We've been connected to the Creuse for several generations. It is a wild and little-known region in the heart of France, known for its lakes and forests and made famous by the Creuse stoneworkers with their granite work. Part of our family is originally from Flayat, and we are actively involved in preserving its heritage, in particular through large-scale reforestation projects, including the planting of 40 000 trees to restore the natural ecosystems.
It is a manor house built in 1810, located in Flayat, a small village with a population of 300 in south-east Creuse. It is entirely renovated using natural and traditional materials by local artisans. The granite walls, which are typical of the Creuse region, have been restored to their original appearance after having being plastered over in the 1950s. The house is very spacious, spanning more than 700 m² over three floors. It boasts a majestic lava stone staircase, original granite flooring in the entrance hall and kitchen, a traditional inglenook fireplace, marble fireplaces, and an exceptional oak roof structure in the attic, with a ceiling height of over 10 metres.
The house, which was completely destroyed by fire during the French Revolution, was rebuilt in 1810. It belonged to an ancestor of ours who owned the surrounding land and a barn and stables in addition to the main building. Sold in the 1930s, it fell into disrepair before we bought it back in 2020. As well as the satisfaction of bringing this historic home back into the family, we gave it a new lease of life by completely restoring it, while preserving its original features, making it an unforgettable place to stay.
An ideal place to reconnect with nature and the simple pleasures of life, far away from the crowds. Here, you can read and relax under the ancient trees, lulled by the gentle sound of the spring, and dream under the stars, as Flayat has been awarded the "Star village" label due to its low level of night-time pollution. The manor house has spacious grounds with a hectare of enclosed parkland, a beautiful outdoor swimming pool and a wellness area with a sauna, which opens out onto the garden. There are various communal areas where you can enjoy life at your own pace: a library, a lounge with a piano, a bar, another lounge area and a yoga area. Electric bikes are available and massage sessions can be arranged. A housekeeper provides a personal welcome, makes your stay easier and recommending places to visit.
The small village of Flayat, situated at an altitude of 766 m in the heart of the Plateau de Millevaches Regional nature reserve, offers a wealth of walking and cycling opportunities. Lake Vassivière, one of the largest lakes in France, is a great place for water sports. You can visit the Gallo-Roman ruins in Gioux, the medieval towers in Crocq, and the Cité Internationale de la Tapisserie in Aubusson, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Felletin, another tapestry centre, has a remarkable church and a lively market. The valley of the Impressionist painters at Crozant, where Claude Monet discovered the Creuse in 1888 and painted his first series of 24 canvases, is also a must-see. Finally, enjoy dinner on the banks of the Etang de la Ramade while admiring the sunset.
The ground floor has a kitchen, storeroom, utility room, dining room, lounge, bar, library, yoga room and a small bedroom with a bathroom and toilet. The large bedrooms are on the first and second floors, and each have en suite facilities. The attic has a large lounge area with a video projector and the mezzanine a wellness area with a sauna, massage area and direct access to the garden.
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The large suites are located on the first and second floors. Ranging in size from 27 to 58 m2, they each have an en suite bathroom. The Bleuet suite sleeps 4 and the Cosmos suite sleeps 3. The attic has a large lounge area with a video projector and the mezzanine a wellness area with a sauna and massage area and direct access to the garden. Picnic baskets can be ordered on request, and the kitchen can be used and shopping can be done upon request.
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