Au Charme Charentais - enjoy peace, space and real French life.

Unspoiled nature, picturesque villages, and a mild southern climate, far from crowded beaches and bustling city centers. Here you’ll still find “la France profonde”: rural tranquility, rolling vistas, a relaxed atmosphere, and markets full of fresh produce, as well as Cognac and Pineau that have matured in the cellars around the neighbouring town of Cognac. Everywhere you look, you’ll find rustic Romanesque churches, nestled for centuries in timeless villages, connected by winding hiking and biking trails. A region where the days pass more slowly and life feels gentler.
In addition, the Charente is an ideal base from which to discover two of France’s most beloved regions. To the west lies the Charente-Maritime, where you’ll be welcomed by expansive Atlantic beaches and delicious oysters or “fruits de mer” straight from the bay. The coast and dunes are wide-open, sunny, and perfect for a day of fresh air or strolling along fishing harbours.
To the east, the Dordogne (also known as the Périgord) awaits with its dozens of castles, medieval villages, prehistoric caves, and culinary delights. A region bursting with history, atmosphere, and flavour. In short, from the Charente, the best of southwestern France is within easy reach.