches and lakes
with beaches - perfect for swimming or just for relaxing.

Just a scratch on the map but Manot is situated between Confolens and
Roumazières, a route indicated as one of outstanding beauty. A
typical sleepy French village with the old bridge crossing the River
Vienne, the beautiful church dominates the skyline on your approach.
Velorail

Manot station may not have seen a train for some years, but many
people pass through it or board from it using the velo-rail. The best
way to describe the velo-rail is to liken it to pedaloes that run on
rail tracks - a great day out for the whole family.

Manot also boasts a very small beach by the ruins of the old mill.
Here, the beds of the local river contain minute deposits of gold and
garnet for which you can prospect whilst paddling in the cool clear
water. For the more ambitious it is one of the starting points for
the canoe school, where you can paddle up river to Confolens.

The village shop is a short stroll away from the farmhouses and is
great for the odds and ends you may need. There is also a boulangerie
where you can get your freshly baked bread and croissants each morning.

Confolens, with its bars and restaurants, stands at the confluence of
the rivers Vienne and Goire, and is a delightful medieval town with a
castle keep and natural spring. Every year the whole world meets in
its streets to celebrate folklore and traditional music from all over
the globe. Canoes and pedaloes are available to explore the river.

Rates

Duo rate: £330 per week for 2 people sharing (includes pack of essential household items and towels) Duo plus rate: £345 per week for 2 people + baby (under 4 years old) Duo rates also offer changeover days of Saturday and Wednesday Weekend and short breaks: £50 per night based on 2 people sharing (£15 per night for each additional person) Long term lets available for off season househunters from £170 per week (excluding electricity, gas and logs) Prices: 6 Jan - 21 Jul £440 per week 21 Jul - 25 Aug £795 per week 25 Aug - 1 Sep £540 per week 1 Sep - 22 Dec £440 per week 22 Dec - 5 Jan £600 per week Before booking you are encouraged to read carefully the Conditions of Rental. After confirming your dates with us, please print off and complete the Online Booking Form. Although we can accept provisional bookings via telephone or email, you then have one week to confirm your reservation by sending your signed and completed booking form plus a 20% non-refundable deposit.

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