Les Germons, Villeneuve Les Genets, Yonne
Very large, self contained studio in restored farmhouse.
Sleeps 2, Use of Swimming Pool

Almarge our restored farmhouse is surrounded by quiet countryside and set in 3 acres of beautiful gardens and grounds with a swimming pool.  Located halfway between the Loire Valley and Chablis in northern Burgundy, it is approximately 95 miles south of Paris, 30 minutes from the A6 and not far from the historic town of Auxerre.

The accommodation is perfect for two people to relax and unwind in our self-contained, well established and thoughtfully equipped studio apartment which is part of the main house and offers the following:

• Own entrance via external staircase and small viewing balcony.

• One very large airy studio room sleeps 2 (1 double) with kitchen/dining, seating and sleeping areas.

• Large separate shower room.

• Equipment includes microwave, TV, DVD player and music centre.

• Welcome hamper on arrival.  Bed linen, bath towels and tea towels provided.

• Large selection of books

• Comprehensive guide to local area.

• Garden area for the studio with barbecue, table and chairs, and recliners; use of pool.

Take time to explore this interesting region of France where you can taste fine Bourgogne wines and food and enjoy a variety of sights and activities, some of which are listed below:

• Lac Reservoir Du Bourdon. Tranquil fresh water lake with trees near the waters edge for shade on hot days. Swim, fish, hire a boat, or just relax. 15 minutes by car.

• Walk through rural countryside or alongside canals; all marked and mapped.

• Cyclists will find quiet lanes and picturesque villages to explore or take the veloroute south of Auxerre and follow the canal.

• Auxerre city of art and history with narrow winding streets beside the River Yonne.  City of churches, dominated by the cathedral of Saint-Etienne. 40/45 minutes by car.

• Golfers can enjoy the greens of Domaine de Roncemay.

• St. Fargeau a picturesque and historic small market town with its Chateau which in July/August hosts a large son et Lumiere with over 600 actors taking part. 10 minutes by car.

• Guédelon, near the Lac du Bourdon. Amidst wooded glades is Guédelon, a 25 year project to reconstruct a medieval castle using original building techniques. 25 minutes by car.

• Briare. Take a boat trip where the Pont Canal (Canal-Bridge) crosses the Loire. Opened in 1896 it took 5 years to build. Measuring 662 metres and 69 centimetres it is amongst the longest of its kind in the world. 30 minutes by car.

• Chablis vineyards trace a history back to 867 when Charles le Chauve founded a small monastery at Saint-Loup and investigated the possibility of planting vines. An hour by car.

• Sancerre, on a hill overlooking vineyards and the Loire. Breath taking views; lots of wine to taste and buy. An hour by car.

• There are plenty of good restaurants; nearest, approximately 10 minutes walk.

• Local shops at Champignelles (2 miles) include a supermarket, bakers and pharmacy.

Contact:

Marguerite Newell

Tel: +33 (0) 386 454 890

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