Chez Retorit - Spacious Converted Barn

Region:	Poitou-Charentes	Ref. No:	387
Department:	Charente	Rent per month:	From £800 pm
Dept No:	16	Long letting period:	Available year round for long lets
Location:	4 kms from Blanzac	Min. rental period:	1 week
Situation:	Hamlet	Bedrooms:	2 Double bedrooms. 1 Twin bedroom. 1 Bunks for 2.
Property Type:	House - Detached	Sleeps:	8

Chez Retorit

9 x 4 metre swimming pool

Description of Property: The barn has been sympathetically restored and is in good decorative order. The property is equipped with fridge/freezer, oven, micro-wave, dish washer, washing machine, satellite TV, DVD, Stereo. The house has panoramic views of beautiful undulating countryside surround the house, which is situated outside the hamlet of Perignac and half a mile from the nearest road. While enjoying a peaceful and secluded position at the end of a private lane, the house is only 5 minutes away from the small town of Blanzac.

Double bedroom

Kitchen

Outside Amenities: The barn has a private garden, terrace and bbq. The swimming pool is 9x4m and has a movement sensitive safety alarm system. There is a large covered terrace leading from the Hall where there is a large table with seating for 8 to take advantage of the views. There are sun loungers and chairs for around the pool and garden. Plenty of space to kick a ball around or ride bikes. There is a rotary drying washing line with a marvelous view when you're pegging out!

View from the house

Surrounding Area: Chez Retorit’ provides a relaxing and comfortable base for a holiday that will provide plenty of variety for young and old alike whatever their interests. The barn’s location in south Charente on the edge of the Dordogne is a perfect base from which enjoy a variety of activities including walking, bird-watching, cycling, horse riding, fishing, canoeing, tennis, golf, river/lake swimming, quad-biking, jet-ski. Llama trekking. Wine tasting, boat excursions and market browsing. Fun for all can be had at a ‘Centre Parcs’ type complex newly opened at Jonzac 20 mins away. There are many historic landmarks and towns to visit: the monolithic church at Aubeterre, Brantome - a ‘little Venice’, various chateaux, the caves at Lascaux. Charente enjoys a microclimate that provides the second highest number of sunny days after the south of France. This is a beautiful unspoiled part of France. Sunflowers are in abundance as is the wildlife. Birds of prey are often seen soaring in the valley, lizards crawl lazily up the walls and hares meander through the garden. The wild flowers are varied and numerous. This is wine country and many of the chateaux in the Bordeaux region give tours and tastings. Tours of the Cognac producer’s facilities are a very popular way to spend a day. Pineau, a local aperitif, is sold throughout the region from farmhouses. Of course it is very easy to buy the food to accompany the wine. All the local towns have weekly markets which provide a true taste of France. Wide choices of restaurants are waiting to serve you if you want to eat out.

While enjoying a peaceful and secluded position at the end of a private lane, the house is only 5 minutes away from the small town of Blanzac. This is a typical ‘Charentesse’ town with a plenty of amenities, dominated by its Romanesque church. All the shops you could need, for day to day living, are to be found here and there is also a small market on Saturday mornings as well as a tourist information centre. A little further away are the towns of Montmoreau, Chalais and Aubterre. Montmoreau, is at 12 kms and is slightly bigger than Blanzac; there are good restaurants in the town and a good size Wednesday morning market. Aubeterre is 20 mins south of Pérignac and is officially classed as one of the most beautiful villages of France. It is a great place to visit, for its beach on the river Dronne, (tennis, boules, canoeing etc.), lovely restaurants, Chalais has a wonderful weekly market and a large supermarket. Delicious regional food and wine. Lots to see and do.

Angouleme is the nearest city, perched on top of what is called locally, “le balcon de l’Aquitaine” the balcony of the Aquitaine, enjoying 360° views for miles around. It has been inhabited since at least the year 600, the Cathedral has an incredible carved façade, and the ramparts go round most of the old quarters. It has a multitude of restaurants of every style, taste and price, a typical local custom is to go into town early, wander around looking at the terraces and choosing your restaurant. The old quarters show some fine examples of renaissance buildings, wall art, trompe l’oeil, museums, chic boutiques and book shops.
Angouleme is famous for it’s' festivals which start in January with the cartoon/comic strip festival, the “Musique Metisses” in May, the classic car race and rallye, “le Circuit des Remparts” in September and the piano festival, “Piano en Valois” in October.

Coast/Beach
The barn is only an hour (by car) from Bordeaux and from the pine backed, sandy beaches of the Atlantic which are very popular with surfers and sailors. These are all long and sandy and when near towns, such as Royan, have various organised activities and places to hire equipment. Further details at the house.

Golf
There are various golf courses within easy reach - Aubeterrre (one of the prettiest villages in France) where there is also a swimming beach and canoe hire (approx 25 mins), Angouleme an 18 hole course (appox 30 mins) and Cognac which is a little more challenging (approx 40 mins) Further details can be found at the house.

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Heating system:	Central heating (Gas). Hot water with wood burner.
Services / Facilities:	Mains water. Septic tank. Electricity. Telephone. Satellite TV. VCR. DVD. Hi-fi.
Kitchen Facilities:	Conventional oven. Hob. Microwave. Combined Fridge/Freezer. Dishwasher. Washing Machine. Toaster. Freezer could be supplied.
Additional Info:	Children welcome. No smokers. No pets allowed. BBQ. Pool. Cot is available. There is a file in the house containing lots of information on things to see and do and ideas for days out. Guests are invited to make recommendations for others.

Distance to Nearest (in kms):

Village/Town:	Blanzac 4 kms	Airport:	Bordeaux 100 kms, Bergerac 80 kms, Angouleme 30 kms
Supermarket:	Blanzac 4 kms	Train Station:	Angouleme 30 kms
Shops:	Blanzac 4 kms	Bus Station:	Blanzac 4 kms
Market:	Blanzac 4 kms	Port:	N/A

Pricing Info: £800 per month September to June. Prices exclude utilities except between June and September. Logs can be arranged through the owners and paid for separately. Rental payments in pounds to be paid each month in advance with an extra month’s rent paid at the beginning of the term as a security deposit.

Availability: This property is available year round for longer lets.

Our preference is to let for longer terms between September and June

This property is available for weekly summer holiday rentals.

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Name:	Richard Gifford	Languages spoken:	English
Telephone No 1:	+44 (0)1435 862876	Time to contact:	Anytime before 9pm
Telephone No 2:	+44 (0)7515 504013	Time to contact:	Anytime before 9pm

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