Gîte Signal House, La Barrière, The Railway House – Home 6804689 Gite
- 2 bedrooms
- 4 sleeps
- 5 nights min stay
Gîte Signal House, La Barrière, The Railway House – Home 6804689
- Gite
- 2 bedrooms
- sleeps 4
- 5 nights min stay
Key Info
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 188 mi
- Child Friendly
- Car advised
- No pets allowed
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
For rent in France in the Haute Vienne, Limousin, an original signal house for lovers of the French countryside. In the village St Brice Sur Vienne (25 kilometers from Limoges and a 20-minute drive to Limoges airport), you'll find our former railroad house. It is surrounded by woodland and water and is a 1-minute stroll from the River Vienne, a tributary of the River Loire.
The house has all the convenience of village life and free wifi but is surrounded by beautiful natural countryside.
The signal house is privately owned and furnished in its eccentric quirky taste to the of the artist owners. If you are looking for a modern hotel style with pool, this house is not for you.
It can accommodate 4 people in 2 bedrooms,
A double bed upstairs and 2 single beds downstairs.
There is a small folding bed available for a child.
It has a spacious kitchen dining room with a gas hob, full-size electric oven, fridge freezer, dishwasher, and a wood burner. 3 armchairs, a large dining table, and 4 chairs but room for more if you need them.
The ground floor has a large bedroom with a sofa, 2 single beds, (convertible to a single or an extra sofa), a luxury walk-in shower room with washbasin and heated towel rail. There is a second toilet in the downstairs bedroom too.
Upstairs is a bathroom with a shower, toilet, and washbasin.
There is a large double bed,table space, chairs and a large wardrobe.
Outside a large secluded garden with plenty of seating and a top garden with a potager and wildlife ponds. and a hammock for relaxing.
There are beautiful riverside walks beginning by the house and in the area. Opportunities for kayaking/canoeing (rent from St Victurnien) and wild swimming in the rivers and lakes of the area.
Included in your rental are two high specification Dutch electric bikes with everything you need to explore the local lakes, rivers, forests and villages.
1) GAZELLE ORANGE ULTIMATE C8+
2) GAZELLE CHAMONIX T10 SPORTIVE
The bikes are the best way to explore the local area and can take you to places cars cannot reach.
Both bikes are unisex and come with all the essentials: lights, rear rack with elastic straps, a tool kit for adjustments to the saddle and brakes, 3 helmets of differing sizes, tyre pumps, a wing mirror, kickstand, bell, and an extra lock. They both have a rear wheel lock with the same key for the battery. They have a 400 Watt battery which gives you, (depending on weight, weather and the hill climbs you do), up to 100km range on eco-mode. They have a very powerful hydraulic braking system. They have a display which gives your speed, distance travelled and range. Please note: both bikes are designed for riders of medium/tall stature. The Orange C8+ can be adapted for shorter riders by replacing a sprung saddle stem with an un-sprung saddle stem, (provided). This is an easy job with all tools provided. It offers a firmer ride without the spring.
Panniers: we have a range of high capacity panniers to choose from. One (pictured on the C8+) doubles as a back pack. All the panniers are waterproof and are quick and easy to mount and dismount.
More details in your welcome pack.
In winter there is a wood burner and electric heaters that keep you warm and snug.
In the height of summer, the house remains cool and comfortable thanks to the shutters and thick stone walls.
La Barrière (the rail crossing) is automatic. There is a small local train passing by a few times a day that stops in the village. You get used to this very quickly. A bell rings before each train passes.
In the village a few minutes walk away is an excellent bakery, a chemist, a florist and a bar tabac.
Summary
Sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms
One double bed in a bedroom upstairs
Shower room and toilet upstairs
Downstairs,
One large bedroom with two single beds, and a mezzanine bed and en-suite shower room and separate toilet
WiFi
A record player with Bluethooth connection, and a great collection of old vinyls
One wood burner downstairs
Kitchen lounge
Gas Hob - 4 burners
Full size electric oven
Fridge freezer
Dishwasher
Bedlinen, towels, soap, loo roll included
Child-friendly
Wood for wood-burners
Smoke-free (Inside)
Tables and chairs, a sun lounger and parasols for the garden can be found in the shed.
The hammock can easily be taken down and packed in a bike pannier.
Basic but very effective BBQ.
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- No pets allowed
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 Twin beds - 2 Showers
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Private garden
- Grill
- Patio
- Waterfront
- Balcony or terrace
- Bicycles available
- Internet access
- Central heating
- Fireplace
- Safe
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Iron
- Stereo system
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Getting around
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 12:00, Check out time: 12:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
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This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: ($107.71) €100.00 - Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
Booking confirmed |
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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24 hours after booking |
50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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4 weeks before |
25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 2 weeks before check-in.
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2 weeks before |
No refund if cancelled less than 2 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
House rules
Every day millions of gallons of water and detergents are used for towels that only be used once. We are commited to conserving our earth natural resources and I hope you on our side.
About the owner
Bruno R.
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Calendar last updated:
- 15 Jan 2024
- Years listed:
- 8
- Based in:
- France
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English, French, Dutch
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Reviews
– based on 11 reviews
Very Good
11 reviews
- Excellent
- 9
- Very Good
- 1
- Average
- 0
- Poor
- 1
- Terrible
- 0
“Wundervolles ruhiges Nest”
Bruno und Iris haben einen wunderbaren Rückzugsort geschaffen.. das idyllische ehemalige Signalhaus liegt versteckt an den Gleisen (keine Sorge, es fahren nur mehr 4 Züge/Tag und man merkt s… More
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“French holiday”
The area is stunning we did see a lot of of it , the Gite was a bit disappointing needs a bit of updating and some decent garden furniture, need a car
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“Charming, authentic, restorative.”
This has to be one of the most magical places I've ever stayed. Local walk alone along the river bank enough to want to stay there. We were comfortable and immediately felt at home in this charmi… More
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“énergie poétique”
Atmosphère très agréable de cette maison où une belle connotation artistique est présente donnant un vrai charme à cette maison de garde-barrière
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“Romantiek en eenzaamheid”
De locatie is schitterend. Als je op zoek bent naar een plek waar je volledig kan ontspannen, rust kan vinden en eens met de natuur bent is dit huisje perfect voor je! Pure romantiek. ’S ochten… More
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Response from the owner Heel erg bedankt voor je mooie recensie. We waarderen de tijd die je hebt genomen om de recensie te schrijven en het betekent veel voor ons om te weten dat mensen genieten van het huis, de tuin en de omgeving. Bedankt ook voor het verlaten van het huis in perfecte staat en voor het helpen om de modem te vervangen na een onverwachte storm. Altijd welkom terug.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Lovely relaxing holiday gite”
This is a fabulous authentic gite close to Limoges and Saint Junien. The house is at the end of a quiet road close to the River Vienne and is an ideal base to explore Central France or to just sit in … More
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Response from the owner Thank you very much for your lovely review, and for leaving the house in immaculate order. We particularly enjoyed your comment about the trains. It is very much appreciated and we look forward to welcoming you back anytime.
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“gorgeous getaway by village river”
What a stylish cosy house. The downstairs bedroom has a luxurious ensuite with a drench shower. Woodturner, really well equipped, lovely retreat in chilly misty November. There's a characterful v… More
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Response from the owner Thanks for your lovely review, Cathy. A woodturner would be a great addition, but our wood goes in the wood burner for now, haha. You are welcome back again anytime.
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“Perfect romantic hideaway”
This is our second stay and we enjoyed coming back to Signalhouse. Iris and Bruno made great improvements, especially the walk in shower and the beautiful secluded garden. The house was lovely and coo… More
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“St Brice Signal House”
Peaceful, good facilities, great shower, short distance from lovely river, nice little tabac and boulangerie in village. Easy to get to St Junien for bars and restaurants. Good value for money!
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“Lovely unique and artistic house and garden in a quiet and interesting rural location.”
The house is full of character, very comfortable and very well equipped. Lovely homely and welcoming details The local main town was a favourite as it has an amazing covered market, open daily, with … More
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Response from the owner Thank you for your lovely review, We look forward to your return visit.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Bruno (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Bruno (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Bruno the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Or send Bruno (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
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- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Bruno (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Bruno (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Bruno (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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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.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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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 your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Bruno (the owner) a message.
If Bruno (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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