Chez Charolais

Five bedroom (sleeps 10 - 8 adults, 2 children plus 1 infant) beautifully converted barn with private swimming pool (open May to September). 200-years old 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. Located in a 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. 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. 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. Property Type: Barn/House Personally Visited: Yes Nearest Airport:Lyon / Paris Orley Nearest Bistro: local village "Le Bon Coin" Nearest Restaurant: Le Marquis 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 private heated 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 Bathroom 1: Shower room with sink Bathroom 2: Bath with shower and sink (off down stairs bedroom) Bathroom 3: en suite to master bedroom - bath with shower sink and toilet Downstairs toilet (separate) Upstairs toilet (separate) Terrace 1: off kitchen: large table seats 10 located under charming arbour with grape vine Terrace 2: over looking garden and swimming pool with large table seating 10 Entertainment: Flat screen TV, Bose Lifestyle system with surround sound and speakers to eating terrace. iPod Docking, board games, books, pool inflatables, tandem bike, 2 x mountain bikes, 2 x children's bikes (5 & 7 years approx) Boules court Children's toys Outside: Large garden approx. 1 acre, private heated pool, extensive herb garden for guest use, outside lighting and pool evening lighting, Weber gas BBQ, outstanding views, private parking for up to 5 cars, boules court, badminton net, children's swing Suitability: All groups plus the downstairs bedroom and bathroom are suitable for guests with low mobility. Extras: Local Creme de Bourgogne x2 Bottles. Guests have access to entire house, large private garden and private swimming pool. Property manager lives locally and is bilingual Property is located in the Morvan National Park, an area of outstanding natural beauty. There are a number of pretty walks from the house. The house is located along a quiet one way country lane. The village of Moulins Engilbert is within a 20 minute walk, short cycle of 2 minutes by car. The local village has a number of restaurants and all amenities including mini supermarket and local produce market. Parking at the house for up to 5 cars Car required Located a short walk 20mins/approximately 2 kms from village with all amenities. The house is private with quiet, beautiful walks however, it is near to all amenities if required. In the village there is a comprehensive supermarket, a number of boulangeries, bars and restaurants. There is a large monthly market and small weekly market There is an abundance of outdoor pursuits in the local area. The wine regions of Cote d'or (Beaune) and the Loire (Sancere) are an easy day trip. Arrival from 1800hrs Departure 1000hrs Sunday Changeover