Delightful farmhouse character & charm

24 kms from St Emilion, between vineyards & woods, totally modernized stone built 1800's farmhouse in 2 acres, 11 x 5m swimming pool; 3 terraces, fenced private gardens, gated gravel drive; wooden beams throughout, terracotta floors, fire places; 3 bedrooms & huge studio, 2 super-large receptions, new well equipped kitchen & bathrooms. internet, WiFi, table tennis. We love the night sky, castles, night markets, restaurants; activities for kids - and all just 60 kms from beautiful Bordeaux The space Traditional Gironde stone built farmhouse dating to early 18 century, tastefully modernized throughout; oak beams throughout, fireplaces, 6m high ceilings; sofas, loose carpets, cushions, rugs, sit where you will; custom built kitchen 2018 - fully equipped for those who love cooking; new bathrooms for a great shower. Log fires in the autumn and winter. Electric large entry gates leading into private gravel drive ensure privacy - stretch out by the pool, drinks at sunset, chose your terrace; gaze up at the star blanket above you whilst fixing your BBQ Buy your wines from the many local makers, fresh foods at the markets and learn cooking from everyone - naturally try one of the many restaurants. From June, endless fairs, festivals & amusement for whole family; music everywhere - Jazz, Blues, Rock and Classical and now the night markets. The '24 hours de Swing' 3 day music festival in nearby Monsegur first week July is a must... 3 mins drive to the village, 10 mins to nearest small towns where you'll find weekly local markets, restaurants, supermarkets with plenty of local or organic produce. Food is everybody's interest, they will be happy to offer you cooking on the spot advise! And if history is for you; several hundred years of it on every corner. Whether you are family looking for a total break or friends seeking a get away - you'll understand why we keep coming back here... PRICES: We ask that you plan Saturday to Saturday See schedule - in mis/end Sept and Oct, we can offer short breaks at reduced proces, please contact us Guest access Tastefully modernized 18 century stonebuilt farm house retaining most original features, 5-6m high ceilings; massive oak beams throughout; mature gardens all round; safe, discrete and private; all is entirely yours to use with your family or guests! Accessed by private gravel drive from a quiet D road; electric large wrought gates will close behind you for complete privacy. PIR lighting at night. Lighting all round pool Space for ca 5 cars, facilities for electric charging Double front doors from large front garden and two sets of wide garden doors to terraces and back gardens People with disabiity welcome, there are small steps between two rooms but direct step free access though garden for wheelchair users Mature hedging all round, fir trees, plum, pear & apple trees (please pick your own) poplars, olives, figs etc We love to have families, children and their friends to come stay at our house - we are though not open for commercial use and may from time to time ask to see passports or for a letter setting out why you have chosen our house. Hoping for your understanding Other things to note Monsegur (5 mins drive) is fast becoming a centre for painters and sculptors with a very lively cafe and restaurant scene and weekly night market You are in the middle of the vineyards so no end of quality wines at economic prices; join a wine tour just 10 mins drive from us. From June, there are music festivals across the area; particulalrly Jazz, Blues and Swing....don't miss the of '24 Hours of Swing' festival - 3 days in Monsegur playing jazz whilst you drink hot choclate or glass of Aperol; browse the many antique markets but above all let your children have the time of their lives! Jazz is everywhere, restored castles to explore; each weekend a festival, antque fairs and a night market to try tasty local food Try coming May/June (loads of sunshine, pleasantly warm) the light will charm you The warm summer months of July, August & September are a joy for swimming and long BBQs but think also about later September which are mostly lovely. Thick stone walls and shutters keep the house cool in summer, cooling fans are available If you decide to come in the cooler months, we may make a charge for firewood and if you ever need them - electric fan heaters! And St Emilion, a world heritage site is just 20 mins drive - not to be missed