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Quiet, Characterful Cottage in Countryside

Quiet, Characterful Cottage in Countryside

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Welcome to Pandora’s Cottage!
Property grounds
Exterior
Front of Cottage
This is the back of the cottage, although it looks like the front!

Overview of Quiet, Characterful Cottage in Countryside

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Map
Rioux, Charente Maritime
  • Popular LocationAbbaye aux Dames20 min drive
  • Popular LocationRoyan Beach27 min drive
  • Popular LocationSaint-Georges-de-Didonne Beach29 min drive
  • AirportRoyan (RYN-Medis)32 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Common area 1

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining Area

About this property

Quiet, Characterful Cottage in Countryside

If you’re looking for a holiday away from it all, this is the perfect place! Our cottage “Pandora’s” is situated at the end of a short Allée, edged with flowers, hollyhocks, roses, and lavender, etc. There’s a sun soaked patio, countryside walks, and chickens providing fresh eggs for your breakfast. With thick stone walls, the property is cool in summer, cozy in winter. The cottage has a large lounge, separate dining room, and a well stocked kitchen. Upstairs are two double bedrooms, plus a mezzanine with single bed, and a newly fitted bathroom. We live in a converted barn opposite with our three cats and two parrots, so are on hand if you have any queries. Our African Grey Parrot likes to sit outside in her cage in the summer and talk to our guests! Our chickens are very friendly, a great hit with children-one even lays green eggs! We are in the process of making a special enclosed chicken garden for them, filled with chicken friendly plants. The terrace is a real sun trap and has a gas BBQ. If you find the terrace too hot, you are welcome to cross the road and relax under the shade of the trees. If you’re feeling energetic, there are bikes for your use, to cycle to a nearby village for croissants etc and to explore the beautiful countryside. The coast is just a short drive away with sandy beaches, and rocky coves, or visit the picturesque villages of Talmont, or Meschers. The larger towns of Royan with it’s colourful marina and weekly market, and historic Saintes are an easy drive away. Please do feel free to contact us if you have any questions about the property, location etc.

Property manager

Mel & Roy Dickson
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
PLEASE NOTE-upstairs windows aren’t child safe!

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 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

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Rioux

Located in Rioux, this cottage is in a rural area. Abbaye aux Dames and Arch of Germanicus are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Grottes de Regulus et des Fontaines and Plage des Nonnes.
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Rioux, Charente Maritime

What's nearby

  • Saintes Cathedral - 19 min drive
  • Abbaye aux Dames - 20 min drive
  • Royan Beach - 27 min drive
  • Saint-Georges-de-Didonne Beach - 29 min drive
  • Pontaillac Beach - 37 min drive

Getting around

  • Pons Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Burger King - 17 min drive
  • La Table de Meursac - 10 min drive
  • Burger King - 16 min drive
  • Le Saint Hubert - 9 min drive
  • Burger King - 16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet, Characterful Cottage in Countryside pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quiet, Characterful Cottage in Countryside?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet, Characterful Cottage in Countryside?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quiet, Characterful Cottage in Countryside located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 12 miles (20 km) of Saint-Eutrope Church, Saintes Amphitheatre and Saintes Cathedral. Musee d'Archeologie and Abbaye aux Dames are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Olivia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Séjour pour Noël
Gîte très convivial et chaleureux ,joliment décoré et assez spacieux. Mélanie et Roy sont des hôtes super gentils, ils ont eu plein de délicates attentions à notre arrivée. Ils sont là si besoin. Je recommande le lieu.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super semaine
Mon fils et moi même avons passé une très bonne semaine. Le gîte est au calme et très bien équipé. Les propriétaires ont des tas de délicates attentions à notre égard dès notre arrivée. Ils sont très gentils et accueillants. Et pour les activités, elles sont riches et nombreuses pas très très loin. C'était très bien.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sébastien R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Une superbe semaine !!!
Le logement est très mignon et surtout il fait frais ! Il y a tous ce qu'il faut a l'intérieur comme a l'extérieur. C'est confortable et très pratique. La maison a 20 30 minute des plages, de Saintes et Royan. Il y a énormément de chose a faire. C'est très calme, Mel et Roy sont des gens incroyablement gentils, chaleureux, discret et vraiment très sympathique, c'était un réel plaisir de les rencontrer et de pouvoir discuter avec eux. Nous étions avec notre fille de 5 ans, elle était aux anges de pouvoir voir les poules et autres animaux. C'était difficile de partir car, on était vraiment bien !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Céline B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beau cottage !
Très beau cottage , bien équipé et très propre. Mel et Roy sont très sympathiques , serviables et toujours soucieux du bien-être des hôtes.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charmant cottage à la campagne
Très bon accueil, maison charmante et propre à l'arrivée. Nous avons passé un très bon séjour. Seul petit bémol: la télévision ne fonctionnait pas correctement. Mais nous n'avons signalé le problème qu'à notre départ Fenêtres à l'étage potentiellement dangereuses pour de jeunes enfants. A sécuriser si possible.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mel & Roy Dickson

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We first came to this beautiful part of France for our honeymoon in 2000. Although we travelled to many regions, it was always to here that we returned. The area seemed to have everything we were looking for, an especially good climate, beautiful beaches, the estuary with all its bird life, historic towns, and quaint villages. In 2006 I came into an inheritance from my father, and it seemed a perfect way to remember him, and an opportunity to buy our own holiday home.

Why they chose this property

“Pandora’s “ was the first cottage we viewed, and we both fell instantly in love with it. The purchase went through smoothly, and we came over as often as we could, for holidays, and to improve the property and garden. A few years later, we decided to take the plunge and move over here full time - and we have never regretted it. Since then, we have been able to purchase the barn opposite, and over the years, with the help of a builder/friend it has been renovated, and we have now moved in.

What makes this property unique

With the cottage standing empty, it seems the perfect time to share our little piece of heaven with others, and hope that they can enjoy the peace and tranquility of this beautiful area, and make some great holiday memories. “Pandora’s” was very much our first love, and still has a homely feel, rather than just a holiday cottage - we hope others can enjoy it as much as we have. Happy Holidays!

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