Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less) Corporate bookings
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car advised Wheelchair access Nearest amenities: 1 km
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children Adapted for wheelchair users No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
One of three recently completed, architect designed, conversions bordering the courtyard of a 170 year old Charentaise farmhouse. L'Hirondelle has two outdoor, fully equipped eating areas, its own private garden and barbeque all within 3 acres of delightful parkland, setting the scene for your carefree and relaxing stay in France. The sympathetic conversion has ensured the retention of much character, charm and original features in the creation of this superb, generously proportioned and well equipped gite.
Surrounded by fields of sunflowers and wheat, interspersed with woodland, the area is ideal for cycling and walking yet only 1 ½ miles from the village of Sauze Vaussais, with all facilities.
The Pool
Courtyard Patio
L'Hirondelle Lounge
Master Bedroom
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The Poitou-Charentes / Vendee / Deux Sevres region
Your holiday gite is located at the geographic centre of the Poitou-Charentes, an area of varied landscapes, Romanesque architecture and quaint villages, many of which nestle at the side of the beautiful Charente River. Famous for its cognac, pineau, seafood and goats cheeses (a signposted car goats’ cheese trail makes a good day out), the area is a gastronomic delight.
Your gite is within easy reach of the sandy beaches at La Rochelle and Royan and the lovely islands of Oleron, Aix and Re, some of which are suitable for surfing and water sports. Other major places of interest to visit for the whole family to enjoy include the famous theme park 'Futuroscope' at Poitiers, Vallee des Singes (a superb zoo for primates, all free living on separate islands)and the 'Marais Poitevin' ( the Green Venice ) a marshland area of great beauty with a labyrinth of waterways linking quaint villages through wetland forests where you can go canoeing, punting , cycling or just watch others labour as you enjoy lunch al fresco.
There are various other locations for canoeing, kayaking and dinghy sailing on sheltered lakes and along the River Charente and a variety of zoos, leisure parks and other attractions to entertain the whole family.
Medieval towns like Chauvigny, Confolens, Montmorillon (see where the bookmaking art was established and flourished), St.Jean d'Angely with cobbled streets and gothic towers and fine cities like Cognac,(pause perhaps for a guided tour of the Hennessy, Remy Martin or Courvoisier distilleries) the spa town of Rochefort and walled cathedral cities of Angouleme or Poitiers are just some of the many historical places of interest to visit for the day or simply to shop and take a leisurely lunch.
With it's wonderful warm and sunny climate,(Poitou Charentes enjoys the second best micro climate in France after Provence), sunflower fields and vinegrowing countryside, your holiday gite is ideally placed for visiting the many family attractions, historical buildings and Chateaux throughout the region.
Sauze Vaussais area
In Deux Sevres, closely bordering the departments of Charentes and Vienne, Sauze Vaussais is a village within easy reach of the N10. Markets are held twice weekly and the village is well provided with a range of shops and services including two boulangeries, a small hotel, bars and restaurant. There is an outdoor pool, tennis courts and small lake with picnic area, children's play area and walks. Close at hand are the towns of Civray and Ruffec, both on the river Charente, and ideal picnic spots.
How to get there
Autoroute/dual carriageway from channel ports to within 6 km of L'Hirondelle. (Shortest driving time 4 hrs from Caen / Le Havre ) Fly Ryanair from Stansted to Poitiers / La Rochelle / Limoges or E Midlands to Nantes / Limoges or Liverpool / Nantes. Easy jet fly Gatwick to La Rochelle or Bristol to La Rochelle. Fly Flybe from Birmingham / Glasgow / Southampton to La Rochelle, or Newcastle / Southampton to Limoges. Eurostar/ TGV can bring you within 10 kms of L'Hirondelle
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Poitiers: 50 km
Railway:
Saint Saviol: 10 km
Ferry:
Caen / Le Havre: 440 km
Activities near Sauze Vaussais
Sports: Tennis in town Waterpark Horse Riding Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Single beds (4), Double beds (1), Cots (2), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 8, Sleeps maximum of 6
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available. Adapted for wheelchair users.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Shared outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ, Swing set
Access:
Wheelchair access, Parking space
Further details indoors: This spacious, gite is entered through large French doors to an atrium rising full height to impressive, original oak timbers and a minstrel’s gallery. The open plan lounge complete with CD based hi fi system has an airy feel along with the kitchen and dining area comfortably seating 8 people. The kitchen is equipped with washing machine, fridge freezer, microwave and gas cooker. The gallery affords additional seating and views to front and rear of the property.
There is an impressive French king size double bedroom with traditional upholstered bed and matching furniture. One of the twin bedrooms has oak furniture typical of the area, with prettily co-ordinated furnishings. The second twin room is furnished in the French Basque style. The fully tiled bathroom comprises shower, vanity basin and wc, together with heated towel rail.
An additional en-suite ground floor double bedroom may be available with this property, making it suitable for eight and particularly wheelchair friendly.
Further details outdoors: L'Hirondelle has a private garden, barbecue, table and chairs and a courtyard patio also with table and chairs. The 10 x 5 metre, fully terraced shared pool is securely fenced, meeting all French safety standards. Sun loungers are provided. Within our 3 acre park, there are a wide range of plantings and a number of magnificent trees, several of which pre-date the house. Wildlife abounds in the area, you will certainly see birds of prey, rabbits, game birds and red squirrels. You may be fortunate enough to see badgers, foxes and deer.
Swings, table tennis, badminton and other games are available on site as well as a range of toddler toys. Adult bicycles are available to hire.
Further details
You will find a welcome pack including bread, milk, tea/coffee and a bottle of wine upon your arrival. Your British hosts live on site, speak French and will be happy to assist with any local info or problems that you may have.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
Jan - March 08
5 Jan 08
29 Mar 08
325£ 325
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1 Week
March - May 08
29 Mar 08
24 May 08
380£ 380
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May - June 08
24 May 08
21 Jun 08
495£ 495
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June - July 08
21 Jun 08
19 Jul 08
595£ 595
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July - Aug 08
19 Jul 08
30 Aug 08
850£ 850
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Aug - Sept 08
30 Aug 08
27 Sep 08
525£ 525
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Sept - Dec 08
27 Sep 08
20 Dec 08
325£ 325
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Dec - Jan 09
20 Dec 08
3 Jan 09
495£ 495
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1 Week
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. Prices shown are per gite per week. A 25% deposit is required in confirmation of a booking. A returnable security deposit of £150 is payable by the guest when the holiday balance is paid. (Normally 8 weeks prior to holiday start ).
All bed linen/towels ( excluding pool/beach towels ) are provided. Should a change be required, there will be a charge of £5 per person. Cot and high chairs are provided if required. All gites are provided with heating throughout. Should heaters be required however, there will be an additional charge. We ask that guests arrive no earlier than 16.00 hrs and that the gites are vacated by 10.00 hrs on day of departure. Changeover day for July/August is Saturday.
There is a local "taxe de sejour" of 20 centimes per person per night for all guests over 12 .
Please see our home web site for full terms & conditions.
Guestbook
"Thank you for a lovely relaxing sojourn in rural France. We leave you with batteries recharged and ready to face a more hectic lifestyle - we shall return!" - The Hawkes family -Hants
"Thank you for our lovely stay, the children thoroughly enjoyed the pool and gardens. It was great not to have to worry about where they were in this safe and peaceful retreat." - Alan & Tammy Lynch Bucks
"Keep a lookout for UFO's over the fields at night time. We HADN'T had too much to drink, Jean Pierre (the local farmer) agreed that he had seen it also!! - Claire & Sandy Dickson Beds
"The best gite we have ever stayed in - our privilege to be the first visitors." Sylvia & Ian Warburton Cheshire
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