La Maison Haute Couture

Penne DŽAgenais, Bordeaux, France

Sleeps: up to 10 guests

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Unique Features

• A traditional 19^th Century designer French farmhouse restored into a modern, luxury retreat
• Its interior was designed in conjunction with famous British fashion house Eley Kishimoto
• Decked out with rare classic designs and bespoke furnishings
• Situated in a lush area of southwest France renowned as the epicentre of French food and wine
• Winner of Wallpaper* magazine Best Rural Retreat of the Year Award 2006

The Property

Exclusive, Designer French Farmhouse in Bordeaux, France

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Open the door to a haven of modern design inside a 19th century French farmhouse. Nestled between two medieval villages in the heart of a foodie region of France, La Maison Haute Couture is an exclusive hilltop retreat that offers the comfortable ambience of an old family home fused with a stylish interior and bespoke service.

• Style: Set on three floors, the house blends traditional features with cutting-edge design. Think wood floors, moon-shaped sofas, Grandfather clocks and funky wallpaper.
• Bedrooms: Five bedrooms – four doubles and one twin – each with a unique design feature. The master bedroom, a double with terracotta flooring, a bathtub and additional shower en suite, is based on the lower ground floor, with French doors leading out to a sitting area on the edge of the grounds.
• Bathrooms: There are 3 ensuite bedrooms and a family bathroom. All the bathrooms have complementary Kiehl’s beauty products.
• For relaxation: Soak away stresses and strains in the huge bath overlooking the sunflower fields; take a sunset stroll in the cherry and plum orchards.
• For recreation: Ensconce yourself in the 1600 square-feet attic living room space and pick a Penguin Classic or one of the vintage board games from the corner library, or chill out in front of the flat-screen TV.

Outside
Perched on a hilltop, the farmhouse has five acres of landscaped gardens. Watch the sun go down behind the cherry and plum orchards and breathe the delicate aroma of lavender and rosemary; kick back in the alfresco barbecue area – complete with Weber BBQ and outdoor Mecano dining table and chairs; chill out by the pool on a Californian sun lounger. (The private pool area is gated and surrounded by a stone wall, making it safe for children). For a unique experience and breathtaking views to the sunflower fields, sink into a huge open-air bath sunk into the ancient floor of an outbuilding.

Food and wine

Available on a self-catering or fully catered basis, according to your requirements.

• DIY: The well-equipped kitchen and dining areas offer spacious facilities where you can prepare and enjoy the bounty of France's celebrated gastronomic hub. Natural wood and stone features are combined with modern appliances and a steel worktop, creating an old farmhouse feel with all mod cons. Every guest will arrive to a basket of local produce – including bread, milk, juice and cheese – from the local organic market. The market, just a 10-minute drive from the house, is the oldest in France.
• In-house cuisine: Home-cooked meals are available, with a local chef preparing food at the house or off-site, according to needs and wishes of the guests. Any special requirements (dietary, celebration cakes etc) can be arranged in advance.
• Eating out: Recommended restaurants in the area include Maison Sur La Place, Penne.www.lamaisonsurlaplace.com, Restaurant de la Toque Blanch, Pujols, 10 minutes away (Tel 05 53 49 00 30) and Aubergade, Puymirol 30 minutes away(www.aubergade.com).
  

Rental inclusive of:

• Linen
• Towel
• Kiehl’s beauty products in all bathrooms
• A welcome basket of local produce

Getting there

• On the map: The property is situated in Hautefage la Tour, between the villages of Penne D'Agenais and Pujols in the southwest of France.
• By car: There are three airports close to the house – Bergerac (65km, 45mins), Bordeaux (120km, 1hr 20mins) and Toulouse (120km, 1 hr 20 mins).
• By train: The nearest train station is Agen, 25 mins (23km) from the house.
• Helipad: No helipad, but private aircraft can be landed at a private airstrip just minutes away.

Out and About

• Stock up with fresh French produce at the oldest local organic market in France.
• Witness ancient monuments, cobblestone streets and the old world beauty of the neighbouring villages Penne D'Agenais and Pujols.
• For something a little different guests can visit a local snail farm or even a beehive in Penne (the honey from which can be enjoyed at the house).
• Head to the historic city of Cahors, with its ancient bridge and wine tasting, or Rocamandour with a breathtaking church built into the side of a mountain and a monkey forest.
• The house is also 1.5 hours drive from the coast and Andorra. Pleasure boats can be hired form Port de Penne (river Lot).
• Horse riding, fishing and golf are all within 20 minutes of the property.

Pricing

• Weekly: from £8,000
• Damages Deposit: £2500

Accommodation Details

• Personally Inspected: Pending
  
• Sleeps: up to 10 guests
• Double: 4 double rooms
• Twin: 1 twin room
• Swimming Pool: Yes
• Children: Children are welcome
• Pets: No pets
• Mod Cons: Flat screen television with satellite including UK channels
• Internet & Communications: Wireless broadband access
• Arrival Time: from 2pm
• Departure Time: by 11am