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Rural cottage near Saintes

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Outdoor dining
Outdoor pool
Interior
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6125 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rural cottage near Saintes

This is a spacious (125m2) and very comfortable cottage set in the grounds of a 19th century Manor house, tastefully restored. Consists of two large bedrooms, sleeping 5 (plus cot for baby), bathroom, large living room (36m2), kitchen and dining room. Outside there is an al fresco dining/BBQ area and extensive gardens for children to play in, including a tree-house with slide. There is also a large sun-deck area with pool (hexagonal 5m).

The gite is situated in a rural setting close Port d'Envaux and the Charente river, in a small hamlet of 10 houses, just 10 minutes drive north of the historic roman city of Saintes. Local boulangerie : 10-minute walk, local grocery shop in Port d'Envaux : 2-minute drive. The magnificent Chateau de la Roche Courbon is just a 10-minute drive.

Guests really appreciate this ideal central location: 30 minutes from historic Cognac and 30 minutes from Royan and beautiful sandy beaches (45 minutes). The beautiful town of La Rochelle is just under an hour away and you can also spend great days out visiting the unspoilt islands of Ile de Ré, ile d'Oleron, Ile d'Aix and Ile Madame, as well as the famous “Fort Boyard”.
The Charente-Maritime also offers a wide variety of tourist attractions: charming villages, magnificent chateaus, historic forts and gastronomic delights.

For cyclists, there are hundreds of kilometres of cycling paths for mountain bikes and classical bikes going through beautiful pine forests and along breath-taking coastlines.

For the children : several go-ape/zip-wire centres ('acrobranche') , Futuroscope theme park (near Poitiers), various water parks, aquarium in La Rochelle, one of the most well known zoos of Europe at La Palmyre, and of course miles of beautiful sandy beaches....

Take a quick boat trip across the Gironde estuary to visit the beautiful Medoc wine region, or even visit the grand city of Bordeaux, just over an hour's drive away.

The nearest airports are: La Rochelle (50 minutes), Poitiers (1.25 hours) and Bordeaux (1.25 hours). The gite is situated close to the A10 motorway with the nearest exits at Saintes (10 minutes) and Saint Jean d'Angély (20 minutes).

Property manager

Andrew Haine

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Table tennis
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,345 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Port-D'envaux, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

  • Les Lapidiales - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Saintes Amphitheatre - 11 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Abbaye aux Dames - 12 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Saint-Eutrope Church - 12 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Saintes Cathedral - 12 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Taillebourg Station - 4 min drive
  • Bordeaux (BOD-Merignac) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Boucherie Café - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Le Parvis - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Auberge de la Charante - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Auberge des Glycines - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Vieille Forge - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Rural cottage near Saintes have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Rural cottage near Saintes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rural cottage near Saintes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rural cottage near Saintes?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rural cottage near Saintes located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Château de Panloy, Les Lapidiales, and Château de Crazannes. La Pierre de Crazannes and Saint-Eutrope Church are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Rural cottage near Saintes Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage with pool and large grounds
Large rustic property with large rooms and plenty of outdoor space including pool, BBQ and outside eating area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very spacious well appointed gite within lovely setting
A relaxing stay and plenty to see in Saintes and other towns close by
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic holiday !!
We stayed at Gite Ecureuil for two weeks with our two nine year old sons. They had a fantastic time playing in the pool, exploring the garden to find where the chickens had layed their eggs. It was a very relaxing location and the pool was a very welcome relief from the 38 degree temperatures. Andrew( the host) was extremely helpful when needed but left you to get on with things. The Gite is very tastefully decorated and comfortable. All in all staying at Gite Ecureuil made for a fantastic family holiday. We will definitely be back. Thank you.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sascha

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in charming Gite
Lovely location just north of Saintes and 30 minutes from the beaches. Enjoyed lots of refreshing dips in the pool. Large gardens to enjoy. Would highly recommend

8/10 Good

Alan J.

Relaxing 2 weeks holiday .
The accommodation was spacious ,and comfortable . Although only 2 of us staying . it definitely met the criteria stated for up to 5 persons . All the facilities were in good working order , and covered all our needs . A nice large garden with an outside dining area , good shady spaces to recline , although the unsettled weather being such , there were few occasions when the opportunity arose . This also included use of the pool . However this did not detract from the holiday as there were many interesting places to visit all within reasonable distance .. The host Andrew was welcoming , and helpful .
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

claude b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superbe sejour en bords de charente
Nous avons passé de belles vacances de longues balades sur les nombreux chemins qui sillonnent la campagne .nous avons bien profité de la picsine et du grand terrain arboré et équipé du proprietaire .il y a tout ce qu'il faut pour les enfants cabane balancoires ect..
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jean-charles c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cool
Parfait pour nous !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Raphaël D.

Liked: Cleanliness
We familial agréable
Le gite est parfaitement situé au Nord de Saintes, à proximité de magnifiques endroits à visiter et où se promener. Andrew est un hote attentionné, réactif et à l'écoute : c'est très appréciable ! Le gite est fonctionnel et propre. Les exterieurs sont grands et ont été rès apprécies des enfants. Le bémol concerne l'indisponibilité de la piscine au moment de notre location. Nous espérions en profiter mais elle n'était pas prête pour la saison.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karine D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magnifique jardin
Nous avons séjourné dans cette propriété fin août. Ce fut une agréable semaine , le jardin est vraiment grand et très sympa . Andrew qui est aussi sur site , est discret et nous à permis de se sentir chez nous ! Je conseille cette maison pour passer un séjour au calme mais loin de rien !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Sandrine H.

très bon séjour
la propriété est jolie, la piscine agréable, les jeux bienvenus pour les enfants et nous avons pu rayonner pour découvrir la région, les sites alentours ou plus éloignés. notre hôte a gentiment répondu à nos interrogations avant notre arrivée et à nos sollicitations pendant le séjour. le gîte est juste un peu rustique en ce qui concerne les couchages, l'éclairage.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

vanessa l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent séjour, le gîte est très bien situé pour découvrir et arpenter la charente maritime
Séjour très agréable chez Andrew. On se sent comme à la maison, jardin et piscine très agréables!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Franck M., Epernay

Liked: Cleanliness
Le charme de l'ancien
Charmante maison charentaise idéalement située. Petit plus pour les petites attentions de notre hôte à notre arrivée. Seul petit bémol, le mobilier s'inscrit parfaitement dans le thème "manoir" mais commence à dater un peu au détriment du confort.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

capucine d.

Liked: Cleanliness
un moment de détente
Maison très agréable et fonctionnelle, Andrew est très accueillant.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

6/10 Okay

Laure G.

Jolie maison avec le charme de l ancien
Un endroit très agréable avec tout ce qu'il faut pour passer de bonnes vacances .Un propriétaire arrangeant