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La Merlerie

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Overview
4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
8 guests
4 nights minimum 
Farmhouse
La Merlerie is millers cottage with adjacent water mill built in 1896 which was working until the 1970's milling flour & feed for local farmers. Since then it was purchased by a French artist from Paris and converted to a holiday home. La Merlerie is now owned by a British farmily who have finished the pretty cottage to a high standard with en suite bathrooms, new kitchen kitchen & dining facilities. Below the house and overlooking the water meadow is a large terrace area with sun loungers and tables, 10m x 5m salt water pool (no chlorine) heated if required at extra cost. There is a cellar/games room with pool games table and 5 bicyles for residents use. The grounds surrounding the house include the mill pond, formal gardens and water meadow running away to the boundary stream that is...La Merlerie is millers cottage with adjacent water mill built in 1896 which was working until the 1970's milling flour & feed for local farmers. Since then it was purchased by a French artist from Paris and converted to a holiday home. La Merlerie is now owned by a British farmily who have finished the pretty cottage to a high standard with en suite bathrooms, new kitchen kitchen & dining facilities. Below the house and overlooking the water meadow is a large terrace area with sun loungers and tables, 10m x 5m salt water pool (no chlorine) heated if required at extra cost. There is a cellar/games room with pool games table and 5 bicyles for residents use. The grounds surrounding the house include the mill pond, formal gardens and water meadow running away to the boundary stream that is the river Oeil. This is a truly rural and peaceful location. Within 2 kilometres we have a boulangerie. A country town which has supermarkets, banks, pharmacy & most useful shops is 10 minutes distance by car.
House Rules
Pet-friendlyKid friendlyNo smoking
We have a strict policy regarding children & they should be aged 6 years and upwards. the house is not suitable for very young children due to steps/staircases & levels.
Bedrooms
2 Kings2 Doubles
Bathrooms
1 Full bath2 Attached (ensuite)

Meet the host
Carrie P
Hosting since March 2009
Languages spoken: English
Response Rate: 73%
Response Time: Within a few hours

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Kåre E
Kåre E
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
The French countryside at your feet
A charming house in the French countryside with everything you need. The pool was really great in the warm weather. We enjoyed the quiet and the beautiful scenery. Loads of space and amenities for two adults and three children. Carrie was very attentive, and we felt very much at home.
Visited July 2023
Written 23 July 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Daydream727319
Daydream727319
Thank you for your lovely review of our house in France.
Written 17 September 2023. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

PB1123
PB1123
5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Excellent Peaceful Holiday
This place is gorgeous so quiet and peaceful, it's not lonely and isolated but far enough away to be private. The facilities are excellent and the pool was such a wonderful bonus. We will definitely be going back.
Visited August 2022
Written 28 September 2022. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

N Z
N Z
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Excellent Fun in the Pool
The location is beautiful and peaceful. The house spacious and clean and the hosts David & Carrie went above and beyond to ensure the holiday ran smoothly. Many thanks to them - anyone staying here is in for a treat. The pool was superb.
Visited August 2020
Written 7 September 2020. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

Marul R
Marul R
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Bezauberndes Ferienhaus mit fantastischem Pool
Das Haus La Merlerie war wunderschön für unseren Sommerurlaub mit 3 Kindern. Der Pool, 5x10m, war das Highlight für die Kinder und perfekt zum Toben, Schwimmen und Abkühlen. Die Umgebung bietet viele schöne ruhige Spaziergänge und Radtouren in der Natur. Andere Sehenswürdigkeiten sowie Einkaufsmöglichkeiten können mit dem Auto erreicht werden.
Visited July 2020
Written 5 August 2020. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

Gareth S
Gareth S
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
A perfectly peaceful getaway...
We stayed at La Merlerie in August with our two children, 10 and 5 and they loved it. There is plenty of room in the house, plus everything you need for your stay including a games room downstairs. The pool was perfect as we had excellent weather for our stay and spent the majority of our time in there. You're not far from the Volcanic region and the Puy de Dome which we visited. It is a rural area so a perfect place to go and switch off. The shops in Commentry had everything we needed, especially the local pattisserie. We would definitely stay here again in the future. Many thanks.
Visited August 2019
Written 20 August 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Daydream727319
Daydream727319
Thank you so much - so glad you had a happy holiday!
Written 26 August 2019. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

gill h
gill h
Bicester, United Kingdom
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Very relaxing holiday
We had a lovely holiday at this property. The property itself is extremely well equipped and provided everything we needed for a great stay. The owners were very accommodating and helpful. The area it's self is very quiet and rural, which suited us we wanted a quiet holiday. It was lovely every morning to be able to open all of the downstairs windows to a beautiful view.
Visited August 2012 Travelled as a couple
Written 8 August 2013. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

Laktok
Laktok
Nailsworth, United Kingdom1 contribution
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Piece, tranquility, country charm, heated pool, nature with comfort.
If you need to go somewhere quiet with a pool to keep children happy this is the place. Owned by a British family with teenagers this house is well equipped. Super market about four milled away, lots of room and beds, showers etc. Not the right place if you want night life, fancy restaurants and theme parks. There are rivers and streams, rural life, wildlife and nature abounds. Not much in the way of tourist attractions, avoid the local sausage!
Visited June 2013
Written 9 June 2013. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

sandra6259
sandra6259
Maidstone, United Kingdom19 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
great salt water pool, remote country location, steep staircases,
Remote country location, with lovely large salt water pool (but not fenced in). very steep staircases so a bit of an effort to get suitcases from car to bedroom on 3rd floor. we stayed with extended family in an exceptionally hot period but with the bedrooms in the roof they were extremely hot. this is not a house suitable for young children, my 5year old was Ok but would not recommend for younger kids. good 45 mins drive for tourist areas of Vichy, Moulins or Volvic hills although the nearby town of Commentry has supermarkets and shops.
Visited August 2012 Travelled with family
Written 2 September 2012. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

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What this rental offers
Kitchen and dining
  • Grill
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Refrigerator
  • Kettle
  • Microwave
  • Cooker
  • Toaster
Wi-fi and internet
  • Wi-fi
Outdoor amenities
  • Balcony
  • Playground
  • Private outdoor pool (heated)
  • Private yard
  • Swingset
  • Terrace
Entertainment
  • DVD player
  • Pool table
  • Stereo system
  • Television
Parking
  • Secure parking available
Things to do
  • Fishing spots available
  • Watersports
  • Cycling areas
Indoor amenities
  • Central heating
  • Fireplace
  • Internet access
  • Cable television
Bathroom and laundry
  • Dryer
  • Iron
  • Washer
Nearby
  • Golf course (within 30 mins drive)
  • Horse riding facilities
  • Tennis court
  • Hiking areas
  • Countryside area
Location info
  • Kid friendly

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Map
About the neighbourhood
Things to do Kart Circuit at Montlucon for children & adults (15kms) Indoor Bowling Montlucon Canoeing & Kyaking through the gorge of the River Sioule which lies 20kms to the south Velo Rail - cycle car on a disused railway line - great for the whole family 15kms to the north Water sports available on many adjacent lakes Horse Riding & Golf at Neris le Bains Many of the local towns have wonderful historic buildings and museums and being the area of the bourbonaise kings & queens of France, fantastic chateaux & architecture. Restaurants: We have a listing of recommended restaurants in our house book During winter months we are only 1.5 hrs away from 'putting on skis' at the traditional resort of Mont Dore
Access
Car required
How to get there
Flights available to Limoges from main UK destinations - eg. Standstead, Southampton, Liverpool Limoges airport - La Merlerie 2 hours with car hire available at Airport. Ferry/Drive - 6 hours from Calais via A1/A10/A71
Activities nearby
Fishing spots availableGolf course (within 30 mins drive)Horse riding facilitiesTennis courtWatersports

Things to know
Cancellation policy
  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
  • 50% refund* if you cancel at least 4 weeks before check-in
  • 25% refund* if you cancel at least 2 weeks before check-in
  • No refund available once booking is confirmed

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Frequently Asked Questions about La Merlerie

La Merlerie is able to accommodate up to 8 guests. See all property details.

La Merlerie has 3 bathrooms available. See all property details.

La Merlerie has 4 bedrooms available. See all property details.

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