Charm of a family property in the green of the Ambazac mountains provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9220 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Charm of a family property in the green of the Ambazac mountains
In the heart of the Ambazac mountains, the house built in the 18th century is located in the center of the village, next to a 13th century church and opens onto a 2000 m2 garden enclosed by walls with a heated and secure swimming pool (shutter electric and access grid). The house offers an ideal setting for a peaceful or more festive holiday, with family or friends. For sports enthusiasts, the Ambazac mountains offer hiking and mountain biking circuits. Saint Sylvestre is located 5 km from Lake Saint Pardoux offering water activities (sailing, water skiing, ...), a tree climbing course, organized beaches, an aquatic complex. You can also take advantage of the equestrian center located 2km away or opt for a golf course. On the cultural level, your stay will be an opportunity to take advantage of the know-how of the region: porcelain, glove making, Aubusson tapestry. Your walks will take you to Limoges (20min by the A20), Saint Léonard de Noblat, Oradour Sur Glane, ... and why not as far as Dordogne or Périgord. In terms of gastronomy, the Limousin is renowned for its excellent beef, as well as its chestnuts and apples.
Useful information : - Cleaning and heating included - optional linen
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Things to do
Heated pool
Tennis
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: animaux de moins de 5 kg
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Saint-Sylvestre, this holiday home is in a rural area. Rocherolles Viaduct and Bagnol Dolmen are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Plage de Santrop and Lake Saint-Pardoux. Travelling with kids? Consider Le Moulin du Got, or check out an event or a game at Vélodrome Raymond-Poulidor. Waterskiing and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby. Visit our Saint-Sylvestre travel guide
Is Charm of a family property in the green of the Ambazac mountains pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Charm of a family property in the green of the Ambazac mountains?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charm of a family property in the green of the Ambazac mountains?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charm of a family property in the green of the Ambazac mountains?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Charm of a family property in the green of the Ambazac mountains located?
Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Eglise Saint-Antoine, Plage de Santrop and Plage de Chabanne. Plage de Fréaudour and Lake Saint-Pardoux are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Charm of a family property in the green of the Ambazac mountains Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We had a good week here, although the weather wasn't great the heated pool kept warm throughout. lots of space in the house and garden, plenty of history in the building.
Great communication with the Host, would stay again.
Stephen F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Colin F.
16 July 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Family Holiday
Martine the host was there to greet us on arrival and this was late at night. The property is as advertised and is what you would expect from a house this age. The pool was great being heated. Total privacy around us. Martine also supplied some food and drink on arrival as it was so late which was a lovely thought. Only downside for us was that the village has no shops so any provisions you need to travel 4km where there is a very good supermarket.
A fabulous 3 week stay in this beautiful property with incredible outdoor space
We enjoyed an amazing holiday with family at this fabulous property situated in the very peaceful town of Saint-Sylvestre. The property benefits from being on a incredible plot of land and perfectly located next to village sports courts such as tennis, small football pitch and playground which meant it was perfect for our two lively boys. The garden is huge and the heated pool is very inviting and they is cooler shaded space outside to enjoy some time out of the sun. The house is well equipped and oozes rustic French charm with a modern bathroom and kitchen. We were looked after by the host who regularly checked in with us via message. Highly recommend this property especially for families given the plentiful outdoor space and facilities. Thank you Martine
Good - but minor improvements will help to reach 5 stars
The property is very nice, beautiful surroundings. Outside very well maintained including the pool. You have privacy and to be honest, the photographs we saw in the advertisement don’t do it justice: it’s better.
Inside is a bit different. First of all is that it wasn’t clear that some bedrooms where adjacent, you could only reach one by walking thru the other. The top floor bedroom was with a very low ceiling and not attractive to our girls. We have four girls, teenagers and we wanted individual rooms for them. That was not possible, they ended up sharing.
The master bedroom was fine, but the door didn’t close easily and certainly didn’t give privacy. Part of old French charm maybe? It had a separate bathroom of which the door was impossible to close. Very annoying. A good carpenter can have both doors fixed in a mornings work.
There is a separate toilet and separate shower that the girls used. Modern, nice but no shower curtain! The floor was constantly soaked with water.
Downstairs was nice, nice layout. A lot of kitchen utensils, some however weird. Five frying and cooking pans with no handle to hold them?? Enough other stuff to prepare good meals.
One final minor point was hygiene. The kitchen and specifically the fridge where really dirty. Fridge als has a door that doesn’t shut, so it is covered in water and ice crystals. Also many spider webs in corners… needs a proper cleaning. Nonetheless we had a good stay, in spite of six days of rain.
Recommend!
Charming gite in peaceful location with fabulous pool. Well equipped to make for a very comfortable self-catered visit with the family. Nearby Ambazac offered several supermarket options and the nearby Lac du Saint Pardoux provided some beautiful beaches and water to swim in on hot days. Definitely recommend!
This gite ticks all the boxes for us - a large enclosed garden for the dog, and for ball games; a great swimming pool; access to tennis courts; a beautiful village setting and a wonderful house. Plus only 6km from an activity lake for the kids. Fantastic.
We have stayed here multiple times. The house is a lovely mix of old and new and the garden is perfect for a peaceful stay. The swimming pool is beautiful and the garden is large and secure....great for our dogs.
The owner is very helpful and accommodating and we have never had any problems when staying here. Thank you Madame Dodinet. xx
Wonderful stay. The owner was charming and easy to communicate with. The outside area of the house in particular is the nicest we’ve stayed in. Very private. Plenty of room in the house. Some parts are very old and un renovated but it didn’t detract from the overall experience. Very quiet, nice walks from the doorstep and a pizza van came one night. Otherwise you do have a 10 min drive for bread, shops etc. Would recommend!!
Victoria T.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Caroline F.
5 Aug 2018
100% Recommended
This is a very old and characterful house with new modern facilities (bathroom, kitchen, toilet) situated in a beautiful and quiet village/hamlet. The garden is massive but fully enclosed so perfect for dogs and children and the swimming pool is gorgeous.
The owner is very charming and welcoming but otherwise perfectly unobtrusive - she speaks very good English and there were no communication problems for us.
Thoroughly recommended for any English visitors to the Nouvelle-Aquitaine/Limousin region.
Caroline F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Archival
2/10 Terrible
yuksel Ondek O.
8 Sept 2017
Disappointing
Place is very aged, showers were not working properly. Owner try to charge us for the cot they provided.
Magnifique semaine passée dans la maison spacieuse, fonctionnelle et joliment décorée. Nous avons bien profité du jardin et de la piscinePlein de balades à faire dans les environs. Nous reviendrons avec plaisir!
Très jolie maison, spacieuse , on se croit dans un château, c’est un château d’ailleurs
Quelques rafraîchissements sont à prévoir mais tt y est
Très agréable moment en famille, vélo et randonnée au rendez-vous pour découvrir le Limousin
Merci à notre hôte
The third time we have stayed here and still just as good as the first time.
Charming old house but with modern kitchen and bathroom facilities, beautiful secure garden, outside eating area and superb swimming pool.
Set in a really quiet village only a 5 minute drive from the local town with all facilities.
Handover process is always smooth and easy and we will recommend this as a great place to stay. Hopefully we will return soon, thanks
Découverte du limousin à partir d'une maison de famille
Située dans un très beau village limousin, la maison nous a offert l'espace et le confort de pouvoir se retrouver avec sa famille dispersée depuis 2 ans en Espagne, Allemagne, Grande Bretagne. De belles retrouvailles ...
Très bonne expérience dans cette belle propriété gérée par Martine. L'hôte est très agréable, disponible, arrangeante. Nous avons pu passer une semaine de vacances en famille dans les meilleures conditions : piscine, grand jardin, jeux pour les enfants, tennis à 50 mètres, city foot à 200 mètres. Le jardin est vraiment sublime, idéal pour faire des barbecues et dîner sous le préau. Je recommande vivement !
Nous avons été charmés par le jardin, les extérieurs et la belle piscine de la propriété, mais déçus par l'état de la maison, à mon sens impropre à la location en l'état. Une salle de bain, un wc et la cuisine ont été rénovés récemment et sont très propres et moderne. Le reste de la maison nécessiterait une rénovation complète. La maison sent l'humidité et les papiers peints sont décollés. Les 2 pièces à vivre ont des soucis de salpetre. Mais le ménage était correctement fait, le problème n'est pas la propreté mais bien la vétusté.
Très belle maison, bien équipée.
Très bien située : départ de belles randonnées à proximité, à deux pas d'Ambazac, au calme. Idéal pour profiter de la région !
Petit bémol sur les chambres du deuxième étage plutôt pour des enfants.
Belle demeure avec tout le confort.
La piscine nous a été très utile pour se rafraichir.
Parc bien entretenu.
Nous avons également apprécié le tennis à proximité.
Je recommande cette location.