Our Holiday Homes to rent are situated on the border of the rural village Gannay sur Loire in the far north of the Auvergne region, and is only a stone's throw, from the beautiful regions of Morvan and Bourgogne.
This country estate is set in more than two hectares of attractive countryside and has the following accommodation available; three bed & breakfast rooms, two holiday homes to rent [La Grande Grue and La Somme], a maisonnette [La Loire} and a little 'camping aire naturelle'.
The bed & breakfast rooms are located in the former ‘etable’ cowshed, (recently renovated) there are five large rooms on the first floor and all are equipped with a shower, toilet and wash hand basin. The rooms are suitable for 2, 3 or 4 persons, and a child’s bed, (cot) and an extra bed can be placed in a room if required. The rooms have been named after the rivers in the area, enabling guests to choose which room they would like. (please list below)
On the ground floor there is a breakfast room and living room. We know that having the right breakfast is a very important start to the day, whether guests would just like to relax or pursue more active interests, breakfast is catered for both. A child’s seat, (high chair) is available if required.
The living room can be used for relaxing, or reading a book, and of course guests can sit outside on the terrace in the sun, or in the shade under a large old Lime tree. Children can always play in the sand pit or on the swings. When the weather becomes too hot, guests can have a refreshing drink by the swimming pool or even in the swimming pool, or perhaps on the terrace that overlooks the pool.
If our guests do not feel like going out to a restaurant, then you are most welcome to have dinner with your hosts. Trudi is an experienced chef and prepares dinner several days per week with delicious side dishes / accompaniments. There is also a menu available if guests would prefer a vegetarian meal. Most of the vegetables and herbs used, are grown in our own kitchen garden. Trudi will ensure that the dinner and breakfast will provide guests with plenty of energy for the day's activities, e.g. walking, cycling etc.
On the days when guests would just like to relax and un-wind, then the perfect solution is to stay on the estate. We have a large swimming pool, playing field plus chalet, a volleybalfield, a goal, a piste de petanque, a trampoline, terraces where you can sit in the sun or shade, picnic tables and two permanent barbecues. For young children we also have a sandpit and swings. There are bicycles available for hire and we organise kayak tours on the river Loire. The beautiful and quiet surroundings are perfect for cycling or walking, or if our guests are unsure what they would like to do, please ask your hosts (Trudi & Peter), we have plenty of suggestions.
The famous Loire is a short walk from the estate, and guests can swim, fish, canoe or just relax by the riverbanks. On the other side of the village there is a canal that runs parallel with the Loire, here guests will find a yacht club and restaurant, (the yachts are available for hire).
If guests would prefer to be more actively entertained there is a karting lane close by and also a large amusement-animal park within a half hour's driving. However if history, beautiful buildings and exploring interests you, then we are perfectly situated for visits to the picturesque cities of Bourbon-Lancy or Decize or Autun or Moulins and also villages that have magnificent historical buildings, castles, churches, museums, gardens etc. Within a half hour traveling distance lies the city of Nevers with her famous cathedral and palaces. We have all of the information leaflets – just ask us!
