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River Cottage, overlooking the River Douve and alongside a teaming wildlife pond, combines the rustic charm of an ancient farm building with all the comforts of modern-day living. Totally refurbished during 2003, the Cottage is designed for at least six people in its three beautifully decorated and furnished bedrooms
The Cottage's large country-style lounge - affording wonderful views over the peaceful countryside - is a room specially designed for relaxation and harmony. Between the cool ceramic tiled floor and the elegant pine ceiling lie comfortable sofas, occasional tables, a television, a video player, a music centre and a host of games for those family nights at home.
Its spacious and well-equipped kitchen and adjacent dining area is home-from-home - with dishwasher, cooker, microwave, large fridge/freezer, coffee-maker and all the pots, pans, crockery and utensils required for those long and leisurely evening meals with friends and family.
 

 
The Master Bedroom, with its large and inviting double bed, overlooks the wildlife pond, whilst the chic Peach Room, with its stylish decoration, is furnished with two comfortable single beds. Both are equipped with more than adequate storage, drawer and hanging space. Meanwhile, La Mer Bedroom has been designed as an adventure for the little ones... In bright seaside colours, the room has modern bunk beds and a fun wardrobe and cupboard system which will encourage even the untidiest of youngsters to clear up after themselves!
Apart from having the freedom to roam and explore the five acres of private land which makes up the La Mare Chappey estate, guests staying at River Cottage have their own secluded patio area - equipped with tables and chairs, barbecue and outside lighting. Wonderful during the day when all that can be heard is the trickling of the water in the nearby river and its accompanying wildlife, and totally relaxing during those balmy evenings for an alfresco meal or bottle of wine with friends and family... Better still, great for mum and dad to unwind while the youngsters safely have fun in La Mare Chappey's activity fields
As a guest in the River Cottage itself, all guests are invited to make full use of the amenities on offer at La Mare Chappey. From 2004, these have included a wonderful outdoor swimming pool with a furnished wooden-decked terrace area for relaxing in the sun. To ensure that nobody's tranquillity is disturbed, the large pool is set in its own field away from guest accommodation and strict French regulations ensure that it is extremely safe for children with fencing and life-saving equipment to prevent any mishaps.
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