Cognac Retreat - Self-catering house in Charente-Maritime
Impasse de la Fontaine, 17520 Celles, Charente-Maritime
Poitou - Charentes,
Francia
It's wonderfully quiet in this tiny hamlet, but only ten minutes by car to Cognac if you need shops or restaurants. The homely 250 year old farmhouse, known as a 'longère' due to its shape, shows off its agricultural past: archways used to bring in hay and another opening where grapes were thrown in for pressing are now striking doors and windows. Olive green shutters, limestone walls and climbing roses add to the rustic charm. Gather by the old stone fireplace in the sitting room, or for meals in the open plan kitchen/dining room. From here spiral stairs lead to a mezzanine sleeping space, great for teenagers; three other bedrooms, one with its own en suite, have more privacy for grown-ups. Two shower rooms downstairs are good for rinsing off after a splash in the above ground pool in the garden. Pick figs, apples and plums in season - or raid the strawberry beds in return for some watering! Swing in the hammock, rustle up pizzas to cook in the wood-fired oven, or throw an impromptu BBQ. It's a country paradise: families, walkers, cyclists and birdwatchers will love it. Fishing, chateaux and vineyards nearby.
Características
- Wheelchair access
- At least one bedroom & bathroom accessible.
- Limited mobility
- At least one bedroom & bathroom accessible without steps.
- Children welcome
- Suitable for guests with children aged 3 and over.
- No smoking
- Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
- Credit cards
- Credit or debit card payment accepted.
- English spoken
- Host speaks English, whether perfectly or not.
- Air conditioning
- Some, if not all, bedrooms are air-conditioned.
- WiFi
- Wireless internet access available.
- Pets welcome
- Please let the owner know if you want to bring pets.
- Public transport
- Within 10 miles of a bus/train station.
- Working farm
- Or vineyard.
- Owner has pets
- Animals living on the property.
- Swimming pool
- On the premises.
- Bikes available
- On the premises to hire or borrow.
- Tennis court
- On the premises.
- Vegetarian meals
- Available on request.
- Licensed premises
- Alcohol may be served.
- Cash only
- Credit or debit card payment not accepted.
- Dogs welcome
- Dogs welcome in some public rooms.
- Handpumped ales
- Pub serves four or more handpumped ales.
- Wine list
- Pub serves eight or more wines by the glass.
- Food all day
- Food is served all day long.
- Babies welcome
- Suitable for guests with a baby or toddler under 3.
- Hot tub
- Available to all guests, but may require booking.
- Garden
- Grounds for guests to explore.
- Breakfast
- Available, but may come at extra cost.
- Self check-in
- Guests can arrive here and check in independently.
- EV charger
- Electric vehicle charging point.
Electricity included
Open fire / woodburner
Microwave oven
Central heating
Mobile reception
Television
Barbecue
Dishwasher
Cooked meals available
Washing machine
Restaurant within 3 miles
Shop within 3 miles
Pub within 3 miles
Relaxation areas
Breakfast available
Breakfast included
Oven
Hob
Spa on site
Bar on site
Free parking on site
Free parking nearby
Paid parking nearby
Local points of interest from John Warlow:
Puntos de interés sobre la región de
John Warlow:
- Please have a look at our recent photos and updates here: https://www.instagram.com/cognacretreat/
- When we bought our home in 2004, we wanted somewhere peaceful above all - a place to recharge, regroup and enjoy quality family time. We wanted an unspoilt rural landscape - vines, crops and rolling hills - in a secluded setting with Cognac town nearby.
- With the coast only 40 minutes away, and miles of countryside to walk or cycle on your doorstep, holidays are quintessentially français. The towns of Saintes and La Rochelle are within striking distance, as are the islands of Ré and Oléron, and Bordeaux.
- The house is spacious with generous living areas: the large well-equipped open-plan kitchen is a hub of activity, whereas the lounge with log burner is the place to settle down with a book and a drink. Bedrooms are cosy and there are plenty of bathrooms.
- Kids simply love it! The 5x3m pool is a source of endless amusement and fun. Badminton, swing ball, indoor games, UK TV and a DVD player also cater for most demands. Easy walks and bike rides through fields and woods too.
- We are dog friendly! As dog owners, we know how important it is to bring your dog on holiday with you. The garden is enclosed, we don't have any passing traffic, and there are miles of countryside and woodland walks to enjoy.
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Impasse de la Fontaine, 17520 Celles, Charente-Maritime
