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Langlade is an old farm/distillery situated in a peaceful hamlet between the village of Cravans and the town of Gemozac. It has been sympatheticallly renovated and converted to offer four fully equipped individual houses. The properties were completed in 2006 and 2007 and were let for the first time in 2007 with the exception of Le Palmier whcih is being let for the first time in 2008. The properties can be let individually or together (see separate details or contact Owners). All the houses have been renovated and completed to an extremely high standard and are newly furnished and equipped. All four properties have their own private gardens with terraces for outdoor dining.Wooden outdoor furniture,parasols and BBQs are provided. The magnificent pool at Langlade (16 metres x 10 metres)is set in its own terraced, fenced enclosure with security gate to comply with French regulations .It is situated 35 metres away from the houses so that late bathers do not interfere with romantic outdoor suppers. Langlade also possesses a dedicated Games Room ( 10 metres x 9 metres) ,located near the pool, for those not so sunny days.It is equipped with table tennis, French table football and Gym equipment.On those balmy evenings enjoy a game of boules on Langlades boules courts in the shade of the century old Walnut trees or simply enjoy strolling around Langlade's two acres of grounds. For the younger (and perhaps not so young) children Langlade provides a play area offering trampoline (with safety net),swings and slides. Le Platane, Langlade is a spacious three bedoom two bathroom house with its own private terrace perfect for a single family. There are various other attractions to suit all age groups.
Langlade is set in its own grounds of approximately two acres and includes a 16 x 10 metre swimming pool in its own enclosure [conforming to the new French regulations], a 10 x 9 metre separate Games Room with covered terrace and a dedicated Petanque court. There are various other attractions to suit all age groups.
The nearest shops, boulangerie, patisserie, supermarket are but a 20 minute walk away in Gemozac. There are various regular markets throughout the area.
The beautiful safe sandy beaches and coves of Merschers, Saint Georges de Didonne and Royan are 15 -20 minutes drive away. The historic towns of Saintes or Pons are both 20 minutes away. Within an hour you can be in the beautiful ancient port of La Rochelle, the famous vineyards of Bordeaux or the city itself.
Le Platane - Exterior
Le Platane - Sitting Room/Dining Area
Le Platane - Master Bedroom
Le Platane - Kitchen
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The Poitou-Charentes / Vendee / Charente Maritime region
Our houses are located in the country side between the towns of Gemozac and Cozes. They are only a 15 minute drive from the extensive sandy beaches of Royan and St. Georges de Didonnes and the smaller more intimate coves of the Gironde Estuary. Further afield is the beautiful Ile de Re. The region of Charente Martime has its own micro climate (due to the effects of the Gulf Stream) and as a result receives the second highest number of sunshine hours of any region of France. There are many spectacular sights and places to visit including the Medoc, Bordeaux, La Rochelle, Talmont, St. Emilion, La Palmyre Zoo amongst others.
Gemozac / Langlade area
The Area is well appointed for local shops, bars, restaurants and markets in the towns of Gemozac, Cozes, Saintes and Royan. These towns also hold weekly fantastic markets.
There is a corn maze in nearby Cravans and a children's activiity centre in Gemozac.
The area is also renowned for its oyster and seafood generally. Marennes which is north of Royan is a famous oyster centre.
Mortagne-sur-Gironde, Port on the Estuary A unique site, with its yachting marina and fishing port backed by high white cliffs, with polders protected by a sea wall. Mortagne-sur-Gironde, is an ideal place to visit to get a wider appreciation and knowledge of the estuary of the Gironde. Mortagne has a long harbour history. It was an embarkation port for the pilgrims, then for the emigrants due to leave for Canada and it was a well-known fishing port for sturgeon. A few kilometres before Mortagne, you will drive through Saint-Seurin-d’Uzet, with its port practically in the centre of the village and once famous for the fishing of sturgeon and the production of caviar from eggs of the female sturgeon. On the headland one has a quasi-aerial view of the port and the channel which connects it to the Gironde, the marshes, the estuary and on the opposite bank, the Médoc vineyard. The marshes begin at the foot of the eroded cliffs and extend to the Gironde
The Ile de Re is a very popular tourist destination. The island is noted to have a constant light breeze, and the water temperature is generally cool. The island is surrounded with gently sloping, sandy beaches, which are a real treat for families and tourists. The island is covered by bicycle tracks, with many residents rarely using cars for transportation. Night life consists of going to Saint Martin, the main port, or to La Flotte, to walk along the quays and to potter around the shops, which are open very late. Restaurants abound. At night, visitors can also watch the buskers, have a drink and enjoy the island's delicious artisanal ice cream, all set in a family-friendly atmosphere.
Royan The Central Market (Marché central) was built in 1955. It is a round shell in concrete eight centimetres in thickness veil. It rests on thirteen peripheral support points without any internal pillar. The market is open every Sunday. The Park of the "Jardins du monde" The jardins du monde ( gardens of the world ) is vast all 7,5 hectares situated in border of the swamp of Pousseau, in the North of the city.
Talmont peninsula is very pretty and a must for a visit. It is quite a tourist attraction with its small lanes (prohibited to vehicles) and hollyhocks bloom on the verges. It has many small gift shops and a very old church high on the headland overlooking the sea.
Pons is situated just the other side of the A10. It has wonderful Donjon [Keep] located in the centre of the town and which allows for fabulous view across the countryside. It has many chic shops and a theatre and exudes charm.
Saintes: is the nearest large town. It was the first capital of Aquitaine during the Gallo-Roman age. Saintes is a town rich in monuments from medieval times. Famous monuments include the Roman Amphitheatre, constructed in about 40 AD, the Arch of Germanicus, erected in 18-19 AD, the Archeological Museum which houses the rich collections of architectural elements and sculptures from the 1st to 3rd centuries. The Abbaye aux Dames, Saint Peter's Cathedral and the Saint Eutrope Basilica give remarkable testimony of the renewal of the importance of Saintes during the Middle Ages. Saintes is a particularly lovely town with plenty of shops, restaurants and cafes. It is also possible to take boat trips on the river. There is a fantastic market on the first Monday of the month.
Cognac The town of Cognac is obviously best known for its ‘digestif’. The town's medieval quarter "Vieux Cognac" runs from the Tours Saint-Jacques, alongside the river, up to the Saint-Léger church. The area contains many unusual buildings, built between the 15th and 18th centuries, situated on narrow cobbled streets. The town gives its name to one of the world's best-known types of brandy or eau de vie. Drinks that bear this name must be made in certain areas around the town of Cognac and must be made according to strictly-defined regulations in order to be granted the name Cognac.
La Rochelle The historic port, from which pioneers sailed to explore a brave new world, now has a marina which beckons weekend sailors back to shore. The busiest yachting centre on the French Atlantic coast, the old harbour is overseen by twin fortress towers. Climb the 15th century tower and former prison, the Tour de la Lanterne, for a view over the town. See the ornate facade of the 16th century Hotel de Ville. Perhaps spend some time at the fantastic modern Aquarium (the largest in Europe or the New World Museum).
Rochefort between 1670 and 1800 hundreds of ships were built at Rochefort including the Hermione, aboard which La Fayette embarked for America. An exact replica of The Hermione is now being rebuilt using traditional tools and techniques. The beautiful Chateau de la Roche Courbon nearby is well worth a visit. Called "Sleeping Beauty's Castle" by Pierre Loti, it was built in the 15th Century and embellished in the 17th Century.
Bordeaux: Bordeaux is the most famous wine region in the world. Most visitors come to the city and its surrounds to tour the chateaux, imbibe the world-class wines and indulge in the regional cuisine, but Bordeaux offers much more. The city is also known for its excellent museums, cafes and restaurants and vibrant nightlife. Wide avenues, neoclassical architecture and well-tended parks all give the city a certain 18th-century grandeur. It's also fantastic for shopping. Bordeaux's wine-growing region stretches for 1000 sq km (390 sq mi) around the city, and is divided into 57 appellations (unique production areas), with around 500 chateaux, or vineyards. There are two key areas of attraction, the Medoc and St Emilion. The Medoc, a large wine-growing area which lies northwest of Bordeaux, along the western shore of the Gironde Estuary. This is easily accessible by car ferry from Blaye or from Royan. In fact the round trip makes a great day out - crossings are around 25 minutes.
St Emilion: The village and vineyards of St-Emilion, to the east of Bordeaux are well worth a visit. St-Emilion is a medieval town with steep hilly cobbled streets running through ancient limestone buildings. The cobbled streets link picturesque squares, and the distinctive honey-coloured stone makes St Emilion a beautiful town, but also a magnet for visitors. In the 8th century a hermit from Brittany, Emilion, settled in a cave that contained a natural spring. Over the next 500 years this cave was hollowed and enlarged and is now the largest monolithic church in France (hollowed from a single rock). This amazing chapel overlooks the main square and culminates in a spire that soars more than 200 feet.
There is so many wonderful sights to see in the area, you can relax and enjoy the ambiance or your can go walking, cycling, golfing, sailing, horse riding, swimming, fishing, tennis .. its just trying to fit it all in...
How to get there
Our houses are easily reached by car or by air.
By Air British Airways and Air France fly from main airports into Bordeaux BMIBaby Manchester to Bordeaux Birmingham to Bordeaux Easyjet Bristol to La Rochelle Luton to Bordeaux. Flybe Birmingham to La Rochelle & Bergerac Southampton to La Rochelle, Bordeaux, Bergerac and Limoges Bristol to Bordeaux & Bergerac Norwich to Bordeaux Exeter to Bergerac Leeds Bradford to Bergerac Ryanair Stansted to La Rochelle & Poitiers Dublin to La Rochelle East Midlands to Limoges & Bergerac Liverpool to Limoges & Bergerac
By Car
Our houses are about 4 hours' drive from St Malo, 5 hours from Le Havre or 7 hours from Calais. The motorway brings you into Charente Maritime is the A10 The best route from Calais is via Boulogne, Rouen, Le Mans and Tours - simply follow the signs and you can't go wrong. It's the motorway all the way (apart from going around Rouen) and brand new roads make the drive a pleasure and quicker than the route via Paris.
Directions:
From North (A10): Take exit 36 off the A10 (signed Pons) and follow the road to Gemozac (D732).
If you arrive by air from Bordeaux, the directions are as follows: From South (A10): Take exit 36 off the A10, which is sign posted Pons and follow the directions above.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
La Rochelle: 75 km
Railway:
Pons: 15 km
Activities near Gemozac
Sports: Tennis in town Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
DVD player
General:
TV, CD player, Table tennis, Games room, Satellite TV
Further details indoors: Le Platane has been renovated to an extremely high standard with ceramic tiled floors on the ground floor and polished wooden floors on the first floor.It enjoys vaulted ceilings on the first floor with exposed beams
Conditions
A non-refundable deposit of 25% is payable on booking,with the balance plus a security deposit payable 8 weeks prior to start date. Please see the owners website for full terms and conditions. Langlade is a non smoking property Discounts are available for bookings of three weeks or more per house. Bed linen and towels can be provided upon request prior to arrival at an additional cost of £10 per person per week.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Prices are subject to change at the owners discretion.
Changeover Day is Saturday.
Linen not included but available at cost of £15 per person per week.
Guestbook
Thanks very much for use of the house at Langlade. We very much enjoyed our week. The site, the house, facilities and general presentation were all excellent – D.R.
Finally taking the time to thank you for a lovely holiday. The house was beautiful and very well equipped. Once again thank you we have had a lovely time and will definitely recommend you to friends.V.S.
Just a quick email to say that we all really enjoyed our holiday at Langlade and are considering re-booking for next summer. The properties are great !S.P.
Just wanted to say thank you for providing us with great accommodation in which to enjoy our holiday. We are all very disappointed to be home especially as the weather started to really improve as we were getting ready to leave !
We were very impressed with Langlade. You have made a fabulous job renovating it. We thought the pool was brilliant. We would certainly recommend your properties to friends and hope to visit Langlade again. K.H.
‘Hello David just to say how much we enjoyed our stay at Langlade and despite the long drive it was worth it when the sun came out! We thought everything was lovely in the house and tried to leave it in good shape. L.E.
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