Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less) Hen or stag parties Corporate bookings
Changeover day:
Sat
Access:
Car advised Wheelchair access Nearest amenities: 7 km
Notes:
May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Les Planes is located in the tiny hamlet of Souffrignac, surrounded by sunflower and maize fields. The friendly house benefits from a very peaceful environment with lots of local birdlife, yet is only 6km from shops, bars, markets and many superb restaurants the region is famed for. English owners live on site for advice and guidance on making the most of your stay.
Les Planes is an ideal place for relaxing family holidays. The large mature garden has its own 10 x 5m fenced pool and a huge wooden table for al fresco dining. The interior of the house is light and airy and the large farmhouse kitchen opens out onto the south facing garden.
With a family bathroom, 3 double bedrooms and a single upstairs, and a twin bedroom and shower room downstairs (and a whole host of baby equipment available) there is planty of space for 2 or more families to enjoy this superb house and all this beautiful region has to offer.
Stunning farmhouse with private pool in unspoilt countryside
Farmhouse kitchen with french doors to garden
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The Poitou-Charentes / Vendee / Charente region
The Charente gets the second highest amount of sunshine in the whole of France! Rich in history, and with glorious open countryside combined with superb cuisine, make this area extremely popular with holiday makers. There are chateaux, vineyards, working mills, leisure lakes, prehistoric caves and ancient churches to discover.
The beautiful towns of Perigueux, Brantome with it's 11th century abbey and Aubeterre with its famed monolithic caves are all within an hours drive - for shopping, sight seeing and dining in the many pavement cafe's.
We are just 30 minutes from Angouleme, an historic walled city rich in cartoon history. Home to the National Comics and Image Centre and host to many festivals, including the vintage car rally in September, Ludoland and Gourmet Food and Wine in November and the International Comic Strip in January.
Gognac, with its world famous distilleries can be reached within an hour, and we are approximately 2 hours away from the nearest coast,Royan, with its blue flag beaches, La Palmyre Zoo and great seafood restaurants.
Angouleme / Souffrignac area
This is a truly wonderful corner of the world! Peace and tranquility abound, with little traffic on the sleepy, country lanes. Les Planes is 2km from the hamlet of Souffrignac, with it's farm museum, water mill and organic gardens. For those looking for a rural idyll, a natural paradise far from the madding crowd - look no further. Yet there are so many things to see and do! The house is located on the edge of the Perigord/Limousin national park on the Charente/Dordogne border - making it a perfect base for exploring both departments.
The lively market towns of Montbron, Nontron, Piegut, Marthon and La Rochefoucauld (with its stunning chateau) offer restaurants, shops, brocantes and many festivals in the summer months. Try one of the chocolatiers, or buy some Limoges pottery or perhaps some locally grown, super fresh produce from one of the many bustling markets. Visit one of the mills for walnut oil, or visit a farm shop for some foie gras or locally produced pineau.
For the active minded there are several golf courses in the area, along with horse riding, go-karting, tennis, fishing and mountain bike trails. There are organized walks, and parks and gardens open to the public.
You are never far from a river in the Charente - great for canoeing, boat trips or picnics. Nautilus, a water park with pools and slides is near Angouleme.
How to get there
* Budget airline Ryanair flies into Limoges, Angouleme, Poitiers, Bergerac from many Uk airports * BMI Baby flies into Bordeaux (approx 2 hours) * Euro Star from Waterloo - Lille - Angouleme (approx 25km) * Car hire available at all airports and train stations. www.hertz.com * Travel directions will be sent to all guests
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Limoges: 60 km
Railway:
Angouleme: 25 km
Ferry:
St Malo: 515 km
Activities near Angouleme
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats
Facilities
Luxuries:
DVD player
General:
Central heating, TV, Video player, CD player, Satellite TV
Single beds (3), Double beds (3), Cots (2), Dining seating for 9, Lounge seating for 9, Sleeps maximum of 9
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Wheelchair access, Parking space
Further details indoors: * Kitchen is exceedingly well stocked with crockery and utensils and has a double sink and large range style gas oven. Indoor and outdoor washing lines plus ironing facilities * We provide a large selection of english books, games, cd's and dvd's for your enjoyment * There is a playstation and selection of games provided plus english satellite tv * Many original features throughout the house - oak flooring, and magnificent staircase * The main bedrooms have original wooden flooring and are south facing with pool views * Downstairs twin room has french doors leading out to the west of the garden - perfect for catching the fabulous sunsets! * The single bedroom upstairs adjoins a double bedroom * All bedrooms have wardrobes, mirrors, fans, bedside tables with reading lamps, shutters, curtains and power points * We can provide cots, high chairs, changing mat, baby monitor system, stair gate, children's cutlery, toy box, potty, step and buggy for our younger guests. * The bathroom is fully tiled with bath, basin and bidet. Separate wc. Hairdrier supplied * The huge shower is fully tiled with heated towel rail, wash basin and shaving point. Separate wc. * All beds are made up on arrival. We provide all house linen and towels, but no pool towels.
Further details outdoors: * Gas bbq, boules and badminton provided * 8 cushioned sun loungers, garden furniture and parasols provided * The 10 x 5m pool is securely fenced and for your private use * Horses and shetland pony on site * Superb views in every direction * South facing garden is a real sun trap, but with shaded area at the bottom
Further details
* Substantial welcome pack provided free of charge including wine and beer * Young english owners live next door with 2 children, 2 friendly dogs and 3 horses. We can offer help and advice for house hunters, renovations or general holiday information * Downstairs twin bedroom is accessible by wheel chair and door openings are extremely wide * Les Planes is available all year - please enquire for longer term or weekend rates with owner
Conditions
* Well behaved dogs may be permitted - please enquire with owners * Smoking is permitted in the gardens and outdoor area's * We require a damage deposit of £200 to be paid on arrival. This will be refunded within 7 days following a satisfactory property inspection * Bookings to be made by credit card. We require 50% at the time of booking with the balance due 8 weeks before the start of your holiday
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Nightly rate
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October - December
19 Oct 07
22 Dec 07
350£ 350
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125125
Flexible
January - April
5 Jan 08
26 Apr 08
350£ 350
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125125
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May
26 Apr 08
25 May 08
500£ 500
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125125
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June
25 May 08
28 Jun 08
650£ 650
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125125
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July - August
28 Jun 08
31 Aug 08
1000£ 1,000
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September
31 Aug 08
27 Sep 08
650£ 650
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125125
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October - December
27 Sep 08
20 Dec 08
350£ 350
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125125
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. * Christmas and New Year weeks are £600 per week * Half term and Easter weeks are £500 per week * Change over day is a Saturday. The property will be ready for you at 4pm. * 50% deposit is required on booking with the balance due 8 weeks in advance of your holiday * Payment made by credit card. There is a £30 surcharge for cheques. * A £200 damage deposit cheque is required on arrival * All heating costs, gas, electricity and maid service each Saturday is included. * Additional maid service and baby sitting by request
Guestbook
This is certainly a piece of paradise and you ALL make it so special. We'll miss you and look forward to more magical times here. The Anderton Family, Herts.
We have discovered an oasis, full of calm and relaxation. Time has stood still for two wonderful weeks. The children have loved every minute of the pool, garden and brilliant hide and seek destinations in this great house. The grown ups have simply chilled and enjoyed the fabulous company of our hosts Neil and Sara. The Wiles Families - Bristol and Cheltenham.
The kids were so excited when we told them where we were going. It was lovely to see you again and thank you so much for such a lovely, warm welcome. The Ryan Family, Essex
A great place. Fantastic for the children and babies, and a real hideaway for the parents! Very relaxing - wish we could stay longer. The Morris Families, Suffolk
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