The compact, tastefully appointed property, built in seasoned timber, and highly insulated throughout, has an area of 40 m2 or 600 square feet. In the shade of a south facing hazelnut tree, and with two separate air conditioning units it can be deliciously cool, even at temperatures of 37 C.
For the avoidance of doubt, this property is100% self contained, with no sharing of pool or other facilities.
With 3 bedroom spaces there is sleeping for four persons in two double beds, or for 2 persons in the master bedroom, and two persons separately in one double and one single bed. Seating facilities indoors do not permit a party larger than four persons with one baby.
ACCOMMODATION
Entrance Lobby/Wine Store
TV Lounge
Widescreen TV with all Sky channels plus 10,000 free films. Seating for 4 persons.
Kitchen
Fully fitted with lots of cupboard/drawer space, 2 ring induction hob, fan assisted oven, microwave oven, dishwasher, washing machine, 700 mm wide fridge/freezer, toaster, electric kettle, coffee maker, food processor, good range of crockery, cutlery and utensils.
Master Bedroom With King Size Bed
160 cm wide memory foam mattress bed, feather pillows, 100% cotton bed linen, fitted wardrobe, and sofa. An en-suite bathroom has 90 cm x 105 cm tiled shower, twin wash basins, magnifying mirrors, hairdryer, heated towel rail and separate toilet, both rooms with dedicated air conditioning and continuous air extraction.
Bedroom 2 With Double Bed
140 cm bed with sprung mattress, feather pillows, 100% cotton bed linen. 75 cm x 75 cm glass shower enclosure washbasin with wardrobe space in the room adjacent, with separate WC nearby.
Leisure Den/Dining Room
4 seat sofa, flat screen TV with all main UK channels, DVD player, fibre optic internet. Dining table with 4 padded stools. Wide selection of reading matter.
This room can function as a third bedroom if required, the bespoke 'L' shaped sofa having a fixed bed mattress, with no need to undergo a daily conversion. It can also make an ideal den for children who want to do their own thing.
GARDEN
7 metre x 3.5 metre heated swimming pool, depth 120 cm. The pool is heated from May to Mid-september.
THE PERFECT LOCATION
The Retreat is situated close to a quiet walking route in a walkers' paradise. Grounds, garden and pool are totally private, nothing is shared.
OUTSIDE
Thoughtfully designed with a twenty-three foot long heated swimming pool, all situated in the sort of private gardens one would associate with a much larger dwelling makes this a distinctive quality combination. Beach towels are included.
Charming grounds, totaling 1400 square metres, with areas both shaded and in full sun.
Table and chairs for six persons.
Six reclining sun loungers.
Four reclining chairs
Electric and Charcoal BBQ's
Outside parking for 2 cars.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Good selection of books, private fishing, lots of space for ball games.
For the avoidance of doubt, this property is 100% self-contained with its own separate entrance. There is no sharing of facilities, house or pool.
ABOUT LOZE
Here is a truly delightful riverside location with private trout fishing, set in a protected zone for flora and fauna, yet only minutes to medieval Caylus with all services and just 18 minutes drive to celebrated Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val - voted in 2016 one of France's 3 top villages.
The valley of the river Bonnette is famous as a nature haven and site of special scientific interest. It's also home to Europe’s largest concentration of watermills, some of them dating back to the middle ages.
Classed as an ''ecological zone'', the valley is populated by deer, red squirrel, grey heron, kingfishers, otters, wild boar, foxes, hoopoe, horseshoe bats. The range of brightly coloured butterflies and dragonfly is breath-taking. Each day brings something fresh to see.
ACTIVITIES
Climbing/mountaineering
Cycling
Trout fishing nearby in the river Bonnette
Local walking routes
Please ask for a link to our comprehensive local guide to the locality.
LOCAL AMENITIES
Nearest antiques/brocante market: Caylus, 8 minutes
Nearest bakery: 8 Mins.
Nearest supermarket: 8 Mins.
Nearest market: 8 Mins.
Nearest pharmacy: 8 Mins.
Nearest bar: 8 Mins.
Tourist information: 20 Mins
AIRPORTS
Toulouse Blagnac (car journey time to Loze 81 mins)
Brive (car journey time to Loze 87 mins)
Carcassonne (car journey time to Loze 134 mins)
Bergerac (car journey time to Loze 139 mins)
Limoges (car journey time to Loze 155 mins)
Bordeaux (car journey time to Loze 170 mins)
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5 STAR REVIEWS
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We have stayed in the south west of France many times before, we can honestly say that this is one of the most idyllic homes we gave stayed in. Sue and Steve have been truly wonderful to us, the accommodation does exactly as described, completely private but with easy access to the wonderful surroundings and within short reach of the beautiful villages and towns the area has to offer. The property is extremely well equipped, the pool is perfect and well maintained. Everything feels fresh and clean. We cannot recommend this holiday home highly enough and would come back again anytime. Thank you both so much.
Guest rating: 5 stars
James Mayo Sat, 22 Jun 2024
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Have just returned from two lovely weeks in Tarn-et-Garonne with a very relaxing stay at the Woodland Retreat. We were welcomed by Steve and Sue who were both accommodating and helpful.
If you’re eager to escape busy modern working life and are looking for a peaceful sanctuary surrounded by nature - Buzzards, Herons and more - then the Woodland Retreat is for you. It’s a well-appointed lodge nestling on the banks of the little river Bonnette running just outside. A spacious outdoor area with shaded dining table meant we cooked al fresco several evenings, and a large, very comfy bed gave us a good night’s sleep.
25-30 degrees of delightful weather made the lovely and private pool area a great way to spend afternoons (and evenings with a glass of wine enjoying the sunset over Loze). The elevated pool and spacious deck are well thought through, a unique construction which awards good views down the river, and a real sun trap, with a perfect water temperature.
Having travelled across France for 20 years, the surrounding area was quite a discovery, beautiful and unspoiled, with little commerce. Nearby St-Antonin-Noble-Val was one of the most atmospheric medieval French towns we’ve visited in this region of Quercy. Several good supermarkets are less than half an hour away, except one of the greatest pleasures was driving the 10 minutes along the Vallee de la Bonnette past the old water mills and waterfall for croissants, baguettes (and perhaps too much) patisserie from charming Caylus.
Steve and Sue have created a real haven of peace and privacy in this corner of ‘La France profonde’. Peaceful, private and well equipped - with all the things you need to genuinely stop, relax and kick-back.
Guest rating: 5 stars
Mr Page Sat, 07 May 2022
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Moulin très bien rénové dans lequel vous trouverez toutes commodités. Propriétaires anglais charmants parlant très bien le français. Au coeur de la nature, excellent séjour.
Merci
Guest rating: 5 stars
Frederic T Sat, 08 Aug 2020
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This is a beautiful home with everything you need, be it to cook or to relax. The pool is just great, and on the property the children could see different animals every day. Simply a dream vacation. Thank you, Steve and Susan
Guest rating: 5 stars
Peter L Sat, 25 Jul 2020
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Steve and Sue were extremely helpful and welcoming. The property is in a beautiful location and we saw more and more wildlife as the week went on.
Sue prepared a superb meal for our first night, but in fact we had sufficient for the next day too. The Bastide towns are well worth exploring.
We would happily recommend this property. We had a marvellous time.
Pam and Brad Mon, 18 Jun 2018
Guest rating: 5 stars
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