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Lesley & Toby Dorman-Groves

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  • Quiet, rural area with some agricultural activity

Grange Lapin is a large and beautifully renovated stone barn located in a stunning and tranquil location with far reaching views over the French countryside. The barn is fully equipped with all the modern facilties, yet still retains the character features of huge oak beams and Charentais stone walls. There are breathtaking views from every room, and the well established, spacious garden leads in to the surrounding countryside. The 10.5 x 5.5 m pool is totally private to the property and surrounded by a decking patio with plenty of space for sun bathing with views over the sunflower fields and forests beyond. The pool has an alarm system and is fenced with lovely cast iron fencing, so is very safe for children. The property can sleep up to 14 people plus cot and is extremely spacious both inside and out and makes for an inexpensive option for a large family or group get together.

This spacious property includes the following features;
A light and airy entrance leads to the large dining kitchen with breakfast bar, dining area with a large table to seat up to 14 people, and in turn leads to the lounge with patio doors leading out to the huge patio, pool and garden beyond.
There is a large lounge with comfortable seating, and has exposed Charente stone walls and huge oak beams. Double doors lead to the stunning pool area and there is a wood burner for cosy winter evenings. Satellite TV with all UK Freesat channels, plus DVD player and Wifi internet access.
The dining area has a large table able to seat 14 people.
The modern and well equipped dining kitchen (oven, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, fridge freezer, dining table) has a fantastic breakfast bar made with reclaimed oak beams and Douglas pine. It makes a for a great atmosphere for sitting having an aperitif whilst creating some wonderful French dishes. There is also a small dining table able to sit 4 people comfortably.
The private alarmed 10.5 m x 5.5 m pool is surrounded by decking with views out over the countryside to the pretty village of St Martial beyond and with plenty of space for sunbeds and tables. The pool is surrounded by lovely cast iron fencing decorated with vines and honeysuckles.
There is a downstairs en-suite bedroom for anyone who may have trouble with the stairs as well as a separate toilet and hand basin.
Upstairs there are 5 very spacious and airy bedrooms leading off a landing featuring huge oak beams.
The master King bedroom has an en-suite bathroom, and there is a 2nd large double en-suite bedroom.
A twin bedded room, and two children's rooms both with three single beds.
There is an oak beamed half tiled family bathroom with bath, toilet, shower and the sink which sits on top of an old cast iron singer sewing machine base adding yet more character.
A cot and high chair can be provided upon request.

Facilities

  • Independent
  • No smoking
  • Local contact
  • Suitable for large groups
  • Safe for small children
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Iron
  • Cot
  • High chair
  • TV
  • Internet
  • Fireplace
  • Bath
  • With swimming pool
  • Private pool

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Surroundings

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Grange Lapin is situated in a stunning and tranquil location with wonderful views over the French countryside. There is a large garden around the property which leads to the countryside beyond. There is the pretty village of St Martial just 1km away with a little restaurant and bar, and the town of Montmoreau 4 KM away which has all amenities, such as a supermarket, butcher, bakeries, restaurant, banks etc. The beautiful village of Aubeterre sur Dronne is 15 minutes by car.

  • Rural
  • Hilly
  • Meadows and woodland
  • In or near a town

Restaurants, food & wine

There is a very French little restaurant in St Martial open at lunch times and has a bar which is also open in the evenings. There is a bar and restaurant in Montmoreau and many restaurants in Aubeterre, Chalais and in the little villages around.

Activities

  • Bicycle
  • Near hiking trails
  • Near riding
  • Near theme park

Additional price info and offers

Cleaning charge is optional and is €100. We ask the property to be left as clean and tidy as you found it, otherwise you can choose to take the cleaning service which is €100 payable the day before you depart. If the cleaning has not been done or paid for we reserve the right to take it from the breakage deposit.
Pool towels and bath towels are charged at €5 each per set if required
In the cooler months we supply 1/4 cube of wood free of charge and if you require more then we charge what our supplier has charged us for that year.
Strictly no more than 14 people in the gite and no functions.

Price includes

Bed linen

Price exclusive

  • Safety deposit € 300.00
  • Cleaning fee (optional) € 100.00
  • Price towels per person (optional) € 5.00

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Reviews

Grange Lapin has not received any reviews over the last 4 years.

  • Myriam Van Heygem from Buggenhout,

    10 stars

    We hebben heel erg genoten in dit huis. Vooral van de omgeving. Het uitzicht is gewoon prachtig en raak je niet op uitgekeken. De eigenaars waren ook steeds bereikbaar in geval van problemen of vragen. We hadden een probleempje met de trap van het zwembad en dit werd direct opgelost met de glimlach.
    Een echte aanrader !!

    Comment from Lesley & Toby Dorman-Groves

    Dear Myriam, thank you so much for taking the time to review Les Hirondelles and we are so pleased that you all enjoyed your holiday. We hope to welcome you back one day and enjoy the rest of the summer.
    Best wishes
    Lesley & Toby

  • Irene van der Blij from Delft,

    10 stars

    Echt een geweldige vakantie gehad hier! Het huis is zowel binnen als buiten lekker groot, en bevat alle handige benodigdheden. We kregen een warm welkom van de eigenaren en ze waren ook altijd behulpzaam en adviseerden ons over leuke plekken om te bezoeken. Het zwembad heeft een goede grootte en is heerlijk om af te koelen tijdens de warme zomerdagen. Het uitzicht vanaf het zwembad en het terras was gewoonweg fantastisch: alleen maar mooie natuur en niet eens één huis te zien. Toch zitten de lokale bakkerij en de (grote) supermarkt op een kleine afstand. Er zijn ook allerlei leuke dingen te doen in de omgeving, zoals kanoën en het bezoeken van dorpjes en steden. Al met al hebben we hier een fantastische ontspannen en leuke vakantie gehad. Ik zou deze gite aan iedereen aanbevelen!

    Comment from Lesley & Toby Dorman-Groves

    Dear Irene
    Thank you so much for taking the time to review Les Hirondelles, its very much appreciated. We are so pleased that you all enjoyed your holiday and found many things to see and do in this beautiful area.
    We would like to wish you a lovely summer and maybe we will see you again!
    Best wishes
    Lesley & Toby

  • Saskia Cornelis from EMMELOORD,

    10 stars

    Wat hebben wij een fantastische week gehad in "Grange lapin ". Alles is zo met liefde en zorg gedaan. Zowel binnen als buiten het huis Een adembenemend uitzicht en zoveel rust. Lesley en Toby hebben echt gezorgd dat er niets ontbrak. Bij binnenkomst waren alle bedden opgemaakt en stond er een mandje met allerlei verwennerij.
    Er is mooi zwembad aanwezig. Grasveld waar de kids hebben.kunnen voetballen. Supermarkt en boulangerie is 5 minuten rijden. Er is genoeg informatie , foldermateriaal en tips aanwezig om leuke bezoekjes te brengen in de omgeving.
    Lesley en Toby, bedankt voor jullie warme ontvangst

    Comment from Lesley & Toby Dorman-Groves

    Dear Harry and Saskia,
    Thank you so much for taking the time to review Grange Lapin, it’s very much appreciated. We are so pleased that you enjoyed our property and all that our stunning region has to offer. We hope to welcome you back again in the future either to Grange Lapin or Les Hirondelles. Have a lovely summer!
    All the best
    Lesley & Toby

Per week starting from

€995

Per week starting from

€995