LE THOU as chosen by BBC - Escape to the continent – Home 253407 Farmhouse
- 4 bedrooms
- 10 sleeps
- 7 nights min stay
LE THOU as chosen by BBC - Escape to the continent – Home 253407
- Farmhouse
- 4 bedrooms
- sleeps 10
- 7 nights min stay
Key Info
- Swimming pool
- Child Friendly
- Car advised
- Pet Friendly
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
South of Nantes and East of La Rochelle, Le Thou is located just outside the town of St Hilaire Des Loges. The Market towns of Fontenay-Le-Comte and Coulonges Sur L'Autize are within easy reach. Many beautiful beaches of La Vendee and Charentes Maritime are less than an hour away, as is the charming seaside town and harbour of La Rochelle, and Island of Ile De Re. Within a five minutes drive is Xanton-Chassenon, a sandy beach with supervised bathing, waterslides and a childrens play area, picnic area, pedaloes and canoes, alongside the freshwater lake.
Puy Du Fou and Futuroscope are apx 1 hours drive. Marais Poitevin, with its Venise Vert Waterway, Mervent Forest, pretty wateride town on Coulon and Vouvant are nearby. Le Thou is new to the rental market and can comfortably accommodate up to 10 guests. Open plan well equipped farmhouse style kitchen dining area.
Further details
Our prices include linen and house towels
Local agent, Julie, is English, and french speaking lives locally, offering that extra reassurance during your stay.
Changeover days flexible - although Saturday to Saturday preferred peak season
Optional services available:
Dining in
Breakfast can be provided if prebooked in advance 9.50 euros 4-6 guests, 8.50 euros 8-10 guests,
Breakfast menu is available upon request, price includes provisions, serving and tidying up.
Dinner
Babysitting service.
Airport transfers.
Additional bike hire includes delivery to Le Thou
Airport Transfers.
Extra beds.
Three, Five, seven, ten, fourteen or more nights stay.
Further details indoors
Layout of upstairs, is ideal for two families sharing Wifi new for 2014
Entrance into the hallway, with a fireplace and woodburner, with staircase to first floor. The principle living room boasts a traditional feature fireplace, Sofas, 50" TV/DVD player and DVDs. A perfect place to relax.
ENGLISH FREE SAT AVAILABLE
The rear lounge/games room has a table tennis table (indoor/outdoor) football table. Bicycles. We provide a good selection of children's toys, dolls house, books, beach Inflatables and more.
Beautiful open plan French farmhouse kitchen/ breakfast bar dining area. Range style cooker/double oven, hob, grill. American fridge freezer with water/ice, 9kg washing m/c microwave, toaster, fully equipped. D/washer. Highchair. Ipod docking station. Toys
The upstairs has one king-size and one twin room each end, to enable two families sharing a degree of privacy. The king size bedrooms each boast en-suite facilities. Large sofa bed. Cot and bedding available.
There is a main bathroom with a bath and separate shower, hand basin and toilet. 'Bedknobs' en-suite has a shower, hand basin and toilet, 'Armoire' en-suite has a bath, hand basin and toilet. All of which are fitted to the highest standard.
Pool 12ftx18ft. Covered outside kitchen and 'new' charcoal fire pit. Downstairs with flagstone floors throughout, upstairs with oak floors throughout. Heating downstairs is underfloor (winter rentals) with wood burning stoves in some downstairs rooms. No smoking, pets allowed. Large sofa bed situated downstairs.
WE URGE ALL GUESTS TO CONTACT US PRIOR TO MAKING ANY PAYMENT TO US
Further details outdoors
Charcoal Fire Pit, for those cooler evenings. Set in large grounds. The rear of the house has large french doors opening onto patio area with Covered Outside kitchen, charcoal BBQ and new fire pit for 'alfresco' dining, whilst overlooking rolling fields. Wooden outside furniture, Deckchairs. Pool with alarm.
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- Pets welcome
- Crib
- High chair
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 Twin beds
Bedroom 4: 2 Twin beds
Beds in other rooms: Sofa beds 2 Twin beds - 1 Full bath, 2 Attached (ensuites)
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Private outdoor pool (unheated)
- Private garden
- Trampoline
- Grill
- Patio
- Bicycles available
- Internet access
- Central heating
- Fireplace
- Table tennis
- Games room
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron
- High chair
- TV
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Secure parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Getting around
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 18:00, 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: ($250.49) £200.00 - 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.
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100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 2 weeks before check-in.
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No refund if cancelled less than 2 weeks before check-in.
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About the owner
Karen J.
- Calendar last updated:
- 11 Feb 2023
- Years listed:
- 11
- Based in:
- United Kingdom
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English, French
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 6 reviews
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6 reviews
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“Fantastic”
We have just got back from staying at Le Thou for a week. There were 4 adults and 1 child(3). We have had a fantastic time! The cottage is beautiful and as as soon as we walked through the door it fe… More
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Response from the owner Thank you for your excellent review. It is important to us that you enjoy your time at Le Thou. Please come back.
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“Perfect relaxation”
Our party of 5 adults and 2 teenagers had a very enjoyable 14 night stay in July/August 2016. The house was spacious and very comfortable with plenty of room for everyone and the garden area was fant… More
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Response from the owner Dear Debra, Such a lovely review, Thank you so much - we really do appreciate it and are pleased you had a relaxing holiday. Kind regards Jerry & Karen x
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“Beautiful Le Thou”
This is a lovely house, well restored with stone walls and oak floors. It has a big, well equipped kitchen, perfect for family gatherings and 3 great bathrooms. There is a huge enclosed garden which is ideal for children and dogs, and also a small swimming pool which we could not enjoy in October as it was too cold but must be great in the summer. We had a fantastic week with lots to do, especially mountain biking in the Mervent Forest. La Rochelle and the Marais Poitivin were both fairly near and interesting places to visit. We would definitely recommend this gite and hope to visit again before long. The owners were very friendly and always willing to help. Thank you Jerry and Karen's!
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“Fantastic house, great facilities”
Le Thou is a beautiful French farmhouse with great facilities for all the family. It is set in extensive grounds which are very safe for dogs, we had 3 with us and they enjoyed it as much as we did. It is within s short drive of a small town with local shops and bakery and 20 minutes to a larger town with two supermarkets and good bars and restaurants. The house is quiet and relaxing, don't expect party central ;) would suit large families or two families with children. The hosts are very helpful and accomadating and we had good support whilst there. All in all I would recommend it for a family holiday.
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“Beautiful farmhouse everything you need for a great holiday”
What a picture postcode place. Beautiful decor and grounds. Everything had been thought of. A great base to explore or to just chill out by the pool. Going back again for sure. We went with two friends but it is perfect for families with children as there is everything to keep them amused. Pool, bouncy castle, trampoline, bikes, games & toys, table tennis (which we had great fun playing after a few bottles of the local wine) and table football. An outdoor kitchen is perfect for eating alfresco. All in all i perfect place to rent out.
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“A Home from Home!”
A beautifully renovated french farmhouse with all the essentials plus lots of nice extra touches. Plenty to do and see in the area and a lovely part of France to visit.
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FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Karen (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 Karen (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.
- How do I contact Karen (the owner)?
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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 Karen 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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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Karen (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Karen (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Karen (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
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- How do I know my booking is safe?
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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 Karen (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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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- 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. Karen (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 Karen (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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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
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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You’ll need to contact Karen (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- 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 Karen (the owner) a message.
If Karen (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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