La Buse
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This by A Tout France classified 3-star gîte La Buse is located in the middle of France 300 km below Paris in Le Berry in the department Indre (named after the river that flows through it) near La Châtre the heart of La Vallée Noire, a tourist town with an exceptional architectural heritage.
Upon entering this comfortable gîte, you will find the kitchen equipped with a 4-burner gas cooker with electric oven, fridge with freezer, dishwasher, nespresso machine,microwave and a cosy spacious dining table. The kitchen has all necessities such as blender, toaster, complete crockery and pots and pans. On the 1st floor is the living cum bedroom with a double canopy bed and a double sofa bed (2 children or 1 adult), for when it is very hot this room has a generous ceiling fan. There is a cosy sitting area with television with all Dutch channels. The adjoining bathroom has a washbasin/spacious shower/ toilet and electric wall radiator.
Next to the cottage is a beautiful garden room where you can relax, this space is entirely at your disposal where you can light a wood stove, possibly do your exercises, listen to music, play a musical instrument (keyboard and guitar are there) or just open the doors and sit in the sun. There is plenty of opportunity to pitch a tent on the site if there are several of you.
In front of the cottage is a spacious terrace where you have every opportunity to sunbathe and barbecue or make a campfire in the evening.
As for pets, 1 dog is welcome.
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Facilities
- Independent
- No smoking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Tumble dryer
- Iron
- Pets welcome
- Cot
- TV
- Internet
- Fireplace
- Hair dryer
- With swimming pool
- Private pool
Surroundings
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La Buse is located in a small community of 6 houses, at 5 minutes distance there are villages with all amenities and at 15 minutes distance you will find 2 attractive towns with extensive facilities and weekly markets.
The Indre is the region where the writer George Sand (1804-1876) lived, she was the lover of Chopin. That is why in the summer months, open-air concerts are held here. In the village of Nohant is the family estate of George Sand, where she wrote her famous novels "Les Petite Fadette" and "Les Maîtres Sonneurs", which were set in this region. It is also the starting point of the George Sand - route that leads to Gargilesse, the artists' village, and to places where the writer found her inspiration.
There are many castles in the area such as Sarzay / Mers sur Indres/ Lignac or the Castle of Drulon which has a beautiful sculpture garden and where exhibitions of contemporary art are held. In Neuvy Saint Sépulchre is a Romanesque Basilica (11/12th century) modelled on the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and where the road to St Jacques de Compostela runs.
Apart from the beautiful rural surroundings with an abundance of culture, you can also take the train from Chateauroux to Paris in 2 hours.
- Rural
- Hilly
- In or near a village
- In or near a town
Reviews
Marlies Blankendaal from Tuitjenhorn,
Voor de 2 de keer geweest
Alles is echt aanwezig in de gite
Prachtig zwembad
En marleen heel erg gastvrij
Heerlijk rustig maar toch alles dichtbij in la chatreLisette & Kees from Utrecht,
Weer een geweldige vakantie gehad in Gîte La Buse. Heerlijk rustig, mooie tuin, goed uitgeruste gîte, geweldige gastvrouw. De nieuwe veranda is heerlijk, veel opties om in en uit de zon te zitten, zitjes met mooi uitzicht. Afkoelen in het zwembad. Kortom, voor herhaling vatbaar (volgend jaar weer 😊).
J. Schook from Alblasserdam,
Wij vonden La Buse een prettige gîte om in te verblijven. Het is een gîte op het Franse "platte Land" en het was er heerlijk rustig. De gîte is werkelijk van alle gemakken voorzien. De ruimte rond de gîte is vrij groot en er was bij zonnig weer altijd wel een plek in de schaduw te vinden waar je lekker kon luieren of een boekje lezen. Ook het zwembad werd door ons zeer gewaardeerd.
In de omgeving van de gîte heb je legio mogelijkheden om te fietsen en te wandelen of om iets te bekijken. Het landschap is er, als je van heuvels, bossen, velden en landweggetjes houdt, prachtig en zeer rustig.
Voor de boodschappen heb je eigenlijk de auto nodig.
Gastvrouw Marleen heeft zeer haar best gedaan om ons verblijf zo prettig mogelijk te maken. Zij weet waar je lekker kan eten en zo nodig reserveert ze een leuk restaurantje voor je.Hans en Karin uit Alblasserdam.
Restaurants, food & wine
Of course, food is very important in France and during the week you can have a 4-course lunch for an average approx.15 euros including wine at many places in the surrounding area. La Châtre is also home to Italian and Chinese cuisine so there is something for everyone.
Activities
From the cottage you walk straight into the silence with beautiful views over the rolling countryside, it is a walking and cycling area par excellence. There are many walks in the immediate vicinity from 4 km to 25 km. Nature is still unspoilt here, you can regularly see a roe deer jumping away, spotting wild boar and foxes. Also for the birdwatchers among you; here you can spot the black kite, the chiffon vulture, the hoopoe, the golden oriole and more special birds. Music lovers will also enjoy La Grange aux pianos in Chassignolles, which hosts classical concerts by renowned musicians during the summer months. In nearby Crozon sur Vauvre, you can rent an electric bike at a reasonable price.
Pouligny Notre Dame is home to Les Dryades with an 18-hole golf course and a spa, as well as téle-skiing. La Châtre is a beautiful town with a Saturday market and of course pleasant terraces. There is also an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, as well as beautiful lakes for swimming. One hour away you will find the impressive nature reserve De Brenne (16,000 ha); the country of the thousand fens. But there are more lakes with small beaches, such as at Le Val de Creuse (Eguson) with some of the most beautiful villages in France, including the artists' village of Gargilesse. Be sure to visit the town of Argenton-sur-Creuse, the Venice of Berry and the many brocantes and vide-greniers in the area. Near the picturesque village of Crozant, you can discover the wild nature of the Creuse from the water by canoe or kayak. You can choose a trip on the reservoir or on the river. You will enjoy rock formations, babbling brooks and overwhelming nature. But also the castle ruins of Crozant and other special views. 1 hour away is the Tree Climbing Parcours Toulx-Sainte-Croix, this climbing course is a collection of platforms in trees interconnected by ropes,rope ladders, bridges and zip lines. The park consists of 4 different courses of varying levels. There is a special course for children, where parents can keep an eye on them, as well as a black course for advanced climbers. This makes the park suitable for anyone looking for a sporty or adventurous day. Visitors are always secured, receive comprehensive safety instruction . There is also an opportunity to water-ski on Eguzon Lake (Club Nautique Eguzon). Cluis is a rural and authentic municipality awash with lush greenery, making it the ideal backdrop for thrill seekers bungee jumping from the 50-metre viaduct. The Viaduc de l'Auzon offers a stunning panorama of the town and surrounding areas. This former 499-metre-long railway is an emblematic symbol of the region. Half an hour away is the equestrian centre Calypso in La Berthenoux.
All these activities can thus be reached within an acceptable distance.
- Bicycle
- Near hiking trails
- Near ATB trails
Further remarks
You are in the middle of a beautiful landscape here, perfect for walkers, cyclists, fishermen, birdwatchers, photographers, painters, readers and music lovers, an active holiday or just doing nothing and enjoying the silence.
There is also so little light pollution that you can admire fantastic starry skies here. Here, dark really is dark!
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Additional price info and offers
Prices include cleaning, sheets and towels.
In mid- and low season, arrival and departure days can be arranged by mutual agreement.
Also in high season, arrival and departure days are flexible, especially because of the busy French roads on Saturdays.
Arrival between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Departure before 10 a.m.
(another time in consultation)
Price includes
Cleaning fee, Towels, Bed linen