Melle Vacation watermill accomodation with beach/lake nearby, internet access, balcony/terrace and walking

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  • Watermill
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 7 nights min stay
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Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Beach/lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 90 mi
  • Swimming pool
  • Child friendly
  • Car essential
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

From the owner

SPECIAL OFFER PRICES ARE FOR 2 WEEK BOOKINGS ! FREE WI-FI

NEW FOR 2019 A 7m X 4m WOODEN HEATED ABOVE GROUND POOL IN LAND SCAPED GARDENS OVER LOOKING THE RIVER !

Unique rental accommodation in an ancient Water Mill with helpful/discreet owners on site. Set in acres of landscaped gardens minutes from the medieval town of Melle.Within 1hrs easy reach of Golden Beaches, Cognac,La Rochelle, Futuroscope,Green Venice,Monkey valley etc..

The Mill has been renovated and furnished to a very high standard maintaining its illuminated mill workings & fitted kitchen in the original millrace.The lounge/dining room has just been converted into a "low carbon" area (waterwheel electricity, rain water toilet, Solar hot water etc..) Large flat screen Sky TV, large patio doors that look out across the garden.A fully fitted kitchen has been installed in the original mill race, indoor fishing! Large work surfaces with double sink, microwave/grill, oven, microwave,dishwasher, washing machine, kettle, toaster and large fridge/freezer.The 'machine room' has a stone flagged floor,oak beams and the original 18th century illuminated mill workings, armchairs/settee, SKY TV/DVD, Sound system, books and games. A wide hardwood staircase leads to the first floor where there are 3 bedrooms. The 'Oak room' with the old mill stones embedded in the floor has a double bed,wardrobe, TV/DVD player & en suite shower room, WC, hand basin. Annexed 'Millers room' with 2x single beds which can also be accessed by its own private balcony. A third double bedroom called the "Granary" has a TV/DVD with en suite Jacuzzi bath, separate WC and host's a four poster bed and a single bed.All bedrooms are equipped with electric fans to keep you cool in the hot summer months.

The "Green Venice" (Marais Poitevin) is only a pleasant 40 minutes drive. An hour to the south is Cognac with its many distilleries offering guided tours, including the famous Hennessy, Martell and Remy Martin. Wildlife parks, historical buildings, chateaux, museums, aquariums, golf courses and theme parks make this area the perfect choice for that very special holiday that bring returning guests year after year.

Facilities include, Free Wi-Fi ,French & English TV,Badminton, Table Tennis,Boules,6" snooker table, mountain Bikes, 7m x 4m x 1.3m Heated Plunge Pool, Gas & charcoal Barbeques, Bread oven covered Barbeque eating area, pool covered eating area, garden furniture.

We have brought up 3 children here and have rented out to families with children of all ages over the past 17 years.We have done every thing possible to make the property & grounds as safe and child friendly as possible,enclosed garden around the pool,electric gates etc..but nothing can replace parent supervision.Welcome Hamper on arrival, seasonal fruit & vegetables fresh from our gardens, reductions for longer lets & couples.

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Full bed
  • Bedroom 2: 2 Twin beds
  • Bedroom 3: Full bed Twin bed
  • 1 En suite, 1 Wet room

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • No pets allowed
  • High chair

Access

  • Parking
  • Secure parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Private outdoor pool (heated)
  • Private garden
  • BBQ
  • Waterfront
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Bicycles available
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Table tennis
  • Pool or snooker table
  • Games room
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Iron
  • High chair
  • TV
  • Satellite TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Owners welcome to the property on hand if needed and very discrete if not !
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Check in: 05:00 Check out: 10:00
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Payment

This rental can only be paid for online through Holiday Lettings using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: ($504.95) £400.00

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Smoking

No smoking at this property

House rules

We have no children restrictions, we have brought up 3 children here and have rented out to families with children of all ages over the past 18 years.We have done every thing possible to make the property & grounds as safe and child friendly as possible.Enclosed garden where the pool is,electric gates etc...but nothing can replace parent supervision.
We accepted pets for nearly 20 years but after a run of very irresponsible dog owners now decline pets.

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Manager restrictions

Changeover day: Sat

About the owner

Jason S.
Calendar last updated:
04 Mar 2024

Years listed:
11

Based in:
France
Languages spoken: English, French
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Reviews

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O982BGjanes

Lovely house in beautiful gardens
Jul 2023

Lovely, well equipped house. The garden and pool area are stunning. Plenty of outside seating areas and shade if you want it. Rooms inside are spacious. The kitchen has the mill stream running through… More 

16 Aug 2023

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Tor R

What a place!!
Jul 2023

We stayed at the Watermill for 2 weeks in July 2023. I will reiterate previous reviews that the photos do not do the watermill, grounds and gardens justice, they are all simply beautiful. For compl… More 

9 Aug 2023

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Hunnybun3
Caterham, United Kingdom

It’s got to be seen to be believed
Aug 2022

Shamefully we did very little. We had great plans to explore this beautiful region of France, but the tranquil paradise was so enthralling we just didn’t want to leave it. The tropical gardens… More 

10 Sep 2022

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Response from the owner
Dear Ruth and Alison Thank you so much for your kind comments they make everything worth while . It was lovely to meet you and an absolute pleasure having you to stay at the mill . All the best ! Kind Regards Jason and Marie-Laure

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debbiedevil
tamworth, staffs

The most perfect place to stay
May 2022

The warmest welcome from great hosts and it just gets better from there. We had the most wonderful welcome basket which was very thoughtful and some stunning flowers. It’s been our third stay … More 

22 May 2022

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Kev2961
Sittingbourne, United Kingdom

Wow!
Jul 2020

The first wow is when you arrive and drive through the beautifully landscaped gardens to the property. The wows don't stop there, this beautiful old building has been lovingly renovated while st… More 

26 Jul 2020

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Response from the owner
Hi Kev & Family Thank you so much for your kind comments ! We really appreciate it ! It was an absolute pleasure having you stay in our watermill and if we could do a revue on our clients you would get top marks for everything. A special thank you to you for leaving the property so clean and tidy . Thank you once again . Kind Regards Jason and Marie-Laure

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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

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How can I retract my booking request?

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Go to Manage your holiday booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I edit my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your holiday booking page. To change your holiday dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Jason (the owner) a message.

If Jason (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your holiday booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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