Character traditional Charentais cottage in rural location 20 minutes from Royan
Enclosed garden with garden furniture, safe for children. External laundry room with washing machine and central heating boiler. Ground floor has open large lounge/dining area, TV, open fire place; kitchen with table and 6 chairs, fridge/freezer, dish washer for four place settings, electric cooker, microwave; separate bathroom and toilet, bedroom in tower with double bed and ensuite shower room. Open staircase with gate leads to mezzanine with 2 single beds, cot, high chair, bedroom in tower with double bed, single bedroom and family bathroom. The tower bedrooms have curtain doors. Key holder/housekeeper lives nearby. Village of Nancras, 10 mins walk, has village shops. Nearest beaches at Royan. Town of Saintes with Roman arena and remains 15km. La Rochelle 60 mins. Bordeaux 90mins. Cognac 40mins. Airports at La Rochelle and Bordeaux. Ferry port St Malo.
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No car parking on the grass,please use hard standing (capacity one car) or road.
Please leave the property in a clean and tidy condition as you would wish to find it. Deposit refund is dependent on the housekeeper's report.
No pets allowed as situated near farms.
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Property # 1670125
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Balanzac
Located in Balanzac, this cottage is in a rural area and near a water park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Royan Beach and Bay of Biscay, while Les Lapidiales and Abbaye aux Dames are cultural highlights. Château Fort de Saint Jean d'Angle and Planet Exotica are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
Château Fort de Saint Jean d'Angle - 16 min drive - 18.8 km
Château of Roche-Courbon - 22 min drive - 18.8 km
Royan Beach - 27 min drive - 29.0 km
Getting around
Saujon Station - 16 min drive
Restaurants
L'Annexe - 10 min drive
Geslin Maurice - 14 min drive
Couchot Catherine - 12 min drive
Pillet Jean - 8 min walk
Pizzeria Vittoria - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Character traditional Charentais cottage in rural location 20 minutes from Royan pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Character traditional Charentais cottage in rural location 20 minutes from Royan?
As of 28 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Character traditional Charentais cottage in rural location 20 minutes from Royan on 14 June 2026 start from AU$201, 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 Character traditional Charentais cottage in rural location 20 minutes from Royan?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Character traditional Charentais cottage in rural location 20 minutes from Royan?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Character traditional Charentais cottage in rural location 20 minutes from Royan?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Character traditional Charentais cottage in rural location 20 minutes from Royan located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Saujon Thermal Baths, Spa Thermal Philae and Bay of Biscay. Château of Roche-Courbon and Château Fort de Saint Jean d'Angle are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Das Haus ist einfach traumhaft. Wir haben die Zeit dort genossen. David hat sich prima um alles gekümmert.Mit viel liebe zum Detailaufgebaut ist das Haus innen und außen ein Schmckstück.
Jan S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Danke schon!
Archival
8/10 Good
Judith Robinson
27 Aug 2017
Full of character
We really enjoyed our stay in this characterful place. Plenty of space for everyone and all the necessary equipment you'll need (except for wifi, which didn't bother me!).
Judith Robinson
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Mª Assunción B.
27 Aug 2016
Unas vacaciones fantásticas
Muy bien ubicada para conocer la zona.
Muchos utensilios de cocina y de limpieza
Zona muy tranquila.
Hemos estado súper bien.
Mª Assunción B.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you very much for your excellent review.
About the host
Hosted by DAVID WORTHY
As a lover of France and a French speaker, in 1995 I purchased. ‘La Ruche’ which was formerly a wine ‘chai’ in the Charente Maritime near the coast in western France to offer for holiday letting. This was subsequently extended adding an upstairs modern bathroom and extra bedroom.
Why they chose this property
The property is situated in a small hamlet with in countryside but not far from the coast. We have visited this area for many years and have made many friends. Charente Maritime is famed for the clarity of light which has attracted many artists and the hours of sunlight which match those of the south of France. There are many attractive historic sights to visit in the area.
What makes this property unique
Quiet countryside location yet near road leading to sea at Royan, Ile d'Oleron and other seaside resorts on the coast. Also within easy distance from Saintes, La Rochelle, Bordeaux, Cognac with much history to explore as well as beach trips. The house is full of character and perfect for a family holiday with an enclosed garden.