Les Hirondelles
About the home
Welcome to Les Hirondelles. After years of big family holidays abroad in a range of Gites around France we made a decision to create our own ‘French experience’ and in 2004 bought a mere shell of a Farmhouse which we have painstakingly transformed into this spacious and extremely well-equipped holiday house which suits us down to the ground as we hope it will you.
An extremely well equipped, self-catering French farmhouse in tranquil location with private pool and large terrace for al fresco living. The large, partially covered terrace is perfect for long relaxing lunches as the children play in the garden, pool and games room (new for summer 2012). A perfect place for families and friends seeking relaxation. Ideally located for cycling, walking and exploring the Charente.
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| Size: | Sleeps up to 14, 5 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Royan & La Rochelle |
| Access: | Car advised Nearest amenities: 3km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Unsuitable 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, Video player, CD player, Pool / Snooker table, Table tennis, Games room |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 5 Bedrooms, 3 bathrooms of which 1 family bathroom, 1 en suite and 1 shower room |
| Furniture: | Single beds (6), Double beds (4), Cots (2), Dining seating for 14, Lounge seating for 8 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
The open plan living area consists of a lounge, fully equipped kitchen with electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher and plenty of storage cupboards. Just off this is the utility area which houses a large fridge freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer and from this access to the downstairs toilet.
Beyond the utility area is a living area sleeping up to six : a playroom on the ground floor with day bed & DVD, and staircase up to family bedroom with double bed, bunk beds, and a toddler bed if required . There is also an ensuite shower room.
From the open plan ground floor another staircase leads to an open landing and main bedroom area. A family room with double and single bed, a bunk room, and two further double rooms. The shower and bathroom are on this floor.
Further details outdoors:
There is a lot of space around Les Hirondelles. The large terrace runs the length of the house and is partially covered providing welcome shade. The views from the terrace are stunning especially when the adjacent field is a sea of sunflowers.
There's a built in barbecue and large table and chairs for outdoor dining. Within close proximity and view of the terrace is a 10 x 5 metre swimming pool with automated safety cover. There is a large grassed area and a selection of recliners and sun loungers for your use.
At the back of the house is a large parking area and a walled garden - ideal for an early evening glass of chilled rose.
And new for summer 2012 is a games room with snooker/pool table, table tennis, darts etc.
Further details
The swimming pool is open from end of May to mid October depending on weather.
Changeover day is Saturday though can be flexible if required.
Conditions
A refundable breakages deposit of £200 (payable with final balance and returned by cheque within a week of the end of the holiday on satisfactory report) is required.
A non refundable deposit of 20% is required to secure the booking with the remainder payable 8 weeks prior to commencement.
A rental contract will be provided and signed by both parties.
Property should be left in 'as found' condition on departure.
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The Poitou-Charentes / Vendee / Charente region


The Charente is easily accessible from the channel ports. The drive takes about 8 hours on the usually empty French roads. Poitiers, La Rochelle, Angouleme, Limoges, Bergerac and Bordeaux airports are all within easy reach. It's a very rural area with sleepy villages, fields of sunflowers, neat rows of vines and meandering rivers. The area is ideal for walking and cycling.
The Rouillac / Bonneville area
Rouillac is the closest town providing all the amenities required for a holiday - supermarkets, restaurants, pharmacy, doctors. outdoor pool, boules area etc. The ving-sept market is a true spectacle which occurs on the 27th of each month.
The nearest village is Gourville which has a general store, bakers and cafe. Aigre is a pretty town within easy reach which has markets, bars, restaurants, tennis courts etc.
There's horse riding, trips down the river, riverside restaurants a great water park (Nautilus) just outside Angouleme - lots to do!
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Poitiers |
| Railway: | Angouleme: 20 km |
| Ferry: | St Malo, Boulogne, Calais, Channel Tunnel |
Angouleme train station is approx. 30 minutes from the house.
Poitiers and La Rochelle airports are approximately an hour and a half’s drive away.
The journey time from Calais is 7 hours and we would be happy to recommend good stop-over places and service stations with the best facilities.
Car rental companies are located at all airports.
Activities near Rouillac
Tennis in town
Watersports
Waterpark
Horse Riding
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Cycling holidays
Guestbook for Les Hirondelles
'The house is ideal for large families or groups as even though we were three families at no time did we fell we were on top of each other.'
'the terrace makes the holidays for adults when the children are in bed.' (Richard Bleakley Northants.)
The view from the terrace is outstanding ......the peace broken only by the occasional passing of a tractor.'
(Tim Clark, Cambs)
'Good to see so much of the original building re-cycled into new, especially the magnificent beams in the spacious open plan living area.'
(Sue Mercer, Warwick)
Hi Stuart, can I just take this opportunity to thank you for providing us with the base for a wonderful holiday in France. The house was very spacious and comfortable and would say extremely well equipped. Thanks once again. (Needler family)
'The huge veranda provides welcome shade - perfect for long, indulgent lunches, looking out across the fields.'
(Fran Stretton, Edinburgh)
'The holiday was wonderful. We hope to return.' (Lisa Bate, Lichfield.)
Rental prices
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| Prices for group size 6 | ||||||
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| special rate off season | 1 Oct 11 | 30 Jun 12 | £ 700 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Prices for group size 10 | ||||||
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| special rate off season | 24 Sep 11 | 30 Jun 12 | £ 850 | - | - | 1 Week |
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| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| mid season | 3 Sep 11 | 1 Oct 11 | £ 1100 | - | - | 1 Week |
| low season | 1 Oct 11 | 24 Dec 11 | £ 900 | - | - | 1 Week |
| high season | 24 Dec 11 | 7 Jan 12 | £ 1500 | - | - | 1 Week |
| low season | 7 Jan 12 | 19 May 12 | £ 900 | - | - | 1 Week |
| mid season | 19 May 12 | 14 Jul 12 | £ 1250 | - | - | 1 Week |
| high season | 14 Jul 12 | 2 Sep 12 | £ 1650 | - | - | 1 Week |
| mid season | 2 Sep 12 | 29 Sep 12 | £ 1250 | - | - | 1 Week |
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
The special off season rates do not apply to Christmas and New Year - prices avaialble on request.
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