Georgette

Description:
A restored stone cottage in the rural hamlet of Algues, with spectacular views over the wooded mountains of the Cevennes National Park and within in easy reach of the Gorges of the Tarn, Dourbie and Jonte rivers. Rural tranquillity is assured here, with a beautiful uninterrupted outlook for miles and only the tinkle of the sheeps bells from time to time.

Just 5 minutes walk from the house is one the area's most famous historical sites, the Chateau d'Algues, the 13th century dwelling of Irene de Rogues, which is now in ruins. Irene was loved by 3 brothers, Alban, Guiral and Loup. She promised to marry the most valiant of them on their return from the Crusades. Unfortunately she was to die before their return and the brothers vowed to become hermits and finish their lives on three hilltops in the area. They agreed to communicate yearly on a pre-arranged day by means of a large fire. One by one the brothers died and so did the fires.
This 18C Averyonnais building was originally used as a chestnut store & drying house. The owners have fully restored it using local stone to provide a comfortable, traditional & distinctive 2-storey home with 2 bedrooms to sleep up to 6 guests. With a roof from the local slate, solid chestnut shutters, exposed beams, rough crepi walls & traditional ornaments & furnishings, the home offers simple rustic character & is deeply rooted in its region. The house is south facing, so gets plenty of light. All rooms have spectacular views.

The house has a large garden with bbq & seating area under a plum tree. 2 terraces, one at the front & one at the back, give plenty of opportunity for outdoor living. On the ground level, the dining area has a tiled floor, large oak dining table with seating for 8, & an oak buffet. At one end of this floor is the well-equipped & traditional kitchen, while at the other end is a cosy seating area with a glazed fireplace, designed to draw heat into the upper level. There is also the shower room and toilet.

The bedrooms are upstairs. One has 2 single beds; the other has a double bed and a cherrywood child's bed. There is a single divan bed (in the second lounge) and spare single mattress to sleep 2 more people. Also on this level is a second living room, which has large sliding doors that make the most of the great views. Comfy chairs and the divan surround a woodburning stove. This room also has a dining table, making it an ideal spot to breakfast in the morning sunshine.

Rental Rates:
November 3,2009 until April 2, 2010 €600 per month

April 3, 2010 until April 17, 2010 €380 pw

April 17, 2010 until May 1, 2010 €335 pw

May 1, 2010 until May 29, 2010 €380 pw

May 29, 2010 until June 26, 2010 €435 pw

June 26, 2010 until August 27, 2010 €535 pw

August 27, 2010 until September 26, 2010 €435 pw

September 26, 2010 until October 30, 2010 €335 pw

October 30, 2010 until April 2011 €650pm

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Location: Nant in France

Address: Algues, Nant