Gather the whole family on a 5-hectare estate in the heart of the Berry region. A former 11th-century Romanesque church and its restored barn: 9 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, private 14-metre pool, enclosed parkland with pond — the perfect setting for family reunions or gatherings with friends.
THE ESSENTIALS
22 sleeping places spread across 9 bedrooms. 8 bathrooms, 7 WCs. 320 m² (main house) + 120 m² (Maison de Célestin). Enclosed 5-hectare park with heated saltwater pool (14×4 m, secured with motorised cover). 9 km from Bourges, 2 hours from Paris.
DESIGNED FOR LARGE GROUPS
2 fully equipped kitchens so you won't get in each other's way. Terrace seating 16 + large indoor table seating 10. 2 separate living rooms (privacy for night owls and early risers). 2 washing machines (including one 15 kg capacity — ideal for longer stays). WiFi throughout.
WELCOME AND SERVICE
The owners welcome you on arrival to help you settle in. Beds are made up on arrival. Towels provided (one large bath sheet per person). All household linen included.
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS — MAIN HOUSE (6 BEDROOMS)
Bedroom 1: 1 double bed 160 cm + 1 single bed 90 cm, en-suite bathroom with WC, east-facing view, fireplace.
Bedroom 2: 2 single beds 80 cm, en-suite bathroom with WC, dual aspect.
Bedroom 3: 1 double bed 160 cm, walk-in shower with WC, park view.
Bedroom 4: 2 single beds 80 cm, bathroom, park view.
Bedroom 5: 1 double bed 160 cm, bathroom, park view.
Bedroom 6: 1 double bed 160 cm, bathroom with bathtub and walk-in shower, courtyard view.
Main house subtotal: 13 sleeping places, 6 bathrooms, 5 WCs.
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS — MAISON DE CÉLESTIN (3 BEDROOMS)
Bedroom 7: 1 double bed 160 cm, park view.
Bedroom 8: 1 double bed 160 cm, hamlet view.
Bedroom 9: 2 bunk beds + 1 trundle bed (5 sleeping places 90 cm), park view.
Shared bathroom (bathtub) + shower room (walk-in shower). WC on ground floor and first floor.
Maison de Célestin subtotal: 9 sleeping places, 2 bathrooms, 2 WCs.
TOTAL: 22 SLEEPING PLACES — 8 BATHROOMS — 7 WCS
A CHILDREN'S PARADISE
Treehouse, swing set with climbing frame, rowing boat on the pond, billiards, darts, board games, Wii console, badminton, pétanque… Plenty to keep the children entertained while the adults enjoy an apéritif!
Equipment for little ones: 2 travel cots, highchairs, unbreakable tableware.
POOL AND OUTDOOR SPACES
The private 14×4 m pool, saltwater-treated and secured with a motorised cover, faces due south. Sun loungers and parasols await you for relaxing moments in the sunshine. The enclosed 5-hectare park, planted with century-old trees, includes a vegetable garden, a pond and a lake.
SHOPS AND SERVICES NEARBY
Medical centre, pharmacy: 4 km. Supermarkets and food shops: 5 km (Mehun-sur-Yèvre, Saint-Doulchard). Bakery: 5 km. Farm shop with pork, pick-your-own organic fruit and vegetables: nearby. Bourges market (Saturday morning): 9 km.
PLACES TO VISIT NEARBY
In the heart of Berry, 2½ hours from Paris, discover Bourges Cathedral (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Noirlac Abbey, George Sand's estate or Valençay Castle. Enjoy the local vineyards: Sancerre, Menetou-Salon, Quincy, Reuilly. Try your hand at pottery in La Borne. Explore the first Loire châteaux: Chambord, Cheverny, Chenonceau… Golf and horse riding nearby. The Berry plains are ideal for walking and cycling.
ACCESS
Ideally located near major roads (Bourges, Vierzon). Car essential but easy access. Bourges station: 9 km. Châteauroux-Centre airport: 52 km. Paris: 2 hours by car.
