Near La Rochelle and beaches 20 mins — Property 94421

Near La Rochelle and beaches 20 mins

We are situated in the Charente Maritime on the west coast of France. Nearby are the historic towns of La Rochelle and Rochefort. This area is rich in History with many forts, Romanesque churches, castles and Chateau. Sandy beaches just 20 mins. The 17th century Farmhouse and Pigeonnier have recently been renovated to a very high standard. We are surrounded by rolling countryside with fields of sunflowers and wheat, close to a pretty Charentaise village with local shop, bar, post office and famously local restaurant specializing in local cuisine. Nearby there’s fishing, cycling, pony riding and lovely country walks. The Pigeonnier:- Studio style accommodation, self contained on one level, lounge area with a double bed settee, tv, dvd player, large fireplace with a woodburner, a separate well equipped kitchen and shower room. Large double bed, mezzanine that can sleep upto 2 children. Outside there are table and chairs, bbq, large garden, children's play area and free hire of cycles.

Details for unit_81750 in France

The Pigeonnier has been renovated in 2005, it has modern facilities with a mix of modern and Antique French furniture giving it a contemporary French feel. The Pigeonnier is spacious with high beamed ceilings and traditional exposed stone walls, in the summer feels cool against the hot summer days.

Location Landrais La Rochelle - Surgeres area < Charente-Maritime < Poitou-Charentes < France

Landrais La Rochelle - Surgeres area < Charente-Maritime < Poitou-Charentes < France

 marks the location of this property in La Rochelle - Surgeres area

Availability for unit_81750 in France

Last updated on:

Thursday, 04 September 2008

Changeover day:

Saturday

Normal availability

all year

Rental rates for unit_81750 in France

^*Please Note: The owner of this property accepts payment in the original currency specified, before use of conversion tool. The conversion tool is provided for your convenience only. The owner may accept other currencies if specifically agreed in advance.

Notes to the rental rates

• One set of bed linen per bed provided.
  Towels on request.
  Teatowels provided.
  
• There is a supplement for heating for out of season lets in the Pigeonnier (optional).
  
• Security deposit of £100 or 140 euro's required (refundable).
  We request that guests leave by 10.00 am and new guest arrive after 4.00 pm.
  

Accommodation and Facilities for unit_81750 in France

What's on?

Antique Markets (brocantes) & Car boots (vide greniers) usually most weekends from April to October. May:- 1-3 45th International sailing week, 8 May Fishing port festival on the old port of La Rochelle, 12 May Large brocante at Vergeroux 500exp, 8-24 May Great Atlantic Crossing, 10-12 May International sailing dinghies, 24-25 May Calvalcade of floats, bands & fun fairs in La Rochelle, June:- 27-7 July International film festival, July :- 11-16 Francofolies music festival, 19-25 July Figaro race, 19-26 July Summer Theatre Festival, theatre, tales, dance, puppet shows, August:- 14-16 Jazz festival, 29-7 September Trade fair, September:- 10-15 Grand Pavios boat show and firework display in the evening, 27-28 September International French Scrabble competition, November:- 30 Marathon of La Rochelle,

Pony riding

Pony Riding at Toucherit (10min walk away). 1 hour ride from 15euro's 1/2 day from 30 euro's, 2 hours of riding. 1 day from 40 euro's ( picnic not included), 2 hours of riding in the morning and 2 hours in the afternoon.

French Lessons & Art lessons

We can organise private French lessons during your stay by the hour, either on your own or as a family group for all levels, beginners/more advanced, conversation/conjugations. Please ask for details. In the village of Landrais there is an artist studio, it's possible to arrange an hours lesson in painting 20 euro's per hour (it would be ideal if you have a good level of French).