House to rent,Lherm Lot(Midi-Pyrénées)La Grancho

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Property N°17-46-162
La Grancho
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La Grancho Lherm Lot (46), Midi-Pyrénées Description : “La Grancho” – perfect for a relaxing holiday – set in 7 acres of grounds, with private salt water swimming pool. The house has been completely renovated, retaining exposed stonework and original timbers wherever possible. Its slightly elevated position offers lovely views of the surrounding countryside and the tiny rural hamlet of Estanels below.
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Floor Area : 196 m² 1 Lounge Area(s) Description The spacious lounge has comfortable seating including 2 large sofas and armchairs and a wood burning stove for spring and autumn evenings. TV, video recorder, DVD player, radio/cassette/CD player and a small library of books. Dining Room The spacious, light dining room has seating for 12 around a huge farmhouse table. There is also an outside table and chairs for 12. Kitchen The large fitted kithen is equipped with all modern appliances (dishwasher, washing machine, fridge/freezer, 4 ring stove with oven and grill). Plenty of cupboards and worksurfaces. Well equipped with ample pots and pans, crockery etc.for 12 people. 4 Bathroom(s) / Toilet(s) Description 2 en suite shower rooms with shower cubicle, washbasin and toilet, a further shower room plus a bathroom. There are 5 toilets in all - one in each shower/bathroom plus a separate downstairs cloakroom. All have tiled floors, modern sanitary fittings and plumbing, shaver/power points and mirrors. 5 Bedroom(s) Description 2 Double Bedrooms, 2 Twin Bedrooms, 1 Family Bedroom. Both double bedrooms have ensuite shower rooms. Family room has twin beds plus bunk beds. There are 2 cots. All bedrooms have hanging and storage space, and retain timber and stone features.
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Home Features TV, Video, DVD, Radio/CD/Cassette player, Board Games plus a small library of books. Lots of tourist information and maps including many circular walks. Garden features Private Salt Water Swimming Pool. Terraces for outside eating. BBQ. Table Tennis. Parking for several cars. There are 7 acres of grounds so space is not a problem. Ample outside furniture, tables and chairs, sun loungers and parasols. Plenty of areas for sunbathing plus many shady areas to relax. Activities nearby Lherm is a small but very picturesque village. It has a bar/tabac, which sells bread. The nearest town is Prayssac, which is about ten minutes by car. It has two supermarkets, many small shops, butchers, bakers etc., banks, restaurants, bars and a cinema. There is a very popular and colourful market every Friday morning. During the summer months there are many outdoor activities. Almost every village (including Lherm) has at least one fete or festival. There are outside meals with dancing, candlelit processions and firework displays on the banks of the River Lot. The area is rich in history with plenty to see and do. Picturesque villages and Romanesque churches abound. The historic city of Cahors, with the narrow streets of its medieval quarter, built within a loop of the River Lot, is about 25 kms to the southeast. Spanning the river is the famous 14th century fortified Pont Valentre. The cathedral was built in the 11th century and has magnificent Gothic cloisters. The popular tourist sights of Chateau Bonaguil, St. Cirq Lapopie, Rocamadour and the pre-historic caves of Pech Merle are an easy drive away. The nearby villages of Catus, Cazals and Frayssinet le Gelat have lakes offering swimming, pedaloes, bicycle hire etc. The River Lot, at Castelfranc, is ten minutes by car. Canoeing is available on both the Lot and Dordogne Rivers. There are numerous tennis courts nearby, the nearest at Goujounac - 3 kms. There are many excellent restaurants. Regional specialities include duck, foie gras, cepes and truffles. The Cahors wine is excellent and there are numerous vineyards offering tastings. Transportation How to get there ? Ryanair fly direct from Cork, Shannon and Dublin to Carcassonne, from Dublin to Rodez and from Shannon and Dublin to Biaritz. Aer Lingus fly to Bordeaux and Aer Arann fly from Galway and Waterford to Bordeaux. The nearest railway station is Cahors (30 minutes). The nearest motorway (35 minutes) is the A20 - Junction 56 or 57. Detailed directions will be provided when booking is confirmed.
Disabled Suitability Unsuitable for wheelchairs.' Internet/Computer Details We have wi fi broadband available for guest who need to check emails. Outside and Gardens 7 acres of private grounds. Private salt water swimming pool. Table Tennis.
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About the Location Estanels is about 1 km from the nearest village of Lherm and approximately 25 kms North West of Cahors. The countryside is a haven for wildlife, birds and butterflies. Deer can often be seen grazing in the fields close to the house. In spring and early summer these fields are carpeted in wild flowers including many species of orchids. The area is totally unspoilt and uncommercialised. There is very little traffic, even in the height of the summer. The network of quiet country lanes is ideal for walking or cycling.
Notes for guests La Grancho is a substantial house, decorated, furnished and equipped to the highest standards to provide comfortable accommodation for up to 12 people. The main entrance is reached from a covered south facing veranda leading through to a large hallway. The spacious lounge has comfortable seating, TV, video recorder, DVD, radio/cassette/CD player together with a small library of books. The large separate dining room seats up to 12 people around a huge farmhouse table. The kitchen is fitted with modern appliances and cupboards. Thick stone walls and tiled floors keep the interior cool during the hot summers. Generous room sizes add to the overall impression of light and space. An open plan wooden staircase leads to the first floor. There are five bedrooms (two with double beds and en suite shower rooms, two each with two single beds and a fifth, family room with 2 single beds plus bunk beds). Two cots, a highchair and stair gate are also available. There are four bath/shower rooms and five toilets in total. All bedrooms have hanging and storage space, are carpeted and have curtains. The bath/shower rooms have tiled floors and modern sanitary fittings and plumbing. All have shaver/power points and mirrors. There is a private, floodlit swimming pool (10m x 5m with roman steps). The purification/filtration system uses salt instead of chlorine so will not sting eyes or cause skin irritation. There are paved areas for sunbathing around the pool, shady areas for relaxing, a barbecue, terraces for outside eating, table tennis area and private parking for several cars.
Notes on Rates Bookings are normally on a weekly basis - Saturday to Saturday. A 25% deposit is payable at time of booking. The balance is payable 8 weeks before the start of your holiday together with a 300€ refundable security deposit. Sheets and towels are not normally supplied (except for pool towels) but can be provided at 11€ per person.
Website : http://lagrancho.chez-alice.fr
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