Le Grand Saule Chambre d'Hote,Moncontour,Poitou-Charentes,Europe

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Le Grand Saule Chambre d'Hote
10 Rue des Eterrasses, Moncontour, Poitou-Charentes, France, 86330
Hosts: Anji Weston	Phone: 0549225602
Web: http://www.legrandsaule.co.uk

Le Grand Saule Chambre d'Hote ACCOMMODATION: Le Grand Saule has history and character with high ceilings and original beams and beautiful tall shuttered windows. The spacious and comfortable lounge provides both satellite and French television and stereo, and for those winter evenings, relax in front of our beautiful, cosy log burning fire. Of course in the rare event of rain we have a library of English books, DVDs and videos. Or relax in our beautiful sun filled, mature garden amongst the herbs and roses, or in the rear of the garden, under the ancient willow tree, where the garden backs onto the meandering river Dive. Here you can find an original, medieval ball from a catapult used during a siege of the tower; or you may find a woodpecker or two, birds of prey, song birds, lizards, pine martens and butterflies. One recent guest, a twitcher, remarked that he had spotted a least two birds that he had never seen before, just in two days! Accommodation offered is an elegant and spacious family room with a double bed and a single bed and with the opportunity of a further two single beds or cot (cot or high chair available). The room is ensuite with a power shower, sink and WC. A romantic and tranquil double room is also available which is ensuite with an elegant, antique roll top bath, sink and WC. Both rooms overlook our very beautiful, sunny garden. Satellite television and drink making facilities are provided and all rooms have electric heating. Le Grand Saule is set in its own sunny, private grounds and has secure parking facilities. We can store cycling, hiking and fishing gear, as well as a caravan by arrangement. We also have bikes available for hire.		Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2 Breakfasts: Continental breakfast, which is provided in the price, consists of freshly squeezed orange juice, baguettes and croissants, or toast, a selection of cereals, yoghurts or fruit and tea or coffee, porridge may be available for those colder months. Breakfast is served in the sunny lounge/dining area which looks out onto the patio, or can be taken on the patio amongst the roses and herbs. Smoking Policy: No smoking Children Policy: child friendly Pet Policy: Pet friendly Languages Spoken: English and French Wheelchair Accessibility:
Guest Amenities: Situated on the edge of the village of Moncontour, but within walking distance of all amenities including a water sports lake with family friendly beach and play area. The local area offers walking, cycling, fishing horse riding, golf, history, architecture and culture. It is also set amongst beautiful fields of sunflowers, melons and vineyards – a truly remarkable and sensory experience.
Local Attractions: Le Grand Saule a spacious and comfortable house of history and character, is set in one of the sunniest areas of France. The village of Moncontour, is a pretty, historical village on the border of Vienne and Deux Sevres. It offers numerous forest and riverside walks where you can find deer and birds of prey. The area offers fishing, walking, cycling, horse riding, golf and go-karting. Arrive in spring and the swallows will lead you to your destination. Or you may be lucky enough to spot a heron or two along your route, usually stealing a fish or two from the fishermen. Le Grand Saule Chambre d’Hote, set in its own private, sunny and tranquil grounds, nestles below the 11th century tower of Moncontour. The region is steeped in Roman art and architecture and chateaux. Roman sites of Sanxay, Naintre and Gens all within an hours drive. The route des Roi Anglais meanders from the coast down to the Loire Valley. You will find it hard to enter a village or town and not find a chateau or two, the nearest and most beautiful being that of Chateau Oiron, which holds regular events during the summer time. Within an hours drive you can find Saumur, Chinon and Tours along the Loire Valley and also the beautiful chateaux of Amboise, Villandry and Usse are all well worth a visit. At Amboise you can find the tomb of Leonardo da Vinci. Closer to home the beautiful Romanesque church of St Jouin des Marnes can be found just ten minutes drive. And not forgetting once more the town of Oiron where the church actually contains a stuffed crocodile thought to have mystical powers! If you are looking for visits to suit the children then you can not go wrong with the Vallee des Singes (ape valley) at Romagne; and Le Geants du Ciel (birds of prey) at Chauvigny, where you will also find a castle and medieval town. Troglodyte caves at Rochemenier and Doue la Fontaine; and we must not forget Poitiers famous theme park Futuroscope which is just 45 minutes drive.
Rates: 35 euro to 65 euro	Cancellation Policy: Full refund with 1 weeks notice
Check in: 16.00	Check Out: 11.00
Hours of Operation: 24	Payment Accepted: Cash, cheque euro or sterling.

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