Property Description

DOMAINE DE CLARAT is situated in the northern part of the Ardche It is the land of the chestnut and in former days the mulberry tree used for the old silk production A timeless rural setting where people and nature remained perfectly in harmony Each season has its own charm and character After 18 years we are still enjoying the spring when broom is flowering and the varied trees are producing many different colours of green After late summer the mountains and valleys change in a breathtakingly rich colouring of autumn Going on an exploratory expedition along ruins former railway lines and small rivers in the neighbourhood are a pleasant variety of the usual summer leisure events such as reading swimming and sunbathing You will find the sociability of other guests in our cosy bar and bistro In short DOMAINE DE CLARAT is an effort worth visiting see our website wwwclaratcom

Local Area Information

Truly the Ardche region named after the wild river which runs through its southern part is one of the most beautiful areas in France The Valle de lArdche is best known and attracts tourists in thousands every year The northern part is a lot more tranquil however Pine forests bisected by rivers such as the Doux Daronne and Eyrieux characterize the landscape Rustic towns and villages adorn the surroundings The people here raise cattle for a living and in the valleys fruit and vegetables are grown An ideal place for those who enjoy nature and outdoor activities rather than the thrill of visiting bars dancings and discos Thanks to the differences in altitude you will see a wide variety of plants and trees Flowering broom and fruit trees determine the beautiful scenery during spring During summer the different colours of green of the trees and pastures rule over the landscape Autumn creates magnificent displays of colours thanks to the different species of trees Winters can make virgin white mountains from snow showers Information about the area Walks and hikes 300 km footpaths in the areas Cycling Experienced cyclists will enjoy the opportunity of doing their own Tour dArdche Fishing Trout fishing in the Doux river is a sport in its own right Mountaineering Ideal spots around in the immediate surroundings Wind surfing The Devesset Reservoir is only a 20 minutes drive away Horseback ridingThere are several riding schools around DOMAINE DE CLARAT is situated in the northern part of the Ardche on 550 meters altitude where the rivers Doux and Eau Noire meet On the grounds of 12 hectare there is a traditional silk factory and annexes which are dating from the turn of the previous century The main building is now used for recreational purposes such as bar and bistro table tennis table football and library It also contains 3 nice apartments so called gites which are overlooking the river Doux Each gte giving accommodation to 24 persons In the annexes 3 comfortable houses each with its own garden terrace are also available for rental For children DOMAINE DE CLARAT and its vicinity are safe challenging and easy of access The farmyard campsite for abt 10 campers is open from mid May till half September Since small is beautiful is our motto reservations are recommended Hot and cold showers wash basins and laundry facilities as well as water and electricity linkups for tour caravans are available The individual wide campsites are situated on several shady terraces Facilities of DOMAINE DE CLARAT include a swimming and paddling pool See our website wwwclaratcom

Property Features

* Has a Pool
* Close to a golf course
* Pets are allowed
* Children are allowed

Accommodation and Facilities Summary

Bathroom	Bathrooms 1, Toilets 1, Shower Rooms 1
Bedroom	Doubles 1, Singles 2
Dining	Dining room table, Seating for 4 People, Dining room
Entertainment	DVD Player, Radio, Cassette Player
General	Telephone
Kitchen	Crockery & Cutlery Provided, Microwave, Washing Machine, Oven, Fridge, Microwave, Separate dining area, Toaster
Laundry	Washing Machine Provided, Linen Provided, Clothes Dryer, Iron, Ironing Board
Living Room	Seating for 4 People, Sofas 1, Armchairs 2, Gas Fire
Local Activities	Cycling, Fishing, Golf, Horse Riding, Mountain Biking, Tennis, Swimming, Walking, Mountaineering, Nearby Zoo
Local Area	Restaurants, Distance to Local Town Centre 10km, The local town is Sleepy
Location	In the mountains, Distance to beach >5km, Distance to convenience store >5km, Distance to local restaraunts >5km, Distance to Airport 50-100km, In the Country, Remote Location
Outside	Barbecue, Terrace, Shared Swimming Pool, Garden
Suitability	Pets Welcome, Family Oriented, Children Welcome
Accommodation	Accommodation Type: Self Catering, Size: Spacious, Changeover Day Sat
Theme	Away from it all, Luxury

Contact Information

Name:	Marcel Kersten
Telephone:	+31-736-106026
Alt Telephone:	+33-475-066590
Fax:	+31-847-268329
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