Five bedroom (sleeps 10) beautifully converted barn with private swimming pool (open May to September). 200-years old barn conversion with exposed beams & galleried lounge. In a tranquil location with stunning views over the Morvan National Park. Walking distance to a pretty market town with good restaurants, a weekly market & all amenities.
Sympathetically restored yet with all the modern conveniences of Wi-Fi internet and BOSE home cinema system. Situated in a tranquil location with stunning views over the Morvan National Park, this character barn is within walking distance of a pretty market town with good restaurants, a weekly market and all amenities. The local area provides for all tastes of outdoor adventure, from white water rafting to lazy cycle routes along the Nivernais Canal. The sun terrace with private heated pool offers the perfect retreat for enjoying the sunny Burgundy climate and is ideal for alfresco dining.
Large kitchen/dining area with billiard table. Galleried lounge with large feature fire place, wood burning stove and ample comfortable sofas/chairs. Mezzanine with sofa and flat screen TV with Bose Home Cinema with Ipod docking station, Sky TV and Wii. Outside there are two eating terraces with outside speakers for alfresco dining. The swimming pool area has a child security fence, pool heating, evening lighting and ample sun loungers and umbrellas.
KEY FEATURES:
Property Type: Barn
Personally Visited: Yes
Nearest Airport:Lyon / Paris Orley
Nearest Bistro: local village "Le Bon Coin"
Nearest Restaurant: La Cadran
Local Activities: Cycling, Walking, Horse Riding, Canoeing, Wine Tasting
Lounge: Double aspect with vaulted ceiling, large wood burning stove and ample comfortable seating
Kitchen: Electric Hob and fan oven, american fridge freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, window seat with views over swimming pool.
Dining Area: Large open plan dining area with billiards table
Bedroom 1: king size double with en-suite
Bedroom 2: king size double with en-suite (downstairs)
Bedroom 3: Twin bedroom with views over the swimming pool and garden
Bedroom 4: Twin (or super king on request)
Bedroom 5: Bunk bed room
Bathrooms: Three
Pets: No Pets
Entertainment: Flat screen TV, Bose Lifestyle system with surround sound and speakers to eating terrace, iPod Docking, WiFi, board games, books, pool inflatables, Boules Court, Badminton net, Children's swing, Weber Gas BBQ
Outside Space: Two terraces, Large garden approx. 1 acre, Private heated pool, Outside & pool lighting, Weber gas BBQ, Outstanding uninterrupted views, Private parking for upto 4 cars, Boules Court, Outside lighting, Outside speakers, Orchard
Suitability: All groups plus the downstairs bedroom is suitable for guests with low mobility.
Extras: Welcome Hamper with local specialities and fresh provisions, flowers, "Meet and Greet" service provided.
LOCAL AMENITIES:
Busy local village has a number of shops including a small supermarket, various Boulangerie, charcuterie, pharmacy, butcher, bar, bistro's, brocante, Lido with tennis facilities
Market: Yes - small weekly market and large monthly market
Crazy Golf 7km.
Canoe hire (Loire Descent) 40 minute drive.
Windsurfing/sailing/waterskiing/white-water rafting 40 mins
Nivernais Canal (daytrips/canoeing/cycling/fishing) 5km
Horse-riding 7km.
French Grand Prix Circuit 40 mins drive (pro-karting/racing)
Spa town 7 km (St Honore les Bains-spa and indoor pool)
Vineyards/wine tours - various locations Sancere & Beaune.
