Barn Owl Cottage is an exceptional family gite, for upto 6 people (plus cot if required), with private pool, large garden and fishing lake in the Dordogne, in close proximity to the Charante. Set in 6 acres of beautiful mature gardens boasting fruit trees, mature shrubs and plenty of wildlife, with picturesque views on all sides overlooking stunning countryside as far as the eye can see. There is a stunning private fishing lake to either sit and relax or fish to your heart’s content.
The house has beautiful, traditional features such as exposed beams and stone walls. It is decorated and furnished with all the modern necessities required for guests to enjoy their stay. Wifi is available in the cottage.
Ground Floor
Downstairs is a welcoming large, bright open planned living space with beamed ceilings and wood burner, connecting to the kitchen that boasts all modern facilities including oven, hob, dishwasher and fridge freezer.
There is a large corner sofa in front of the wide screen smart TV and DVD player with a large selection of DVD’s. The dining table is situated in the open planned living area with 6 chairs.
There is a downstairs WC in the cloakroom area.
Upstairs
Upstairs there are 3 double sized bedrooms, one of which has 2 single beds. All bedrooms have beautiful views of the countryside that surrounds the property. Off the beamed landing area is a large family bathroom with large bath and separate shower.
Outside
There is a newly installed swimming pool beautifully positioned to look down towards the lake.
Outside to the front of the gite there is a large detached, double storey games room which has a full sized pool table and football table and darts board on the ground floor and gym equipment and games on the first floor.
There’s wildlife in all directions – our very own Barn Owls, Tawny Owls, deer, endless sightings of Birds of Prey, Coypu (ours by the lake is called Colin!) and more cows than you could possible count!
To the rear of the property the outside dining areas are very private and spacious. There is a large covered space for dining as well as plenty of outside space separate to the main garden. There is a BBQ and pizza oven for guests to use.
Fishing
The main garden is approximately 6 acres and boasts a beautiful private fishing lake for our guests to enjoy with a stunning grass walkway around with benches to sit and relax.
Swimming Pool
The gite has its own 8 x 4m private, alarmed heated swimming pool with loungers to relax and enjoy the beautiful views. There is also a large Patanque court.
Facilities Available
High chair, travel cot, potty/toilet seat/step, stair gates – all available on request. Kitchen: Oven, hob, microwave, American style fridge freezer, dishwasher, kettle, toaster. Living space: Smart TV, Freesat, DVD player & DVD’s. Games room: Full size pool table, full size table football, darts board, weights machine, sofas.
General: Heated swimming pool, Fishing lake, fishing equipment, golf equipment, hairdryer, all bedding/linen and towels included (please provide own pool/beach towels).
Washing machine is available at a small cost in a separate utility area.