PREFONTAINE Cottage - sleeps 6
This quiet renovated 17th century winemakers cottage is ideally situated in the vineyards at the foot of Sancerre hill, in beautiful countryside just one mile from the river Loire .
In the Region of:Loire ValleyCherTown:SANCERRE |
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PREFONTAINE Cottage - (ref: 1222)
3 bed / 1 bath - sleeps 6 - Pool
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Property Description:
Prefontaine is set in its nice tree filled private garden just off the local road. It is especially suitable for smaller groups and families. The house retains all its character and charm with exposed beams, fireplace. It is spectacularly situated amongst the vines, with views are over Sancerre hill and the neighbouring vineyards. The house is available for winter rents and is fitted with full heating.Accommodation
Ground-Floor
Entrance : this opens to the first floor staircase , living room, bedroom 1 and laundry
Kitchen/dining room - large very well equipped kitchen. Dining table sits 8 comfortably. Fridge, oven and hob, dishwasher
Living room - traditional style, with large beams, convertible lounge
Bedroom 1 - double bedroom
Toilet
Laundry - sink + washing machine
First Floor
Bedroom 2 - with double bed
Bedroom 3 - 2 single beds
Bathroom corner spa bath/shower , double hand basins and toilet
Outside
The property has its own private drive leading off the country road with parking space for three car set in rolling country side of fields, trees and vines. The whole estate is free to residents without any neighbours. Next to kitchen/dining room are two small terraces and an above-ground swimming pool (3,5 m x 7,5m).
Area Description:
The Mediaeval town of Sancerre ( 20 minutes walk ) attracts visitors as much for its picturesque streets as its world famous white wine .The nearest village, Menetreol sous Sancerre (10 minutes walk ) is also charming and very ancient winemakers village alongside the Canal Lateral ,facilities include two bar/restaurants, village baker and post officeSancerre, with 2000 inhabitants has twelve restaurants that will provide you with local specialities, several handicraft shops and two local bakers three butchers.
Two supermarkets outside of town both 1.5km away provide also both petrol
Area Activities
Locally within 5 minutes drive, in St Satur, next to the river Loire there are tennis courts, fishing, public swimming pool, canoeing down the river. Also Bike on rail from St Satur to Cosne is available. In St Satur, on Thursdays traditional market where local produce is available for sale.For the golfer, there is an 18 hole and a 9 hole courses, also in St Satur
Sundays and Wednesdays the market of Cosne/Loire attracts many visitors. Only 15 minutes drive away . It is a larger center with many more shops .
Only 30 minutes drive is Bourges (capital of Berry and former capital of France) with its splendid cathedral, or Nevers (seat of Dukes of Burgundy).
In our department : Le Cher, you can follow the Route Jacques Coeur with its numerous castles; you can also drive further to the Loire Castles, 1hour and a half away from Prefontaine .
There are a large variety of places of interest and numerous country type pursuits in the surrounding areas. There are many interesting towns and villages to visit in the region. The property is set in one of the most renown white wine regions of France (Sancerre), providing many opportunities to try and buy a range of wines, many at very reasonable prices. There are numerous local restaurants in the area offering good food at very reasonable prices.
Indeed, the area has something to offer all age groups and interests.
Travelling
The house is about a 2 hour drive South of Paris. 8 km from the motorway A77
Location informationRiver : 2 kmGolf: 2 km Shops: 2 km Garage: 2 km Restaurant: 1 km Cafe: 1 km Airport: 200 km - PARIS nearest major town: 50 km - BOURGES |
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FacilitiesEnclosed Garden furniture, Car parking, Patio terrace, Dishwasher, Freezer, Fridge, Iron, Oven, Cooker, Washing machine, TV, |
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