Self-catering

L’Echappee Douce - Self-catering house in Charente-Maritime

1 route de Bois Biron Mortafond, 17510 Néré, Charente-Maritime
Poitou - Charentes, Francia

Rachel Page

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Unwind comfortably indoors, or out in the walled garden - fly a kite in the field, take a bike to taste local wines, head for the Atlantic

A very welcoming old farmhouse where the living is easy, outdoors and in. It’s the much-loved holiday home of English owners with a passion for music, cooking and French life in this peaceful hamlet, with its endless skies and vineyard views. Big windows and beamed ceilings, Charentaise stone and neutral paintwork, give an airy feel to the open-plan living area. Everything’s fresh and cared for: comfy sofas flank a grand fireplace, bookshelves proffer interesting novels; a friendly mix of traditional and modern furniture, with splashes of colour in paintings and fabrics. The kitchen is great, with surely all you’ll need; hanging pots and pans, cookery books galore, a pantry – cupboard doors made from old shutters. The rustic, comfy downstairs bedroom looks over open fields. A winding concrete stair leads to more cottagey rooms: the triple has space to play in, the double a super king-sized bed. In the walled garden there’s a stylish eating-out area shaded by sails; games room too with pool table, board games and jigsaws. Good local cycling, bikes to borrow, and your own field – for picnicking, flying a kite and kicking a ball.

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.

Instalaciones

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

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Perfectly positioned for walks along 'chemin blancs' - literally on your doorstep. We've got maps to help you find your bearings or just start walking and see where the day takes you. Take a bike out in the morning sunshine and bring home fresh croissants.
The local village of Néré (2 mins by car) is home to a friendly restaurant/bar with English speaking staff & there's a weekly visit from a fantastic food truck. Don't miss the incredible local markets - stalls piled high with delicious, fresh produce.
Catch dinner at the local trout lake, pick your own vegetables at the organic farm in nearby Angoulême, escape from the Maize Maze or make friends with a monkey at La Vallée des Singes.
Within an hour's drive of the Atlantic coast with beautiful sandy beaches. Enjoy the islands of Oléron and Ré or the very cosmopolitan, La Rochelle. Take a tour of Cognac's famous distilleries or cruise along the river at Saintes.
Small things matter. We can do your food shopping before your arrival or deliver everything you need for a first night BBQ. And there will always be a supply of the basics – washing up liquid, toilet roll, soap etc – so no need for a mad dash to the shops!
There are chateaux straight out of fairy tales, donkeys wearing traditional pyjamas & locally produced wines and cognac. Throw in an average of 2,600 hours of sunshine per year & you can feel sure that the region has plenty to offer for a perfect holiday!

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