Set amongst the vines our appartment offers a tranquil base whilst exploring the beautiful Charente-Maritime. We welcome guests whether for a one night or many.
We offer generous discounts for stays of 7 nights and over.
During the summer you can relax on your own patio,by the pool or on very hot days in the shade of our horse chestnut tree.You will be made welcome and can rest assured when booking that there are no hidden extra charges.
Le Gîte du Petit Chenac.has stunning views over the Gironde estuary ,the largest in Europe,formed by the confluence of the rivers Dordogne and Garonne, this wild estuary full of remarkable wildlife stretches between marshes and wet meadows, the prestigious vineyards of the Médoc and limestone cliffs of Meschers-sur-Gironde. To add to the charm of the place, traditional quaint liftnet fishing cabins are dotted along the unspoilt banks of the estuary...
This is an exceptional natural environment where wild birds such as the Grey Heron, Little Egret and White Stork, and migratory fish, such as sturgeon, eel and lamprey, all have their place. The Gironde estuary can also boast of being the only estuary in the world where European sturgeon travel to breed!
To protect Bordeaux from sea invasions, Vauban, the famous military engineer to King Louis XIV, devised a defensive arsenal, with the Blaye Citadel, Fort Pâté and Fort Médoc, three places which are now UNESCO World Heritage sites...
To get from one side to the other, you have a choice of two ferries that provide a service between Le Verdon-sur-Mer and Royan, and between Blaye and Lamarque daily.