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Lovely Country Cottage With Views, Pond, Garden & Terrace, set In 5 acres.
- cottage1076 sq. ft.
- Sleeps: 4
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Min Stay: 4 nights
Beautiful Holiday Home in the Allier 03 in a wonderfully peaceful situation.
Bedrooms
Bedroom 1
Description of sleeping capacity: Sleeps 2 (1 Bedroom) Notes on bedrooms: There is one huge bedroom of 48m2 with a queen size double bed with an electric blanket. There is also large wardrobe, dressing table, pine chest for spare duvets, large carpet, lots of windows, balconette with superb views and a sitting area.
Amenities
Featured
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Fireplace
- Washer & Dryer
- Parking
- No Smoking
- Heater
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom 1Toilet, tub, shower, bidet
- The bathroom leads off the bedroom and comprises a toilet, bath with shower and security handle, washbasin with cupboard, towel rail, towel heater, hair dryer, shaver socket.
Safety features
- Deadbolt lock
- First aid kitKitchen
- Smoke detectorLiving room/kitchen
- Fire extinguisherKitchen
- Carbon monoxide detectorIn the living room near the log burner
- Exterior lighting
Location Type
- RuralThe gite is in a very rural setting with no near neighbours and with views over the surrounding meadows. You are guaranteed peace and tranquility
General
- TelephoneAvailable for free calls to land lines in most parts of the world from our office on site.
- Air Conditioning
- HeatingReversible warm air/air con system in bedroom and living room, heated towel rail in the bathroom., wood burning stove, electric under blanket with individual controls provided
- Linens ProvidedGood quality ironed bed sheets provided plus pillow cases, duvet cover, and mattress cover and protection provided.
- Washing MachineNew Bosch washing machine provided in the kitchen area.
- Clothes DryerClothes can be hung to dry under cover in the hangar near the gite.
- FireplaceWood burning stove that heats the whole gite.
- ParkingAmple room next to the gite for secure parking.
- InternetWireless Internet provided free of charge
- Towels Provided2 large bath towels provided with clean towels available mid-week
- Wireless InternetGood reception from a modem attached by cable to the main modem.
- Wood StoveWood burning stove that heats the whole house.
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Toilet Paper
- Living RoomThe living room is huge and comprises a sitting area with sofa, easy chairs, large coffee table, radio and CD player. The dining area has a round table and a cabinet for glasses etc. There is a 24hr wood burning stove which heats the bedroom as well.
- Baby Gate
Kitchen
- DishwasherNew dishwasher provided.
- RefrigeratorWith freezer compartment
- StoveBoth are gas
- OvenGas hob and oven
- Microwave
- Grill
- Coffee MakerA coffee percolator and another type of coffee maker provided.
- ToasterNormal 2 slice electric toaster provided
- Blender
- Ice Maker
- Dishes & UtensilsA large selection of dishes, saucepans, and cookming utensils provided. If you need anything that hasn't been provided we will always lend you ours if we have one.
- KitchenThe corner kitchen has a gas oven and gas hob, a fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, microwave with oven and grill, electric kettle, toaster, coffee maker, extractor fan, large work surface, lots of stainless steel pots and pans, crockery, etc.
- Kettle
Dining
- Seating for 6 people
- Dining Area
Entertainment
- DVD PlayerSmall radio and music DVD player provided.
- BooksLarge selection of books for rfeading or exchange. Outdoor table tennis table with balls and bats.
- GamesThere are a variety of board games.
- Ping Pong Table
Outside
- Lawn/Garden2 fully reclining chairs, table with 4 chairs, sun shade and barbecue, provided on the terrace. Flower garden in front of the terrace, large pond with water lillies and fish. Lots of shade.
- BalconyBalconette overlooking the veggie aden
- Kayak/CanoeUnsinkable Canadian type canoe for 2 persons, provided for use on the River Allier. We charge 25€ for a full day with delivery and collection to and from the river.
- BicyclesBoth cross country and road bikes available.
- BoatUnsinkable Canadian type canoe for use on the River Allier. Holds 2 people. Life jackets proveded
- Beach Chairs
- Deck/PatioLarge terrace with flower beds and views to the large pond.
- Outdoor Furniture
- TennisWe have a local club with an artificial grass court, in excellent condition, which is playable in all weathers
- GolfThere is a 180m practise range at Les Houlins (bring your own clubs and balls). There are 2 18 hole courses within 3/4 of an hour from us, with other excellent courses further afield
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessible
- Long-term Renters Welcome
Notes
- Notes on accommodation: Telephone calls to most parts of the world are free as is unlimited wireless broadband internet connection. We provide a selection of bicycles free of charge, table tennis, darts, badminton and pétanque (boules), golf driving range, grass jogging track and canoeing facilities. Guests with toddlers should be aware that there is a large unfenced pond about 50 metres from the house which could constitute a danger. We can provide a gate at the top of the stairs to prevent toddlers falling down them. Outside: In front of the house there is a space for parking 1 or 2 cars, a table and chairs for breakfast in the sun. On the other side of the house, accessible through the French window or around the house there is a large private terrace surrounded by flower beds and a large area of grass which overlooks the pond and meadows. Two more tables and chairs are provided as well as 2 loungers. We provide 2 all terrain bicycles in good condition free of charge. Road bikes are also available if required. Table tennis, darts, and canoeing on the river Allier. There is a charge of 25 euros a day for the canoe for 2 adults including all transport, life jackets, etc. We have just added a 180 metre driving range for golf enthusiasts on part of our land. Please bring your own practice balls and clubs. Utility Room: None. Cleaning / Towels / Linen / Maid service: Towels and bedlinen are provided free of charge and changed weekly. There is a vacuum cleaner, cleaning materials, first aid kit, fire extinguisher and smoke detector. We clean the cottage thoroughly between lettings, including the windows. Other: Part of the living area comprises an entrance area with table, mirror and an area to hang coats.
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
- 50% refund (minus the service fee) if you cancel at least 7 days before check-in.
- No refund if you cancel less than 7 days before check-in.
Damage and Incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children not allowed
No pets
No events
No smoking
Max guests: 4 (sleeps up to 2 adults)
- During the Coronovirus pandemic, if there is a new lockdown (confinement) or a closure of borders preventing you from coming to Les Houlins we will re
Cleaning practices
Cleaned with disinfectant
All towels and bedding washed in hot water that’s at least 60ºC/140ºF
Check in and check out with no person-to-person contact
High-touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant (like countertops, light switches, handles, and faucets)
Follows industry health association: Sanitary Protocol (UNPLV - France)
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Hosted by Adrian and Shamsiah Collett
Ask a questionAbout Adrian and Shamsiah Collett
Shamsiah and I are kind of retired. Until recently we had a small business helping Anglophones to find and purchase properties in the Allier. We also had a training consultancy business in England. This has been our principal residence since the early part of 2019, although, when the Covid 19 crisis is finally over we will resume our former habit of back packing to different parts of the world during the winter. Once the grass starts growing and the vegetable garden gets under way it is difficult to leave because there is so much work to do. We love the countryside and apart from working on the 'estate' we play tennis, walk, cycle, enjoy the local social activities, listen to music and read.
Adrian and Shamsiah Collett purchased this cottage in 1991
Why Adrian and Shamsiah Collett chose Pouzy-Mesangy
We were advertising Les Houllins when it was for sale in 1991, fell in love with it ourselves and decided to buy it. After 5 or 6 years of flying visits to dig up floors, chip the decaying crepi off the walls, lay new floors and replace the roof, etc. we had the house in a more or less in habitable state. Then came the second house on the end of the barn which is now the house which we let. We also fell in love with the area which is easily reached by car or train from the UK, has lovely countryside of meadows, hedgerows, deciduous forest, lakes and rivers (Le bocage Bourbonais). The crime rate is very low, almost no traffic on the roads, a very lively local French community with lots of cultural and sporting events and activities all the year round. Above all, lots of sunshine.
What makes this cottage unique
The location is very quiet with no near neighbours and virtually no passing traffic save the occasional tractor. It is the only house to let on the property so visitors don't have to share facilities with others. Although we live on site the gite is very private with its own terrace out of sight of our house. It has it own pond full of fish and other wild life which is a constant source of joy to our guests. We have a country restaurant within walking or cycling distance, a local town with all the facilities which is also cycling distance - and we provide a choice of road or cross country bikes (we have 10 altogether) and a canoe - many of our guests love to canoe down the river Allier to the lovely village of Apremont where we collect them. There are also masses of other things to do in the locality including two 18 hole golf courses, tennis courts, swimming outdoors or indoors, riding, or just relaxing and enjoying nature.
- Languages:
- english, french, Malay