>> about the le tastevin gîte***
 >> the Gîte
Le Tastevin, awarded 3 stars by the Comite Departemental du Tourisme de la Gironde is your comfortable Gîte, situated at one end of our large house and although offering you complete independence, also means that should you have any problems we are there to help you.

 >> facilities

It is equipped with a well designed kitchen, a mezzanine bedroom with comfortable twin beds and small lounge area, a shower room with w.c. and a lounge/dining area with access directly into the garden. Here you will find light and shade, a barbecue and our above ground pool which is at your disposal during the summer months.

The salt pool measures approx 7.9 mtrs x 4.3 mtrs x 1.2 mtrs and is available from June to September or longer if the weather permits.

The Gîte has fans upstairs and down, an iron and table top ironing board and hairdryer.

The Gîte has TV - UK Free To Air and French as well as a DVD player with multiple playback of DVD/DVD-R/±RW/CD-DA/CD-R/CD-RW/MP3-CD. We have a small number of DVD's in stock.

There is also a large selection of Tourist Information, Guides, 'France' Magazines and books for you to browse.

We are sorry but we cannot accommodate babies, children or pets.

Gîte is a NO SMOKING area.

Computer facilities for Digital Photographers and Internet Access. Mountain Bikes and helmets are also included.

A STARTER PACK OF FOOD AND DRINK CAN BE PROVIDED IF YOU WISH (COLD DRINKS IN THE FRIDGE WHEN YOU ARRIVE) AND AN ORDER FORM WILL BE SENT OUT WITH THE INFORMATION BOOKLET.
JUST CHECK YOUR REQUIREMENTS ON THE LIST, RETURN IT TO US AND WE WILL DO THE REST.

 >> location
The house is situated on a little used road known as the 'Voie Communal des Caillards' and faces South, looking out over vines. Please remember though that those vines need to be tended so they produce the best of vintages and life in the country can start early on some days!

We are happy to arrange visits for you to local vineyards that we know, in particular Château Pinet la Roquette, Château des Tourtes and Château Barbeau where you will find a warm welcome and the best of our local wines.

 >> layout
Click on the button on the right to view a floor plan of the appartment.
 

 >> availability and prices
 >> availability
*The Gîte is available all year round at the following weekly rates which include Bed Linen, Electric Blankets, Towels, Heating and Bikes

 >> prices 2008 / 2009
1st November - 24th April 09
£225.00
25th April - 26th June
£245.00
27th June - 28th August
£280.00
29th August - 30 October
£245.00
N.B. First day of rental sets weekly price
Rates are per week and include Towels, Bed Linen,
Electric Blankets, Heating and Bikes.

Payment can also be made in Euros

 >> conditions
Rental is from 4 p.m. on Saturday and the apartment must be vacated by 11.00 a.m. on your agreed day of departure.

Rentals are normally from Saturday to Saturday but shorter stays can be arranged if the rental calendar permits. Please ask us for a price.
Please note that a non-returnable deposit of 25% of the full rental is required when you confirm your booking. Initial Bookings are held for 14 days from the date of the posting of the Booking Forms to you. If the deposit and completed Booking Form is not received by then we reserve the right to offer the dates to others.
We apologise for having to stipulate this but we have been let down in the past and as usual, the majority suffer because of the thoughtless.

The balance plus a guarantee of £50 is to be paid 8 weeks before your arrival date. For available dates see the availability page or contact us by e.mail, phone or letter.

 >> visitors quotes

"This gîte is so well equipped and confortable that our every need was anticipated"

"..........we felt we really had a beautiful corner of France all for ourselves"

" Thank you for all the useful information which made our stay so much more enjoyable"

"...well equiped, very clean and most of all, very quiet..."

" We can endores all that has been said about Le Tastevin"

" A blissful week in a beautiful, peaceful setting"

" We had a brilliant stay..."

“The gardens and outlook are a real bonus …”

“We have managed to do nothing a lot while still feeling we’ve done something “

“Gardens & surroundings a delight to the eye”

“The peace and quiet was much appreciated as was the pool…..”

"Very comfortable - liked sitting out in the garden and having breakfast al fresco"

" Had a lovely time for our first visit to France..."

" The apartement was all we could have asked for and more..."

"The electric blankets were indeed a touch of luxury in February...."

"..it is all so peaceful yet well arranged like the vines. What a beautiful and secluded place..."

" We have had a marvellous two weeks here...."

"..enjoyed the garden, great for relaxing with a glass or two!!"

"The peace and tranquility of Le Tastevin was exactly what we needed...."

" - swimming pool was brillient!"

"...the ambience - just perfect - surrounded by vines, so peaceful & relaxing."

"Back again!....we have enjoyed it just as much this time"

" A lot of thought has gone into the planning of this lovely gîte.........."

" Well recommended."

"We'd certainly recommend a return visit to anyone...."

" The gîte is excellent, comfortable and well equiped."

" Many thanks for an excellent break."" It's the many small touches that make this gîte such a pleasant place to stay in..."

" Many thanks go to Duncan, Elaine, Pat and the dogs for making our visit so enjoyable..."

"Sad to be leaving this peaceful place again...."

"Overall we have had a fantastic week...."

"...thank the Andrews family for making such a happy week possible"

"...being perfect hosts. There when needed but not invading our privacy""...we have decided to come next year for another 'chill'..."

"...everything was perfect."

"Le Tastevin IS hospitality..."

"Comfortable and peaceful and absolutely exceeded expectations....."


 >> getting there
 >> car ferries
Car ferries regularly run from Blaye to Lamarque in the Medoc and from Royan to Point de Grave at the mouth of the Gironde giving convenient access to the Côte D'Argent without the need to travel through Bordeaux.

 >> distances chart
Blaye
7.5km
5miles
Bordeaux
50km
31miles
airport
St Emilion
53km
33miles
 
Libourne
45km
28miles
 
Cognac
68km
42miles
 
Bergerac
106km
66miles
airport
Royan
70km
44miles
Rochefort
112km
70miles
La Rochelle
135km
84miles
airport
Ile D'Oleron
101km
63miles
 
Saintes
63km
39miles
 
Tours
300km
186miles
 
Paris
544km
338miles
airport
Roscoff
625km
388miles
ferry
St Malo
545km
338miles
ferry
Cherbourg
597km
370miles
ferry
Caen
523km
325miles
ferry
Le Harve
571km
355miles
ferry
Dieppe
622km
386miles
ferry
Calais
828km
514miles
ferry

 
 >> gîte photos
    >> the gîte
    >> downstairs
    >> bedroom
    >> upstairs lounge area
    >> the garden
    >> the well
    >> the pool
    >> nearby vineyard
    >> le tastevin

 >> car hire
For extremely competitive prices on car hire we recommend Auto-Europe. Please use the link above to book or get a quote.
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