Title: Lovely Country Farmhouse With Views, Pond, Garden & Terrace, set In 5 acres. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Lovely Country Farmhouse With Views, Pond, Garden & Terrace, set In 5 acres. Farm stay in Pouzy-Mesangy ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35380000/35378900/35378843/85891e3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35380000/35378900/35378843/b037c72d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, ping pong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35380000/35378900/35378843/6998ce25.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35380000/35378900/35378843/d3bd5aaa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35380000/35378900/35378843/114691c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies This lovely farmhouse offers a peaceful getaway on 5 acres of meadow with scenic views. Travelers enjoy double glazing, WiFi, and a library with board games. 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Farm stay in a rural location Golfing on-site, a garden and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Lovely Country Farmhouse With Views, Pond, Garden & Terrace, set In 5 acres. . Adventurous travellers may like the boating, kayaking and cycling at this farm stay. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Tennis courts, a bike on-site and barbecues - Books, smoke-free property and ping pong - Outdoor furniture, golf privileges (optional) and games Room features All guest rooms at Lovely Country Farmhouse With Views, Pond, Garden & Terrace, set In 5 acres. offer thoughtful touches, such as fireplaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as Internet access. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock 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 ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation A car is required for transport to and from this property ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lovely Country Farmhouse With Views, Pond, Garden & Terrace, set In 5 acres. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Lovely Country Farmhouse With Views, Pond, Garden & Terrace, set In 5 acres. ? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Lovely Country Farmhouse With Views, Pond, Garden & Terrace, set In 5 acres. ? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Lovely Country Farmhouse With Views, Pond, Garden & Terrace, set In 5 acres. located? > Situated in a rural location, this farm stay is 3.7 mi (6 km) from Lurcy-Levis circuit and within 12 miles (20 km) of Allier and Château Bourbon-l'Archambault. Church of St. Martin and Château of Lienesse are also within 16 miles (25 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lovely Country Farmhouse With Views, Pond, Garden & Terrace, set In 5 acres. Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 37 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rainer O. 31 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Zuhause fühlen in Frankreich Liebevoll ausgebautes altes Haus mit gutem Komfort. Sehr herzliche Gastgeber bei denen man sich wie Zuhause fühlt. ##### Rainer O. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah B. 4 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Un séjour agréable Un accueil très sympa des propriétaires, ils sont toujours prêts à vous faire plaisir. Ils vous conseillent sur les visites à faire. Un parc magnifique et bien entretenu. Beaucoup de balades à effectuer, de villages à visiter. Découverte de Moulins avec un beau centre ville et un petit coup de cœur pour Apremont sur Allier avec son château, son jardin extraordinaire et un restaurant formidable indiqué par Adrian. Un grand merci Shamsiah et Adrian, nous reviendrons avec plaisir. ##### Sarah B. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### christian C. 17 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super sejour Très belle location avec un bon accueil un endroit super pour se reposer et apprécier la nature ##### christian C. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Luy G. 16 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bucoique ! Tranquille, paisible, repos au calme à la campagne ##### Luy G. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vincent B. 2 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Un vrai moment de plaisir. C'est un endroit que nous recommandons sans aucune réserve. C'est un petit coin de paradis avec une multitude d'endroits à découvrir et visiter. ##### Vincent B. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marie-Laurence M. 31 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### séjour très agréable Très bon accueil. Cadre et espaces verts trés sympas. Maison agréable et lieu trés calme. Trés bon séjour. ##### Marie-Laurence M. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### DOMINIQUE v. 25 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### excellent Nous avons apprécié l'accueil chaleureux et la gentillesse des propriétaires. La maison est très confortable et très bien équipée. Les plus, la bouteille de vin à notre arrivée et les bouquets de fleurs Nous recommandons cette location aux personnes qui aiment le calme et la nature ##### DOMINIQUE v. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marine H. 29 May 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Merveilleux séjour Nous avons été accueillis très chaleureusement par Adrian et Shamsiah malgré l’heure plus tardive que prévue pour notre arrivée. Il y avait un feu dans la cheminée, des bouquets de fleurs fraîches dans les vases, une bouteille de vin sur la table...tout était extrêmement propre et décoré avec goût. Le terrain autour du gîte est lui aussi très joli avec ses étangs, ses beaux arbres et le mignon potager des propriétaires. Bref, nous avons beaucoup aimé notre séjour et vous recommandons chaudement le gîte d’Adriannet de Shamsiah. ##### Marine H. ### 10/10 Excellent #### jean-baptiste s. 29 Mar 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location Disliked: Communication #### Séjour dans la campagne de tout repos Impeccable, gentillesse des propriétaires ##### jean-baptiste s. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eric B. 30 Dec 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Belle experience. Tres joli gitd et hote tresaccueillants Au top ##### Eric B. ### 10/10 Excellent #### DENIS G., France 11 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Parfait Hotes très accueillant, gites conforme ##### DENIS G. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### joke k. 22 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Perfecte vakantiewoning Alles wat je maar nodig hebt ineen vakantieverblijf is aanwezig! Het landgoed is in een woord geweldig! Lieve aardige mensen en een prachtige parkachtige entourage! Het huis is ruim bemeten in een deel van een oude boerenschuur, sfeervol ingericht en van alle gemakken voorzien! Leuke omgeving voor uitstapjes naar middeleeuwse stadjes ed . Ook prima voor wandelingen in de buurt! In een woord geweldig! ##### joke k. Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marilyn P., Mauvezin d'Armagnac, France 26 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### One of the best Very comfortably furnished with a lot of personal touches and attention to detail. Kitchen extremely well equipped. Lovely grounds and gardens - a pond with waterlilies such a pleasure in comparison with an ugly swimming-pool. Flowers everywhere outside and in every room. Delightful. ##### Marilyn P. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CAUGANT G. 22 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Parfait pour un séjour calme et reposant Malgré que ce soit une région pas vraiment touristique, nous avons passé un très bon séjour au calme et dans un environnement superbe. Nos hôtes étaient charmants et très agréables. ##### CAUGANT G. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian Burgess 12 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Idyllic Gite in the Pays Bourbonnais A superb self-contained conversion of part of a rural barn set in a huge garden in mid-France. We had the ultimate week of relaxation in this rural idyll. The owners, Adrian and Shamsiah, live on the site, but their house is well separated from the Gite, and they don't interfere in any way - whilst being delighted to help, and really informative, with queries about the locality. The only noise at night is from the pond, which is absolutely full of vocal green frogs. We also had a superb day canoeing down the Allier; just one direction, because Adrian came to collect us and the canoe from a village many miles downstream. ##### Ian Burgess Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### xavier R. 25 Aug 2018 #### Un excellent séjour Très agréable séjour dans ce gîte très accueillant, rrès confortable, spacieux, avec des hôtes attentionnés. Magnifique jardin. Environs très interessants: villages, églises romanes, campagne : tout est là pour un très agréable séjour dans cette belle région. ##### xavier R. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donald H. 8 Aug 2017 #### Tranquil Idyll This well equipped gite is situated in a quiet corner of deepest rural France. As a barn conversion it provides very spacious generous accommodation and lovely gardens to stroll around and sit in late into the night watching the stars appear in a coal-black sky, uncorrupted by light pollution. Hosts Adrian and Shamsiah are attentive and helpful without being intrusive, they manage to get the balance just right. The beautiful medieval villages and towns, the intriguing history of the region and the proximity of rivers and volcanic landscape (a day out to Puy de Dômes is a must) make this undiscovered area a gem awaiting the wave of commercialisation that tourism will, one day, surely bring. Paddle down the Allier in the C2 canoe to Apremont, it's well worth it! The only criticism I would make is nothing to do with the gite. If you're an angler and you read the tourist rhetoric, you'll think that this area is great for fishing- it's not! Most of the lakes are private and the Allier is very hard fishing. Fly fishing on the Sioule is the best option in the South of the region. If you like your French experience unsullied, calm, traditional and tranquil, this gite is for you! ##### Donald H. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cath & Wayne J. 2 Jan 2017 #### Our French Dream France is a long way from our home in Australia. We dreamed of leisurely touring the French country-side, visiting small villages, markets and historic places, while living in an old cottage in a tranquil setting. This cottage delivered all of this and more. Located on a beautiful small farm the old cottage (converted barn) was a treasured home for a week, from which we daily roamed and explored this beautiful region. The accommodations were all we imagined and our hosts quickly became friends, offering a welcome tourist service and as much as they could possibly do to help us fulfill the dream. ##### Cath & Wayne J. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary T. 21 Aug 2016 #### Absolute heaven of a five star holiday. Seeing is really believing with this property! The photos do not do it justice. Large, airy rooms, with high, beamed ceilings full of everything you could possibly need. All spotless, top quality furnishings, bedding, kitchen appliances and utensils etc. Outside, a choice of seating areas for meals/ relaxing in a most beautiful garden, which is private, huge and pretty, including a pond full of delightfully musical frogs!! Wildlife all around to enjoy, bikes to ride, and a canoe trip beyond compare. Plenty of interesting and photogenic places to visit nearby, and handy shops, banks and petrol stations. We cannot recommend this property and it's wonderful owners highly enough. We are booking for next year!!! Look out lovely Adrian and Shamsiah, - we're coming back! ##### Mary T. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ray A. 3 Aug 2016 #### Seeing is believing - an absolute gem of a property After reading the description of this property prior to booking, I was expecting somewhere a little bit special, set in a quiet and peaceful location - and I was not disappointed in any way. In fact, if anything, I believe the description is a little understated! Right from the start of the booking, the owners Adrian and Shamsiah were more than helpful - providing detailed directions from the main French ferry terminals, which was a good job as the property is off the main road up a very small lane that would be very easy to miss. There is a refundable deposit, as well as a reasonable cleaning charge - which means you don't have to worry excessively about cleaning the property at the end of your stay. On arrival, Adrian and Shamsiah were friendly and helpful, giving me tips on places to go and things to do. A bonus for me was the range of bicycles they have available for you to use at no extra charge. The property itself was very clean and tidy, well appointed and spacious comprising of an ample kitchen, dining and lounge area whilst the bedroom on the first floor was ##### Ray A. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Josephine C. 30 May 2016 #### Peaceful location, lovely cottage Our week's holiday was very relaxing and enjoyable. Adrian and Shamsiah were perfect hosts. They have put a huge amount of effort into making sure that the cottage is homely and very well maintained with everything you need. The surrounding countryside is beautiful and offers some wonderful walking routes. We wouldn't hesitate to return. ##### Josephine C. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### David W. 12 Oct 2015 #### A lovely week in France. We really had an enormously lovely time, the location is marvellous, Adrian & Shamsiah became friends rather than landlord/lady. It is excellent value & extremely spacious, the kitchen is very well equipped and you have your own corner of lovely tranquility to wander around too. There is either lots to do or nothing at all, each equally enjoyable. Our highlights included the river trip which shouldn't be missed, the frogs & fish, the patio (with grill) at night & the occasional visit from the local inquisitive cows. We shall certainly return. Highly recommended. ##### David W. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 26 Sept 2015 #### Tranquil, relaxing and chrming We had the most wonderful and relaxing stay in rural Allier. The cottage was beautiful, spacious and so comfortable, clean and charmingly decorated. Our hosts, Adrian and Shamsiah, were so welcoming and ready to advise on any aspect of our stay. Heaven is a slow lazy morning enjoying the peace of the patio and garden, a gentle cycle ride (bikes included) to a recommended local farmhouse restaurant (superb food) then an afternoon cycling around the area on quiet lanes where meeting a car is an unusual event. Alternatively let Adrian take you down to the river Allier where you can drift down the river and picnic on the banks in complete tranquility watching the kingfishers fly by. It should be possible to prescribe a week at Les Houllins on the NHS - no better way to relieve stress! This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Gwendoline B. 5 Aug 2015 #### Absolutely beautiful location. Loved it! Quiet, peaceful location - just what we were looking for! Owners were lovely - so helpful and approachable. Photographs on website do not do this property justice - it's nicer than photographs. Perfect place to relax & forget about everything. Personally, we were looking for someplace to completely chill and found it!!! Would return tomorrow if we could! Had a beautiful week. ##### Gwendoline B. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### ross w. 1 Aug 2015 #### The Best . Adrian and Shamsia gave us a week that we will never forget- of perfect peace wonderful surroundings ,and graciousness of a high quality . 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