St Germain les Belles Large, self-catering holiday house in the heart of a quiet country village. Close to shops, restaurants and swimming lakes. The perfect location for large families or groups looking for a rural holiday in the stunning Limousin region of France. Wheelchair access. Sleeps a maximum of 14 people in 6 en-suite bedrooms.
We can welcome a maximum of 14 people in 6 bedrooms with 5 private, ensuite bathrooms. For guests who use a wheelchair, we have a ground-floor accessible bedroom and bathroom.
All of our 13 beds are singles (or we can put them together as doubles), making sleeping arrangements really easy for mixed groups of walkers, cyclists, families....
Although the house is in the heart of the village, you will have the best of both worlds, as once you step out of the back door, the peaceful views of open countryside really make you feel like you are in a more remote spot.
Location Summary
Nearest Airport
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45 km - Limoges
Nearest Village/Town
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St Germain les Belles
Nearest Beach
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Lake beach at 10 minutes walk
Nearest Bar/Pub
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1 Minute!
Nearest Restaurant
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1 Minute!
Travel
A car is recommended, though not essential, as there are several shops just over the road from the property. The village also has a rail service to Limoges.
Accommodation
Property Type
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House, Self Catering, 4+ bedroom, Maximum Sleeping Capacity 14
Restrictions on smoking
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Smoking restricted. We ask guests to please, only smoke outside
Bedrooms
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Bedroom 1 - 3 twin beds plus 1 baby bed
Bedroom 2 - 2 twin beds plus 1 baby bed
Bedroom 3 - 2 twin beds plus 1 baby bed
Bedroom 4 - 2 twin beds
Bedroom 5 - 2 twin beds
Bedroom 6 - 2 twin beds
Lounge with 2 double sofa beds
Every bedroom has 2 single beds (which can also be made up as 'doubles' to suit your requirements), making the room layout very convenient when planning a trip with a large group of friends.
Beds can also be added or taken away from the rooms, should one guest require a single room - just enquire on booking.
Bathrooms
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En-suite bathroom to bedroom 1 - wheelchair friendly
En-suite bathroom to bedroom 2
En-suite bathroom to bedroom 3
En-suite bathroom to bedroom 4
En-suite bathroom to bedroom 5
There is a large but cosy lounge, with 2 convertible double sofa beds, collection of reading material, satellite TV, free wifi internet connection (plus laptop computer), DVD player and DVD library. There is also a wood-burning stove for those chilly evenings.
Other rooms
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Adjoining the lounge, is the large kitchen. We love this big, open-plan space... There is a huge kitchen table / benches and the kitchen offers you everything you might find in your own house.. Dishwasher, microwave, fridge-freezer, coffee maker, big cooker, toaster, loads of tasteful white crockery...
External facilities
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The attractive terrace (with barbecue) is a wonderful location for a relaxing drink or meal on a warm summer's evening. There are reclining seats, 2 large dining tables / benches and parasol if you need some more shade. The terrace leads out onto the large, private and family-friendly garden lawn and is a great spot for watching wild birds!
Additional information
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The entire house is furnished to a high standard - we have tried our best to stay 'uncluttered' and to only provide things that are either beautiful or useful for your holiday – or both!
* Certain items of furniture have also been hand-crafted by a local business, using sustainable wood sourced from their own forest.
* We also only use (and provide) environmentally-friendly cleaning products.
* All linen, towels, electricity and heating are included in the price of the rental. We also offer a free cleaning/linen change service for holiday lettings of over one week.
* All beds can be used as doubles or singles - really useful for mixed groups!
* Child-friendly holiday accommodation – we can provide useful items that will help you to enjoy your stay e.g. cots, toys, baby bath, stair gate, high chair...
* Every room has central heating and double-glazing, making this a fantastic holiday destination in winter too!
* Depending on the season, we enjoy providing free vegetables and free-range eggs from our own small-holding, just up the road!
* We also host Organic Gardening Residential Courses at certain times of the year. Please view our website for further details - link below.
Facilities
Singles Facilities
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Yes. We are able to offer facilities for singles.
Wedding Facilities
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Yes. We are able to offer wedding facilities.
General Amenities/Facilities
Satellite TV, TV, DVD, Internet Connection, Hairdryer, Central Heating, Cot, High Chair, Barbeque
Special Notes
Disabled Access
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Yes. We are able to offer facilities for disabled and/or wheelchair access. There is ground-floor bedroom with wheelchair access, private bathroom, enlarged doorways and ramp through French windows onto the terrace.
Child Friendly
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Yes. Our facilities are child friendly.
Pets Allowed
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Yes. Pets are welcome.
Biker Friendly
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Yes. We welcome guests on motorcycles.
Bikers Connect
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Yes. We will offer a minimum of 5% discount for Bikers Connect Members. We are delighted to offer Bikers Connect Members a minimum of 5% discount on all stays. Please quote your Bikers Connect Membership number when contacting us.
Management
Cleaning
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The property is cleaned every week, free of charge.
Is bed Linen provided
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Yes, bed linen is provided. There is a free 'linen change' service every week.
Are towels provided
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Yes, towels are provided. Each person is provided with bath and hand towels. These are changed weekly, or more frequently with prior arrangement.
Are beach towels provided
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No, please bring your own beach towels.
Special Interests
On Site
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Bird Watching, Painting, Walking/Rambling
Nearby
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Beach, Cycling, Fishing, Golf, Horse Riding, Water Sports
Activities
We are situated in the heart of the peaceful village of St Germain les Belles, just 30 minutes south of Limoges, in the Haute-Vienne region of Limousin (junction 42 of the A20 motorway).
If you really don't want to hire a car during your stay, you can find everything you need, right on your doorstep.. The village has several small, local shops (selling everything from bread and pastries to fruit and veg. ), a network of country walks, a rail service to Limoges and our village swimming lake!
During July and August, the lake can provide really great (and free!) entertainment for families with children. The sandy beach is often busy with local children or families from the adjoining campsite and there is also a lakeside bar, selling snacks and ice creams. There are also several play areas for the children and a lovely walk around.
Limousin is often called the 'French Lake District' and will offer you some of the most unspoiled, natural landscapes in France... We like to think of it as the ‘Real France’..
We are surrounded by swimming lakes, beaches and outdoor swimming pools. The beautiful Lake Vassiviere, Europe's largest man-made lake, is only 45 minutes away and is also the site of the national contemporary art gallery.
For the outdoor enthusiast and those guests who enjoy countryside rambling, there are numerous things to do and beautiful places to see. For cyclists, bicycle hire is available within the village and there are many local routes through quiet country villages. The abundance of lakes and rivers within Limousin also means that including the fantastic canoeing and sailing locations, it is also a great location for a fishing holiday in France.
We are only 30 minutes away from the attractive city of Limoges - famous for its porcelain and old quarter. Spend a day there and discover the interesting boutiques, medieval churches, restaurants and antique markets. The other historic towns and villages in our area are also well worth a visit, including Segur le Château, one of the most beautiful villages in France; Uzerche on the stunning Vézère River; Pompadour (La Cité du Cheval) and its frequent equestrian events and château…
Golf
Limoges Golf - course just 30 minutes away.
Further Details
Our village has some great local shops, restaurants, historic buildings along winding lanes and a family-friendly swimming lake (with bar and restaurant – a really lively place to be in summer!)
Limousin has been called the 'French Lake District' and will offer you some of the most unspoilt, natural landscapes in France. You are never far from a lake or meandering country walks across rolling hills and forests – come and experience a slower pace of life and true, rural French culture.
Bird-watchers and wildlife enthusiasts will not be disappointed – hoopoes, eagles, buzzards, wild boar, martens, red squirrels are all common here. Please contact us (link below) at any time for an up-to-date list of bird sightings.
The abundance of lakes and rivers within Limousin also means that including the fantastic canoeing and sailing locations, it is also a great location for a fishing holiday in France.
We are also only 30 mins away from the attractive city of Limoges - famous for its porcelain and old quarter. Discover the abundance of interesting boutiques, medieval churches, restaurants and antique markets. The other historic towns and villages in our area are also well worth a visit. For more information, please see the link to our website below.
Access and Availability
Changeover Day
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We are flexible on changeover dates and do not ask for a full week's stay outside of the summer period. If you stay for less than a week - you will be charged on a per night basis.
Open all year round
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Yes
Open Christmas
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Yes
Open New Year
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Yes
Booking Notes
Once the property has been provisionally booked, we send out our booking form and once we have received the 25% deposit, the property is booked! Full balance 8 weeks before the holiday start date.
We also offer significant discounts for smaller groups!
Rental Periods
1st September - 22 December 2009
700
Max. Capacity, 14 people
22 December - 5 January 2009
1450
Max. Capacity, 14 people
5 January - 1 April 2010
700
Max. Capacity, 14 people
1 April - 11 April 2010
1300
Max. Capacity, 14 people
11 April - 30 April 2010
1000
Max. Capacity, 14 people
30 April - 30 June 2010
1100
Max. Capacity, 14 people
1 July - 22 August 2010
1550
Max. Capacity, 14 people
22 August - 30 September 2010
900
Max. Capacity, 14 people
1 September - 22 December
450
Max. 6 People
5 January - 1 April
500
Max. 6 People
11 April - 30 April
600
Max. 6 People
30 April - 30 June
750
Max. 6 People
Additional notes on pricing
Price is per property but we can also give reductions if your group size is less than 7, out of high season. We do not have a fixed arrival day and out of season, we will not charge you for a whole week, if you do not stay a whole week!
Weekend rates (except July and August) - 550 euros.
Payment methods
Cheque, Cash, PayPal, Credit Card
Currencies Accepted
Euro
House Swap
House Swap considered, please contact the advertiser.
Contact Details for Booking Enquiries or Further Information
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