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Vineyard House with pool near Bordeaux
Ste-Eulalie, 20 minutes from Bordeaux city centre, in the Gironde
8 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, children’s dormitory. Tennis court.


Abbaye de Bonlieu

Bonlieu dates from the 12th century, an ancient Cistercian abby that was restored into a large family home in the 19th century. Today, it combines the charm and character of that period with modern comforts and its situation 20 minutes from the centre of Bordeaux means that you have the best of all world's at hand. The house is set in several acres of parkland where children can run around freely. The abby vineyard has produced wine for centuries and now produces Premières Côtes de Bordeaux.

We are on the outskirts of Bordeaux itself, about 30 minutes from Saint-Emilion. The village is a 5 minute walk and has most essential shops for immediate needs. The airport and main train station are within easy driving distance, Arcachon and the Atlantic beaches are 40 minutes away and there are three golf courses less than 20 minutes from here.

Furnished with family furniture and period pieces, the house is centred around a courtyard and is a place where family and friends can relax together in comfort.


There are three large salons on the main floor of the house, a library music room with a grand piano on the left, a games room to the right and between them, a main sitting room with another piano that leads via a double staircase to a magnificent terrace flanked by centuries old magnolia trees.

The left wing of the house has a large dining room, the kitchen, a laundry room and 2 of the bedrooms. Next to the wing is the old wine cellar and a separate apartment for the caretaker.
The right wing houses 6 further bedrooms on two floors, along with a children’s dormitory. The original abby chapel is also part of this wing.

There are televisions in three of the bedrooms and in one of the salons, Dvd and a music system. A hairdryer is available. The kitchen is fully equipped and includes a dishwasher, washing machine and dryer and a large fridge freezer.
The pool house also has a summer kitchen equipped with an oven, fridge and dishwasher, as well as a barbecue.

The first double room on the ground floor of the right wing of the house has a small sitting room with doors opening onto the vines and pool. The en suite bathroom has a bath. The second bedroom is a twin room with a period style bathroom.

Upstairs are 2 large double rooms, both with an Italian style bathroom, one with a large shower, the other with both bath and shower.

A hallway over the chapel leads to the 5th double room with an en suite bathroom with shower and bath. Around the corner is a large room usually used as a children’s dormitory and playroom with several single beds. A cot is available on request.

The last 2 double bedrooms are in the left wing of the house, one of which has an en suite bathroom with bath. A hairdryer is available.


The Area

Within a 20 minute drive are three 18-hole golf clubs: Bordeaux-Lac, home to the Bordeaux International Open, has two fairways. Between Bordeaux and Libourne/St Emilion, are two country golf clubs set in a stunning valley amongst the vineyards and there are two others amongst the Medoc vinyards. The local aero club welcomes flying enthusiasts.

There is something for everyone here, famous vinyards, beaches, food, the city, theatre, music, art, history. The centre of Bordeaux is full of graceful 18th century buildings and is easy to walk around. The embankment has been transformed into a series gardens, fountains and riverside walks. Head for the Golden Triangle and the Rue Sainte Catherine that leads down to the Cathedral, where most of the shops are, anyone will tell you where it is. A huge choice of restaurants in the city cater for all tastes and pockets.

Travel Information

Airports
Bordeaux-Mérignac - 20 minutes
Car hire available
Road
Paris - 570 km
The house is situated on the north side of Bordeaux near the A10,
(exit n°44, the last exit before the ring road (la rocade) around Bordeaux).
Rail
Bordeaux Saint-Jean - 20 minutes
(TGV Paris/Bordeaux) - 3 hours
Car hire available

The station is also the terminus for the new tram system
in the centre of the city, which allows you to travel
around without a car and the bother of parking.

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Prices and booking information

January - April€3000
May & June€4000
July & August€5000
September & October€4000
November & December€3000

All prices are per week Saturday to Saturday

Linen and towels are provided
A cook and extra cleaning can be provided on request.
Pets welcome

A deposit of 50% is requested to confirm the booking
with the remainder paid 4 weeks before arrival,
together with a returnable damage deposit.

Language(s) spoken:
English and French

To book or for more information please contact
Claude Portmann


Mobile: 06 08 76 97 25 (International + 33 6 08 76 97 25)

Fax: 01 40 53 05 57 (International + 33 1 40 53 05 57)

Please mention Vacation France when contacting the owner


 
 
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