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Stunning Maison Bourgeoise on the banks of the Charente, canoe from the door
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8180 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Saint-Savinien, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
- Place, La Pierre de Crazannes8 min drive
- Place, Les Lapidiales9 min drive
- Place, Château of Roche-Courbon13 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
4 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
Stunning Maison Bourgeoise on the banks of the Charente, canoe from the door
This elegant home comfortably sleeps up to 8 guests in 4 spacious bedrooms, with 2 ensuite bathrooms, family bathroom and a cloakroom.
Set over 3 floors the house offers a large well equipped kitchen opening into a dining room with an open fire, a large lounge, with open fire and a balcony overlooking the river.
The house has been decorated and furnished to an exceptionally high standard, having been modernised and renovated in early 2016, with a new kitchen, bathrooms and total redecoration, offering luxury and comfort in a beautiful setting, we have given a great deal of thought to your stay.
The garden leads directly onto the river Charente and we are happy to leave our canoes and kayaks at the house for your use for the duration of your stay.
For watersport enthusiasts the area is ideal, in addition to the canoes and kayaks you can hire a boat and explore the river, sail up to Port d'envaux stop for lunch and then continue to Taillebourg where you can try your hand at Water Skiing and Wakeboarding.
Being situated on the edge of the old market town of Saint Savinien we are within a short walk of bars, restaurants, shops, art galleries and not forgetting of course the magnificent river Charente.
We are fortunate to have so many things to do and places to visit locally to us, the following are just a few examples;
Horse riding at our local stables - Les 3 Allures
Canoeing and Kayaking
Water skiing locally
Hire a boat from Les Canotiers in St Savinien, from and hour to a full day, take a picnic and explore this beautiful river.
Cycling, bike hire available locally, cycle along the Charente and enjoy our beautiful countryside
Chateaux, Roche Courban, Panloy, Crazannes (the setting for Puss in Boots)!
A little further afield, Aquarium at La Rochelle, this is one of the largest Aquariums in Europe and despite living here for 15 years we still visit every year!
Zoo La Palmyre
Puy de Fou, well worth the trip, plan your day and prepare to be amazed.
We are close to the stunning Atlantic coast and less than 30 minutes to the nearest beach and with over 100 miles of breathtaking coast line we are spoilt for choice.
The chic city of La Rochelle is 45 minutes away, a must for 'foodies', also the roman town of Saintes, historic naval port of Rochefort are both within 20 minutes of the property.
Set over 3 floors the house offers a large well equipped kitchen opening into a dining room with an open fire, a large lounge, with open fire and a balcony overlooking the river.
The house has been decorated and furnished to an exceptionally high standard, having been modernised and renovated in early 2016, with a new kitchen, bathrooms and total redecoration, offering luxury and comfort in a beautiful setting, we have given a great deal of thought to your stay.
The garden leads directly onto the river Charente and we are happy to leave our canoes and kayaks at the house for your use for the duration of your stay.
For watersport enthusiasts the area is ideal, in addition to the canoes and kayaks you can hire a boat and explore the river, sail up to Port d'envaux stop for lunch and then continue to Taillebourg where you can try your hand at Water Skiing and Wakeboarding.
Being situated on the edge of the old market town of Saint Savinien we are within a short walk of bars, restaurants, shops, art galleries and not forgetting of course the magnificent river Charente.
We are fortunate to have so many things to do and places to visit locally to us, the following are just a few examples;
Horse riding at our local stables - Les 3 Allures
Canoeing and Kayaking
Water skiing locally
Hire a boat from Les Canotiers in St Savinien, from and hour to a full day, take a picnic and explore this beautiful river.
Cycling, bike hire available locally, cycle along the Charente and enjoy our beautiful countryside
Chateaux, Roche Courban, Panloy, Crazannes (the setting for Puss in Boots)!
A little further afield, Aquarium at La Rochelle, this is one of the largest Aquariums in Europe and despite living here for 15 years we still visit every year!
Zoo La Palmyre
Puy de Fou, well worth the trip, plan your day and prepare to be amazed.
We are close to the stunning Atlantic coast and less than 30 minutes to the nearest beach and with over 100 miles of breathtaking coast line we are spoilt for choice.
The chic city of La Rochelle is 45 minutes away, a must for 'foodies', also the roman town of Saintes, historic naval port of Rochefort are both within 20 minutes of the property.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Guests must notify us in advance
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
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 and a first aid kit
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Saint-Savinien
Located in Saint-Savinien, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Les Lapidiales and Museum of Saint Jean d'Angely are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Château de Panloy and Château of Roche-Courbon. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
Saint-Savinien, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
What's nearby
- La Pierre de Crazannes - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
- Château de Crazannes - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
- Les Lapidiales - 9 min drive - 10.0 km
- Château of Roche-Courbon - 13 min drive - 12.6 km
- Saintes Cathedral - 19 min drive - 21.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Shell - 28 min drive
- Miroir 2000 - 5 min drive
- Lourme Sandrine - 7 min drive
- Lo Temps Tik - 10 min drive
- Bistrot des Halles - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Deborah Cakebread
We have lived in Saint Savinien sur Charente since 2004 with our 3 children. We have always loved the houses on Quai des Fleurs and when the opportunity arose earlier this year to buy one of these beautiful riverside townhouses, we jumped at the chance. We both work in the area and our 'no longer small' children go to school in Saintes and La Rochelle
Why they chose this property
Our home on Quai des Fleurs offers the ideal balance between a calm and tranquil location and a town setting.
The river Charente which runs through the town is not only beautiful but offers a variety of activities, such as canoeing, kayaking and boating.
In our small picturesque town we have the benefit of a heated outdoor pool complex which is just a short walk from the house, made up of 3 pools geared for toddlers up to the most experienced swimmers, with slides, table tennis, grassy banks for sunbathing and a cafe it really is a great way to spend an afternoon, or for older children/ teenagers to be able to go to independently, without the need of a lift from Mum or Dad!.
Hire a boat for an hour or the whole day and explore the river
Tenis courts are available for hire in the town.
Our local riding stables are only 5km from the house, hacking in the woods through to lessons for the most experienced rider are avaiable.
Explore the town and its shops, cafes and restaurants, there is a twice weekly market for fresh local produce
The river Charente which runs through the town is not only beautiful but offers a variety of activities, such as canoeing, kayaking and boating.
In our small picturesque town we have the benefit of a heated outdoor pool complex which is just a short walk from the house, made up of 3 pools geared for toddlers up to the most experienced swimmers, with slides, table tennis, grassy banks for sunbathing and a cafe it really is a great way to spend an afternoon, or for older children/ teenagers to be able to go to independently, without the need of a lift from Mum or Dad!.
Hire a boat for an hour or the whole day and explore the river
Tenis courts are available for hire in the town.
Our local riding stables are only 5km from the house, hacking in the woods through to lessons for the most experienced rider are avaiable.
Explore the town and its shops, cafes and restaurants, there is a twice weekly market for fresh local produce
What makes this property unique
The situation of the house is ideal for those who wish to leave the car at home, fly into La Rochelle or Bordeaux and take the train to St Savinien, the property is a short walk from the train station, you can then explore St Savinien and the Charente in one of our Canoes or Kayaks, or if you want to go further afield take the train to La Rochelle, Bordeaux, Saintes or Rochefort. This makes the property ideal if you want a short break / long weekend away with friends or family.
The house has some beautiful original features, the property was built by a merchant in the early 1800's, it is one of two identical houses built for his two daughters.
With a large sweeping staircase in the centre of the house and a stained glass window letting light down from the roof onto the staircase, tall ceilings and wood panelling, it is the epitomy of a 'Maison bourgeoise'.
We have renovated the property to a very high standard whilst trying to retain these original features.
The house is set over 3 floors, with bedrooms on the ground and 2nd floor and the living accomodation on the first floor.
The riverside garden is a great place to relax and watch the river and occasional boat sail by.
The house has some beautiful original features, the property was built by a merchant in the early 1800's, it is one of two identical houses built for his two daughters.
With a large sweeping staircase in the centre of the house and a stained glass window letting light down from the roof onto the staircase, tall ceilings and wood panelling, it is the epitomy of a 'Maison bourgeoise'.
We have renovated the property to a very high standard whilst trying to retain these original features.
The house is set over 3 floors, with bedrooms on the ground and 2nd floor and the living accomodation on the first floor.
The riverside garden is a great place to relax and watch the river and occasional boat sail by.
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