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Family-friendly Pool & Tennis Court in large garden & orchard near Loire
- farmhouse2961 sq. ft.
- Sleeps: 11
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Min Stay: 3–7 nights
Converted farmhouse 5 beds, 3 bathroom in rural location near Loire
Bedrooms
Bed 1 - Upstairs Double
Bed 5 - Downstairs ensuite twin
Bed 2 - Upstairs Twin
Bed 4 - Upstairs 3 single beds
Bed 3 - Ground floor Double
See floor plan photo. Beds 1 & 2 upstairs at west end might suit one family with another family in Beds 3 & 4 at east end. Bed 5 ensuite for grandparents or other friends?
Amenities
Featured
- Swimming pool
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Fireplace
- Washer & Dryer
- Children Welcome
- Parking
- Heater
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 3
- Bathroom 1Toilet, combination tub/shower
- Bathroom 2Toilet, combination tub/shower
- Bathroom 3Toilet, shower
- See floor plan photo. Upstairs at the west end there is a bath and shower with a separate toilet. At the east end the bath, shower & toilet are together. The ensuite shower & toilet are through Bed 5 next to the kitchen
Safety features
- First aid kitIn the bathroom table drawer upstairs
- Smoke detectorUpstairs at both ends of the house
- Fire extinguisherIn the kitchen pantry with a fire blanket
- Exterior lighting
Location Type
- RuralAttractive rural location with large garden area and small wood
General
- coin laundry
- Telephone
- Air ConditioningFans are available if it gets too hot
- HeatingOil-fired central heating is available. Please ask Albert, our caretaker to put it on if needed
- Linens ProvidedSheets and bath towels provided
- Washing MachineModern clothes washing machine
- Clothes DryerWe have a clothes line outside as well as a modern clothes drier inside
- FireplaceBig open fireplace. Logs available from wood pile by garden shed.
- ParkingPlenty of space for parking vehicles away from the house
- InternetFully available throughout
- Towels ProvidedBath towels but not pool towels are provided so please bring some pool towels
- Fitness Room/EquipmentYou can go for a run up to the water tower and back to La Chapelle the other way. Keeps me fit!
- Wireless InternetThe Livebox provides internet in the house
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Basic Soaps
- Living RoomIncludes books, games and toys
Kitchen
- DishwasherModern dish washing Machine
- RefrigeratorLarge fridge/freezer with small fridge in utility room
- StoveGas hob with five rings
- OvenElectric oven
- MicrowaveGood microwave
- Grill
- Coffee MakerWe have a cafetiere and a filter coffee machine
- Toaster
- Pantry ItemsRaclette set Magimix Hand blender
- Dishes & UtensilsFully equipped for family use
- KitchenNew modern kitchen installed 2014
- Kettle
Dining
- Seating for 12 people
- Dining Area
- Childs Highchair
- DiningThe kitchen table seats 8 and the big table in the main living room seats 12
Entertainment
- StereoCD Player
- Books
- GamesWe dont provide a TV but in 30 years of rental we have never had a complaint. There are some tennis balls and old rackets but you are best bringing your own. Monopoly is the most popular game
- Games for Kids
- Toys
Outside
- Lawn/GardenEnjoy the garden, hammocks and croquet set, and all the fruit trees. You will find cherries, plums, green gages etc
- BicyclesPlease enjoy the six adult bicycles. Several have kids seats and baskets. We got them through our caretaker Albert so he will help if you have any problems.
- Deck/PatioThere is a big terrace by the pool and we always have an evening meal there when its warm. Its a bit of work bringing everything out but its well worth and with the lights on its magic!
- Outdoor Furniture
- TennisTennis court completed in 2012
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessible
Pool / Spa
- Outdoor Pool
- Heated Pool
- Private PoolPool normally not opened till mid-May. Ask Albert if you would like the pool heating.
Notes
- Attractive pool area, tennis court, 6 adult bikes with kids seats, lawns for croquet and other games. Even if its not very cold its great to light the big fire at least once. Do make use of the games, books and toys. Patrick, see housebook, will cook meals for you which he will deliver or you can collect. He always cooks a meal for us at least once every holiday.
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 allowed - Very family friendlyVery family friendly
No pets
Events allowed
Smoking allowed - Yes but only outsideYes but only outside
Max guests: 11
Minimum age of primary renter: 25
- Up to two extra guests can use barn. Please contact owners for prices. Report any problems to Albert our caretaker
Map
Hosted by Nigel Campbell
Ask a questionAbout Nigel Campbell
Freydis and I have lived in the Highlands of Scotland for the last 14 years. Our affection for this part of France dates back to 1979. We were lucky enough to live near Prunay for two years while Nigel worked as director for a small company in Tours. Our two boys, then aged 4 and 6, went to the local school and soon became fluent in French which has held them in good stead ever since. Before returning to the UK we spotted this farmhouse for sale and became the proud owners in 1982. Over the subsequent summers we dedicated our holidays to La Chapelle, and had great fun converting it into a comfortable holiday house. The swimming pool, gardens, orchard and little wood were added during the intervening years. More recently we added the tennis court and the kitchen was new in 2014.
Nigel Campbell purchased this farmhouse in 1980
Why Nigel Campbell chose Prunay-Cassereau
When I worked in Tours in 1978 we lived in this area. After two years I returned to the UK but we bought and converted this farmhouse as a place for holidays. We have been coming here ever since so we know the area very well and have many local friends. Every few years we make additions. First a pool, then conversion of the barn, then bicycles and now a tennis court. Our children and grandchildren have been coming here for 30 years. Although new to Homeaway we have many years of experience of renting La Chapelle.
What makes this farmhouse unique
Only four houses in this secluded hamlet. Large private grounds of four acres. House suits two families as bedrooms at each end of the house. Beautiful pool surrounded by hedge and flower beds. Six adult bicycles. Private tennis court. New kitchen in 2014. Two extra bedrooms available in the barn for large parties. Village play park and cafe within 3 mins. Chateaux, vineyards, churches, markets, museums and festivals within ten minutes. Loire chateaux only 40 mins away.
- Languages:
- french