Main House
At the heart of the home and the holiday
Prior to its renovation in 2017, Fontalbe had no walls, bathrooms or kitchens and few floors that were safe to walk on. There were no terraces and the pool was a bright blue, kidney-shaped haven for frogs.
It had formerly been a paper mill, a trout farm and a working farm and parts of the building date back to the early seventeenth century. We have found records of Fontalbe in early Napoleonic records of Mills on the Couze River.
Working closely with the designer Joris Van Grinsven and a fantastic team of builders, it took a year to renovate every part of Fontalbe. Purposefully keeping quirky, original features alongside the very best in modern, stylish living, the industrial, working past of the Mill has been respected and is mirrored in clean lines and simple but luxurious furnishings.
You will find a large and airy space, with original beams, wooden and concrete floors as well as the original terracotta tiles in the kitchen. No compromises have been made in the quality of the furnishings and the overall finish.
The Lounge
Fontalbe has a large modern lounge, with striking features such as the dramatic black wooden beam pillar, black concrete floor, a large log burner and mantelpiece.
With four large comfortable sofas to collapse into, views out over the orchard and garden, a wide array of games, books and a smart TV is it the perfect place to relax and unwind.
Whether you throw open the doors on a summer evening and enjoy the tranquillity of the surroundings or light up the fire in an autumn evening and play games or share a glass of wine by the fireside, this room will allow everyone to get together, relax and share stories of the day.
The Kitchen
The large, modern, well-equipped kitchen makes preparing and enjoying meals together easy.
There is plenty of space for everyone to get involved, either in the heart of the kitchen or perched up on one of the bar stools chopping veggies or with a glass of wine in hand supporting the chef! If you enjoy self – catering then you will find all you need to cook for your party.
With a wide range of crockery, cutlery, utensils and pots and pans, alongside a choice of coffee machines, a mixer, and a juicer, you’ll find everything you need.
The open plan shelves make it easy to find what you are looking for and with a large fridge freezer along with a drinks fridge you can stock up in advance.
If you’d prefer not to cook yourselves, we can help you find a private chef and can recommend a few who know the kitchen well. As the area is famous for its culinary delights including cheeses, truffles, walnuts and foie gras, not to mention the local wines, it is hard not to want to taste the local produce and who better to prepare this than a local chef.
The Dining Room
The wonderful wooden beams and stunning lights above the large wooden table are the defining feature of this beautiful room. There is ample space for everyone to sit around the table and enjoy a meal in comfort together.
The large log burner adds charm to the space and warmth on cooler evenings.
The Studio
At the far of the main house, there is a studio which can provide some further flexible accommodation. Linked to one of the upstairs large king-sized bedrooms and ensuite shower rooms, the ground floor studio comprises a cosy lounge/dining area and fully equipped kitchen and large sofa bed. It also has a washing machine, a flat screen television, DVD player, WIFI and a wood burner for colder days and nights.
It is furnished to the same high standard as the rest of the house and has a separate entrance and a private terrace overlooking the river.
The Studio is ideal if you are travelling with relatives or family – grandparents, nannies or even teenagers – who prefer their own private space.
Alternatively, it provides an excellent office space for those who need to mix their pleasure with a little bit of work.
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