Parthenay Vacation gite rental with shared pool, internet access, walking and fireplace

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  • Gite
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 nights min stay
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Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Nearest beach 120 mi
  • Swimming pool
  • Child friendly
  • Car advised
  • Ask about pets

From the owner

La Metairie is situated in the beautiful yet relatively undiscovered Deux Sevres.This 16th century farmhouse is situated on the edge of a quiet hamlet, in its own grounds, which include a large private swimming pool, a fire pit and a secure pond with free-range ducks and chickens. Table Tennis, Volleyball, babyfoot and Wifi, also available.

The property has been tastefully renovated to provide spacious and comfortable accommodation, whilst retaining original beams and stone walls. Ideal for a complete "break from it all", or as a base for touring the many delights of this region. Many activities nearby, including golf, fishing, horse-riding, karting and canoeing. Within easy reach of Poitiers and Futuroscope, the Marais Poitevin (Green Venice), the Puy du Fou, the Loire Valley, La Rochelle and the Atlantic Coast, the beautiful Ile de Re and other islands, Cognac and much, much more.

Further details

Welcome pack provided on arrival for guests who book a minimum of 4 nights.

Resident bilingual owners on site.

Four course evening meals provided by arrangement. Please note that for bookings of 6 nights or more there maybe a small supplementary cost for heating during the colder months; for bookings of 5 nights of less (due to the increased cost of fuel) there will be a surcharge of €20

Further details indoors

L'Etable - sleeps 4/6
Spacious, comfortable accommodation on 2 floors. The ground floor comprises of an open-plan, double-glazed living area with lounge area with wood burning fire, TV and DVD. 3 seater sofa and 2 large, relaxing chairs Fitted kitchen with gas hob, electric mini-oven, microwave, fridge, dishwasher and washing machine. Dining area with dining table that can easily seat 6. On the first floor there are 2 bedrooms: 1 double, with 2 fitted wardrobes and bedside cabinets. 1 twin, with wardrobe which has a good sized hanging area and shelves. There are also 2 bedside cabinets and a sofa bed that sleeps 2. We do recommend that this sofa bed is best suited for children, should you require extra sleeping accommodation for adults please contact us. Bathroom/WC with half-bath with integral seat and over bath shower. BBQ and garden furniture is provided.
This gite can be interlocked with our smaller unit to provide one larger unit sleeping 6-8


Further details outdoors

All the grounds are accessible and the garden furniture can be moved to wherever you would like it.
The large pool (30ft x 15ft) is shared by both gites.
There is a decked terrace area alongside the pool, equipped with sun loungers, where you can relax, offering open views across the valley. There is also a fire pit, table tennis table, volleyball, babyfoot and outdoor Jenga

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • 1 Full bed
  • 1 Sofa beds
  • 2 Twin beds
  • 1 Crib
  • 1 Family bathroom

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • Ask about pets
  • Crib
  • High chair

Access

  • Parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Shared outdoor pool (unheated)
  • Swing set
  • Trampoline
  • BBQ
  • Internet access
  • Fireplace
  • Table tennis
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Iron
  • High chair
  • TV
  • Satellite TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
  • Linen provided

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Cancellation policy

Full refund

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

Partial refund

50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

No refund

No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

100% refund100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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50% refund50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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Things to know

Check in: 16:00 Check out: 10:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.

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: ($189.36) £150.00

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Smoking

No smoking at this property

Manager restrictions

Minimum stay: 3 night

About the owner

Anita, Mark W.
Calendar last updated:
25 Mar 2024

Years listed:
12

Languages spoken: English, French
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TrailBlazer790659

Calme
Jul 2018

Un endroit parfait pour se reposer, un calme total. Excellent accueil des propriétaire. Le gite était parfait pour une famille, que se soit à l’intérieur avec des cha… More 

6 Aug 2018

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A FlipKey verified reviewer

Wish we had stayed longer
Mar 2015

After a long drive from Normandy we arrived to the cheerful smile of Anita who greeted us with a smile as warm as the fire she had prepared for us. After talking with Mark and Anita the following mor… More 

30 Mar 2015

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Leahw1999

Clean and comfortable nothing is too much trouble fabulous.
Aug 2014

Great value for money. Great accommodation and great people, nothing was too much trouble. Highly recommend.

10 Aug 2014

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A Holiday Lettings verified reviewer

lovely peaceful setting, great gites and friendly owners
Aug 2013

Anita and Mark were helpful throughout the booking process and welcoming on arrival - the little extras (wine/eggs) were lovely after our long drive! We rented both gites for us, our children and gra… More 

23 Aug 2013

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A Holiday Lettings verified reviewer

A comfortable gite in an idyllic rural setting
Jun 2013

The gite is in a very rural location, but only 8 miles from Parthenay. Anita and Mark are excellent owners, always ready with advice on interesting places to go in the area. We travelled by motorbi… More 

9 Aug 2013

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How do I pay for my holiday?

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Why can't I call Anita, Mark (the owner) before booking?

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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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We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage my holiday booking to see when the payment will be taken.

How can I retract my booking request?

You’ll need to contact Anita, Mark (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your holiday booking or through the contact form on this page.

How do I cancel my booking?

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 Anita, Mark (the owner) a message.

If Anita, Mark (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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