5 Apartments (LL000476) - Saumur
(16km) Saumur - Maine et Loire - Western Loire
PROPERTY SUMMARY
5 Apartments in Mansion, Pool, Large Secluded Garden
Property Location
| Reference: | LL000476 |
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| Location: |
(16km) Saumur - Maine et Loire - Western Loire View location map Plan your route to this property |
| Area: | Town |
Amenities
- Cleaning
- Cycling
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Fishing
NearbyTypes of fish: Coarse fishing
Name of nearest fishing location: River Thouet
Distance: 0.5 km -
Golf
NearbyName and address of nearest golf course: Golf de Saumur 2 Route des Mortins St Hilaire-St Florent 49400 Saumur
Distance: 16 km -
Horse riding/Trekking
On-site or NearbyName and address of nearest stables: Equi-Libre, 102 lieu dit Champ de Liveau, 49260 Montreuil-Bellay
Distance: 2 km
- Linen
- Meals
- No Smoking
- Out of Season
- Shared Pool
- Short Breaks
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Signed wine route
Name of nearest signed wine route: Route de Vignoble Saumur
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Walking
Name/number of nearest marked trail: PR 29, PR31
- Wine Tasting
Plan your journey
20% Savings
on ferry travel
Special rates with Brittany Ferries. Routes direct into Brittany and Normandy plus Santander, Northern Spain
About The Property
| Property | Type | Bedrooms | Sleeps | Arrival | Bathrooms | Availability | |
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| La Maison Aubelle - Apartment 1 - Jardin | Self Catering | 1 | 2 | Sat | 1 | Check availability | |
| Apartment 2 - Stable | Self Catering | 1 | 2 | Sat | 1 | Check availability | |
| Apartment 3 - Tour | Self Catering | 2 | 4 | Sat | 2 | Check availability | |
| Apartment 4 - Gaudrez | Self Catering | 2 | 4 | Sat | 1 | Check availability | |
| Apartment 5 - Coach House | Self Catering | 2 | 4 | Sat | 1 | Check availability |
Property Gallery
16km from Saumur. Spend your holidays in the elegant yet relaxed surroundings of our beautifully restored 16th century nobleman's house and stables in a large, totally secluded garden in the last walled medieval town in the Anjou.
Our five 4 star apartments, each with its own entrance, are furnished to the highest level of comfort. Choice of king size or twin beds in large double bedrooms all with en suite facilities.
Each apartment has a fully equipped kitchen, living room and tv with British, American and French channels.
The perfect base for exploring the western part of the Loire Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage site, full of historic interest, famous vineyards, fishing rivers and a landscape that will appeal to artists, or just relaxing by our heated pool and enjoying delicious food and wine. Over 12's welcome, sorry no pets.
Facilities
| Property Type: | Apartments and Studios |
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| Nearest ferry port: | St Malo 246km |
| Nearest restaurant: | Several, of all kinds, within walking distance |
| Location and activities: | Medieval walled town beside good fishing river. Most sports available nearby, fishing, golf, tennis. Lots of chateaux and wine-producers |
| Bedrooms: | One or 2, all en suite, in each apartment |
| Bathrooms: | Bathroom or shower room, modern equipment with plenty of hot water. Hair dryers, soap, shampoo, shower mousse - and all linens, supplied |
| Kitchen: | Oven, 4-ring electric hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher (detergent supplied), kettle, good range of bowls, pans and equipment |
| Dining: | Table d'hote dinner available 5 nights a week |
| Living area: | Comfortable sofas or chairs, good reading lights, tv |
| Entertainment on-site: | Swimming pool, gamesroom, outdoor chess and draughts, 2 black Labradors |
| Outside: | Beautiful medieval walled town. Everything you need within walking distance |
| General: | All the apartments are different, and all excellent |
| Suitability: | Adults and over-12s |
Rental Rates
La Maison Aubelle - Apartment 1 - Jardin - Sleeps: 2, Bedrooms: 1
2009 Prices:Low season 1 Jan - 24 April & 24 Oct - 18 Dec €875 - €1100 pw
Intermediate 25 April - 26 June & 19 Sept - 23 Oct - €950 - €1150 pw
High season 27 June - 18 Sept - €1000 - €1250 pw
Apartment 2 - Stable - Sleeps: 2, Bedrooms: 1
Low season 1 Jan - 24 April & 24 Oct - 18 Dec €875 - €1100 pw
Intermediate 25 April - 26 June & 19 Sept - 23 Oct - €950 - €1150 pw
High Season 27 June - 18 Sept - €1000 - €1250 pw
Apartment 3 - Tour - Sleeps: 4, Bedrooms: 2
Low Season 1 Jan - 24 April & 24 Oct - 18 Dec €875 - €1100 pw
Intermediate 25 April - 26 June & 19 Sept - 23 Oct - €950 - €1150 pw
High Season 27 June - 18 Sept - €1000 - €1250 pw
Apartment 4 - Gaudrez - Sleeps: 4, Bedrooms: 2
Low Season 1 Jan - 24 April & 24 Oct - 18 Dec €875 - €1100 pw
Intermediate 25 April - 26 June & 19 Sept - 23 Oct - €950 - €1150 pw
High Season 27 June - 18 Sept - €1000 - €1250 pw
Apartment 5 - Coach House - Sleeps: 4, Bedrooms: 2
Low Season 1 Jan - 24 April & 24 Oct - 18 Dec €875 - €1100 pw
Intermediate 25 April - 26 June & 19 Sept - 23 Oct - €950 - €1150 pw
High Season 27 June - 18 Sept - €1000 - €1250 pw
Table d'hôte dinner available €32 for 3 courses and aperitif
Enquire and Book
To book this property use the contact details below quoting Holiday France Direct ref: LL000476.
| Contact: | Peter and Sally Smith |
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| Telephone: | (00 33) 2 41 52 36 39 |
| Fax: | (00 33) 2 41 50 94 83 |
| Email: | Email the Owner » |
| Owner's website: | www.aubelle.com |
| Shortlist: | Click here to add this property to your shortlist |
What to See and Do
Owners Recommendations
Eating Out
'Restaurants'
"We have several restaurants in Montreuil-Bellay, ranging from the Hostellerie Saint Jean (Michelin knife and fork) through traditional French, pizzerias, a creperie, grills and snacks in cafes, as well as a traditional meal in the 15th century tithe barn. Every taste and price-range is catered for and you will get a warm welcome. "
Local Area and Activities
'Chateaux'
"This being the Loire, there are many chateaux to visit, including the one here in Montreuil-Bellay. Still privately owned, you will enjoy not only its history, but its lived-in feeling, with photographs and family heirlooms as well as more ancient memorabilia.
Here in the Western Loire, chateaux were built as fortifications more than the pleasure palaces further upstream, which were summer homes to which the Court escaped the Parisian heat. Angers is particularly impressive, both for its forbidding aspect protecting the area from invaders sailing from the Atlantic up the River Loire, and for its medieval tapestry recounting the Apocalypse.
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'Fishing'
"The River Thouet runs alongside Montreuil-Bellay and is just one of the many rivers and lakes with a good variety of fish. You'll need a fishing permit, but can then spend happy hours watching kingfishers, sipping wine cooled in the river, and maybe even catching some fish!"
'History'
"Centuries of close ties between this region, Anjou, and England. Richard the Lionheart, his mother, Eleanor of Aquitaine, father Henri and brother John are all buried at the nearby Royal Abbey at Fontevraud. If you are lucky enough to be here between 12-25 July, you can see an atmospheric re-enactment of the founding of the Abbey in the 12th century and its subsequent history."
'Horses'
"Our nearest larger town, Saumur, has another instantly recognisable chateau. It is also home to the French National Riding School, the French equivalent of the Spanish Riding School in Vienna. During a morning's visit, you can watch the riders practising and marvel at their horsemanship. They also give several public shows during the summer."
'Mushrooms'
"Mushroom growing is second only to wine production in this area. You can see them being grown in the maze of limestone galleries that run for kilometres underground. Try the local speciality, galipettes, large mushrooms stuffed with garlic butter, goats cheese or rillettes."
'Wine'
"The lifeblood of the region and a major interest to all our visitors. The Saumur area produces red, white, rose and champagne method sparkling wines. They are light and delicious. Many producers offer wine-tastings and visits to the underground galleries where they make their wines.
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Markets and Shopping
'Factory Outlets'
"If you like a bargain, you'll love the factory outlets at Cholet, 40 minutes drive. Mostly clothes and shoes, but some household goods too."
'Food Markets'
"There is a market within easy driving distance every day of the week. Montreuil-Bellay's is on Tuesday mornings, with great fresh fish, poultry and charcuterie, as well as the abundance of salads, fruit and vegetables that are grown in the fertile alluvial soil of the Loire Valley.
The Friday market at Thouars (15km) has a large covered 'halles' as well as a huge open area. It has a national reputation for its quality and freshness."
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