Contact us by email at enquiries@french-gite-holidays.com or telephone 00 33 553 89 35 08
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Contact us by email at enquiries@french-gite-holidays.com or telephone 00 33 553 89 35 08
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Newly renovated 18th Century hayloft with exceptional views (sleeps 6+)
Latane - the pool - with fantastic views The area: The property is situated 2kms away from the village of Laparade, which is renowned for its panoramic views and has an excellent restaurant - you must NOT miss the summer evening markets on a Tuesday (mark this in your diary!). 4.5 kms away is Castelmoron sur Lot - a pretty village with good local amenities, bars and restaurants. As the name suggests this is on the Lot River - at Clairac there is a campsite with "beach" and you can swim in the river under the watchful eye of the lifeguard . The larger towns of Villeneuve-sur-Lot, Agen and Aiguillon are all within easy distance and worth a visit. For wine lovers the area abounds, with the vineyards of Duras, Buzet and Bergerac all within easy reach. Bordeaux with its numerous chateaux and well known wine producers is only 90 minutes away. Lovers of good food are not left out; they can enjoy fine local restaurants with good local and traditional cuisine. The area is well known for is productivity of plums and prunes. This is also a fisherman's paradise - nature lovers can enjoy the wildflowers and birds as well as countryside which is perfect for walking. Art lovers will be inspired by what they see, and by the renowned museum in Agen.
The covered terrace - perfect for keeping cool and watching the sunset The area surrounding Latane is beautiful countryside, with well-mapped rambling and walking routes. Riding facilities are very close by. There is golf at Castelnaud, an 18-hole championship course, and at Tombeboeuf there is a 9-hole golf course with practice area and a pro shop. Both golf courses have clubs, trolleys and buggies for hire. Agen, apart from its renowned art museum, has Park Walibi, a big amusement park that is always fun for the children. At Clariac there is the Magic Forest, again great fun for the children. The Magique Chaudron is a must for the children. This is an angora goat farm where the children can help to bottle feed the kids at certain times of the year and even help with the milking and cheese making. Further local activities – all within 10kms: fishing, boat trips, microlight flying, canoeing, kayaking, leisure lakes, castles, fortified churches, bastide villages, wine tasting, daily markets, evening markets, caves, grottos, potteries and local farms selling their own produce (details provided) The house: With many original features such as oak beams and restored thick stonewalls, the house is light and cool and enhancing the character of the property.
Comprising ground floor:
First floor
An additional 'Z' bed is available upon request. There is a 'feature' low beam on the landing - please mind your head!
Garden and Pool Area The property is surrounded by 2 acres of lawned garden. There is plenty of space in this large garden and around the pool for youngsters to run off excess energy. The 10 x 5 m floodlit swimming pool is positioned so that it benefits from all day sunshine and takes in the superb surrounding views. The pool has an optional 'contra flow' system - so you can swim against the water for some serious exercise. There are sun loungers, easy reclining chairs and umbrellas for your use. For the energetic there are some pretty footpath trails close by. Table tennis and boules can be found at the house.
All prices are per week Saturday to Saturday*, arriving 5pm and departing 10am. *10 day rentals possible with Wednesday changeovers. Long term / winter lets* considered - price based upon duration and number of occupants. *The house has a log burner and electric radiators. Arrival dates flexible (subject to availability) out of peak season. A welcome pack is included on your arrival.
The owners house is at the other side of the property - although they may not always be in residence; when they are, they will respect your privacy at all times as they have their own drive / entrance and garden and allow you exclusive use of the pool whilst you are on the premises. Linen and towels are provided . Please bring
pool towels. Security deposit £150
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