Le Tilleul Farmhouse - sleeps 8
Le Tilleul - lovely carbon neutral restored 3 bedroom cottage
In the Region of:Poitou-CharentesDeux-SevresTown:Le Breuil Coiffaud |
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Le Tilleul Farmhouse - (ref: 1373)
3 bed / 1 bath - sleeps 8 - Pool
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Property Description:
Le TilleulSitting by the shade of a beautiful lime tree, or in French, Le Tilleul, this restored 18th century stone cottage which can accommodate 8 people has 3 bedrooms, living room and dining area, fully-equipped kitchen and shower room with toilet.
The large combined livingroom/diningroom/kitchen with woodburner, beams and exposed stone walls, has a beautiful mezzanine which can be used as a sleeping area or just somewhere the children can play inside.
There are 3 large bedrooms of which 2 are twins and 1 large double
The gite has an outside dining area set in the secluded courtyard garden
Area Description:
Graeme and Graziella Swan welcome you to Le Tilleul part of Les Cygnes, three beautifully restored gites with a private pool 5 metre by 10 metre saltwater pool, set in 5 acres of peaceful French countryside.We are situated in the heart of Poitou-Charentes, on the west coast of France. This picturesque region has 2,250 hours of sunshine per year, making it the second sunniest region in France and, therefore, ideal for visiting from early spring to late autumn.
The region offers many attractions and the landscape is rich in beauty and colour, from the dazzling, yellow sunflower fields against an endless blue sky to the wild Atlantic coastline bordered by sand dunes and pine forests.
Les Cygnes is located in the small village of Le Breuil Coiffaud and is ideally situated as a touring base, a quiet holiday in the country or a bit of both. We have a large garden with plenty of room to stretch your legs, play games, have a picnic or simply sit and read a book.
The surrounding countryside is perfect for cycling, walking or horse riding, we can arrange lessons or treks round the countryside from Les Ecuries du Breuil one of the best stables in the department and only 5 minutes walk away.
The saltwater pool was installed in 2005 and is 5m by 10m, it is protected by an AFNOR approved pool alarm and is fenced for your safety and privacy. The large surrounding area also boasts a large cabana to provide plenty of shade, large parasols and loungers for your relaxation.
Les Cygnes is also well placed as a holiday destination with plenty of attractions such as Futuroscope, La Vallee des Singes, Zoorama close by and the safe beaches of the Atlantic coast as near as 1 hour 15 minutes away, there are of course many others detailed on our website www.lescygnes.net
Area Activities
The Lambon Leisure Lake at Prailles (42 km)Offers supervised swimming, windsurfing, canoeing, pedalos, picnic and games area and tourist train, all in a peaceful and picturesque woodland setting. www.lelambon.com.
Zoorama at Chize in the Forest of Chize (33 km)
Home to 600 animals native to Europe, such as wolves, European bisons, lynx, reptiles and amphibia. information page
The Silver Mines of the Frankish Kings,Melle (19 km).
Exploited between the 5th - 10th century, these are the oldest mines you can visit in Europe. The 320 metre long underground tour recreates the noises and atmosphere of working in the mine. www.mellecom.fr/mines.
Valley of the Apes in Romagne (38 km).
See gorillas, chimpanzees, gibbons, lemurs and capuchins and a host of other primates in a natural setting (some monkeys are free to roam around the visitors). There is also a petting zoo with mini-goats, ducks and chickens. The park is dedicated to conservation and in August 2004, they were proud to announce the birth of a baby gorilla. www.la-vallee-des-singes.fr.
Futuroscope in Poitiers (70 km).
This futuristic theme park features over 20 hi-tech attractions and is unique in Europe. www.futuroscope.com.
Le Venise Verte (Green Venice) or Le Marais Poitevin (59 km).
A green labyrinth of waterways, host to a wealth of wildlife and fauna. You can either hire a bike to explore the canals or take a leisurely punt on the water. Pony-trekking is also available. www.parc-marais-poitevin.fr.
La Colline Enchantee Animal Park in Hiesse (52 km).
40 different kinds of animals on 12 hectares of parkland. www.colline-enchantee.com.
Adventure Park, Massignac (89 km).
Adults and children aged 8 +, can enjoy 63 supervised, life-size activities including monkey bridges, tarzan jumps and, for the more brave individual, bungee jumping. There is also a mini adventure park for under-8s, complete with bouncy castles. www.aventure-parc-lacs-haute-charente.com.
Giants of the Sky, Chauvigny (82 km).
Admire 40 different species of birds, including condors, eagles and vultures in this educational show. www.geantsduciel.com.
Le Chateau des Enigmes, Pons (108 km).
A pirate-themed adventure park with castles, mazes, underground caves and hidden treasure. www.chateau-enigmes.com.
Serpent Island, La Trimouille (100 km).
See snakes, alligators, iguanas and a variety of other reptiles in a natural setting. www.ileauxserpents.com.
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Forest of Mervent in Mervent (89 km).
A nature-lover's paradise. Explore cliffs, lakes and rivers, go horseriding, mountain-biking, rock climbing or fishing. Also enjoy water sports and wildlife watching. www.mervent-foret.com
Les Antilles, Jonzac (101 km).
A covered, tropical water park with lagoon, sandy beach, wave machine, waterfalls and flumes. Also includes a beauty and fitness centre. Information site
The Aquarium, La Rochelle (105 km).
Features 10,000 specimens (including sharks) from the Atlantic, the Mediterranean and the Tropics in 65 aquariums. www.aquarium-larochelle.com.
Palmyre Zoo in Royan (118 km).
14 hectares of zoological parkland with 1,600 animals. www.zoo-palmyre.fr.
Le Puy du Fou (182 km).
One of the most spectacular sights in the whole of France. Gladiator, Vikings, Musketeers, bird displays, the list is too large - http://www.puydufou.com/fr/
Eurodisney
TGV trains departing from Poitiers station direct to Disneyland Paris take approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes.
Location informationBeach : 109 kmLake : 9 km River : 8 km Golf: 50 km Shops: 8 km Garage: 8 km Restaurant: 3 km Cafe: 2 km Airport: 75 km - Poitiers Ferry Port: 450 km - Caen nearest major town: 8 km - Chef Boutonne |
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FacilitiesBarbeque, Garden, Garden furniture, Car parking, Patio terrace, Freezer, Fridge, Iron, Oven, Cooker, Washing machine, Stereo, TV, DVD, incoming, outgoing local, |
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