Authentic French Farmhouse retreat in Peaceful Countryside Setting

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Exterior
Dining
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Property grounds
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Gouges, Cressat
  • Place, Château de Villemonteix
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Labyrinthe Geant des Monts de Gueret
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Senatorerie Park
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About the area

Cressat

At this farm stay, you'll be 9.9 km (6.1 mi) from Château de Villemonteix and 19.9 km (12.3 mi) from Labyrinthe Geant des Monts de Gueret. Highlights at this farm house include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .This smoke-free farm house offers a garden and barbecues. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this Cressat farm house include Senatorerie Gueret Museum and Senatorerie Park.

What's nearby

  • Château de Villemonteix - 14 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Golf de la Jonchere - 23 min drive - 28.4 km
  • Labyrinthe Geant des Monts de Gueret - 25 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Senatorerie Park - 25 min drive - 25.5 km
  • Courtille Pond - 26 min drive - 26.2 km

Getting around

  • Busseau-sur-Creuse Station - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lorsery J.C. - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪La crêperie - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪La P'tite Cuillère - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bar de la Poste - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪La P'tite Popotte - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Authentic French Farmhouse retreat in Peaceful Countryside Setting

Set in a quiet hamlet of just four occupied houses and surrounded by open countryside, this traditional 19th-century French farmhouse offers a calm, private setting. Known for its peaceful atmosphere, guests consistently comment on how well they sleep here. Everything is carefully prepared so you can settle in and relax from the moment you arrive.

The layout works particularly well for small groups or families wanting to spend time together in a comfortable, private environment.

Ahun (5 km) has a boulangerie, supermarket and fuel, with Guéret (14 km) offering a wider range of shops and services.

Ground Floor

Spacious kitchen with dining table for 8, ideal for relaxed meals together. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need for cooking, along with everyday essentials including coffee, tea, sugar and hot chocolate.

Comfortable sitting room with leather sofa, additional seating and TV for quiet evenings in.

Ground-floor double bedroom, suitable for guests who prefer to avoid stairs, with a nearby toilet.

Large walk-in shower room with wash basin and washing machine. Grab handles are fitted in the shower room and toilet for added support.

Upstairs

Three bedrooms: two doubles and one twin.

Bathroom with bath and overhead shower, toilet, wash basin and bidet.

Outdoor Space

Private enclosed yard with table, chairs and pergola, ideal for outdoor dining.

Additional garden space to the side of the house, with access to a small adjoining field.

Large barn available for covered parking or secure storage of cars, motorbikes or bicycles.

Accessibility

Step-free access into the house, with ground-floor bedroom, shower room and toilet.

Door widths (for reference):

Front door: 74 cm
Kitchen & lounge: 78 cm
Toilet: 70 cm
Shower room: 74 cm
Bed Linen & Towels

All bed linen and towels are provided, along with extra pillows and blankets. For stays longer than one week, linen and towels can be refreshed during your stay.

Children

Children are welcome. Please note that no specific equipment is provided for babies or young children, so you may wish to bring anything your child needs for comfort and safety.

As this is a very quiet hamlet, we ask that children respect the peaceful setting.

Pets

Friendly dogs are welcome (no cats). Marley, a sociable dog, lives next door.

Dogs must be well-behaved, kept under control due to nearby livestock, and must not be left alone in the property.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Dryer
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: No child specific facilities or stair gates.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Authentic French Farmhouse retreat in Peaceful Countryside Setting?

The closest beach to Authentic French Farmhouse retreat in Peaceful Countryside Setting is Plage de Lavaud (18.1 km).

Does Authentic French Farmhouse retreat in Peaceful Countryside Setting have a pool?

No, this farm stay doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Authentic French Farmhouse retreat in Peaceful Countryside Setting?

No, Authentic French Farmhouse retreat in Peaceful Countryside Setting does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Authentic French Farmhouse retreat in Peaceful Countryside Setting?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Authentic French Farmhouse retreat in Peaceful Countryside Setting?

No, pets are not allowed.

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Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Famille E.

Excellent séjour
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARIE CLAIRE M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ce gîte est très bien aménagé, il ne manque rien et si jamais c'était le cas, Emma résout le problème immédiatement.. L'intérieur est coquet, la literie est excellente et le linge de maison est mis à notre disposition.. Rien à redire.. Je recommande vivement ce gîte. Emma est très sympa..
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandrine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Très bon accueil les photos correspondent parfaitement à la réalité. Très propre et fonctionnel si on a besoin Emma est toujours disponible. Je recommande cette maison.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025