10/10 Excellent
Sonia L.
10 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Entire home
Modern Charentais gîtes, heated pool, free wifi. Kids can be kids & adults relax
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10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 496 sq m
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Explore the area
Néré, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
- Pigeonnier d'Aulnay10 min drive
- Eglise Saint-Pierre d'Aulnay11 min drive
- Hennessy Cognac Company44 min drive
- La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré)80 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
Modern Charentais gîtes, heated pool, free wifi. Kids can be kids & adults relax
Property manager
Tania and John Clegg
Languages
English, French
Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Modern Charentais gîtes, heated pool, free wifi. Kids can be kids & adults relax
Modern Charentais gîtes, heated pool, free wifi. Kids can be kids & adults relax
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
10.0 out of 10, (16 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed in outdoor spaces only
Damage and incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 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
About the area
Nere
Located in Nere, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Museum of Saint Jean d'Angely and Museum of Art History are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Pigeonnier d'Aulnay and Dampierre-sur-Boutonne Castle. Travelling with kids? Consider La Moutarderie Charentaise and Office de Tourisme du Pays de Matha. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
Néré, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
What's nearby
- Pigeonnier d'Aulnay - 10 min drive
- Eglise Saint-Pierre d'Aulnay - 11 min drive
- Fontdouce Abbey - 40 min drive
- Chateau de Cognac - 44 min drive
- Hennessy Cognac Company - 44 min drive
Getting around
Restaurants
- Le Relais d'Aulnay - 10 min drive
- O Kass Dal - 10 min drive
- L'Arnaudière - 13 min drive
- Le Fabkar - 10 min drive
- Terrade Gérard - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jessica O.
29 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wundervoller Aufenthalt auf dem Land
Jessica O.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
URBANIAK
13 Nov 2017
Gîte à recommander !
URBANIAK
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
About the host
Hosted by Tania and John Clegg
Hailing from Warwickshire and Worcestershire, having seen the children safely grow up and build successful careers of their own, it was time for John and Tania to "pull the plug" and move, lock, stock and barrel, to France in order to realise a long held dream.
In their previous lives, John was a director of an import/distribution company, working with Chinese and Vietnamese factories supplying national retailers with consumer durables (there are only so many long haul flights one person can take in a lifetime); Tania was a receptionist at a busy dental practice in Stratford upon Avon.
Now based permanently on site, they have made Chez Fins Bois their home and are loving the slower pace of life.
Eventually there will be five fully renovated properties in this rural setting but, for 2016 at least, they will have three up and running, of which Les Hirondelles was the first to open in early April.
In their previous lives, John was a director of an import/distribution company, working with Chinese and Vietnamese factories supplying national retailers with consumer durables (there are only so many long haul flights one person can take in a lifetime); Tania was a receptionist at a busy dental practice in Stratford upon Avon.
Now based permanently on site, they have made Chez Fins Bois their home and are loving the slower pace of life.
Eventually there will be five fully renovated properties in this rural setting but, for 2016 at least, they will have three up and running, of which Les Hirondelles was the first to open in early April.
Why they chose this property
The second sunniest region in France, Charente Maritime is a beautiful place in which to spend a relaxing holiday.
Long clear straight Roman roads make driving a pleasure once again. Secluded villages selling local produce with small bars and bistros to explore.
The rolling countryside is a patchwork quilt of vineyards (grapes mainly destined to become Pineau or Cognac) interspersed with cornfields and sunflowers.
The long, unspoilt Atlantic beaches are not far away and within an hour's drive. La Rochelle is a beautiful historic port , the Aquarium is a superb attraction. St Martin Ile de Ré is stunning, reminiscent of Padstow, the bars and restaurants surrounding the marina are ideal for a relaxing lunchtime drink or an afternoon drink.
This is a historic region with palaeolithic settlements standing side by side with the Gallo Roman forts, arches and amphitheatres.
Cognac, Angoulême, Saint Jean d'Angely, Niort, Saintes are larger picturesque medieval towns all within easy reach.
The Church of Saint-Pierre d'Aulnay (French: Église Saint-Pierre d'Aulnay) is an important Medieval church on the pilgrim's way to Saint-Jacques de Compostelle. The Church is thought to have been built in 1120-1140.
However, why not just enjoy the gardens, pool, al-fresco dining and games and just relax in this peaceful setting
Long clear straight Roman roads make driving a pleasure once again. Secluded villages selling local produce with small bars and bistros to explore.
The rolling countryside is a patchwork quilt of vineyards (grapes mainly destined to become Pineau or Cognac) interspersed with cornfields and sunflowers.
The long, unspoilt Atlantic beaches are not far away and within an hour's drive. La Rochelle is a beautiful historic port , the Aquarium is a superb attraction. St Martin Ile de Ré is stunning, reminiscent of Padstow, the bars and restaurants surrounding the marina are ideal for a relaxing lunchtime drink or an afternoon drink.
This is a historic region with palaeolithic settlements standing side by side with the Gallo Roman forts, arches and amphitheatres.
Cognac, Angoulême, Saint Jean d'Angely, Niort, Saintes are larger picturesque medieval towns all within easy reach.
The Church of Saint-Pierre d'Aulnay (French: Église Saint-Pierre d'Aulnay) is an important Medieval church on the pilgrim's way to Saint-Jacques de Compostelle. The Church is thought to have been built in 1120-1140.
However, why not just enjoy the gardens, pool, al-fresco dining and games and just relax in this peaceful setting
Languages:
English, French
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