General Information
LOCATION
JACKRYN is located off a quiet country lane and set in extensive walled grounds. The gardens are laid to lawn, trees and shrubs and natural woodland: a delight for younger children to roam & play freely. With no immediate neighbours, this tranquil setting can be enjoyed by all for a truly quiet getaway.
Well situated for the village of Parisot (5 mins by car) with bar, restaurant, small store for daily provisions & bakery... together with Parisot Lake : a lovely setting for walking, open~air restaurant & child activities (also a large firework display and music on the first weekend of August). The medieval market towns of Villefranche de Rouergue just 20 mins away, Caylus (15 mins), St. Antonin (25 mins) for bars, restaurants, night markets & for sporting activities (canoeing, horse riding, rock climbing, etc.) Other delightful medieval villages/towns nearby with bars, restaurants, speciality shops and night markets.
PROPERTY
The two properties are located within easy proximity to each other, but still with their own privacy aspects.
MAIN HOUSE:
4 BEDROOMS / sleeps 8 (2 bathrooms / separate cloakroom)
Large bright rooms, oozing charm, character and original features such as open fireplaces and exposed beams.
GROUND FLOOR
Library , lounge with open stone fireplace. Adjoining is a charming souillarde (formerly used as kitchen preparation area). Separate Cloakroom.
Large kitchen / salle de sejours (7m x 4.5m) with dining table - this would have been the heart of day to day living in past times. Large range-style 5 ring gas burner, electric 1m oven, tall larder fridge, dishwasher, double sink with drainer, large open fireplace and high exposed ceiling beams. Access to one of several outside dining terraces (with separate table and seating).
Bedroom I : 6m x 5m with wrought iron kingsize bed, wardrobes / chest of drawers and large stone open fireplace. Ensuite bathroom with double sink & bath.
FIRST FLOOR
NB: the staircase to the First floor does not
have a bannister rail on the lower section.
Bedroom II: Large room with queen size bed plus 1 single bed, antique furniture & exposed ceiling beams.
Separate bathroom: with bath, WC & basin.
The Childrens' lounge (7m x 3.5m): with small 'TV with Sky free to air channels, DVD player & Wii - leads to...
Bedroom III: single raised child bunk bed with desk under.
Bedroom IV: located the other side of the lounge - double bed.
Separate laundry room: with two washing machines, drying space & ironing facilities for use by both properties.
GUEST HOUSE:
3 BEDROOMS / sleeps 8 (2 bathrooms)
More simply furnished but again large rooms, with a secluded external dining terrace hidden from view of the Main house (& separate BBQ)
GROUND FLOOR
Kitchen: 4 ring gas hob, electric oven, toaster, fridge, double sink unit.
Lounge / Dining room: with dining table & chairs for 6 with patio doors to the main external dining area. TV and DVD player.
Bedroom I: Large room with 1 double / 2 single beds.
Separate bathroom: with bath, WC & washbasin.
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FIRST FLOOR
(accessed from outside via a further external dining terrace with coffee table & chairs)
Bedroom II: (2 X twin bedded room) leads through to...
Bedroom III: Large room with wrought iron king-sized bed.
Separate bathroom: Shower, WC & washbasin.
GROUNDS
Within the extensive 4 hectare grounds are:
- Swings for children
- BBQ
- Swimming pool (8m x 4m), with roman steps, paved stone terrace and open views
Pool
Outside Shaded Terrace
Ample parking.
Several external dining areas within this tranquil setting including the...
MAIN EXTERNAL DINING/RECREATIONAL AREA with table & chairs to seat up to 14 people under the shade of a huge ash tree and with views across the countryside.
The gardens surround the house and offer complete privacy with views to open countryside giving the opportunity for relaxation by the pool or a quiet stroll though the adjoining countryside.
There is a small pond within the gardens, which is fenced to a height of approximately 2 ft.
Pool terrace
Garden
FACILITIES
- Swimming Pool (8m x 4m) for sole use if renting both properties, sunloungers & cushions, BBQ's (2)
- Extensive grounds with privacy, views and real tranquility.
- Several dining terraces
- Broadband internet access & Wifi in THE MAIN HOUSE (GUEST HOUSE clients should get Wifi Reception at pool)
- Separate Laundry Room
- TV with free Sky Channels, DVD player & Wii in Childs bedroom Main House / TV & DVD player in Guest House
- Main House : Kitchen: Large range~style 5 ring gas burner, electric 1m oven, tall larder fridge, dishwasher, double sink with drainer, large open fireplace.
- Activities for children : swings, mini football.
- Close to towns / villages for shopping, restaurants etc.
- Costs includes : gas, electricity, high quality linen, towels.
- English speaking caretaker nearby
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AVAILABILITY AND PRICES
July / August: Rented as a whole for sole use only - i.e. two cottages combined - maximum 14 people.
Out of high season breaks: Main House only.
MAIN HOUSE - week commencing:
| Friday | 6 July 2012 - | booked |
| Friday | 13 July 2012 - | booked |
| Friday | 20 July 2012 - | booked |
| Friday | 27 July 2012 - | booked |
| Friday | 3 August 2012 - | booked |
| Friday | 10 August 2012 - | booked |
| Friday | 17 August 2012 - | £1600 |
| Friday | 24 August 2012 - | £1600 |
| Friday | 31 August 2012 - | £1500 |
| Friday | 7 September 2012 - | £1500 |
No bookings information available for 2013.
GUEST HOUSE - week commencing:
No bookings information available for 2012.
No bookings information available for 2013.
See our page Getting Here for details of possible savings on your travel costs
If you wish to make a booking for any of the available dates above please and we will confirm that a reservation is held for you and request that you complete the booking form and send the deposit direct to us.
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