Country House in the country near St Foy la Grande

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Luxury 6 bedroom/6 bathroom restored chai with superb views over valley and vineyards. two superb vaulted/beamed reception rooms (70 m2 each), fully-equipped kitchen, balcony, tasting cellar.

Entertainment: Surround sound cinema (10ft. x 6ft. screen) with DVD and satellite channels, widescreen 32 in. TV. Internet suite.

Full central heating, washing machine, drier, all linen and towels provided.

Outside: Securitised Pool, 10m x 5 m, parking for 6 cars, 12 sunloungers, parasols, table, chairs, bbq.

The Setting An old chai, on the cusp of a hill with superb views over a large valley and vineyards which encircle the pool. Just a few minutes from the famous market town of Ste.Foy la Grande, which offers many restaurants and shopping. Tennis, riding, golf, canoeing, fishing, boat and bicycle rentals are all nearby. Wine tours of the Chateaux of the Medoc or locally may also be arranged upon request.

The House La Grange was restored in 1998 to provide an exceptional holiday experience. La Grange is large (4,000 sq.ft), it is old, (18th century origins) and it is superbly positioned facing southwards over vineyards and a lovely valley.

There are six bedrooms (4 twin, two double), located on the ground floor, each with a modern, fully-equipped en-suite bathroom or shower-room. All the rooms are tastefully furnished with modern and antique furniture and designed for comfortable holiday living. There is also a laundry room equipped with washer and dryer, and a separate WC on the ground floor. All line and towels are provided.

A grand stone staircase takes you upstairs to the kitchen and living rooms. The luxury kitchen has fitted limed oak units, electric/halogen hob, twin electric ovens, extractor, dishwasher, microwave and American fridge with ice-maker. Coffee maker, toaster, food-mixer are part of a well-stocked kitchen. The appliances are stainless steel, the worktop granite.

The top of the stairs is dominated by the wall-to-wall picture window with sliding doors providing access to the 15 ft. balcony. Both the landing and hall are bathed with light and there are marvellous views southwards.

There are two large sitting rooms (38ft by 30ft average) on either side of the house. Both rooms are characterized by vaulted ceilings, oak beams, stone walls and huge open fireplaces, giving you glowing fires on cooler nights. Full-length double window french doors, equipped with safety railings, provide spectacular views southwards over the garden and valley. The rooms are tastefully furnished with modern and antique furniture, large sofas and armchairs. A large dining table sits 12 comfortably. There is widescreen TV with DVD player in one room, and a 10ft by 6ft large screen cinema system with DVD player, for unbelievably realistic film and music enjoyment in the other. An Internet suite is also available fitted with Dell computer, 350 MHz, 8.4 Gb hard disc, Microsoft Office and laser printer.

Housecleaning, babysitting, musicians and a chef are available as optional extras at separate cost upon request. Please ask us about Orpheus and Bacchus Gourmet which offers a live-in chef.

The house has full oil-fired central heating, oil is a separate charge between 15th September and 15th May.

Outside Marvellous views southwards over the vineyards and valley. Securitized pool, 10 metres by 5, 1 metre deep for half its length, deepening to 2.2 metres. Sunloungers, barbeque, table, chairs, parasol on the terrace beside the pool. Area for parking for 6 cars.

The Difference All our houses are designed to the highest standards to provide you with a first-class and carefree holiday experience. We do our best to make it easy for you to have fun, rain or shine. We also invite you to consider some of the other activities offered by Orpheus and Bacchus Experiences, such as our Music Festival, Celebrations and Special Events, Cooking and Art School, and Conferences. We look forward to welcoming you.

CLIENTS COMMENTS

'In ten years of renting family holiday accommodation in France this was far and away the best house we have had. With many thanks for a perfectly lovely holiday.' Mrs.Collis

'It was superb!' K. Downham

'Superbly equipped house in an excellent location.' S. Williams

'Far superior, a great place to stay.' D.Gill

'Outstanding quality with setting & location to match.' B. Buchanan