The Fox House, disability access on the Dordogne/Charente border
Quiet retreat
Welcome to our traditional French cottage in the picturesque region of Poitou Charente which provides comfortable living space with a private 16m2 above ground pool for up to six persons also a private Scandinavian wood fired hot tub, to enjoy with no light pollution under our dark skies. Alternatively relax with a book in one of our individual hammock seats in the meadow, or the individual or group hammocks in the woods. Our wild flower meadow is alive with a variety of butterflies and dragon flies in the summer.
The cottage comprises of :
Living and Dining Areas
The living room has multi language television channels provided by IPTV and a wood burning stove for the cooler months.
The kitchen diner is fully equipped with fridge/freezer, cooker and dishwasher. This room historically was the bakery for the hamlet and still retains the original preserved bakers oven.
There is also an external utility room which is equipped with a washing machine, second fridge freezer and storage.
Bedrooms:
Two double bedrooms are located downstairs with the third twin bedroom upstairs.
Bedroom 1: Is a beautiful and generous sized double bedroom with a light and airy ensuite wet room. This room is on the same level as the living room and has an adjoining door to bedroom 2, should it be required.
We have created a room which is comfortable for all our guests, retaining the character of the cottage, yet practical for those who will appreciate the raised plug points and lowered light switches for ease of use.
This room has the option of twin adjustable electric beds if required.
Bedroom 2: Is a large spacious double bedroom with independent access to the garden and living area.
This was the original kitchen of the cottage and retains the preserved Charentes stone fireplace and carved stone sink.
Bedroom 3: Is a twin room and located upstairs, there is also a landing with games or office space.
A range of equipment for children's needs: cot, high chair, bouncy chair available at no extra cost.
Important: If there are any disability access needs, Please contact us prior to arrival in order that we can discuss the required equipment so we have the opportunity to have it in place.
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
Frequently asked questions
Does The Fox House, disability access on the Dordogne/Charente border
Quiet retreat have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at The Fox House, disability access on the Dordogne/Charente border
Quiet retreat ?
As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Fox House, disability access on the Dordogne/Charente border
Quiet retreat on 26 May 2026 start from AU$280, 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.
Is The Fox House, disability access on the Dordogne/Charente border
Quiet retreat pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Fox House, disability access on the Dordogne/Charente border
Quiet retreat ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Fox House, disability access on the Dordogne/Charente border
Quiet retreat ?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Fox House, disability access on the Dordogne/Charente border
Quiet retreat ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Fox House, disability access on the Dordogne/Charente border
Quiet retreat located?
This family-friendly Ronsenac cottage is located in a rural location, 2.5 mi (4 km) from Château de Villebois-Lavalette, and within 6 mi (10 km) of La Lizonne and Regional Natural Park Périgord Limousin. Labyrinthe Végétal and Jardins du Coq are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We stayed as a family of six and it is just as the other reviews say: Marj and Bruce are warm, welcoming, caring, helpful and fun hosts with lots of tipps. The cottage is just beautiful with EVERYTHING you need, it's peaceful and spacious, and thoughtfully decorated. There are lots of places to relax inside and outside with a pool that is not only fun for kids but for adults as well. The countryside is stunning with ancient villages and sunflower fields. La Maison des Renards is a refuge and it was hard to leave.
Sofia V.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2023
Thank you for your kind review Sofia, it was wonderful having you and your family here. We loved hearing the joy and laughter from the girls drifting over to us, the ground below the swing misses it use and your idyllic reading spot in the hammock under the tree will always be there.
Regards
Bruce and Marj
Maison des Renards
Marj en Bruce zijn geweldige hosts. De gîte is meer dan volledig uitgerust en ligt in een mooie, grote tuin met eigen stukje bos. Marj en Bruce zijn erg aardig en zeer attent. We voelden ons erg thuis en hebben het enorm naar onze zin gehad.Het heeft ons aan niets ontbroken.
Hôtes attentionnés à faire plaisir. Un relais calme et charmant. Accès handicapé bien aménagé et rare. On se sent comme chez soi.
Marie Alice B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2023
Merci pour votre commentaire Marie-Alice, ce fut un plaisir de vous recevoir, vous et votre famille, et il est bon de savoir que nous disposons de l'équipement nécessaire pour rendre le séjour de votre mari plus confortable et plus agréable.
Marj et Bruce
Maison des Renards
About the host
Hosted by Bruce Cruickshank
Hello, we are Marj and Bruce. We arrived in France from Scotland in 2019 to start a new life. We had worked in different fields for twenty plus years and wanted to do something together. After an extended holiday in 2018 to France we fell in love with the area and drove home having bought our place! We hope our guests in France will fall in love with the picturesque villages, food, wines and weather in the area as we did. We look forward to welcoming you to France too.
Why they chose this property
Maison des Renards (house of the foxes) is located in the picturesque Poitou Charente in the small hamlet of La Renarderie Basse, 2 km from the beautiful village of Ronsenac and the hill top Chateau market village of Villebois Lavalette with all amenities. The cottage is wheelchair accessible sleeps 6, Is Fiber broadband connected, 2 spacious double bedrooms, one with ensuite, 1 beautiful twin room upstairs, Large comfortable living area, Generous kitchen diner, Bathroom and toilet, External utility room. The majority of the ground floor area is wheelchair accessible with an entrance, bedroom and ensuite, living room, kitchen, patio and utility room all on the same level. Decorated in a comfortable and traditional manner with historical architectural features preserved throughout. Guests can enjoy outdoor living with a pool in the private garden, offering a choice of the shaded seating area below trees or the sunny south facing patio, BBQ area or terrace. There are 2.5 acres of wild flower meadow and woodland to enjoy, a haven for children, artists and photographers. Our cottage is the ideal place to relax or as a base for exploring the countryside and beautiful villages of the area. For cyclists the cottage is on a cycle route, secure parking for bicycles is provided in the barn along with a bike stand and full range of tools for any running repairs that are required. For walkers the local path is 20 meters from the doorstep. Perfect to make use of the abundant local routes on hand, yet Paris is only 2 hours away by TGV from Angouleme and Bordeaux is 36 minutes.
What makes this property unique
Our cottage offers able bodied and those with accessibility issues the opportunity for to relax and escape to a quiet hamlet environment surrounded by nature yet only 2km from village life with full amenities or 20 minutes to city life. Whilst centuries old, our cottage benefits from modern facilities with fibre broadband connection and internet television offering access to a full range of channels from countries in a range of languages. The private patio area and garden are not overlooked. We have encouraged nature into our garden with the wild flower meadow, rare and normally unseen wildlife, such as Genet are present.