The Limousin:
The area is renowned for its beautiful lakes, quiet villages, excellent cuisine, woodland trails and numerous chateaux, which can be found along the Richard the Lion heart route. It is therefore ideal for anyone who enjoys walking, fishing, bird watching, water sports, riding and cycling. Many of the lakes have man made beaches and offer truly safe swimming as motorboats are not allowed. There are a wide variety of attractions close by, including animal parks, museums, theme parks, historical sites, farmers markets - details are contained within the guide in your gite.
Things to see & do:
Limoges itself is world famous for porcelain and with its beautiful timber framed houses in the ancient cathedral quarter is wonderful to stroll around. Many historic WW11 sites can be visited including the 'village of the Martyrs' at Oradour sur Glane. Seven of the most beautiful villages in France are located in the Limousin, with Mortemart close by and Collonges la Rouge to the south. Pompadour and its imposing castle, is the home of the national stud farm for angle arab horses. Futuroscope (near Poitiers) is a theme park dedicated to the world of cinema and is excellent for all the family. Close by is kayaking, karting, golf, horse riding and water sports, as well as animal, bird and reptile parks.
Why we're different!:
Having stayed ourselves in many gites and holiday cottages in the UK and France, we wanted to create something a little different. The little touches that can make your hard earned break away that bit special.
We offer an advance grocery service, the opportunity to hire a British Classic car, the little bits'n'bobs ready for you in your gite. No unforeseen extras, privacy and no disturbances, but help and advice if you need it.
We remember arriving to find no soap, not a tea towel in sight, no cling film to wrap the opened food in.........a dash to the shops the minute you arrive!! At Les Brégères, we have tried to provide everything you'll need to settle in straight away, whether it's putting the kettle on for a cuppa (tea & coffee provided) or opening the wine (supplied)! Our reputation is vital, we aim high and pay close attention to the detail.
Golf:
Golf courses can be found at Mortemart, Saint Junien, and Poitiers.
Other Activities:
Kayaking
