Traditional Limestone Cottage With Swimming Pool, Attractive Terrace And Good La
- Cottage
- Sleeps: 9
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Separate Toilets: 2
- Min. Stay: 7 nights
Rooms and beds
Bedrooms: 4(Sleeps: 9)
Bedroom 1
single (2)
Bedroom 4
double
Bedroom 3
double
Bedroom 2
double
Bathrooms: 2, Separate Toilets: 2
Shower room 1
Bath with shower
Bathroom 4
Shower · Bidet
Toilet 1
Toilet
Toilet 2
Toilet
Spaces
- Kitchen
- Living Room
- Deck/Patio
- DiningSeating for 8 people
- Garden
- Kitchenette
Amenities
Featured
- Swimming pool
- Internet
- Fireplace
- TV
- Satellite or Cable
- Washer & Dryer
- Children Welcome
- Parking
- No Smoking
- Heater
Safety features
- Smoke detectorAround the house
- Exterior lighting
- First-aid kitKitchen
- Fire extinguisherKitchen
Location Type
- riverThe Charente river is the dominating feature of the area. it does not go through Julienne but is accessible with Gabarrier boats on the river.
- villageJulienne is a very sleepy village, very much a dormitory suburb now. The Marie hosts an interesting outside sculpture display and there is a working tonnellery. Easy access to many areas.
- townJarnac 10 minutes away, an old, pretty town. It has the Francois Mitterand museum, boat trips and the Courvoisier distillery, worth a visit. The park opposite is a nice place for a walk and play
- RuralThe house is at the end of an old village and completely surrounded by vineyards with at least 2 local Cognac distilleries. The whole area is crossed with small lanes going through pretty villages.
- waterfrontThe Charente river runs through Jarnac, just 8 minutes away.There is a walk and a park along side the river with a cafe and icecream stall. Water sports available on the river
- beachThe house is about an hours drive from the coast. There are 2 man mad beaches, Chateauneuf on the river, protected area safe swimming and Le plan de Yrieix , full beach about 20 minutes drive away.
General
- HeatingElectric heaters in every room and fans for the hot months
- Wood stoveAntique wood burner in the corner of the lounge
- Hair dryer
- FireplaceThere is a large open fireplace in the kitchen, keeps the area lovely and warm in the cooler months
- Basic soaps
- Parking availableThere is a secure, electronically operated gate that gives access to the private grounds. A large overhang from the barn gives plenty of cover to protect cars
- Towels availableWe provide a hand towel, bath towel and pool towel per person.
- Iron & board
- Toilet paper
- Washing machineFamily sized washing machine with some washing tablets provided
- InternetWifi.
- Linens providedAll beds are made ready for you. Who wants to start a holiday by having to make the beds? If you want a change of linen it is 25 euros per bed and must be organised at the start of the holiday
- Wireless InternetYes.
- Garagecovered space, sheltered from the sun with room for 2 cars
- Clothes dryer
- Baby Gate
- Shampoo
- Paper towels
- launderette
Kitchen
- MicrowaveNew digital microwave this year
- Coffee maker6 cup coffee maker
- Pantry itemsThere are a good number of all sizes of plates, dishes and glasses.
- DishwasherFamily size dishwasher.
- Dishes & utensilsThe kitchen is well stocked. Large family size cooking dishes and saucepans. Lots of cutlery, plates etc. Melamine for the outside area for safety by the pool.
- BBQ
- HobThe cooker is a dual fuel range with gas hob.
- Kettle
- OvenLarge duel fuel range cooker with electric fan oven, separate electric oven and grill.
- FridgeFridge / freezer.
- Toaster2 slice toaster plus the grill on the range cooker.
Dining
- Childs highchair
Entertainment
- Games roomFull size table tennis table in the barn by the pool
- ToysThere are some pool toys. There is also a wooden swing in the garden.
- GamesThere is a full size table tennis table with bats and balls in the conservatory
- BooksThere are a variety of books in the lounge that guests have left and exchanged
- TelevisionThere is a large 49 inch TV on the wall in the lounge
- Satellite/Cable
- Video games
- Video libraryLarge collection of DVDs.
- Ping pong table
- DVD player
Outside
- Kayak/canoeThere are two companies locally that run Kayaking. One is on the road to Chateauneuf and the other in Jarnac. Full details in the information folder in the house
- Beach towels
- Outdoor Furniture
- TennisLocally there are a couple of clubs where guests can play tennis. Also large park on the riverside in Jarnac which has tennis courts for hire
- GolfThe area is well served with superb golf courses which make this an ideal all year round destination particularly as the house has full gas central heating and a large wood burner in the lounge.
- BicyclesWe do not provide bicycles but there is a local company with a very good reputation that we recomend. They hire bike and all safety equipment and deliver and collect.
- Deck chairs
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessible
Pool / Spa
- Outdoor pool
- Private poolWithin the high walled grounds there is a heated private pool that includes a spa area, shallow paddling area for children and a waterfall. It is 6.5m x 3.5m x 1.4m
- Heated pool
Onsite Services
- Housekeeper optional
Notes
- Notes on accommodation: Front door leads to kitchen, dining area from kitchen, lounge and sunroom either side. Hallway leads outside, shower room, door to garden and gates. narrow stairs with bend at the bottom. Right at the top a bedroom, shower room and toilet, left are the other bedrooms with wardrobes, drawer units, shelving, mirrors and hairdryers. Outside: Garden is gated, side of house is gravelled, table, chairs and mature trees and green area .Beyond is gravelled drive and large barns. Barns provide shaded parking, round to swimming pool, beach area, fountain and infinity end, 6.5m x 3.5m depth 1.4m. Top is a barn, games area, BBQ, sunroom overlooks pool and barn. Property is fenced with electronic gates, no part is shared. Utility Room: Washing machine, sink, iron, board and hanger. Cleaning / Towels / Linen / Maid service: All bed linen supplied, waterproof protectors available. Bath, hand and pool towel per guest, thorough clean at change over. Other:
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
- 50% refund (minus the service fee) if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
- No refund if you cancel less than 14 days before check-in.
Damage and Incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property that is caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children allowed
No events
No smoking
Max guests: 9
Cleaning practices
Check in and check out with no person-to-person contact
Minimum one-day vacancy between guests’ stays
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Hosted by Sue Ward
Ask a questionAbout Sue Ward
We both work in IT in busy, demanding jobs. We live in London and escape to France at every opportunity and feel that the house is very much a home from home. We spend as much time as we can there and although have no plans to move to France on a permanent basis we would like to spend longer periods of time there. As life can be so hectic the one thing the house does is put everything back into perspective. Whether you like a busy time visiting jazz festivals or watching the red squirrels in the garden there is something for you
Sue Ward purchased this Cottage in 2012
Why Sue Ward chose Julienne
It is in a small village, traditionally people commute from here for work. Very peaceful rural area where you can walk or cycle in the beautiful countryside. Often on walks it is possible to see local birds of prey and many other species of wildlife. There are hedgehogs visiting the pool, coypu's, there is a lot of deer locally and wild boar which can be seen on occasion. The property has been modernised and changed over the years we have owned it, there is still more work I would like to do but that is always the case with a home. We put every amenity in the house that we think you would need or want, most of the basics are out for your use and we try to cover eventualities that might arise. It is an old building, the age is on the side of the house and as such has its own special ambience. Going up the stairs please be aware of the ping pong ball to warn tall people of low ceilings.
What makes this Cottage unique
Peaceful, calm atmosphere in a lovely traditional setting with every thing provided that we think you will require.
- Languages:
- english, french