A peaceful 2 minutes by the Gite entrance this morning. Butterflies loving the Lavender, Humming Bird Moths doing what they do, Birds singing in the trees and the Geraniums flowering wonderfully.
All is well here in Vijon.
Festival of Flowers
The garden at The Barn at Vijon is putting on a great show - unfortunately this year there's no audience!
(There is a soundtrack to put you in the mood!)
The good thing is we can guarantee that in 2021 it will be the same if not even better - we can't wait to see you!
"Le Machaon" Loving the Lavender - at The Barn at Vijon
(The Swallowtail) is a relatively large butterfly characterized by its large wings decorated with a "tail" or extension at their posterior end. Present throughout the territory of metropolitan France, it is however a protected species in certain regions of Eastern Europe. The Machaon butterfly is distinguished by its long gliding flights and the contrasting yellow and black colours of its wings.
They said it'd be mostly cloudy today - well I'd take cloudy any day in Vijon. How about it? Next summer perhaps?
2020 booking calendar is now open (prices same as in 2018) We're already pretty busy in June and September.
#BookDirect (No fees, No extra charges, No hidden costs)
www.barnatvijon.com
The Barn at Vijon has taken on new staff to help sort out the gravel prior to our guests arrival - this little fella is doing a good job!
The old weighbridge in Vijon is now a "Book Exchange" it's a lovely idea - we need to add some of our own to the shelves, as we may be "borrowing" some for our French guests in The Barn this year!
The Barn at Vijon today -
30 degrees, clear blue sky, smelling the barbecue!
Just imagine yourself here - the view, the peace & quiet, the private secluded garden, the spacious, comfortable accommodation -
Taking bookings now for 2020 (still at 2018 prices)
#BookDirect for the cheapest rate at barnatvijon.com
Summer at The Barn at Vijon
🌞😎 The Barn at Vijon - bringing you a flavour of
our Summer here in beautiful rural Central France.
#BookDirect NOW at www.barnatvijon.com
So, after wallowing in our success yesterday with our quality of service award, today I put my financial hat on! It's lovely being (and we need to continue to be) featured on so many on-line booking sites but did you know that the average commission we pay per booking via these sites is 15% yes, 15%. On a typical summer week that equates to £90 WE pay to the likes of Expedia, Homeaway, Airbnb, Booking, TripAdvisor and the rest. On many of these sites the guest ALSO pays a booking fee, which is in addition to our published tariff. The story here is if you do a search for accommodation on line and you find somewhere that you want then DO PLEASE LOOK for the property's own website and #BookDirect. You'll always get the cheapest rate and you'll be dealing direct with the owner. Remember (and especially if it is a return stay) #BookDirect and for us you can do that at www.barnatvijon.com
😎 Our Black Friday Special Offer 😎
Only joking, every day is special when you #BookDirect
We don't need a sales gimmick to make sure you get the best rates and the have the best time!
Message us on Facebook or go to our website and check our availability & prices (booking for 2019 at 2018 prices).
www.barnatvijon.com
AUTUMN and WINTER SHORT-BREAKS
at THE BARN AT VIJON
From as little as £120 (for 2 nights, 2 people)
Flights to/from Limoges Airport
from Manchester, East Midlands and Stansted
Enjoy spectacular sunrises, bright blue skies. stunning autumn colours, gorgeous autumn/winter views, quiet country lanes, spacious comfortable accommodation with a cosy wood burner and all this set in the peace and quiet of our small village here in Vijon, Centre Val de Loire.
And remember - for the best deal #BookDirect
😎😎SUMMER AVAILABILITY UPDATE😎😎
One Summer Holiday week left - 25th August, 7 nights.
Discounted to £545 for the week (Sleeps up to 5).
Booking now for late September/early October.
(Checkout our website for short break prices)
Spacious accommodation in peaceful, rural village.
Private, gated entrance & car park, secluded, private garden and stunning countryside views. Guest favourite - Balcony!
For some summer peace and relaxation - its just the job!
#BookDirect at https://barnatvijon.com
Be like Dave - #BookDirect
Meet Dave!
For the best prices and to deal direct with the owners
#BookDirect - but you already knew this didn't you!
Not just by phone either but also direct on this page and on our Website www.barnatvijon.com
Be like Dave - #BookDirect
What did you do on your Holiday?
Things to do whilst staying at The Barn at Vijon
1) Base Nautique de Sidiailles is 20 minutes away and is a great place for a day of Adventure in the trees, Kayaking, Canoeing, Swimming, Giant Zipwire across the lake, Beach Volleyball, Childrens play area and Summer Café. After all that you need to come back and relax on the balcony (see last slide!)
Things to do whilst staying at The Barn at Vijon
1) Base Nautique de Sidiailles is 20 minutes away and is a great place for a day of Adventure in the trees, Kayaking, Canoeing, Swimming, Giant Zipwire across the lake, Beach Volleyball, Childrens play area and Summer Café. After all that you need to come back and relax on the balcony (see last slide!)
Beautiful day here in Vijon, view from the Gite was stunning as the clouds cleared
Cheeky little FB video of some of the views/spaces our guests can enjoy when they are staying with us this year. Our busy season is about to begin and the wonderful weather has come along too!
The Barn at Vijon 1st July - Summer is here!
Château de Valençay is a 90 minute drive north from the Barn at Vijon and is open daily March to November and in the lead up to Christmas.
The Renaissance and Classical Château de Valençay is an architectural jewel in the heart of the Berry region. In the 19th century, Napoleon's minister of foreign affairs, Charles-Maurice de Talleyrand, organised lavish receptions there in honour of foreign high dignitaries.
The château is a remarkably well-preserved listed historic monument. It boasts a superb Renaissance keep, a magnificent Italian arcaded gallery, an elegant Classical-style wing and corner towers with domed roofs. Inside, the sumptuously-furnished rooms such as the Grand Salon, Prince of Talleyrand's Chamber, Blue Salon, Study, Music Salon, King of Spain's Chamber, Duchess of Dino's Chamber, Dining Room, Grand Butlery and kitchens testify to the Château's past splendour.
Surrounding the château are wonderful gardens to stroll around. Featuring a formal garden (Jardins à la Française) with pristine beds, the Damier Fleuri, a patchwork of meadow flowers, the Jardin de la Duchesse with a terrace overlooking the green Nahon valley, a deer park, a children's playground and Napoleon's maze, they will delight both grown-ups and kids.
Daytime and evening shows starring costumed actors and candlelit visits are put on during the summer season.
Bourges Cathedral is 90km from the Barn at Vijon and is well worth the 1 1/2 hour drive. The Cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The Cathedral of St Etienne of Bourges, built between the late 12th and late 13th centuries, is one of the great masterpieces of Gothic art and is admired for its proportions and the unity of its design. The tympanum, sculptures and stained-glass windows are particularly striking. Apart from the beauty of the architecture, it attests to the power of Christianity in medieval France.
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