Maison des Bois, Grand Place, Minzac, Villefranche de Lonchat
A newly converted, 4  bedroom (all en-suite), stone barn,
 perfect for up to 8 people plus baby.

The historic and tranquil hill-top village of Villefranche de Lonchat is just 4kms away with its two churches, museum, well stocked village shop, baker, chemist and bars. It overlooks the less tranquil Lac de Gurçon . Here one can swim from a sandy beach, windsurf, hire a pedalo and visit several bars and restaurants. There are tennis courts and riding stables too. Other local places to visit include:- St. Emilion, the world-famous wine producing town is only a 15 minute drive away. Bergerac, situated on the edge of the River Dordogne, 50 minutes drive. Castillon la Bataille, hosts an elaborate reconstruction of the last battle of the one hundred year old war which marked the end of the English Aquitaine, 20 minutes drive. Montpon, a pretty market town 15 minutes drive away. St Foy-Le-Grande a picturesque town on the banks of the great Dordogne, 30 minutes drive.

The accommodation comprises the following :

Living/Dining Area: The main entrance is situated under the wooden canopy. This brings you into an extremely large split-level living room and dining area. The high ceiling with exposed beams creates a very open and spacious environment. You can relax in the comfort of our 4-piece suite to listen to music on the Hi-Fi, watch a video of your choice on the combination TV/Video, (there are videos available for all ages) or, simply read at your leisure. The raised dining area has a large mahogany table and 8 chairs for those special meals and a beautiful mahogany display cabinet. There is access from the raised dining area to the kitchen and vestibule, and an open, wooden staircase leads to the 4th bedroom.
Kitchen: The spacious, wood-beamed kitchen is fully fitted with split-level electric cooker and hob, double sink, dishwasher, washing machine, and microwave. There is an abundance of crockery, cutlery, pots and pans.
A farmhouse table and chairs dominates the centre of the room, the perfect place for the family meals.
Vestibule: The vestibule area has a large pool-table for your entertainment, and access to the two double bedrooms and twin bedroom, which has an en-suite with an extra door for shared day-time use.

Master Bedroom: This spacious double bedroom boasts a high ceiling with exposed beams, views out onto the front terrace, garden and pool-area, and a large en-suite with both bath, separate walk-in shower, a washbasin and toilet.
Double Bedroom: This 2nd double bedroom provides a cosy atmosphere with a beautifully exposed stone wall containing a small niche. This room also looks out onto the front terrace, garden and pool-area. The en-suite has shower, washbasin and toilet.
Twin Bedroom: This bedroom looks out onto the back courtyard and it's en-suite, with shower, wash-basin, toilet, is the one which doubles as a day-time facility.
Upper Floor: The fourth bedroom, which is accessible from the dining-area via the wooden-feature open staircase is fully carpeted, has twin beds, en-suite with toilet and wash basin, situated under the wonderfully restored eaves. This original hay loft conjures up an atmosphere of former French rural life, now re-designed for your comfort. There is also a child-safe window overlooking the front terrace, garden and pool area.

External Features: The wood-beamed canopy area has tastefully restored crazy-paved terracing, which match both front and back patio areas. This is the perfect setting for shade, a relaxing BBQ, a game of pool, or, the place to enjoy wealth of tastes of the regions' famous wines.
The pool, which is heated when the weather is chilly, has Roman steps into it and is surrounded by a large patio area. It is set in the private, secured garden which has many well-established and unusual trees, providing a frame for this wonderfully relaxing setting. There is parking immediately in front of the house.

The property will be available for occupation on the take over day at 4 o'clock in the afternoon - and we would expect the guests to leave on the outgoing morning by 10 o'clock. We ask for understanding on this point as changeover days do involve considerable housekeeping activities and we like to be able to present, you the client, with a pristine property. If you have a problem with air flight timings etc, please do let us know in advance.

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