Chateaubriant holiday farmhouse rental - Self catering Loire farmhouse, France

Set in the beautiful Western Loire only 6Km from the walled historic town of Chateaubriant, Hirondelle Farm nestles in the hamlet of Le Perray surrounded by peaceful fields of corn-on-the-cob and sunflowers. Hirondelle Farm is owned by Dave and Doreen Joyner, formerly of Bournemouth, UK. Dave now runs "Splinters" a complete renovation company. Whilst, Doreen, being an expert on holiday homes and all things French, is a regular guest on Jeremy Vine's Radio 2 programme on the BBC. The village of Saint Aubin des Chateaux, with its picturesque riverside picnic area, is less than a kilometer from the farm. The market town of Chateaubriant is a scenic bicycle ride of about 6 kilometers. The ferry port of Saint Malo is less than a two hour drive through some of the most beautiful parts of Brittany en route to the Western Loire. The lovely towns of Rennes, Angers, Laval, Nantes and St Nazaire are within an hour's drive from the Farm. As are the beaches at La Baule and St Brevin. The FarmHouse has been tastefully renovated and offers very comfortable accommodation. It has retained all the original French character with exposed beams and woodburning stoves. Private garden, including patio and BBQ, and parking facilities and an integrated above ground pool surrounded by timber decking, a children's play area with two swings and a see-saw. We also offer free bicycle loan to our self catering holiday guests. We are delighted to welcome families with children.

Views:rural

Floor Area:120

"Do you know this region with a Brittany heart, less than an hour from Nantes, Rennes, Angers and the Atlantic coast? Just for the day, or a week-end, or even more, the Land of Blue Stone is waiting for you to discover it. Enjoy your visit Welcome to the Chateaubriant District," (Chateaubriant Tourist Office)

Rental notes: The accommodation is excellent and we have tried to think of everything you may need during your holiday. Rental rates are per week Sunday to Sunday and include all linen (English pillows are provided), crisp cotton sheets, fluffy hand and bath towels, gas for cooking, and water for basic domestic use. Electricity will be charged at the rate of 20 cents per unit, in our experience the average cost of electricity in France is about 18 €uros (£12) per week in the summer. Some electrical points are UK, no need to bring an adaptor! A 25% non-returnable deposit is required at the time of booking, the remainder to be paid 6 weeks prior to arrival. A 200 € Euro or £150 cash deposit is payable on arrival to cover any damage. This will be returned on departure minus any necessary deductions. Guests are asked to arrive no earlier than 1.00pm and to leave by 10.00 am on departure day, although sometimes arrangements can be made for an earlier arrival. Please note the rental rates quoted are for the holiday home, NOT per person.

It offers a lounge and dining area, kitchen, 3 bedrooms (carpeted) and two bathrooms. It has a large, private garden, a 5.5 metre integrated above ground pool surrounded by timber decking, a childrens' play area, patio, BBQ and parking. All ceilings in the FarmHouse downstairs are original French oak, upstairs there are vaulted ceilings with exposed French oak beams. Large lounge, 6 metres by 6 metres with comfy sofas. A woodburner in the original French fireplace. Good sized family dining area with a French farmhouse table and chairs. Beautiful fully fitted, custom built, family kitchen with breakfast bar, gas hob, electric oven, fridge, freezer, dish washer, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, all cutlery, crockery and kitchen utensils. A downstairs twin bedroom, bedside cabinet, dressing table and wardrobe. Two good sized bedrooms, one en suite. Plus the main bathroom with toilet, fitted vanity unit and shower. The triple room, one double bed and one single bed, is a good sized family room. Bedside cabinets, dressing tables and built in wardrobe. The double room, bedside cabinets, a dressing table and built in wardrobe. An en suite bathroom with toilet, fitted vanity unit and shower. A cot, high chair, buggy and changing mat are available for the FarmHouse. The accommodation is excellent and we have tried to think of everything you may need during your holiday.

Outside Area:A large private, enclosed garden, with patio, garden furniture and a French BBQ. An above ground 5.5 metre pool, surrounded by timber decking, for the sole use of guests in the FarmHouse. Two swings for the children.