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We stayed at Straw Angel Mill for two weeks in July with our daughter and grown-up granddaughters, and we all loved it. There is so much good to say about it that it is difficult to know where to begin. I will try to stick to the points that haven't been particularly remarked on in previous reviews. The old sawmill has been converted and modernised in stages, which means the lay-out is initially confusing, and getting from one part of it to another can be a bit of a journey (and the lighting is bit eccentric.) But it is a lovely building to be in, all beautifully done in wood, with masses of airy space. On the main (first) floor, as well as the open-plan kitchen/dining and living area, there are two good-sized double bedroods and a bathroom, and on the top floor, which used to be open-plan, there are two delightful bedrooms with sliding doors. Our granddaughters said they were the nicest bedrooms they had ever slept in. (The total peace and the gurgling sound of the stream that runs down beside the house help in that regard.) The patch of meadow that it is on is surrounded by fine big trees, but the house itself is always in full sun. On the other hand we had no difficulty finding cool spots in hot weather. On the lower (ground) floor there are an additional toilet and a huge shower-room. The kitchen has no dishwasher but everything else one might expect, and great big rectangular porcelain sinks and gushing hot and cold water. Others have mentioned the wild life; we saw a red squirrel twice walking calmly down to the stream close to the house, and on another occasion a hare in the same place. We went on several of the 'balades' or 'petites randonnées' that are in two folders in the house. They have excellent waymarking ('balisage') and laminated maps and directions to take with one. They are mostly between 6 and 9 kilometres (2-3 hours). They are a great way to get the feel of the countryside and see the huge profusion of wild flowers and butterflies. The landscape in that part of the Auvergne is just magnificent; words and photographs cannot do justice to its beauty, scale and variety. There is a lot commercial forestation, but it is all done in small parcels of land, and the trees are planted and felled at different times, so the view is always a mixture of bits of conifer planting at different stages, indigenous broad-leaved trees, and pasture. As you drive or cycle along the bendy roads (there are a lot of bends in that hilly region) you keep finding another great panorama spread laid out for you. Other reviewers have mentioned the markets. There is a market in a local village or town I think on every day of the week except Monday. Our favourite was at Usson. Many have mentioned the bathing lake at St.-Anthème; it is beautifully planned, with trees giving ample shade on the large grassy area, and well managed and maintained; well worth the 2 euro entry ticket. We particularly liked the boulangerie at Viverols, which has a great deal more to offer than bread and croissants: patisserie, cheeses, and more. The tourist offices in Viverols and St.-Anthème are staffed by friendly people who really want to help you find whatever it is you need. In fact all the many people we encountered during our stay were friendly and helpful, in the calm easy way that seems normal in that wonderful region.
One morning, on our dog walk (thanks for the map) we came across a farmer walking his goats, with his sheep (goat) dog. The goats and his dog were super-interested in our white golden retriever puppy. Although no-one could understand each other (we don't have French) we sort of understood that it was alright to let Oso off the leash. And total canine/goat joy ensued. The dogs played. The goats joined in. It was wonderful. The house is good too. Although Oso was not a fan of the stairs up to the living bit. I had to carry him up and down until he got his head around it. Great cycling too.
Owner response on 02-Jan-2023
Thanks John! I'd love to have been a fly on the wall when Oso met the goats & goat dog-priceless! R eminds me of taking a siamese cat for a walk in the Peak District- some sheep decided to follow him in a neat single file line as he walked around a big old tree. He walked faster to get away in a circle around the tree to escape the sheep on his tail and found he was then following the last sheep...
Nous avons eu enormement de plaisir dans cette magnifique maison renovee. 2 familles avec 4 enfants...le bonheur et plein de balades, jeu au bord de la riviere, visite, accueil incroyable,... merci pour tout Stayed Oct 2016
Partis en famille, nous avons passé un excellent séjour à Eglisolles. Le cadre est fantastique et la maison parfaite pour des vacances au calme. Le contact a été particulièrement agréable avec la propriétaire. Au total, une expérience 100% positive ! Stayed Jul 2017
Dans cette maison, on trouve tout ce dont on a besoin, et même des choses auxquelles on n'aurait pas pensé. Et si, par hasard, il manque malgré tout quelque chose, David et Charlie, qui s'occupent du lieu en l'absence des propriétaires, se font un plaisir de fournir généreusement leur aide. La literie est très bonne, la vaisselle vraiment agréable, les revues anciennes sont vraiment intéressantes... chaque objet a une raison d'être. On a plutôt l'impression d'être chez des amis très discrets... Nous avons fait un excellent séjour! Stayed Oct 2016
We liked the nice house located in the nature. Everyone who is looking for a nice and calm holiday in nature will be delighted. We will come back again. Owner's Response: Dear Annette and Ulrich, Thank you for your kind words! We are very glad you enjoyed the house and the area and your stay, and we would love to see you again in future.
| 27th June - 5th September 2020 | Peak Summer | 900 ( 5% discount for NHS ) |
| 1st April-June 26th 2021 | Early Summer | 800 |
| June 27th - September 4th 2021 | Peak Summer | 900 |
| September 5th - 31st November 2021 | Autumn | 850 |
| 1 December- 31 January 2021 | Winter Holiday | 1,250 |
| April 1st - May 30th 2022 | Spring 2022 | 850 |
| July 2nd-September 3rd 2022 | Summer 2022 | 950 |
| September 4th -31st November 2022 | Autumn 2022 | 900 |
| December 20th-January 31st 2022/2023 | Christmas / New Year | 1,250 |
| March 1st-31st 2023 | Early Spring 2023 | 750 |
| April 1st - June 24th 2023 | Spring 2023 | 900 |
| June 24th- September 23rd 2023 | Summer 2023 | 1,250 |
| September 23rd -- November 23rd 2023 | Autumn 2023 | 900 |
| April 1st - June 24th 2024 | Spring 2024 | 900 |
| June 20th -September 22nd 2024 | Summer 2024 | 1,350 |
| September 23rd - 30th November20024 | Autumn 2024 | 950 |