La Rose des Vents is ideally located to explore the ancient streets of Cognac, where you can have a guided tour of the great Cognac Houses or enjoy a river trip on a 'Gabare' (historic flat bottomed boat). Roman Saintes with its famous amphitheatre is just half an hour away, as is Pons, a medieval town where you can climb the 12th century keep. 40 mins will take you to the walled town of Angouleme and Bordeaux and St Emilion are within easy reach. Visit the Old Port of La Rochelle where you can linger in a quayside restaurant or wander the ancient arcaded shopping streets. Royan is one of France's leading seaside resorts, with safe golden beaches, and from here you can drive along the Cote Sauvage, where you will find the Zoo de La Palmyre. Don't forget to take the toll bridge to the Il de Re and wander through this unspoilt island with whitewashed houses, gardens full of hollyhocks and bustling harbours lined with cafes and restaurants.
This is delightful driving country and the resident owners have owned classic cars for over 25 years, and have put together a range of scenic tours which will take you off the beaten track though vineyards and picturesque villages to the Dordogne, Charente, Charente Maritime and the Bordeaux regions.
If you would like to experience a drive through the vineyards in an open top sports car, the owners offer a complimentary ride in one of their 4 seater Morgan sports cars, during your stay.
.. and if you are a keen classic car enthusiaste it is possible to hire one from a range of classic cars during your stay. Please see the owners website.
Each cottage has a welcome folder brimming with ideas of places to visit, cognac, pineau and wine tasting, dates for local markets and restaurants to try . We are always happy to make any reservations for you
Whether you enjoy exploring this beautiful region, soaking up the atmosphere in the local cafes and restaurants, a game of golf, sampling the local cuisine and cognac/pineau tasting, a family holiday with the children or just chilling out, you can be assured of a warm welcome at La Rose des Vents.
Other Activities:
Scenic drives through picturesque countryside to unspoilt villages in the Charente,Dordogne and Bordeaux regions. Classic car tours and car hire.