The house and gardens
Le Poyenval is a traditional French country
house surrounded by large attractive gardens, close to the centre
of the village of
Bazoges-en-Pareds
Built in a typical French style it is a large, imposing house
full of interesting shapes with balconies, tall shuttered
windows, and several outbuildings.
Over 100 years old, it has long played a prominent part in the
life of the village and is known locally as ‘Le Petit
Chateau’.
Inside the house, lounge and dining areas provide an ideal
location to enjoy a French meal en famille.
Bedrooms (all en suite) are reached via
differently-shaped hallways and staircases.
All rooms are large with imposing high ceilings, many with
spectacular views over the village or surrounding
countryside.
A large garden and private park surrounds the house with a number
of attractive features. Dotted amongst the lawns low stone walls
(the remains of earlier buildings) mingle with many different
types of tree.
There is plenty of space to enjoy a picnic, cool off beside the
outdoor swimming pool, the
boules piste in the garden, or make use of the barbecue
and outdoor eating areas. Fruit and walnut trees grow in
abundance, with an established
potager providing daily
fresh vegetables and soft fruit.
A courtyard, complete with olive tree, separates the house from a
number of old stone buildings.
One of these - a former coach house - has been fitted
out to create two comfortable gites. A large barn alongside is in
use as a studio and art gallery.
