Description
Welcome to Appleton's Farmhouse B&B Only minutes from the A20
Paris / Toulouse Auto Route, Exit 17
Our 19th Century farmhouse has been renovated to a high standard having made every effort to retain many of the original features, while incorporating modern amenities. We have created a warm, homely atmosphere for your stay. You can soak up the sun, snooze in the shade or enjoy a bottle of wine from our select collection on the terrace. Malcolm and Edward, your hosts, will endeavour to help you make the most of your stay in their home.
Appleton's is situated on 2 acres of beautifully landscaped countryside with a variety of trees, shrubs and lovely flowering borders. We welcome you to take a stroll through the property including our fruit and vegetable gardens, which provide a bountiful harvest throughout the year for guests and ourselves. Our free-range chickens and ducks are quite entertaining and you are most welcome to help us gather eggs for your breakfast!
Dining is a relaxing experience served alfresco under the garden pergola, weather permitting. Evening meals often include organic meats from a neighbouring farm www.le-bois.biz and fresh, seasonal produce from our garden. All meals are freshly prepared and we can accommodate any special dietary needs and vegetarian meals. Breakfast is a sumptuous offering of our free-range eggs cooked to order, tomatoes and mushrooms along with an assortment of cereals, yoghurts, toast and a selection of homemade jams and marmalade. Your choice of beverage includes fruit juice, unlimited tea, coffee and hot chocolate.
Our 4-legged family members, Gobbi the cat and Leo the Labrador dog, are very friendly and always eager to greet new friends! Our pet-friendly rooms are located on the ground floor for easy access. Please let us know in advance if you wish to bring your well-behaved pet, only one small clean dog per room, as a large breed dog will have to sleep in the lounge or in the owners car until we have made some kennels.
Appleton's is a warm and biker friendly bed & breakfast perfectly situated in the Centre region of France, simply reached by all modes of transport. Our location provides a perfect setting of peace and tranquillity, yet is easily accessible from the motorway, making Appleton's ideal for a weeks holiday or as a stopping point for travellers heading to the South of France and the Mediterranean. We are 6 hours from Calais and just 10 minutes from the A20, exit 17. The Limoges and Poitiers airports are within 1-1.5 hours drive respectively. The main route by train from Paris to Toulouse stops near-by in the town of Argenton sur Creuse or Chateauroux. We are quite happy too provide transport to and from the airports and train stations for a nominal fee.
We are surrounded by fabulous tourist sites; the historic medieval market town of Argenton sur Creuse is just 8 km and Chateauroux, the capital of Indre (Department 36), is located within 30 km. The Eguzon lake-park and the Three Lakes district with their stunning views is just up river with its variety of water sports is a 20-minute drive, closer to hand, the Brenne National park is minutes away. We have all the information available for you to make the most of your stay in our region and we are happy to assist in any way.
Why not stop off at Appleton’s if you are on your way to Carcassonne Perpignan or Toulouse just a day’s drive away from us in the Midi Pyrenees and Languedoc Roussillon regions of France, or the beaches of the Mediterranean, the wine areas of the Corbieres and Limoux, or the foothills of the Pyrenees. There are wonderful caves, Mas d'Azil, Niaux, Lombrives, Bedeilhac, all where prehistoric man left behind traces of his life and beliefs through handprints, cave paintings and ancient artefacts. One can visit the underground river ( the largest in Europe) at Labouiche, visit the towns of Mirepoix, Quillan, Esperaza,Limoux, Rennes les Bains, Pamiers, Carcassonne, Beziers or Narbonne - all full of history.
We are located near the Limousin, and are resident English and French speaking owners of this Bed and Breakfast, holiday, vacation, stop over chambres d'Hotes, Farmhouse near to Argenton sur Creuse, Saint Benoit du Sault, Eguzon, La Souterraine and Chaillac, just off the main A20 motorway, auto route, between Paris, Toulouse, Limoges.
The regional capital of the Centre is the City of Orleans, resting on the banks of the river Loire, the town was besieged by the English, but liberated by Joan of Arc in 1429.
Accommodation and Tariffs
Our accommodation is spacious and comfortable with bedrooms suitable for families. Alarm clock radios, hair dryers and bottled water are just a few of the amenities offered, unfortunately we do not offer wheelchair access but we offer ground floor rooms for people with limited mobility. Please do not hesitate to let us know how we can make your stay more comfortable.Rose Bedroom -bedroom 1: First floor location- the largest of our rooms. This stylishly decorated room features a double bed an additional day bed and en-suite double shower. This stylishly decorated room offers views of the garden and expansive countryside. This room can accommodate up to 4. The connecting door to the adjacent Leaf bedroom makes it ideal for families.
Leaf Bedroom - bedroom 2: First floor location- a sweet and cosy Twin bedroom with lovely views of the garden and stunning countryside. This bedroom has exclusive use of the hall bathroom featuring a jet bath. This room can have an additional roll-away bed. In addition a connecting door to the adjacent Rose bedroom makes a perfect family suite.
The Wine Cellar- bedroom 3: This bedroom has recently been refurbished. It is on the ground floor with a wet room with shower. This room can also accommodate a child's bed and or cot.
Yellow Bedroom - bedroom 4: Located on the ground floor and tastefully decorated, this bedroom offers total comfort and relaxation. It has a double bed a full en-suite bathroom. There is ample space for a cot, although not a child's bed.
Appleton's is open all year round, prices are charged per room per night and includes breakfast. Please contact us directly regarding negotiable rates for extended stays and regular visits.
Low Season
01/10/07 to 30/04/08
Double or twin bedroom
One night
1 person 40 euros
2 people 48 euros
3 people 55 euros
Family suite
(1 double and 1 twin bedroom)
3/4 people 85 euros
5 people 95 euros
| High Season
01/05/08 to 30/09/08
Double or twin bedroom
One night
1 person 50 euros
2 people 58 euros
3 people 65 euros
Family suite
(1 double and 1 twin bedroom)
3/4 people 100 euros
5 people 108 euros
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The above rates are charged for the first 3 nights, and then a 10% discount applies to all further nights making it ideal for a weeks stay, relaxing and enjoying the pool and garden. A 7 nights stay would be charged at 382.80€ for 2 people, including a sumptuously cooked breakfast each morning.
Table d'Hôtes- evening meals- are on offer every night. We would love you to join us; just let us know by 10:00 am if you would like to dine in that evening. However, to help assist in planning our menus we do prefer whenever possible to confirm dinner arrangements prior to your arrival. We make every effort to use produce from our own organic vegetable gardens and organic meats from a local farmer. We offer a variety of cuisines and with advance notice, can cater for vegetarians and any other dietary needs. We begin the evening with aperitifs around 7:30pm (timing is flexible) and dinner served shortly thereafter. Aperitifs- four courses, house wine & coffee are all inclusive €20.00 per adult. Children under 16 years are charged €12 and under 10's at €5. In addition you can purchase a variety of wines, spirits and digestives-after dinner drinks. You are most welcome to request sample menus. In the summer months, we normally have a BBQ once or twice a week, so you can enjoy the warm evenings under the stars.
A Child's high chair and cot are available as well as a baby monitor, so while you are relaxing in the garden you're never too far away from hearing your child.
WiFi is available in all rooms and extends all the way up the garden and around the pool area.
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