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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6125 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Port-D'envaux, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
  • Place, Château de Panloy
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Saintes Golf
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Saintes Amphitheatre
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Crib

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Rural cottage near Saintes

This is a spacious (125m2) and very comfortable cottage set in the grounds of a 19th century Manor house, tastefully restored. Consists of two large bedrooms, sleeping 5 (plus cot for baby), bathroom, large living room (36m2), kitchen and dining room. Outside there is an al fresco dining/BBQ area and extensive gardens for children to play in, including a tree-house with slide.

The gite is situated in a rural setting close Port d'Envaux and the Charente river, in a small hamlet of 10 houses, just 10 minutes drive north of the historic roman city of Saintes. Local boulangerie : 10-minute walk, local grocery shop in Port d'Envaux : 2-minute drive. The magnificent Chateau de la Roche Courbon is just a 10-minute drive.

Guests really appreciate this ideal central location: 30 minutes from historic Cognac and 30 minutes from Royan and beautiful sandy beaches (45 minutes). The beautiful town of La Rochelle is just under an hour away and you can also spend great days out visiting the unspoilt islands of Ile de Ré, ile d'Oleron, Ile d'Aix and Ile Madame, as well as the famous “Fort Boyard”.
The Charente-Maritime also offers a wide variety of tourist attractions: charming villages, magnificent chateaus, historic forts and gastronomic delights.

For cyclists, there are hundreds of kilometres of cycling paths for mountain bikes and classical bikes going through beautiful pine forests and along breath-taking coastlines.

For the children : several go-ape/zip-wire centres ('acrobranche') , Futuroscope theme park (near Poitiers), various water parks, aquarium in La Rochelle, one of the most well known zoos of Europe at La Palmyre, and of course miles of beautiful sandy beaches....

Take a quick boat trip across the Gironde estuary to visit the beautiful Medoc wine region, or even visit the grand city of Bordeaux, just over an hour's drive away.

The nearest airports are: La Rochelle (50 minutes), Poitiers (1.25 hours) and Bordeaux (1.25 hours). The gite is situated close to the A10 motorway with the nearest exits at Saintes (10 minutes) and Saint Jean d'Angély (20 minutes).

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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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

Port-d'Envaux

Located in Port-d'Envaux, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Château de Panloy and Les Lapidiales are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at La Pierre de Crazannes and Golf Louis Rouyer-Guillet. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Port-D'envaux, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

  • Les Lapidiales - 7 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Château de Panloy - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Saintes Golf - 7 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Saintes Amphitheatre - 8 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Saint-Eutrope Church - 8 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Taillebourg Station - 4 min drive
  • Bordeaux (BOD-Merignac) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Garden Ice Café - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tall Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Les Remparts - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪La Mie Câline - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Le Parvis - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rural cottage near Saintes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rural cottage near Saintes?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rural cottage near Saintes on 30 Mar 2026 start from AU$241, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Rural cottage near Saintes?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rural cottage near Saintes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rural cottage near Saintes?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rural cottage near Saintes located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Château de Panloy, Les Lapidiales, and Château de Crazannes. La Pierre de Crazannes and Saint-Eutrope Church are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage with pool and large grounds

Large rustic property with large rooms and plenty of outdoor space including pool, BBQ and outside eating area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Tracey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic holiday !!

We stayed at Gite Ecureuil for two weeks with our two nine year old sons. They had a fantastic time playing in the pool, exploring the garden to find where the chickens had layed their eggs. It was a very relaxing location and the pool was a very welcome relief from the 38 degree temperatures. Andrew( the host) was extremely helpful when needed but left you to get on with things. The Gite is very tastefully decorated and comfortable. All in all staying at Gite Ecureuil made for a fantastic family holiday. We will definitely be back. Thank you.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019
Archival

8/10 Good

Alan J.

Relaxing 2 weeks holiday .

The accommodation was spacious ,and comfortable . Although only 2 of us staying . it definitely met the criteria stated for up to 5 persons . All the facilities were in good working order , and covered all our needs . A nice large garden with an outside dining area , good shady spaces to recline , although the unsettled weather being such , there were few occasions when the opportunity arose . This also included use of the pool . However this did not detract from the holiday as there were many interesting places to visit all within reasonable distance .. The host Andrew was welcoming , and helpful .
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017
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10/10 Excellent

claude b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superbe sejour en bords de charente

Nous avons passé de belles vacances de longues balades sur les nombreux chemins qui sillonnent la campagne .nous avons bien profité de la picsine et du grand terrain arboré et équipé du proprietaire .il y a tout ce qu'il faut pour les enfants cabane balancoires ect..
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

jean-charles c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cool

Parfait pour nous !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Raphaël D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

We familial agréable

Le gite est parfaitement situé au Nord de Saintes, à proximité de magnifiques endroits à visiter et où se promener. Andrew est un hote attentionné, réactif et à l'écoute : c'est très appréciable ! Le gite est fonctionnel et propre. Les exterieurs sont grands et ont été rès apprécies des enfants. Le bémol concerne l'indisponibilité de la piscine au moment de notre location. Nous espérions en profiter mais elle n'était pas prête pour la saison.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dale E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very spacious well appointed gite within lovely setting

A relaxing stay and plenty to see in Saintes and other towns close by
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Karine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnifique jardin

Nous avons séjourné dans cette propriété fin août. Ce fut une agréable semaine , le jardin est vraiment grand et très sympa . Andrew qui est aussi sur site , est discret et nous à permis de se sentir chez nous ! Je conseille cette maison pour passer un séjour au calme mais loin de rien !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Sandrine H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

très bon séjour

la propriété est jolie, la piscine agréable, les jeux bienvenus pour les enfants et nous avons pu rayonner pour découvrir la région, les sites alentours ou plus éloignés. notre hôte a gentiment répondu à nos interrogations avant notre arrivée et à nos sollicitations pendant le séjour. le gîte est juste un peu rustique en ce qui concerne les couchages, l'éclairage.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

vanessa l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent séjour, le gîte est très bien situé pour découvrir et arpenter la charente maritime

Séjour très agréable chez Andrew. On se sent comme à la maison, jardin et piscine très agréables!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Franck M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Le charme de l'ancien

Charmante maison charentaise idéalement située. Petit plus pour les petites attentions de notre hôte à notre arrivée. Seul petit bémol, le mobilier s'inscrit parfaitement dans le thème "manoir" mais commence à dater un peu au détriment du confort.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

capucine d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

un moment de détente

Maison très agréable et fonctionnelle, Andrew est très accueillant.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sascha

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in charming Gite

Lovely location just north of Saintes and 30 minutes from the beaches. Enjoyed lots of refreshing dips in the pool. Large gardens to enjoy. Would highly recommend
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Great stay!

Had a fantastic time at Gite Ecureuil. Owner was always there if we needed anything but also left us to enjoy our holiday. Gite had everything we needed and my young children loved the grounds to play. The pool being on the raised decking is perfect for little ones. Such a relaxing location but within a short drive of loads of great places to visit. The local Super U just 15 mins drive is huge and had everything we needed. Would definitely like to return in the near future.
Archival

6/10 Okay

Laure G.

Jolie maison avec le charme de l ancien

Un endroit très agréable avec tout ce qu'il faut pour passer de bonnes vacances .Un propriétaire arrangeant
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Bonnes vacances en charente-maritime

Belle maison dans cadre agreable, accueil sympathique et familiale. Merci beaucoup! A l'annee prochaine.
Archival

8/10 Good

Jean-Jacques D.

Très jolie maison, mais.....

Très jolie maison, fort spacieuse, mais l'accueil des propriétaires était plus que glacial, nous avions l'impréssion d'êtres des intrus dans leur propriété, ils nous évitaient. Dommage que la maison est si près de l'autoroute !

About the host

Hosted by Andrew Haine

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My name is Andrew and I have lived here since 2003. I have two daughters who live with me

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