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Why put up with the over-crowded Côte d'Azur or Dordogne region when you can spend your holidays in......
Looking for your own piece of paradise for a tranquil "get away from it
all" holiday? Peace and quiet, utter privacy, fresh air, but plenty to see and
do nearby if and when the mood strikes you? Welcome to Maison Le Jubeau!
This rustic yet tastefully decorated self-catering holiday home with heated pool is situated in the idyllic rural farmlands in the heart of central France , approximately 2 ½ - 3 hours south of Paris . It takes its name from the tiny country hamlet, Le Jubeau, where it is situated. The hamlet is a short drive from the village of Préveranges in the southern tip of the department of Cher (18) just near the meeting of the borders of Indre (36), Creuse (23) and Allier (03).
To see where we are, (just a few kilometers,
in fact, from the virtual epicenter of France), view our pop-up
Quick Locator 
.
The house accommodates
up to 11 people* with 3
double bedrooms
(2 with in-suite baths), 1 twin bedroom
with double and single beds (sleeps 3), and 1
twin room with two single beds (ideal for kids). There are a total of 3
full baths and one separate WC. A foldaway bed and baby's cot are also
available, as is an antique cradle for small infants up to 6-8 months. Expecting
some extra guests during your stay? There's a sofabed in the solarium that can
sleep two more!
* In fact, 13 people in a pinch, if there are two in your party who don't mind sleeping on the comfortable sofa-bed in the solarium, and 14 people if anyone is willing to sleep on a roll-away cot. The solarium has been outfitted with curtains so it is quite private and occupants are not awoken by the dawn's early rays...
kitchen-dining area with
original Volvic stone floor, original beams,
a modern Godin cooker burning propane gas and featuring a spacious grill and
electric oven, a microwave, a new roomy refrigerator, and a dishwasher. For those who
prefer to cook all electric, we've recently added a separate electric cooker
and oven as well.
A simple cast-iron candelabrum hanging over the table adds to the charm.
with wood burning stove and original terra-cotta tiled floor. It's equipped
with a full-service entertainment center (DVD player and wide-screen TV with
satellite reception of British and other channels).
that in turn leads to the terrace and pool deck, providing wonderful views
of the surrounding wood-studded meadows. The
solarium features comfortable chairs and is well stocked with games, should
a rainy day require them. The latest addition to Maison Le Jubeau's many recreational
assets is a new table football set!The upstairs features beautiful new
hardwood flooring throughout. There are two large, comfortable double bedrooms,
one with in-suite bath, one twin bedroom (that actually sleeps three as it has
both a double and a single bed), and one twin bedroom with two single beds.
This year you'll also find a
large newly
renovated bathroom with toilet, a two-person
tub and spacious shower, double sinks and elegant teak flooring. All bedrooms
have ample closet and drawer space.
This is a non-smoking accommodation. (Smoking is permitted
only outside the house)
Pets are permitted subject to the booking
terms and conditions.
The house is situated in a tiny hamlet
with only 5 other houses. The house , its
large attached barn ,
and the separate antique outdoor bread
oven
create a barrier between the tiny lane and the rest of the property.
When you drive in through the private
gate, you'll find yourself in a lovely
paved courtyard
between the large attached barn and a small mill house with an impressive 19th
century millstone and press for making walnut oil. The entrance to the house
from the courtyard is up several steps through a charming archway that gives
onto the terrace.
In summer, life happens here, where the glazed conservatory/solarium
opens onto the large terrace
and pool deck .
The 9 x 4.5 m pool is heated with an electric heat pump, providing a constant
warm water temperature regardless of the weather, and is regularly maintained. The pool area is
nicely tiled and, in conformity with French safety law, is completely walled
off to prevent small children from gaining access unsupervised. Pool and patio
furniture is provided, including
a spacious table for eating outdoors with an enormous parasol providing plenty
of shade. There's also a new outdoor table tennis set. And did we mention the
roomy barbecue grill?
The pool and terrace overlook the
large back garden ,
which slopes away toward the neighboring meadowlands and boasts mature nut and
fruit trees. There are no neighboring houses adjoining the property, as it is
bordered only by pastures and a working farm. Children
love having so much space to roam around in, and parents love the fact that
it's utterly safe for them to do so!
The surrounding area is green and
leafy, with woodland trails and country
lanes .
There's hardly any traffic through the hamlet, and the house insulates you from
such as there is. You feel entirely secluded, but you are not totally isolated. Peace and quiet and fresh air abound, making Le Jubeau a perfect
spot to escape from the noise, hustle, and bustle of city life.
To get a better feel for the house and its setting, check out our interior 
and exterior photos in the Photo Gallery .
We're not far from either of two regional airports: Limoges (which services flights by discount airlines Ryan Air!) is just 1 hour and 50 minutes by car and the airport at Clermont-Ferrand is just about an hour and forty-five minutes away. Car rental facilities are available at both airports.
Maison Le Jubeau is also readily accessible from two major French airports: Paris/Orly is 2½-3 hours away by car, as is the Lyon airport.
By train, you can travel either to Montluçon (45 minutes away by car) or Châteauroux, just over an hour from Le Jubeau.
We can, of course, supply you with detailed driving instructions, regardless of your starting point.
Daily necessities are just 15-minutes' drive through tranquil
country lanes with a short hop down a larger country road. Our guide to area shops
will tell you more.
Not in a cooking mood? You'll find a variety of pleasant restaurants
in the nearby villages and towns .
You'll find all this information and more on our Local
Info
page.
After you've rested a bit from your trip, you'll find plenty of interesting places to visit just a short drive away, or within range for a day-trip by car or bicycle.
To help you decide what you might like to see and do in our area, we invite
you to browse the links at the top 
of this page.
Rental rates vary seasonally. The following table lists normal weekly rates for the 2014 season:
|
Period |
€ EUR |
£ GBP |
$ USD |
|
05 April to 31 May 2014 |
€ 975 | £ 820 |
$ 1275 |
|
31 May to 28 June 2014 |
€ 1,250 | £ 1050 |
$ 1630 |
|
28 June to 26 July 2014 |
€ 1,650 | £ 1380 |
$ 2150 |
|
26 July to 30 August 2014 |
€ 2250 | £ 1888 |
$ 2935 |
|
30 August to 3 November 2014 |
€ 975 | £ 820 |
$ 1275 |
|
Christmas 2014 - New Years 2015 |
€ 2,250 | £ 1888 |
$ 2935 |
In certain instances, we offer a discount on rentals of more than one week. Please contact us for details.
Rates listed are for the whole house, regardless of the number of people. Utilities, bed and bath linen are included. A heating supplement will be added for fall rentals, as needed. For longer or shorter (fall or spring weekend) rental periods, we are more than happy to discuss individual prices.
Please note: rental fees are in EURO. British pounds sterling and US dollar rates are approximations (last updated January 15, 2010) and are listed for informational purposes only. (Check the current exchange rate yourself at www.xe.com.)
Why wait for e-mail or hassle with phone calls? Up to date availability info is available on-line:
If you have any problem accessing availability information for the dates you are interested in, please contact us via details on the Contact page.
If you require an earlier arrival or later checkout time, please discuss with us in advance. We'll try to accommodate you if it does not inconvenience other guests.
Spring and autumn weekend bookings
are possible. Please contact us
for more information.
To secure a booking for your holiday you need to fill out and send our Booking Form. We provide 3 options:
our PDF Booking Form, print it, and send to us by post or fax .
You must have the free program Acrobat Reader
installed on your computer to read and print PDF documents.,
print it, and send the printout by post or fax .A nonrefundable booking deposit of 25% of your full rental fee is required
to secure your booking. We will contact you with details on how to pay when we receive your booking
form. The balance
of your rental must be received no later than 42 days prior to the first
day of the rental period.
In case of late bookings (i.e. less than 42 days in advance), the full rental amount is required as soon as we receive the booking form and contact you with payment details.
Along with your balance payment, please add a security deposit of €150. The security deposit will be refunded if the house is left clean and there are no breakages.
We provide 3 options for paying your booking deposit and your rental balance:
Bank transfer: By far the most hassle-free and cost-effective payment method. Complete information provided upon receipt of booking form.
PayPal: If you have a PayPal account set up, we can receive your payment through the secure on-line payment facilities of Paypal. We can accept payment only in euros,but if you are using another currency, PayPal immediately calculates the conversion for you, so you know exactly what your credit/debit card will be charged in your own currency (pounds sterling, US and Canadian dollars, and yen).
MasterCard, Visa, or other Credit/Debit Card: Under certain circumstances, we can also accept payment directly by credit card.
Read
complete Booking Terms & Conditions...
of this page to learn more about our area
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