10/10 Excellent
Vivien F.
18 Aug 2023
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Vivien F.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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Modern Charentais gîtes, heated pool, free wifi. Kids can be kids & adults relax
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 292 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Néré, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
- Pigeonnier d'Aulnay12 min drive
- Hennessy Cognac Company50 min drive
- Château de Cognac50 min drive
- Cognac (CNG-Chateaubernard)59 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Modern Charentais gîtes, heated pool, free wifi. Kids can be kids & adults relax
In 2018, we added heating to our outdoor, seasonal pool. This has proved to be extremely popular, you may never want to get out. Pool open from 1st June trend September (weather depending)
Our family run business has everything you could need for a perfect holiday. You can escape from the hustle and bustle and make this holiday haven your home from home.
In addition to La Forge there are 3 other well equipped, newly renovated gîtes from which to choose, (Les Hirondelles 10280453, Les Vignes 10280468 and L'Ecurie 10280471) all offer self-catering facilities, use of the shared pool and beautiful gardens that are just waiting to be explored. Our four gîtes are available all year round:
Totally renovated in 2018, this one bedroom fully equipped gîte is ideal for couples who just want to relax.
A ground floor double bedroom with en suite shower room and WC is designed to be both welcoming and comfortable. A kitchen dining area will enable you to prepare meals and dine in comfort and style.
The mezzanine salon has a small library and a lounging area with free to air French and UK TV.
There is a shared, heated pool which is open from late May until late September, the extensive gardens offer shaded seating areas where you can simply relax and while away the hours.
Our family run business has everything you could need for a perfect holiday. You can escape from the hustle and bustle and make this holiday haven your home from home.
In addition to La Forge there are 3 other well equipped, newly renovated gîtes from which to choose, (Les Hirondelles 10280453, Les Vignes 10280468 and L'Ecurie 10280471) all offer self-catering facilities, use of the shared pool and beautiful gardens that are just waiting to be explored. Our four gîtes are available all year round:
Totally renovated in 2018, this one bedroom fully equipped gîte is ideal for couples who just want to relax.
A ground floor double bedroom with en suite shower room and WC is designed to be both welcoming and comfortable. A kitchen dining area will enable you to prepare meals and dine in comfort and style.
The mezzanine salon has a small library and a lounging area with free to air French and UK TV.
There is a shared, heated pool which is open from late May until late September, the extensive gardens offer shaded seating areas where you can simply relax and while away the hours.
Property manager
Tania and John Clegg
Languages
English, French
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Nere
Located in Nere, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Museum of Saint Jean d'Angely and Museum of Art History are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Pigeonnier d'Aulnay and Eglise Saint-Pierre d'Aulnay. La Moutarderie Charentaise and Zoodyssée Animal Park are also worth visiting. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.
Néré, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
What's nearby
- Pigeonnier d'Aulnay - 12 min drive - 10.3 km
- Eglise Saint-Pierre d'Aulnay - 12 min drive - 10.9 km
- Dampierre-sur-Boutonne Castle - 22 min drive - 19.9 km
- Hennessy Cognac Company - 50 min drive - 41.9 km
- Château de Cognac - 50 min drive - 41.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Le Relais d'Aulnay - 10 min drive
- Pub St Jaques - 10 min drive
- Laché Eric - 6 min drive
- O Kass Dal - 10 min drive
- L'Arnaudière - 13 min drive
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10/10
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10/10
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About the host
Hosted by Tania and John Clegg
Hailing from Warwickshire and Worcestershire, having seen the children safely grow up and build successful careers of their own, it was time for John and Tania to "pull the plug" and move, lock, stock and barrel, to France in order to realise a long held dream.
In their previous lives, John was a director of an import/distribution company, working with Chinese and Vietnamese factories supplying national retailers with consumer durables (there are only so many long haul flights one person can take in a lifetime); Tania was a receptionist at a busy dental practice in Stratford upon Avon.
Now based permanently on site, they have made Chez Fins Bois their home and are loving the slower pace of life.
Eventually there will be five fully renovated properties in this rural setting but, for 2016 at least, they will have three up and running, of which Les Hirondelles was the first to open in early April.
In their previous lives, John was a director of an import/distribution company, working with Chinese and Vietnamese factories supplying national retailers with consumer durables (there are only so many long haul flights one person can take in a lifetime); Tania was a receptionist at a busy dental practice in Stratford upon Avon.
Now based permanently on site, they have made Chez Fins Bois their home and are loving the slower pace of life.
Eventually there will be five fully renovated properties in this rural setting but, for 2016 at least, they will have three up and running, of which Les Hirondelles was the first to open in early April.
Why they chose this property
The second sunniest region in France, Charente Maritime is a beautiful place in which to spend a relaxing holiday.
Long clear straight Roman roads make driving a pleasure once again. Secluded villages selling local produce with small bars and bistros to explore.
The rolling countryside is a patchwork quilt of vineyards (grapes mainly destined to become Pineau or Cognac) interspersed with cornfields and sunflowers.
The long, unspoilt Atlantic beaches are not far away and within an hour's drive. La Rochelle is a beautiful historic port , the Aquarium is a superb attraction. St Martin Ile de Ré is stunning, reminiscent of Padstow, the bars and restaurants surrounding the marina are ideal for a relaxing lunchtime drink or an afternoon drink.
This is a historic region with palaeolithic settlements standing side by side with the Gallo Roman forts, arches and amphitheatres.
Cognac, Angoulême, Saint Jean d'Angely, Niort, Saintes are larger picturesque medieval towns all within easy reach.
The Church of Saint-Pierre d'Aulnay (French: Église Saint-Pierre d'Aulnay) is an important Medieval church on the pilgrim's way to Saint-Jacques de Compostelle. The Church is thought to have been built in 1120-1140.
However, why not just enjoy the gardens, pool, al-fresco dining and games and just relax in this peaceful setting
Long clear straight Roman roads make driving a pleasure once again. Secluded villages selling local produce with small bars and bistros to explore.
The rolling countryside is a patchwork quilt of vineyards (grapes mainly destined to become Pineau or Cognac) interspersed with cornfields and sunflowers.
The long, unspoilt Atlantic beaches are not far away and within an hour's drive. La Rochelle is a beautiful historic port , the Aquarium is a superb attraction. St Martin Ile de Ré is stunning, reminiscent of Padstow, the bars and restaurants surrounding the marina are ideal for a relaxing lunchtime drink or an afternoon drink.
This is a historic region with palaeolithic settlements standing side by side with the Gallo Roman forts, arches and amphitheatres.
Cognac, Angoulême, Saint Jean d'Angely, Niort, Saintes are larger picturesque medieval towns all within easy reach.
The Church of Saint-Pierre d'Aulnay (French: Église Saint-Pierre d'Aulnay) is an important Medieval church on the pilgrim's way to Saint-Jacques de Compostelle. The Church is thought to have been built in 1120-1140.
However, why not just enjoy the gardens, pool, al-fresco dining and games and just relax in this peaceful setting
Languages:
English, French
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