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One of the "top 20 Gallic getaways" (Sunday Times, 6 April 2003).
Standing on its own, this two storey farm-house has a lovely rural setting with
land stretching down to the beautiful River Vienne. Accommodation is on the
ground floor only with the spacious loft keeping the house cool even during the
heat of Summer. There are 2 rooms - living room with a corner kitchen and a
bedroom, each measuring 6 x 5m. A central corridor leads to the shower room
which is built inside a vast attached barn. Well furnished and equipped, the
property retains many original features including exposed stone walls and high
beamed ceilings. The living room has a wood burning stove, comfortable seating,
TV(videos only), dining table and a corner kitchen. Double doors open onto a
walled terrace for dining outside overlooking the valley. The double bedroom
has been attractively furnished in typical french style. Garden furniture and 2
bicycles are stored in the barn. The river is 6 mins walk away across the
owners' fields and although fast flowing, canoeing or paddling are possible
from certain points. Swimming is not advised. The medieval market town of
Confolens is 12 kms away whilst there is a general store, bar and post office
within 3 kms of La Couchadie.
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"A
peaceful, secluded farmhouse with large grounds close to the River
Vienne" |
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Charras is located just 25 kms south of
Angoulême, near the northern border of the Dordogne, This beautiful
property, which has been stylishly and tastefully decorated by the owner,
enjoys lovely views across open countryside. Standing alone yet close to the
owner's home, the village of Charras with its choice of small shops is within
walking distance. The accommodation is divided over two floors, the ground
floor comprising 2 bedrooms (1twin, 1double), bathroom, spacious dining area
and well equipped, open plan kitchen (dishwasher) and a utility room. The other
two bedrooms are upstairs and are open plan with a curtain separating the
spacious mezzanine sitting area which has large windows looking out over the
church and the village. To the front of the property there is a covered terrace
with outside kitchen for dining, whilst overlooking the swimming pool (also
shared with the owners, but not normally when gîte occupied). Landscaped
and lawned gardens surround the gîte. Nearby is the feudal town of
Marthon (10kms) and Villeois-Lavalette with its beautiful château and
covered market. The ancient town of Angoulême has a wide choice of
specialist shops, restaurants and medieval streets to explore. |
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"Attractive, stone house
with large lawned gardens and shared pool" |
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Situated in the South of the Charente,
this stone barn has been renovated in a style which is typical of the region.
Attached to the owner's property, Le Bignac, nonetheless enjoys privacy and has
independent access and its own private garden. The accommodation is all on one
level and in usual french style, comprises a well equipped open plan
kitchen/living/dining room, 2 bedrooms and a shower room with separate wc. The
furnishings and decorations are to a high standard. Glazed doors open onto the
garden where there are table and chairs for outside dining and a barbecue. A
swimming pool, which overlooks the vineyards, has recently been built and is
shared with the owners and one other gite (see C1629), the pool is open between
the hours of 10am and 7pm. Nearby is the lovely château of Talleyrand at
Chalais (20kms) and there is a river for swimming in Brossac. This area is
ideal for those who enjoy walking in the countryside as there are many walks
close by Le Bignac. The Voie verte, or green walks, will take you up to 25 kms
away as far as Barbezieux. Nearby, Chevanceaux has everyday shops and
restaurants. |
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"An attractive stone
barn renovation with private garden and shared pool" |
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Situated on the tip of
the of the island of Ré just off the coast from La Rochelle, Les Portes
en Ré is a superb location surrounded by 850 hectares of beaches and
marshland which are home to a bird sanctuary. Rouselotte is one of two ground
floor studios we have available, comprising 25 square metres plus a private
terrace of 15 square metres equipped with garden furniture, sun shades and a
barbecue. The accommodation comprises 1 room with a built in kitchen, dining
table and chairs, a comfortable sitting area with a television and twin beds
plus a spare child's bed and a cot. There is a separate shower room with wc and
wash basin and a baby tub. Storage and bicycle racks are available in a secured
courtyard and public parking opposite the studio. A full range of shops can be
found in the village which is just 150 metres from the property and bicycle
rental is available opposite. The beach is only 250 metres away and there is a
9 hole golf course and tennis courts close by. |
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"Situated a short walk
from the beach and shops on the popular Ile de Ré" |
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Situated on the tip of
the of the island of Ré just off the coast from La Rochelle, Les Portes
en Ré is a superb location surrounded by 850 hectares of beaches and
marshland which are home to a bird sanctuary. Aigrette is one of two ground
floor studios we have available, comprising 25 square metres plus a private
terrace of 25 square metres equipped with garden furniture, sun shades and a
barbecue. The accommodation comprises 1 room with a built in kitchen, dining
table and chairs, a comfortable sitting area with a television and twin beds
plus a spare child's bed and a cot. There is a separate shower room with wc and
wash basin and a baby tub. Storage and bicycle racks are available in a secured
courtyard and public parking opposite the studio. A full range of shops can be
found in the village which is just 150 metres from the property and bicycle
rental is available opposite. The beach is only 250 metres away and there is a
9 hole golf course and tennis courts close by. |
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"Situated a short walk
from beach and shops on the popular Ile de Ré" |
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The owners have
renovated an attractive stone barn into a house for themselves and 4 gites. It
has a lovely farm setting in the rolling countryside of the Charente-Limousin
region. Chez L'Age is part of a light and airy single storey conversion, with
an attractive, comfortable sitting/dining room and well equipped corner
kitchen, bathroom and twin bedroom leading out to the communal garden. The
property has been well renovated and retains real character with exposed stone
walls, beams and open stone fireplace. There are large, well maintained
communal gardens and a swimming pool which is fenced and gated. In another part
of the barn there is a games room with table tennis for use by the guests. The
pool is shared with 'chambre d'hôte' guests and the other gites. One of
these gites (C1618 for 6 people) could be booked with C1616 to cater for larger
groups. The village of Suaux has a grocery store whilst a wider choice of shops
including a supermarket can be found at Chasseneuil-sur-Bonnieure (6
kms). |
| C1616 |
"Comfortable gite with
shared pool in undulating countryside" |
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The owners have
renovated an attractive stone barn into a house for themselves and 4 gites. It
has a lovely farm setting in the rolling countryside of the Charente-Limousin
region. L'Age is located next to the owner's house in a quiet position. Full of
character, the living room is comfortably furnished and has a well equipped
kitchen area in one corner. The shower room and separate wc are downstairs. The
three bedrooms are upstairs. Outside is a private garden reserved for this
property with table and chairs for outside dining. A much larger communal
garden, with a swimming pool, is situated amidst the farm buildings. In another
part of the barn is a games room with table tennis for use by the guests. The
pool is shared with 'chambre d'hôte' guests and the other gites. One of
these gites (2-4 people) could be booked with C1618 for a group of up to 10
people. Suaux has a grocery store whilst a wider choice of shops including a
supermarket can be found at Chasseneuil-sur-Bonnieure (6 kms). |
| C1618 |
"Comfortable gite with
shared pool in undulating countryside" |
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The owners of 'Chez
Durand' converted the ground floor of this former barn in 1990. They have
retained all the original character and it now provides comfortably furnished
holiday accommodation. The open plan living/dining room has a beamed ceiling
and tiled floor with the kitchen area at one end. The living area has a table
and chairs, sofa bed and television. The bedroom has one double and single bed
(suitable for a small child). Outside is a terrace with barbecue and a
beautiful walled garden with swings and trees, shared with the owners and
another gite nearby. Bread and some groceries can be purchased from a van which
passes by regularly, otherwise the nearest shops are at Montpellier de
Medaillon (1 mile) with a wider choice at Cozes, Saintes or Royan. There are
beaches at Meschers-sur-Gironde (17 kms) and Royan, or a swimming pool at
Meursac (5 kms). |
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"Character gite in
peaceful hamlet within half hour's drive of coast" |
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