Haute-Vienne Vacation Rental chateau / country house: Oradour Saint Genest

Beautiful Château with pool and extensive walled grounds

Haute-Vienne chateau / country house rental - The front view of Château du Chiron
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Description Chateau / Country House, 280 m²,
6 Bedrooms, Sleeps 12, 5 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath
Amenities rural, private pool, daily maid service, garden, terrace
Rates per property
Must pay in British Pounds
£2,200 - £3,850/week 
USD Conversion - Estimated
$3,608 - $6,314/week 
James Holliday
Speaks: English, French
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Photos and Description of the Haute-Vienne vacation chateau / country house rental 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms sleeps 12

Château du Chiron is a unique property nestled in the undiscovered part of France, the Limousin. Set in 6 acres of walled parkland and meadows with hundred year old trees, Le Chiron is only a short drive to the closest village. There is an enclosed, large 12m x 6m Chlorine-free pool with teak garden furniture and loungers. The interior of the house has been renovated to a high standard. Original features blend seamlessly with stylish and contemporary design. There are oak or terracotta/terrazzo floors throughout and open fireplaces with wood provided for winter rentals (as well as central heating). The interconnecting dining room, drawing room and day room provide ample space to entertain, together with a fitted kitchen and utility room. There are 6 double bedrooms and five designer bathrooms.
Haute-Vienne chateau / country house rental - The front view of Château du Chiron

The front view of Château du Chiron

Haute-Vienne chateau / country house rental - Large 12m x 6m heated pool

Large 12m x 6m heated pool
Haute-Vienne chateau / country house rental - The dining room comfortably seats 12

The dining room comfortably seats 12
Haute-Vienne chateau / country house rental - One of the comfortable bedrooms

One of the comfortable bedrooms
Haute-Vienne chateau / country house rental - Five contemporary bathrooms with natural limestone

Five contemporary bathrooms with natural limestone
Haute-Vienne chateau / country house rental - The main sitting room

The main sitting room
Haute-Vienne chateau / country house rental - View to the front of the Chateau

View to the front of the Chateau
Haute-Vienne chateau / country house rental - View to the drawing room and dining room

View to the drawing room and dining room

Location: Limousin < France

Nearest Airport: Limoges at 55 Kilometres
Nearest Ferry: Calais at 670 Kilometres
Nearest Train: Le Dorat (Limoges/Poitiers line) at 3 Kilometres
Nearest Motorway: Junction 23 / A20 at 25 Kilometres
Nearest Beach: beach at 200.0 Kilometres
Car: necessary
Chateau du Chiron (marked 'Le Chiron' on the Michelin map) is located near the village of Oradour Saint Genest and 3km from the historical and thriving 'town' of Le Dorat where all local services are available. 25km from the A20 motorway. Daily scheduled flights to Limoges Airport (45min drive) with Ryanair, Air France (via CDG). Hertz/Avis/Europcar operate out of the airport. Rail connections to Le Dorat (3kms)from Lille/Paris via Poitiers
Haute-Vienne map
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Rental Rates for this vacation chateau / country house rental in Haute-Vienne, France

Rental Basis:
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Rental rates quoted in:
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Rental Rates
Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night		 Weekend Weekend
Night		 Extra
Night		 Monthly Minimum Stay
Nov 1, 2009 - Dec 18, 2009 £2,350 - - - - - 2 Nights
Christmas Dec 19, 2009 - Dec 25, 2009 £3,500 - - - - - 2 Nights
New Year 09/10 Dec 26, 2009 - Jan 1, 2010 £3,500 - - - - - 2 Nights
Jan 2, 2010 - Jun 4, 2010 £2,200 - - - - - 2 Nights
Jun 5, 2010 - Sep 24, 2010 £3,355 - - - - - 1 Week
Sep 25, 2010 - Dec 17, 2010 £2,200 - - - - - 2 Nights
Dec 18, 2010 - Jan 7, 2011 £3,850 - - - - - 2 Nights

Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency (British Pounds) unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.

Additional information about rental rates

  • &BAll prices are per week, Saturday to Saturday. A deposit of 25% is required when booking with the balance due 8 weeks prior to the arrival date. Refundable deposit £750 or €1125. Linen, bath and pool towels supplied.
    For short stays the price indicated is per room, per night B.
  • From January-May and from October-December central heating will be charged extra if required.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation chateau / country house rental in Haute-Vienne, France

Property Type:
  • chateau / country house (detached)
Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering
  • catered
Floor Area:
  • 280 m²
Location Type:
  • rural
Theme:
  • family
  • luxury
General:
  • telephone
  • central heating
  • linens provided
  • daily maid service
  • towels provided
  • staff
Kitchen:
  • grill
  • 4 ring stove
  • dish washer
  • refrigerator
  • freezer
  • oven
  • microwave
  • washing machine
  • clothes dryer
Living Room:
  • fireplace
  • comfy seating for 10 people
Dining:
  • dining room
  • seating for 12 people
Bathrooms:
  • 5 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath
  • Bathroom - Toilet, Shower
    Bathroom - Toilet, Shower
    Bathroom - Toilet, Shower
    Bathroom - Toilet, Shower
    Bathroom - Toilet, Shower
    Bathroom - Toilet
Bedrooms:
  • 6 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 12 people
  • 6 doubles
Entertainment:
  • TV
  • satellite or cable
  • VCR
  • radio
  • stereo system
  • CD
  • DVD
Internet Access:
  • wireless broadband
  • internet access
Outside:
  • barbecue
  • parking
  • garden
  • terrace
  • balcony
  • 8 garden chairs
  • 4 beach chairs
Swimming Pools:
  • heated pool
  • private pool
  • outdoor pool
Suitability:
  • wheelchair accessible
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • children welcome
  • pets considered
Local Activities:
  • swimming
  • walking
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • horseback riding
  • mountain biking
Notes: All bedrooms have adjacent private bathrooms with shower, basin and WC located in each of the two towers with full size windows, natural stone tiles and contemporary fittings. A further 3 beds for children can be located in the bedrooms if required. Short weekend breaks for groups of up to 12 depending on availability. Full catering is available for the duration of your stay or an occasional dinner party. A pizza evening can be arranged using the original bread oven where younger and older guests can make and bake their own.

Further details for this vacation chateau / country house rental in Haute-Vienne, France

The Chateau: Chateau du Chiron is a perfect location for a relaxing holiday or celebration with friends and family.

Local Amenities: The charming typically French village of Le Dorat, famous for its splendid church, is just 3kms away. It offers all the amenities you need; a post office, supermarket, bakeries, butchers, chocolate shop, bars and two restaurants. There is also a porcelain factory shop from one many manufacturers based in or near Limoges. The ancient town walls still remain. The local 'Ferme Auberge' restaurant nearby serves organic specialities from the farm such as foie gras, guineau fowl and smoked duck. Larger supermarkets are available in Bellac 13kms and a hyper-market in Montmorillion 32kms.

Other Activities: Canoeing

Reviews for this vacation chateau / country house rental in Haute-Vienne, France

Rating
5 out of 5

Comments from Owner Guestbook

HRGuestBook9653 HR GuestBook
Review Submitted: December 6, 2007 Date of Stay: December 2007
'A wonderful place to escape to where the warmth of the welcome and gourmet food are second to none' (Mr & Mrs J Brown, Northamptonshire, England); 'A very relaxing holiday that feels like home from home' (Mr & Mrs J Best, Leicestershire, England); 'Can’t believe we have to leave already', (Mr & Mrs Frank de Mol, London, England); 'We have loved every moment', (Mr & Mrs J Crowther, Cambridgeshire, England); 'Within days we felt like we'd been there forever' , (R Slade-Jones, Brisbane Australia).
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