Hazelnut Cottage dates back to at least the 18th century and was probably once a barn. We cannot be sure but from research undertaken we think that it was during the early 19th Century that it was converted to a dwelling. The wide stone fireplace and superb stone sink were probably 'borrowed' from the local Manor House which was destroyed after the French Revolution and of which only some stone outbuildings remain.  The cottage has wonderful oak beams and during the recent renovation some of the stone walls have been left exposed and the rest covered in a local lime render thus giving it a wonderful historic feel but with modern insulation and creature comforts!  

The cottage is on three levels, each with their own distinctive atmosphere.

main bedroom The upper level
(reached by ancient wooden
staircase from the Salon)   

Superb luxury double bedroom
(large antique double bed 160cm x 200cm)



beams throuout the house
View from bedroom
towards the bathroom
Upper hallway
Landing between the
bedroom and en-suite bathroom
bedroom chest of drawers
Antique chest
of drawers

bathroom
Luxurious en-suite bathroom


Main bathroom
Bath - basin - WC heated towel rail
tea for two......
Morning Coffee
top level
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Open firepalce with wood burning stove

The middle level

(with its own Terrace overlooking the Pool and with
access to the lane and the garden by stone steps)

Original wooden beams, open fireplace,
wood burning stove, comfortable furniture.

Relax and enjoy your holiday....

Living room
The lounge with
comfortable seating

coffee table books about local architecture/culture etc
Lots of books in
English and french
Dining room
Dining room looking
towards the lounge
Computer corner
Computer corner with
unlimited internet access
Kitchen with original wall paintings
Fully equipped kitchen
with original wall painting
stone sink with curiosities
Old stone sink filled
with curiosities


Large (approx 35m²) lounge with ancient open stone and bricou fireplace with Jotul wood burner, ancient stone decorative sink, large double (160cm x 200cm) sofa bed, two comfortable chairs, large coffee table, antique cupboard with games and books, TV (French and foreign channels via satellite), DVD player, Video player and computer with unlimited Internet access.

Two steps lead down to the Dining area with table and seating for 6, fridge/freezer, antique jam cupboard with all cutlery, crockery, glasses etc for 6  plus little 'extras' such as candle holders, recipe books, fruit bowls etc - Hazelnut Cottage has been equipped to make you feel truly comfortable and to be able to enjoy to the full the cooking and eating of the delightful fresh local produce available in the markets and local shops.

The open plan corner Kitchen area has shelving, single sink and drainer, Dishwasher, Gas Cooker, Combi Microwave/Oven, Extractor Hood, all pots and pans and utensils – and a feature wall fresco of prehistoric animals, plus unusual painting by French artist Vincent Rougier.

Middle level
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Entrance to the cottage in the evening
The lower level
Entrance from the garden into hallway with coat stand, notice board with recommendations for restaurants etc, storage for garden parasols etc


Outer lobby with laundry area, sink and work top plus crockery cutlery etc for BBQ's or picnics in the garden and a chilled water dispenser


Wooden stairs lead up to the Kitchen Dining Salon etc

Inner lobby off which are the Shower room, the separate WC, and the Twin Bedroom
lamp in wall niche
bedroom
Twin bedroom on the ground floor


 2nd bedroom
Original stone walls and beams
Toilet 'throne'
Separate downstairs toilet is a jewel !
Shower room
Ground floor shower room
Lower level
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