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Country house 11 bedrooms, indoor heated pool, sauna, jacuzzi. Woods and lakes.

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A courtyard with a stone fountain, surrounded by stone buildings with tiled roofs and a church with a steeple.
A building with a courtyard, a balcony, and a moon in the sky.
Interior
A long dining table set for a meal with candles, glasses, and cutlery.
A cozy loft with exposed wooden beams, a fireplace, and a large collection of bookshelves.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

11 bedrooms10 bathroomsSleeps 20950 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Journet, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
  • Place, Regional Natural Park of Brenne
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Church of Saint-Laurent-et-Saint-Vincent
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Abbey Church of Saint-Savin-sur-Gartempe
    ‪26 min drive‬

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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.

Country house 11 bedrooms, indoor heated pool, sauna, jacuzzi. Woods and lakes.

Forge is a large country house set in impressive grounds of over 100 acres of landscaped park, woodlands, and lakes. The house includes a large beamed banqueting hall with a table that seats 20-24 people, a music room, a games room with a pool table, heated indoor swimming pool, a sauna, a large library with wood burning stove, a sitting room with large open fire, 2 kitchens, 2 smaller dining rooms, 11 bedrooms (6 of which are ensuite) and 8 bathrooms. One of the bedrooms is on the ground floor and has 2 king size beds and another pull out double sofa bed. This luxurious house has 950 square meters of space to enjoy.

Outside there is a large terrace situated just past the library doors that overlooks the ponds and woodlands. There is also a shaded terraces perfect for eating outdoors. The indoor pool has a hot tub just outside of it which has views looking out to the Greek temple and the roman temple. This is a perfect place to gaze at the stars in the evening.

The grounds have many unique spaces to sit and enjoy the wildlife, there is a Zen garden complete with small Asian temple, an Octagonal outdoor room, the Greek temple and the Roman temple plus a truly unusual bunker under a mound topped with a table and chair to enjoy the view. There is an orchard and a few enclosed formal gardens plus a variety of sculptures around the grounds.

There is wildlife everywhere, you will find a variety of birds, deer, hares, pine martins, fish, red squirrels, bats, frogs, lizards and many different insects. 

The house has everything you need for a relaxing holiday including dishwasher, washing machine, and dryer. There will also be a stack of wood ready for you to build a comforting fire if the weather is a little chilly.

We live on site with two cats and two dogs. We also have ducks and chickens. We are available to deal with any questions that you might have about such a large house and to ensure you have a fabulous holiday, but we are very happy to stay out of the way and let you enjoy the space.
You'll find features like an indoor pool, a hot tub, and laundry facilities at this vacation home. Free WiFi and a private pool are available in the vacation home.
  • The vacation home offers a private pool, a kitchen, and a washer/dryer
  • Free WiFi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include laundry facilities, a terrace, and Library
  • Onsite recreation includes a sauna
  • 12 minutes by car from Regional Natural Park of Brenne and 14 minutes from Église Notre Dame de Montmorillon
This vacation home offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a sauna. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the family-friendly vacation home.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Massage
  • Private pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 11 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 10 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Smart TV
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking outside only, cigarettes to be picked up.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 10,226 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: There are dangers such as lakes and wild areas.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking outside only, cigarettes to be picked up.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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: 4
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

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Country house 11 bedrooms, indoor heated pool, sauna, jacuzzi. Woods and lakes. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superbe propriété

Notre famille (16 personnes, 4 générations, 2 à 92 ans) a passé deux semaines très agréables dans cette belle et grande propriété en dehors des zones de vacances les plus recherchées. Il y a donc peu de touristes, peu de circulation, c'est très reposant. La propriété elle-même est belle. Beaucoup d'espaces communs (16 canapés, chacun le sien!), chambres confortables, et une immense bibliothèque. En 20 ans de locations, nous n'avons jamais eu une salle à manger aussi spacieuse. Tout était en ordre et les hôtes sont sympa, discrets et attentifs. La piscine couverte a de grandes fenêtres coulissantes qui vous donnent l'impression d'être dehors. On recommande chaudement la boulangerie Damien Guenot (tout ce qu'il faut pour un excellent petit déjeuner français) et le marché à Montmorillon; la location de vélos à Cycle et Sport (LeBlanc) et la visite de l'abbaye de de Saint-Savin.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ludovic G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Superbe au calme

Week-end entre amis , literie parfaite, calme, cuisine super équipée, jaccuzzi et piscine au top
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hélène C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Séjour familial apprécié

Temps ensoleillé, toute la famille a aimé se retrouver dans cette belle demeure de 10 chambres spacieuses et 8 salles d'eau, avec les 2 cuisines et la piscine pendant 3 jours. Seul SOUCI : chaudière en panne pour chauffage et eau chaude pour 1 cuisine, 5 douches en chambres. Dédommagement obtenu sur le prix.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MONIQUE D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vaste maison entourée d'un parc magnifique

Excellent we de l'ascension en famille 8 adultes et 8 enfants en pleine nature. Très agréables et grands espaces de vie à l'intérieur et dans l'immense parc avec beaucoup d'activités pour tous. L'accueil des propriétaires est très chaleureux et nous avons été petits et grands sous le charme de cette propriété hors du commun.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MURIEL D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Un temps hors du temps entre amis

Nous avons réservé ce lieu pour des vacances entre amis. Sabina et Andrew sont des hôtes adorables et nous avons passé un séjour joyeux dans ce grand espace de nature et cette ferme rénovée et chaleureuse. Parfait pour des vacances au calme tout en trouvant chacun sur place une activité pour chaque envie du moment !
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexandre A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lieu exceptionnel avec de l'espace et un parc grandiose

Nous étions 20 personnes (10 grands enfants et 10 adultes), de l'espace et des chambres pour tous sans contrainte. Des salles de jeux très biens fournies, 2 cuisines et buanderies sur-équipées. Le parc qui entoure la propriété est absolument incroyable et offre des possibilités de jeux pour tous. L'accueil et les communications avec les propriétaires sont simples, fluides et sympathiques.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021