With just the Turkey left at the Brittany holiday cottage with private pool I thought I lost it last night, because we had snow in the morning I decided to close the coup to keep it warmer only to find the bird not in the run or the coup.
I searched the garden for 15 minutes in the dark trying to find him but with no joy and returned to the house thinking I might have lost him to an animal or he had escaped the garden.
Thankfully at dawn I heard his call and went out in the garden to see where he was, to my surprise he was perched about 7 feet of the ground on a branch of a tree over hanging the chicken run.
Knowing how much my dog lost in weight trying to keep warm while in a kennel one year, I think I will catch the turkey today, clip his wings and close him in each night in the coup.
I did think he would be a lot bigger than he is but I guess being free range he might not put on as much weight as farmed birds, I am hoping what he lacks in size will more than make up for in taste.
Next February I will buy a new group of birds, buying 3 chickens for eggs and a pair of female turkeys, with the aim of gifting a bird next Christmas to who ever has booked La Forge.
The Brittany holiday cottage is available to rent all year and the pool is ready to use from the start of April and closes normally at the end of September.
Monday, November 29, 2010
Sunday, November 28, 2010
Brittany holiday cottage with pool and gym
I woke up this morning feeling some what cold at the Brittany holiday cottage with pool and gym only to discover a layer of snow on the ground. I would normally fill up the wood burner just before bed and have it slow burn through out the night but last night I was warm enough with out the fire being lit hence why it was cold this morning.
One of my best buys last year was an oil burner stove which turned out to be fantastic because I just came down this morning, switched it on for instant heat.
This is my first full December ahead that I am staying in France and I'm looking forward to the cold winters nights with my wood stove to keep me warm.
La forge also has a very efficient wood burner that has no difficulty keeping the cottage nice and snug in the winter.
The Brittany holiday cottage is available to rent all year, see website for availability and special offers.
One of my best buys last year was an oil burner stove which turned out to be fantastic because I just came down this morning, switched it on for instant heat.
This is my first full December ahead that I am staying in France and I'm looking forward to the cold winters nights with my wood stove to keep me warm.
La forge also has a very efficient wood burner that has no difficulty keeping the cottage nice and snug in the winter.
The Brittany holiday cottage is available to rent all year, see website for availability and special offers.
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Brittany holiday cottage with private pool and gym
I woke up today at the Brittany holiday cottage with private pool and gym with a frost on the ground but bright and sunny.
Ive been back now in France for just over a week and the diet has started, eating mainly Tuna, white fish, vegetables and jacket potatoes. Although my weight has not dropped I feel so much leaner just over the last week and it was great to get back in the gym.
The gym at La Forge is available to use all year for the guest staying at the Brittany holiday cottage.
Ive been back now in France for just over a week and the diet has started, eating mainly Tuna, white fish, vegetables and jacket potatoes. Although my weight has not dropped I feel so much leaner just over the last week and it was great to get back in the gym.
The gym at La Forge is available to use all year for the guest staying at the Brittany holiday cottage.
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Brittany holiday cottage with private pool
The swimming pool at La Forge is opened in March each year ready for the start of April and the start of the good weather. We have just had a 2 week booking starting 7th April until 21st, so depending on your children's school you could still enjoy a week in La Forge for the final week of the Easter holiday.
During April and May the cost per week is just £549 however if you book 2 weeks enjoy a reduced price of £375 per week.
I have been at La Forge/ La Veille Maison now since March 2006 and every April so far has enjoyed some wonderful weather.
The Brittany holiday cottage with private pool is open all year long, see website for availability.
During April and May the cost per week is just £549 however if you book 2 weeks enjoy a reduced price of £375 per week.
I have been at La Forge/ La Veille Maison now since March 2006 and every April so far has enjoyed some wonderful weather.
The Brittany holiday cottage with private pool is open all year long, see website for availability.
Brittany holiday cottage with private pool and gym
After returning to France on 15th November to the Brittany holiday cottage with private pool and gym I woke up the next day with a stinking cold, I felt it was in my system the week before but just concentrated on working hard. Then arrived back in France, relaxed, for the cold to hit me hard the next day.
It was frustrating for my training because while in the UK I did not enter a gym, prior to going back to the UK my right shoulder was really aching during a workout and I felt a couple of weeks rest would do it good. I finally got back into the gym at la forge last night and had a gentle full upper body workout, I find if I have a few weeks off its best to break into the training with some caution to keep the injuries away. I only benched press 50 kilo last night and my shoulder was sore, I am hoping that the next workout will be much better.
The gym is open all year round at the Brittany holiday cottage and is available for the guest of La Forge and La Veille Maison to use.
It was frustrating for my training because while in the UK I did not enter a gym, prior to going back to the UK my right shoulder was really aching during a workout and I felt a couple of weeks rest would do it good. I finally got back into the gym at la forge last night and had a gentle full upper body workout, I find if I have a few weeks off its best to break into the training with some caution to keep the injuries away. I only benched press 50 kilo last night and my shoulder was sore, I am hoping that the next workout will be much better.
The gym is open all year round at the Brittany holiday cottage and is available for the guest of La Forge and La Veille Maison to use.
Monday, November 22, 2010
Brittany holiday cottage with private pool
After a few nice weeks working in the UK I returned to the Brittany holiday cottage with private pool on 15th November to find a pile of feathers scattered on the path. After a phone call from a friend who was looking after the birds while I was away I was expecting to see the results of either a cat or a fox.
I had left with just 2 birds remaining, my favorite hen and the turkey, I had not clipped the wings of the hen allowing her to jump over the gate of the chicken run to explore the garden during the day, unfortunately for her, allowing her to leave the protection of the run.
I am now just left with the turkey, who was always bought for the dinner table, for this Christmas. I have decided that for Christmas 2011 I will buy 2 Turkeys in the spring one for me and the other to give as a gift for anyone booking La Forge for Christmas.
I think for next year I will have 5 birds in total, 3 hens for eggs and the 2 turkeys. I will buy female Turkeys next year as I am a little disappointed on the growth of the male bird and I wonder if a female would have been a lot bigger.
The holiday cottage with private pool is available to rent all year, just click on website for more details.
I had left with just 2 birds remaining, my favorite hen and the turkey, I had not clipped the wings of the hen allowing her to jump over the gate of the chicken run to explore the garden during the day, unfortunately for her, allowing her to leave the protection of the run.
I am now just left with the turkey, who was always bought for the dinner table, for this Christmas. I have decided that for Christmas 2011 I will buy 2 Turkeys in the spring one for me and the other to give as a gift for anyone booking La Forge for Christmas.
I think for next year I will have 5 birds in total, 3 hens for eggs and the 2 turkeys. I will buy female Turkeys next year as I am a little disappointed on the growth of the male bird and I wonder if a female would have been a lot bigger.
The holiday cottage with private pool is available to rent all year, just click on website for more details.
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Brittany holiday cottage with private pool
With 21 weeks booked this year for the Brittany holiday cottage with private pool its been a great year for bookings and I have met some wonderful people staying at La Forge.
The latest week to be book is from 28th December allowing the guest to see in the new year in France.
We still have the week for Christmas free, why not book the week and enjoy a festive holiday at La Forge decorated for the festive season. The normal cost per week is £549 as a last minute booking price enjoy the week for just £400.
The latest week to be book is from 28th December allowing the guest to see in the new year in France.
We still have the week for Christmas free, why not book the week and enjoy a festive holiday at La Forge decorated for the festive season. The normal cost per week is £549 as a last minute booking price enjoy the week for just £400.
Friday, November 5, 2010
Brittany holiday cottage with heated pool
La Veille Maison is a heavily beamed cottage that's been beautifully renovated and recently decorated throughout. The cottage is oozing with character and is situated next door to La Forge. The cottage is available to rent just for the months of July and August, for details of availability see La Veille Maison link on website.
Book La Veille Maison and recieve a 20% discount on your Brittany Ferry crossing ( 30% if holiday and crossing booked before 15th Nov 2010).
The ground floor is open plan with a modern fully fitted kitchen and spacious, attractively furnished sitting room, which includes a large wide screen TV.
On the ground floor are 2 double bedrooms, one with a king size bed the other with twin beds, family bathroom and toilet.
On the first floor is another double bedroom with beautiful exposed beams, a king size bed and en suit facilities.
Outside in the garden is a private terrace, the heated swimming pool, BBQ, a Boule court, children's swings and a chicken run so your children can check for fresh eggs each morning during your stay.
Book La Veille Maison and recieve a 20% discount on your Brittany Ferry crossing ( 30% if holiday and crossing booked before 15th Nov 2010).
The ground floor is open plan with a modern fully fitted kitchen and spacious, attractively furnished sitting room, which includes a large wide screen TV.
On the ground floor are 2 double bedrooms, one with a king size bed the other with twin beds, family bathroom and toilet.
On the first floor is another double bedroom with beautiful exposed beams, a king size bed and en suit facilities.
Outside in the garden is a private terrace, the heated swimming pool, BBQ, a Boule court, children's swings and a chicken run so your children can check for fresh eggs each morning during your stay.
Monday, November 1, 2010
Brittany holiday cottage with private pool and gym
The Brittany holiday cottage with private pool and gym was booked for the October half term and the guest had requested that the pool remain open.
It was family of 5 and all the boys aged 15 plus enjoyed the gym most days, including a leg work out with myself on the Thursday evening. It was nice to train with them as it encouraged me to do that little bit extra performing 9 reps with 160kg on the squat and it helped motivate one of the guys who had always steered clear of training legs.
They also enjoyed a day out at the Camours adventure park which is only 5 minutes away from La Forge and of course enjoyed a great meal at Le Cheval blanc.
We are still taking bookings for 2010 and currently Christmas and new year weeks are still available at the Brittany holiday cottage, fully decorated for the festive season.
It was family of 5 and all the boys aged 15 plus enjoyed the gym most days, including a leg work out with myself on the Thursday evening. It was nice to train with them as it encouraged me to do that little bit extra performing 9 reps with 160kg on the squat and it helped motivate one of the guys who had always steered clear of training legs.
They also enjoyed a day out at the Camours adventure park which is only 5 minutes away from La Forge and of course enjoyed a great meal at Le Cheval blanc.
We are still taking bookings for 2010 and currently Christmas and new year weeks are still available at the Brittany holiday cottage, fully decorated for the festive season.
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