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Self Catering French Holiday Homes, Cottages and Gites with Pool in Vendee, and Charente
Charente Holiday
Gites
Full Sized Swimming
Pool
Carp Lakes
2 x 2 Bedroomed Holiday Gites - Each sleep
up to 7
Property Ref: FR141
Fully restored, these Holiday homes are set in the tranquil
countryside of Charente, yet only 1 hour to Bordeaux, Royan and La Rochelle, 30
mins to Angouleme, St Emillion and Aubiterre, 2 hours from Poitiers, Futuroscope
and Biarritz. Adjoins National Park.
The two Farmhouses are part of a group of buildings with the owner also having a house on the site.
The property is South facing. Set in over an acre of landscaped gardens with lawns sweeping down to the 12m swimming pool, which has a roman end with steps for easy access. Each house has its own terrace and ample garden furniture and sun lounger's are provided, also a BBQ, children's bikes, etc. The property is fully fenced for safety and security.
The property has 2 Carp lakes - details of the lakes and fishing at this property - Click Here.
The two Farmhouses are part of a group of buildings with the owner also having a house on the site.
The property is South facing. Set in over an acre of landscaped gardens with lawns sweeping down to the 12m swimming pool, which has a roman end with steps for easy access. Each house has its own terrace and ample garden furniture and sun lounger's are provided, also a BBQ, children's bikes, etc. The property is fully fenced for safety and security.
The property has 2 Carp lakes - details of the lakes and fishing at this property - Click Here.
ACCOMMODATION
GITE 1 - 2 Bedrooms
The generous accomodation comprised of 1 twin and 1 double bedroom (both en-suite) includes Shower, hand basin, WC, bidet. The other bathroom is the same but without the bidet. Lounge with double bed, three piece suite and a single bed which can be put in any room to suit you. Together with all your bed linen, bathroom and kitchen towel's.
We do not supply swimming pool towels and the ones we provide must not be taken to the pool.
One level, easy wheelchair access.
Large, fully fitted kitchen with cooker, 2 fridges one with freezer compartment and microwave oven.
The house is equiped with a sky TV, dvd player so bring your own favourite DVDs.
Shared laundry room with washing machine and wc.
Outside there is a private patio garden table and chairs, parasol, barbecue and sunbeds.
GITE 1 - 2 Bedrooms
The generous accomodation comprised of 1 twin and 1 double bedroom (both en-suite) includes Shower, hand basin, WC, bidet. The other bathroom is the same but without the bidet. Lounge with double bed, three piece suite and a single bed which can be put in any room to suit you. Together with all your bed linen, bathroom and kitchen towel's.
We do not supply swimming pool towels and the ones we provide must not be taken to the pool.
One level, easy wheelchair access.
Large, fully fitted kitchen with cooker, 2 fridges one with freezer compartment and microwave oven.
The house is equiped with a sky TV, dvd player so bring your own favourite DVDs.
Shared laundry room with washing machine and wc.
Outside there is a private patio garden table and chairs, parasol, barbecue and sunbeds.
Gite 2 - 2 Bedrooms
Very well appointed yet retaining that rural farmhouse character, with 1 twin and 1 double bedroom. Lounge with double bed, three piece suite and a single bed which can be put in any room to suit you. Together with all your bed linen bathroom and kitchen towel's.
We do not supply swimming pool towels and the ones we provide must not be taken to the pool.
One level accommodation, easy wheelchair access.
Large, fully fitted kitchen with cooker, 2 fridges, one with freezer compartment and microwave oven.
One bathroom including shower, handbasin and WC. Shared laundry room with washing machine and wc.
The house is equiped with a sky TV, dvd player so bring your own favourite DVDs.
Outside there is a private patio garden table and chairs, parasol, barbecue and sunbeds.
Very well appointed yet retaining that rural farmhouse character, with 1 twin and 1 double bedroom. Lounge with double bed, three piece suite and a single bed which can be put in any room to suit you. Together with all your bed linen bathroom and kitchen towel's.
We do not supply swimming pool towels and the ones we provide must not be taken to the pool.
One level accommodation, easy wheelchair access.
Large, fully fitted kitchen with cooker, 2 fridges, one with freezer compartment and microwave oven.
One bathroom including shower, handbasin and WC. Shared laundry room with washing machine and wc.
The house is equiped with a sky TV, dvd player so bring your own favourite DVDs.
Outside there is a private patio garden table and chairs, parasol, barbecue and sunbeds.
PRICES 2010
MID: May and September £440 per week
HIGH: June £561 per week
PEAK: July and August £715 per week
Changeover day is a Saturday
Prices include hire of bed linen, bathroom towels and kitchen towels - you need to bring pool towels please
Security Deposit £100 fully refundable if no damage to property and left in a clean and tidy condition.
NO SMOKING AND NO PETS
LOCATION
Our farmhouse is a 16th century Charentise farm,which has been tastefully renovated sympathetically to retain the old world charm but modern conveniences, situated in beautiful country side on the edge of the French nature reserve of which we own part,within easy reach of the beaches at Royan,La Rochelle,and close to Angouleme, Bordeaux, Cognac,St Emilion,Aubiterre,Jonzac a spa town with indoor holiday pool complex wave pool etc and a casino, and many more attractions and beautiful places to visit,there is golf,horse riding,jet ski lake,fishing which is free in our lakes with carp to over 40 lb,fantastic restaurants, aubergines,you will never see it all in one holiday.The locals are friendly and due to the historic past of the area with the King of England marrying the Queen of Aquitain retaining the chic splendour of its rural setting famous for the wine and cognac,most visitors enjoy relaxing by the pool,having a barbecue or just chilling out in the fantastic south facing location.
The area of Charente is well known for its excellent cuisine, cognacs and wines. In the local area alone, there are several fantastic auberges and many fabulous restaurants to visit. The Charentaise people are well known to be the friendliest and warmest of people, especially to the English, with whom they share a romantic historic past. In nearby towns, there is a wonderful variety of shops, as well as historic and futuristic sights to see, and places of interest to visit. Maquignon, set in rural South West France, is such a peaceful place for unwinding and relaxing and enjoying the countryside, yet set in such a way that you can travel around and enjoy the "chic, splendour and culture" that France is renowned for.
Quite close is a village in the direction of Chalais called Aubiterre the prettiest village in France. It has the oldest Monolithic Church well worth a visit. At the same time you could visit Chalais.On Monday they have a fantastic market 8 am until 12. For lunch, there are lots of places to eat but for a real slice of French life, on the way back visit Mr. Pourier at a small village called Bardenac just outside Chalais. It's at the top of the hill past the church, it's a bar where all the French go. For approximately €10 you can eat and drink until you explode.
St EMILLION and the surrounding area is a 'Mecca for wine buffs' and the town is beautiful. A train ride around the vineyards etc is available.
COGNAC is approximately half hours drive away and is the most chic town in Charente. It has lovely shops and restaurants, (don't forget they shut at lunchtimes). You can get a great meal in the main square at a restaurant for about 10 euros. Many restaurants and bars serving a plat de jour to a full-blown French lunch, it's a chic place with lots to see and explore. You can visit all the Cognac houses, we think the best is Remi Martin it costs a few euros and includes a train ride through the vineyards and the cellars. There is no walking involved, Tel 05 45 35 76 66 and they will give you the times of the English tours and you can book your place. It is situated at Merpins. We suggest a morning visit and lunch in Cognac or an afternoon visit shopping and dinner or return for a barbeque. DON'T MISS GOING TO COGNAC.
The drink of Charente is PINEAU de Charente. The best produce and the president of the federation is in our village, his name is Jackie BODIN. You can call on Jackie at anytime and he will show you round and give you plenty of samples. To get to Mr Bodin turn right when facing the Inter Marche at Baignes go for approximately 1/2 mile until you come to a cast iron railway bridge, turn left follow the lane for approximately l/2 mile and the house in front of you La Lande is the place. Tel 05 45 78 43 32. Tell them you are from Chez Maquignon. His son who is normally there is called Jackie.
BAIGNES - THE CAFE DE PARIS in the square is a great place for a drink. Tell them you are staying at Chez Maquignon and they will make you very welcome. It is planned is to open a brasserie and simple meals will be available. They are usually closed on a Monday
ANGUOLEME The capital of Charente. Park near the hotel de Ville (Town Hall) and explore the back streets there. There are over 100 small bistros (Indian, Chinese, Mexican everything is catered for). It is a 30 minute ride well worth the journey. Wonderful parks, buildings, cathedrals etc it is very chic and shopping is good. At night the place comes alive.
BORDEAUX - an hour away - has everything you can expect as the second city of France.
SUPERMARKETS - the one in Baignes is excellent but we also feel Leclerc in Barbezieux (10 minutes away) is much better and gives a wider choice. Also Auchan at La Couronne. Just off N10 on way to Anguoleme. This is a hypermarket with its own arcade of shops as well.
AUBERGES - (Farm Restaurants). This is the best eating in France in our opinion. We use the following:
1. BAIGNES - Peirre & Michelle Jaulin - Puigareau Tel:05 45 7842 52. It is past the Cafe De Paris in the Square. Follow the road until you come to a crucifix, fork right and it is the first big house on the left. You need to visit to make a reservation. Unfortunately they are only open for Sunday lunch.
2. ORIOLLES - Chez Baron Andre Porcheron. Tel: 05 45 98 79 22. Oriolles is the other side of the N10.
3. CHANTILLAC- Madam La Roche. Tel:05 45 78 4131. They only do Sunday lunch, but it's ten Star eating. This is approximately 8km along the N10 towards Bordeaux and turn right. Here you get the best duck in the area. You eat in the distillery which is used at every vintage to produce eau de vie to make cognac and Pineau de Charente, this is an experience not to be missed, Fridays and Saturdays are the busiest days.
All the Auberges give you at least 5 or 6 courses, Aperitif and all the wine you can drink. The prices are approximately 20 euros plus per person. They mainly serve duck, veal, rabbit and other produce of the farm. There is only one word for it FANTASTIC ! You won't want to do more than one or two in a week and don't eat too much at lunchtime.
Nearest Ferry: Caen 300 kilometres
Nearest Airport: Bordeaux 55 Kilometres
MID: May and September £440 per week
HIGH: June £561 per week
PEAK: July and August £715 per week
Changeover day is a Saturday
Prices include hire of bed linen, bathroom towels and kitchen towels - you need to bring pool towels please
Security Deposit £100 fully refundable if no damage to property and left in a clean and tidy condition.
NO SMOKING AND NO PETS
LOCATION
Our farmhouse is a 16th century Charentise farm,which has been tastefully renovated sympathetically to retain the old world charm but modern conveniences, situated in beautiful country side on the edge of the French nature reserve of which we own part,within easy reach of the beaches at Royan,La Rochelle,and close to Angouleme, Bordeaux, Cognac,St Emilion,Aubiterre,Jonzac a spa town with indoor holiday pool complex wave pool etc and a casino, and many more attractions and beautiful places to visit,there is golf,horse riding,jet ski lake,fishing which is free in our lakes with carp to over 40 lb,fantastic restaurants, aubergines,you will never see it all in one holiday.The locals are friendly and due to the historic past of the area with the King of England marrying the Queen of Aquitain retaining the chic splendour of its rural setting famous for the wine and cognac,most visitors enjoy relaxing by the pool,having a barbecue or just chilling out in the fantastic south facing location.
The area of Charente is well known for its excellent cuisine, cognacs and wines. In the local area alone, there are several fantastic auberges and many fabulous restaurants to visit. The Charentaise people are well known to be the friendliest and warmest of people, especially to the English, with whom they share a romantic historic past. In nearby towns, there is a wonderful variety of shops, as well as historic and futuristic sights to see, and places of interest to visit. Maquignon, set in rural South West France, is such a peaceful place for unwinding and relaxing and enjoying the countryside, yet set in such a way that you can travel around and enjoy the "chic, splendour and culture" that France is renowned for.
Quite close is a village in the direction of Chalais called Aubiterre the prettiest village in France. It has the oldest Monolithic Church well worth a visit. At the same time you could visit Chalais.On Monday they have a fantastic market 8 am until 12. For lunch, there are lots of places to eat but for a real slice of French life, on the way back visit Mr. Pourier at a small village called Bardenac just outside Chalais. It's at the top of the hill past the church, it's a bar where all the French go. For approximately €10 you can eat and drink until you explode.
St EMILLION and the surrounding area is a 'Mecca for wine buffs' and the town is beautiful. A train ride around the vineyards etc is available.
COGNAC is approximately half hours drive away and is the most chic town in Charente. It has lovely shops and restaurants, (don't forget they shut at lunchtimes). You can get a great meal in the main square at a restaurant for about 10 euros. Many restaurants and bars serving a plat de jour to a full-blown French lunch, it's a chic place with lots to see and explore. You can visit all the Cognac houses, we think the best is Remi Martin it costs a few euros and includes a train ride through the vineyards and the cellars. There is no walking involved, Tel 05 45 35 76 66 and they will give you the times of the English tours and you can book your place. It is situated at Merpins. We suggest a morning visit and lunch in Cognac or an afternoon visit shopping and dinner or return for a barbeque. DON'T MISS GOING TO COGNAC.
The drink of Charente is PINEAU de Charente. The best produce and the president of the federation is in our village, his name is Jackie BODIN. You can call on Jackie at anytime and he will show you round and give you plenty of samples. To get to Mr Bodin turn right when facing the Inter Marche at Baignes go for approximately 1/2 mile until you come to a cast iron railway bridge, turn left follow the lane for approximately l/2 mile and the house in front of you La Lande is the place. Tel 05 45 78 43 32. Tell them you are from Chez Maquignon. His son who is normally there is called Jackie.
BAIGNES - THE CAFE DE PARIS in the square is a great place for a drink. Tell them you are staying at Chez Maquignon and they will make you very welcome. It is planned is to open a brasserie and simple meals will be available. They are usually closed on a Monday
ANGUOLEME The capital of Charente. Park near the hotel de Ville (Town Hall) and explore the back streets there. There are over 100 small bistros (Indian, Chinese, Mexican everything is catered for). It is a 30 minute ride well worth the journey. Wonderful parks, buildings, cathedrals etc it is very chic and shopping is good. At night the place comes alive.
BORDEAUX - an hour away - has everything you can expect as the second city of France.
SUPERMARKETS - the one in Baignes is excellent but we also feel Leclerc in Barbezieux (10 minutes away) is much better and gives a wider choice. Also Auchan at La Couronne. Just off N10 on way to Anguoleme. This is a hypermarket with its own arcade of shops as well.
AUBERGES - (Farm Restaurants). This is the best eating in France in our opinion. We use the following:
1. BAIGNES - Peirre & Michelle Jaulin - Puigareau Tel:05 45 7842 52. It is past the Cafe De Paris in the Square. Follow the road until you come to a crucifix, fork right and it is the first big house on the left. You need to visit to make a reservation. Unfortunately they are only open for Sunday lunch.
2. ORIOLLES - Chez Baron Andre Porcheron. Tel: 05 45 98 79 22. Oriolles is the other side of the N10.
3. CHANTILLAC- Madam La Roche. Tel:05 45 78 4131. They only do Sunday lunch, but it's ten Star eating. This is approximately 8km along the N10 towards Bordeaux and turn right. Here you get the best duck in the area. You eat in the distillery which is used at every vintage to produce eau de vie to make cognac and Pineau de Charente, this is an experience not to be missed, Fridays and Saturdays are the busiest days.
All the Auberges give you at least 5 or 6 courses, Aperitif and all the wine you can drink. The prices are approximately 20 euros plus per person. They mainly serve duck, veal, rabbit and other produce of the farm. There is only one word for it FANTASTIC ! You won't want to do more than one or two in a week and don't eat too much at lunchtime.
Nearest Ferry: Caen 300 kilometres
Nearest Airport: Bordeaux 55 Kilometres
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Special Offer 28 August - End September
2 weeks £550 4 weeks £990
2 weeks £550 4 weeks £990