Walking and relaxation holidays in the heart of rural France
Take a break from responsibility and treat yourselves to a holiday in a
place of tranquillity and outstanding beauty. This special place offers
friendly and welcoming accommodation combining the freedom of a gîte
with the service of a hotel. Allow yourselves to switch off to the
stresses and strains of busy lives.
Situated in the very heart of rural France,
this is a region known as La Creuse. It is a place of peace. Its
rolling green hills are dotted with tiny hamlets and old churches.
Trees abound, nourished by the numerous lakes and rivers. Long over looked by tourists, wildlife predominates.
Tenir la Lune lies within the boundaries of two small hamlets, close to two market towns.
Take a walk from the house, down to the river to enjoy the serenity and look for kingfishers.
Awake to the calls of buzzards, listen to the stillness of the night and enjoy the stars.
Light pollution has not reached this haven.
Apart from the beautiful rural countryside right on our doorstep,
there are lots of cafes and markets in the nearby towns to while away a
morning just enjoying the local pace of life. All within half an hour
or less, by car.
We have some beautiful lakes for swimming, fishing or just watching the wildlife.
The
area is excellent for cycling on small quiet roads or green lanes
(bring your own bikes, or we have three available for use).
Aubusson, a medieval town famous for its tapestries is half an hour away.
Montluçon, our nearest small city, with a beautiful old walled citadel, can also be reached within half an hour.
Les Pierres Jaumâtres, near Boussac, an awesome granite outcrop with superb views of the valley below.
Chambon-sur-Voueize,
our nearest small town, is five minutes away. It nestles in a steep
sided valley. A superb walk take you along and up one of the gorges.
The town also boasts a very interesting abbey that dominates its
centre.
