Les Chênes
About the home
Ideal for families of all ages, with easy access to all amenities, including local shops and supermarkets, football pitch, tennis courts, cinema, boating lakes and water parks.
Quiet and peaceful yet only 40 minutes from Bordeaux to the south west and St.Emilion to the south. For days out visit the historic towns of Cognac, Saintes, Angouleme, and the picturesque seaside towns of Royan, with its famous zoo, and La Rochelle, one of the most beautiful places in France. It's old port still has the towers which used to protect it. A must is a visit to Aubetterre sur Dronne, one of the most beautiful villages in France. Not only is it beautiful but there is plenty to do, such as kayaking, tennis, swimming and visiting the historic monolithic church.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 7, 3 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Beau Vallon (beach lake), 2km |
| Will consider: | Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised Nearest amenities: 4km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire, DVD player |
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| General: | Central heating, TV, CD player, Table tennis, Games room, Safe, Satellite TV |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms of which 1 family bathroom and 1 en suite |
| Furniture: | Single beds (3), Double beds (2), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available |
| Access: | Secure parking |
Further details indoors:
Bright, spacious and tastefully presented throughout.
Exposed beams in 2 bedrooms and lounge.
American style, well equipped, open plan kitchen, dining room and split level lounge.
Separate utility room with dishwasher and fridge freezer.
Patio doors from 2 bedrooms, lounge and dining room onto separate terraces.
Extensive book, CD and DVD library.
2 TV's and Play Station 2 with games.
Les Chênes is open all year round. It is electrically heated with the added benefit of a log fire. The pool is also heated for all year round use.
Further details outdoors:
Floodlit pool and terrace.
Private outdoor pool
Pool and garden furniture.
Tyre swing in garden.
Garage and ample parking space.
Built in BBQ.
Covered and uncovered terrace.
Table football, table tennis, tennis and badminton equipment, Bicycles, boules,a set of golf clubs and garden games available.
Further details
Welcome pack provided on arrival.
English representatives on hand to answer any queries.
Pool and gardens attended once a week.
Conditions
25% of rental fee to secure the booking.
Remainder of fee due 6 weeks before your stay.
Refundable breakages deposit of £250 is required when remainder of fee is due. ( 6 weeks before stay)
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The Poitou-Charentes / Vendee / Charente Maritime region


On the Atlantic coast, between the châteaux and the castles of the Loire Valley and the Bordeaux vineyards, lies Poitou-Charentes, one of the sunniest parts of the French western coast. Its mild climate - 2,250 hours of sunshine per year - makes it perfect for a visit any time from early spring to late autumn. A 300 mile-long coastline offers fine sandy beaches and is backed by fragrant pine forests.
Within a short drive of the world famous St Emilion château the region produces some of the best wines in France with the local 'producteurs' are only too pleased for you to visit and enjoy a tasting session. Cognac (an hour away) offers a further opportunity to sample local world famous brandy.
Also an hour away is Royan which has five beaches sheltered from the prevailing westerlies, ideal for bathers and all those who enjoy building sand castles - there is also an opportunity to enjoy the local fish restaurants and visit Royan's world famous Zoo.
Aubeterre Sur Dronne, which is a 40 minute drive away, is "one of the most beautiful villages in France". It has a vast Monolithic church carved into the cliffs.
The Montguyon area
Montguyon itself was originally a fortified castle town, now it is a bustling market town and on the first Wednesday of every month the streets are lined with stalls selling some fantastic fresh local produce. There is a lively Monday morning market each week in nearby Chalais where the English community gather together. Another good market to visit is in Coutras, on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Montguyon and the surrounding area offer a great choice of restaurants, bars, shops, bakers, butchers and banks.
On the outskirts of Montguyon there is a recreational lake (Beau Vallon), the water is very clean for swimming and boating. There is also a restaurant, snack bar and a children's play area.
Montguyon is ideally situated to explore the beauty of south west France.
In August there is a medieval celebration which is held every second weekend.
Close by there is a leisure park, "Le Paradou", at Parcoul, which is ideal for families. It boasts a beach lake with pedalo's, crazy golf, go- carting, trampolining, waterslide, billiards and table tennis to keep the kids happy and a bar and restaurant to keep the big kids happy. Admission is free.
Another local beach lake and restaurant at Guizengeard hosts jet skiing and Quad biking.
There is a Formula 3 race track and karting track and restaurant just opened this year, 2009, within 15mins of Les Chenes.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Bordeaux: 73 km |
| Railway: | Montendre: 19 km |
| Ferry: | St Malo: 502 km |
Direct flights from UK:
Bordeaux - (50 minutes from villa). British Airways, Flybe, Bmibaby, Aer Lingus, EasyJet.
Bergerac - (1hr 30mins). Flybe, Ryanair.
Limoges - (2hrs). Ryanair, Flybe.
La Rochelle - (1hr 45mins). Ryanair, Flybe.
Ferries from UK:
Calais - (7hrs 30mins). P&O, SeaFrance.
Cherbourg - (6hrs 30mins). Brittany Ferries, Condor Ferries, Irish Ferries.
Le Havre - (6hrs). LD Lines.
Roscoff - (6hrs 20mins). Brittany Ferries, Irish Ferries.
St-Malo - (5hrs 30mins). Brittany Ferries, Condor Ferries.
We would recommend that you book your car hire when you book your flights, as this is the cheapest way and avoids any unnecessary surprises on availability and cost when you arrive.
Activities near Montguyon
Tennis in town
Watersports
Waterpark
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Beach or lakeside relaxation
Cycling holidays
Guestbook for Les Chênes
"Absolutely stunning, will certainly be back". - Paul Hopper and kids - Spain.
"The house was fantastic, pool was great, everything about it was perfect". - Jackie, Alex & Oscar - Liverpool.
" The villa is perfect and was a complete home from home, we had a lovely holiday". - Karen & family - Scotland.
" The best equipped we have ever been in, terrific, had a wonderful time". - Ian & Justine - London.
" We had a lovely holiday at your amazing house. We loved the area, visited lots of places and tasted a few of the local wines. I will definitely recommend your house to our friends and hope to visit again ourselves someday". - Adrienne Miller & family - West Sussex.
"Your house is a delight and well equipped and we feel rested and refreshed having had some very hot weather in which to enjoy the pool". - Anne, Gary, Lizzie & Neil - Belgium.
"We thoroughly enjoyed our holiday in France at Les Chênes, and would look to go there again in the future. Many thanks again for the use of your lovely home in France". - Chris & Pauline - East Sussex.
"The high quality accommodation along with the games, books and garden all combined to make Les Chenes the perfect holiday location". - Paul Nayyar - Bedfordshire.
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 7 | ||||||
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| Low Season | 29 Jan 11 | 3 Apr 11 | £ 400 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Mid Season | 3 Apr 11 | 2 Jul 11 | £ 800 | - | - | 1 Week |
| High Season | 2 Jul 11 | 3 Sep 11 | £ 1200 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Mid Season | 3 Sep 11 | 1 Oct 11 | £ 800 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Low Season | 1 Oct 11 | 31 Mar 12 | £ 400 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Mid Season | 31 Mar 12 | 30 Jun 12 | £ 800 | - | - | 1 Week |
| High Season | 30 Jun 12 | 1 Sep 12 | £ 1200 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Mid Season | 1 Sep 12 | 29 Sep 12 | £ 800 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Low Season | 29 Sep 12 | 30 Mar 13 | £ 400 | - | - | 1 Week |
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Weekly prices include:-
Freshly laundered bed linen, bath towels and pool towels supplied.
Bed linen laudered, beds changed and house cleaned at end of stay.
A welcome pack on your arrival with all the basics and of course wine to kick start your holiday.
Cots and high chairs can be made available on request at no extra charge.
We can supply cot bedding, however, we realise you may prefer to bring your child's favourite blankets etc.
Refundable £250 security deposit required with final balance payment.
We can accept payments by cheque in GBP.
Availability
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