About the House
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La Vieille Boulangerie is on a corner site in close proximity to the 12th and 16th century church of St Germain This makes it relatively easy to find as does the blue gate and blue shutters.
Passing through the blue gate and glass door you will find yourself in the beautiful courtyard garden which has both shaded and open areas and is hidden from view from any of the other houses.
Turn to your right and from the garden enter the main house through the glass panelled door - this will bring you directly into the lounge. Furnished with a sofa, futon and a couple of arm chairs, this room, as the rest of the house, remains cool in the summer due to the thickness of its walls and the relatively small shuttered windows. Here you will find the ‘Godin’ a traditional wood burning stove which belts the heat out in the winter as well as the fireplace and original wood-fired bread oven which still works. The house was originally the bakery for the village hence its name. The dresser bought locally and installed with much hilarity due to its snug fit, houses all the glasses, crockery and cutlery you will need. As regards entertainment, there is a TV and video, DVD and CD players as well as a number of board games. You are welcome to bring your own films and music. On shelves in most rooms you will find books.
Through the archway is the kitchen and dining area. The heavy oak dining table will seat 8-10 people comfortably. The kitchen is equipped with fridge/freezer, gas cooker and dishwasher as well as a choice of coffee makers, pots, pans and other kitchen utensils.
A door leads from the kitchen to the ‘bucher’ where the wood is stored and where the bikes and recycling bins are located.
From the lounge the stairs go up to the first floor where the master bedroom and roomy shower room are situated. Tiled with traditional terracotta floor tiles see if you can spot the animal footprints left when the tiles were drying in the sun. The bedroom with its large and very comfortable bed looks out to the road. From here, via the outdoor stone stairs get out to the front garden. The room has a table, chest of drawers and large wardrobe and a fireplace with a glass door enabling you to fall asleep in the firelight in winter.
The stairs towards the back of this floor lead up to the large attic bedroom which comfortably sleeps 4. Furnished with a double and two single beds as well as bed side tables all with lamps, a chest of drawers and hanging space. This room has a velux window from which you can see the church and the surrounding countryside.
We can accommodate babies and small children as a highchair and travel cot are available on request. We also have a car seat and potty and a selection of children’s books and videos.
Bed linen, towels, including beach towels, tea towels and adult robes are provided and there are hairdryers available in every bedroom.
Returning to the courtyard garden, on your left is a large barn currently used for storage. Next to it is the ‘summer room’ a very welcome place to enjoy cool lunches on hot days. Here you will find a storage box full of outdoor games such as giant ludo and boules. Candles and lanterns for evening outdoor dining can be found here as well as deck chairs and the barbeque. Below the summer room, steps lead down to the wine cellar. A well with a secure grill provides water for the garden although not for drinking.
From the front of the house, turn down to your left following the road and about 50 meters on your left you will find our second garden. Somewhat wilder, this garden is where we string up the hammocks to laze in and where we tend to play boules. It’s a great place for a picnic if you don’t want to venture far so why not take a bottle or two of local wine with you and pass the day relaxing? (Wine carriers, cool box and rugs also available in the house) As it gets the evening sun, this garden is also a great place for a sundowner.
