Original beams, stone walls and terracotta floors. Large comfortable sitting room, satellite tv, dvd and stereo. Huge fully-fitted kitchen/dining room seats 12. Upstairs seating area with views over estuary. Three double, 2 twin bedrooms (plus 2 extra beds and cots if required). All linen provided. Three bathrooms. Heated pool and hot tub.

Childrens swings and climbing ropes, sunloungers, umbrellas, outdoor eating area.

Five minutes from famous citadel town of Blaye, markets and local swimming lake. Excellent area for wine-tasting, walking, cycling, fishing, golf, bird-watching. Easy driving distance Atlantic beaches, Cognac, Bordeaux, St Emilion, Arcachon. Welcome pack on arrival.

Facilities

Property Type:	Farmhouses
Nearest port:	Ouistreham/Caen 593km, Santander 474km
Nearest restaurant:	There is a selection of restaurants and cafes within a 5 minute drive of the house
Location and activities:	The house sits on the banks of the Gironde Estuary so is ideal for nature lovers. Fishing, walking and cycling. There are 3 golf courses within 40 minutes drive
Bedrooms:	There are 5 bedrooms, 3 double and 2 twin. The downstairs rooms all open onto the gardens and are able to accommodate additional single beds or cots
Bathrooms:	Three bathrooms plus 1 separate toilet
Kitchen:	Large very well equipped kitchen with 5 hob burner, fan oven, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and everything you expect to find in a large family kitchen
Dining:	Huge wooden dining table which can seat 12 plus highchair. Computer desk and unlimited broadband
Living area:	Two very large sofas each seating 4 plus 3 chairs. Large logburner for colder periods
Entertainment on-site :	Two tvs with all UK channels plus many digital ones. Dvd, video, cd player. Huge selection of dvds and videos. Games for adults and children. Children and adult books and toys
Outside :	Three acres of secluded grounds with a heated swimming pool, hot tub, basketball play area, childrens swings and climbing set
General:	Within walking distance of vineyards and chateaux
Suitability:	Suitable for groups of adults, families, special occasion parties and wheelchair users

Owners Recommendations

Eating Out

'Le Petit Port Restaurant'
"A delightful bustling local restaurant set in the heart of Blaye. Serves freshly prepared local food with a great selection of freshly caught fish"

'The Citadel Restaurant'
"With stunning views across the estuary, this restaurant is a must for food lovers with its extensive award winning menu ..not as cheap as the local bistros but well worth the money"

Local Area and Activities

'Blaye'
"A few minutes drive from the house. Fantastic local market on Thursday and Saturday with local grown produce, fresh fish and meat"

'Le Lac du Moulon Blanc'
"Approx 15 minutes drive from the house is this very pretty swimming lake. Very safe for families with no tide, a sandy beach, picnic area, cafe and swing park "

'The Citadel '
"A huge 17th century castle guarding the estuary into Blaye, now housing a hotel, cafes and little artisan shops yet with all the original ramparts and battlements still in place "

'The Medoc'
"A short ferry ride will take you to this famous wine-growing region where you can visit the world's most famous vineyards such as Chateau Lafitte"

'The Vineyards'
"Within a short walk of the house you will find vineyards and local chateaux selling their wine direct to the public. This is Cote de Blaye part of the world, renowned Bordeaux wine region"

Markets and Shopping

'Bordeaux'
"Within easy reach either by car or park and tram is the beautiful city of Bordeaux with its fashionable shops, cafes and traditional architecture"

'LeClerc'
"A 5 minute drive will take you to this huge hypermarket. Here you will find everything from live crabs to underwear! Naturally it has a cafe too"

Rental Rates

La Belle Etoile - Sleeps: 10/12, Bedrooms: 5

31st May - 29th June - £1250 pw
29th June - 30th August - £1550 pw
30th August - 27th September - £1250 pw
27th September - 10th November - £950 pw
Please enquire for other dates

Contact Details

To book this property use the contact details below quoting Holiday France Direct ref: AG002316.

Contact:	Mrs Gilly Popham
Telephone:	020 8579 0368 or
Mobile:	07961 428 188
Email:	Email the Owner »
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Listing last updated:	19 Mar 2008