A delightful detached cottage set in a tranquil setting on the edge of a small village convenient for châteaux, historic sites, walking and cycling country, French food and wine and local markets. It faces a Norman castle and open countryside and has a private terrace built into the side of a hill (with barbecue, lighting, table and chairs).

It has 2 large bedrooms and a fully equipped kitchen, 2 toilets and a separate shower room. Other facilities include:

a tv (with integral dvd)
gas cooker
washing machine
dishwasher
fridge-freezer
microwave
wood burning stove
electric heaters throughout

Linen and towels are extra

Facilities

Property Type:	Gites Cottages
Nearest ferry port:	St Malo 241km.
Nearest restaurant:	Neuilly 2km. Many fine restaurants in and near Saumur and Doué-la-Fontaine.
Location and activities:	South of the Loire between Angers and Saumur, near Doué-la-Fontaine. The area provides good walking and riding country.
Bedrooms:	Two large bedrooms, 1 double and 1 with 2 singles and a sofa that converts into a double.
Bathrooms:	Bathroom/wc upstairs, second wc on the ground floor, separate shower in the basement.
Kitchen:	Fully equipped kitchen including fridge with freezer section, dishwasher, washing machine and drier, microwave and other conveniences.
Dining:	Dining area for 6.
Living area:	Comfortable lounge with a tv that only receives French but has an integrated dvd player.
Entertainment on-site:	The gîte includes a tv (French only) with dvd player (region 2).
Outside:	Area outside for eating, also a private terrace built into the side of the hill. Car parking area beside the house.
General:	The gite is on the edge of a small village and looks out across a valley road to a 12th century castle. There is also a stunning view of the old mill and the Ayon Valley opening out ahead of you. The countryside is quite varied with copses and small hills and is ideal for walking and cycling, as well as within an easy car journey to many famous chateaux and ancient buildings.
Suitability:	The cottage does not have a garden and may not be suitable for young children. Note also that it has some low beams. Since all bedrooms are upstairs, it is not suitable for people with handicaps that make negotiating steps difficult.

Rental Rates

Detached Cottage - Sleeps: 1/6, Bedrooms: 2

Low £250
Mid £300
High £350
Reductions for 2nd week
Midweek changeover for cheaper ferries

Contact Details

To book this property use the contact details below quoting Holiday France Direct ref: LL001922.

Contact:	Leonard F Clark
Telephone:	01514 800758
Mobile:	07970 283547
Email:	Email the Owner »
Owner's website:	www.LoireHolidayCottage.co.uk
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Listing last updated:	17 Mar 2008