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Enchanting barn in rural hamlet(3*gite)With Wi-Fi

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Property Description

A newly converted 17th century barn lovingly restored to retain its character and history. Originally built before the Vendee wars but burned by troops of the revolution in the 18th century.

Property Details

Evidence of this can be seen on the stones of the walls where the colour has turned from creamy yellow to a rose hue.
It is spacious with lots of natural light and is furnished to the highest standard for 6 guests. A perfect base for exploring the Vendee and its history - or simply relax and enjoy rural France and its Atlantic coastline. The barn is located near the village of Sigournais and its medieval chateau. The nearest large shopping centre is 10 minutes away in Chantonnay although there is a shop in Sigournais where you can buy virtually everything that you might need and this is only 5 minutes away. The Vendee is renowned for its excellent climate - as much sunshine as the Cote d'Azur.

The ground floor has a large open plan area comprising a living area and a fully fitted and fully equipped kitchen, a large shower room with WC, wash-basin and heated towel rail. There is also a separate WC room with wash-basin.

The living area includes two settees (one of which converts to a double bed), an armchair, and a wood burning fire as well as central heating. It has a TV for playing videos, a DVD player and a mini hi-fi system for radio, audio-cassettes and CDs. This area also includes an armoire for storing coats and clothes.

The kitchen and dining area, includes an built in oak table with six stools. The well equipped kitchen area has extensive fitted cupboards, a washing machine, a dishwasher, a microwave, a large fridge/freezer, an oven, a 4-ring hob and all cutlery, crockery, and other equipment for all day to day needs. There is a fire extinguisher and smoke alarm.

There is a double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and a seating area in the bay window.

Open tread staircase leading to the mezzanine.

On the mezzanine there are twin beds (this was originally the hayloft) - so headroom is low but adequate and quaint. If you have 3 children we can put another bed here. There are large built - in wardrobes with storage area for suitcases.

Outside there is a paved patio with built in dining/seating area and views into open fields. A garden shed contains the garden chairs and on the patio there is a bench and a BBQ.

Spend a day at the beaches of Sable d'Olonne, la Tranche or la Faute, take a boat out in the Marais Poitevin (green Venice of France). Go for lunch in La Rochelle and antique hunt in the afternoon or see the sights. The Lac du Rochereau, 5 minutes from the Barn, is probably one of the most beautiful spots you have ever seen. You can swim from its beach, take a boat out, have a picnic, admire and paint the views, or try fishing for carp. Go for a day's sightseeing or shopping in Nantes or Poitiers. Nearby there's riding, horse racing, surfing, water sports, cycling, running, golfing and even night clubs for the enegetic! Also there's ballooning, bird watching, walks, forests, canoeing, many places of historic interest, markets, a zoo, villages, lots of bars and restaurantsfor the not so energetic. Sigournais is only 25km from the Puy du Fou, the second biggest tourist attraction in France after the Eiffell tower. This is a spectacular day out for all the family.

Rental Policy

No smoking and no pets as farmland nearby

Arrival Times

4pm to arrive and 10am to leave

Additional Rate and Deposit Information

20% deposit secures your booking
£120 security deposit is required
Minimum stay is a week

Amenities

• Phone
• Radio
• Hunting Near By
• Washer and Dryer
• DVD Player
• Fishing Near By
• Stove
• Stereo
• Hi-Speed Internet
• Fireplace

Rental Rates

USD 305.00 to USD 515.00 per week

Owner Details

Name: Vanessa Labern
Phone: 0044(0)7971402370