Property Description

Situated at the heart of the Perche Regional Nature Park, Rose Cottage is a delightfully restored 18th century property. It sleeps up to five people, and is one of half a dozen houses in a quiet hamlet in a pretty river valley, just half a kilometre from a protected forest.

The cottage has a big lounge, a good-sized kitchen, two double bedrooms, a small bathroom, a large back garden, and parking for two cars at the side. Duvets, blankets and pillows are provided, but you will need to bring sheets, pillowcases, towels, tea towels and oven gloves.

The Lounge
This large room (18ft x 20ft) has a high ceiling with exposed oak beams. The tiled floor is partially covered by a carpet and rugs, and there is a large open fireplace as well as wall-mounted electric heaters. The room contains a range of furniture, including four armchairs, a solid oak dining table, six oak chairs with upholstered seats, a sideboard, a coffee table and a single bed. French windows lead to the back garden.

There is hi-fi system consisting of a CD player, cassette deck, amplifier and speakers. There is also a telephone for guests' use.

Please note, there is no TV.

The kitchen
No need to fill your car with the contents of your kitchen cupboards and drawers - you will find everything you need right here.

The Rose Cottage kitchen is big enough for all the family to join in the cooking. It measures 13' x 10' (4m x 3m) and has a range of fitted cupboards, tiled worktops, a double sink with drainer, a 4-ring electric cooker with oven and grill, and a pine dining table and chairs.

It is also equipped with:

* dishwasher
* fridge
* microwave
* electric kettle
* toaster
* cafetière
* slow cooker
* iron and ironing board
* full range of saucepans, casseroles, frying pans and other utensils
* ample crockery, cutlery and glassware



The Main Bedroom
The main bedroom has sloping ceilings with exposed oak beams; two Velux windows, and a fitted carpet plus rugs. It is furnished with a small wardrobe and two chests of drawers, a bedside cupboard, two armchairs, a coffee table, a bedside lamp and a wall-mounted fan heater. Duvets, blankets and pillows are provided for all the beds.

The firm, comfortable bed is 6' 6" (1.98m) long and 4' 6" (1.37m) wide.

There is also a baby's cot, with quilt and bumper set and two blankets.

The second bedroom
The second bedroom has a sloping ceiling on one side, a casement window, and a fitted carpet plus rugs. It is furnished with a dressing table with cupboard and drawers, a bedside cupboard, a bedside table, a book case stocked with books, a small easy chair and a wall-mounted fan heater.

The bed is similar to the one in the main bedroom, but is 6' 3" (1.9m) long and 4' (1.22m) wide. The room has a generous built-in hanging and storage area, in which you will find a single folding bed for use in the main bedroom or the lounge. Duvets, blankets and pillows are provided for all the beds.


The Bathroom has Shower cubicle, Washbasin, Mixer taps, Toilet, Fan heater, Electric towel rail, Extractor fan, Bathroom cabinet, Shaver socket,
Shower caddy.
Please note: the bathroom is on the ground floor



The Garden
The garden is about 66ft square, consists mainly of grass, and is regularly maintained. It offers views over fields and orchards, and up towards the Forest of Réno-Valdieu.

Rose Cottage is equipped with the following for use in the garden:

picnic table with parasol and chairs
small portable barbecue
rotary clothes line


Rose Cottage is part of a tiny, peaceful hamlet nestling in the pretty Commeauche Valley below the Forest of Réno-Valdieu. The lane giving access to the hamlet doesn't lead anywhere else, so there is no through traffic.

This part of the Perche region of southern Normandy was designated a Regional Nature Park in January 1998. Its gently undulating landscape is one of lush pastures, orchards and forests – perfect for walking and cycling. Motoring is also a pleasure on the quiet, scenic roads. The Perche is as yet largely undiscovered by tourists, and local people are friendly and helpful.

There are numerous supermarkets and village shops within a short drive, and all the local towns hold weekly markets. Also within easy reach are a number of good restaurants, as well as many cafés and the odd pizzeria or crêperie. The nearest town of any size is Mortagne-au-Perche, 17km to the north-west, with the smaller Longny-au-Perche and Rémalard closer to hand.


Southern Normandy
Rose Cottage is an easy drive from both Caen (93 miles) and Le Havre (106 miles). From the Shuttle terminal it is a drive of 3½ to 4½ hours.

You will receive detailed route descriptions from Caen, Le Havre and Calais with your booking confirmation.

Local Area Information

Rose Cottage is part of a tiny, peaceful hamlet nestling in the pretty Commeauche Valley below the Forest of Réno-Valdieu. The lane giving access to the hamlet doesn't lead anywhere else, so there is no through traffic.

This part of the Perche region of southern Normandy was designated a Regional Nature Park in January 1998. Its gently undulating landscape is one of lush pastures, orchards and forests – perfect for walking and cycling. Motoring is also a pleasure on the quiet, scenic roads. The Perche is as yet largely undiscovered by tourists, and local people are friendly and helpful.

There are numerous supermarkets and village shops within a short drive, and all the local towns hold weekly markets. Also within easy reach are a number of good restaurants, as well as many cafés and the odd pizzeria or crêperie. The nearest town of any size is Mortagne-au-Perche, 17km to the north-west, with the smaller Longny-au-Perche and Rémalard closer to hand.


Southern Normandy
Rose Cottage is an easy drive from both Caen (93 miles) and Le Havre (106 miles). From the Shuttle terminal it is a drive of 3½ to 4½ hours.

You will receive detailed route descriptions from Caen, Le Havre and Calais with your booking confirmation.

Property Features

* Children are allowed

Accommodation and Facilities Summary

Bathroom	Shower Rooms 1, Toilets 1
Bedroom	Doubles 2
Heat/Cooling	Electric Heaters
Dining	Dining room table, Seating for 6 People
Entertainment	Hi Fi, Cassette Player
General	Telephone
Kitchen	Crockery & Cutlery Provided, Microwave, Dishwasher, Hob, Oven, Fridge, Grill, Toaster
Laundry	Clothes Dryer, Iron, Ironing Board
Living Room	Seating for 6 People, Armchairs 4, Fireplace
Local Activities	Cycling, Fishing, Golf, Horse Riding, Mountain Biking, Tennis, Swimming, Walking
Local Area	Quiet Bars and Pubs, Restaurants, Distance to Local Town Centre 10km, The local town is Sleepy
Location	Distance to beach >5km, Distance to convenience store >5km, Distance to local restaraunts >5km, Distance to Airport 50-100km, In the Country
Outside	Barbecue, Parking, Garden, Outside Tap
Suitability	No Pets, Children Welcome, Wheelchair inaccessible, Non Smoking Only
Accommodation	Accommodation Type: Self Catering, Changeover Day Sat
Theme	Away from it all

Contact Information

Name:	Robert Totman
Telephone:	+44-02085-290839
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