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Stunning gite With Shared Pool, Nr Matha & Cognac (first floor also available)

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Living area
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stunning gite With Shared Pool, Nr Matha & Cognac (first floor also available)

The ground floor gite (100m2) has two bedrooms: one (20m2) with a king-size bed and the other one (15m2) two single beds. It also has a walk-in wet room shower ideal for those who find standard showers difficult to access and has the space for a wheelchair or shower seat. It has an open-plan living/dining room and kitchen (42m2) with dishwasher, microwave, hob and oven.
There is a TV (with English and French channels), and a DVD player. There is also a wood burner for the slightly colder evenings.

The gites are set in a traditional Charentise courtyard and are barns lovingly renovated to provide comfortable modern accommodation whilst still retaining many of the original features. Thus providing a great base to relax and from which to explore this beautiful region and the varied attractions of the Charente-Maritime and Charente. Close to the beautiful historic towns of Cognac, Saintes and St Jean D’Angley but also within easy reach of the lovely beaches of Royan, La Rochelle and the Cote Sauvage.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8445644
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Mons

Located in Mons, this holiday home is in a rural area. Museum of Art History and Cognac Museum of Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Fontdouce Abbey and Château de Cognac. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and horse riding nearby.
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Mons, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

  • Office de Tourisme du Pays de Matha - 10 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Fontdouce Abbey - 14 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Hennessy Cognac Company - 19 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Château de Cognac - 19 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Camus - 20 min drive - 17.5 km

Getting around

  • St-Hilaire-Brizambourg Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gregor's Pizza - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Les Fleurs du Malt - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪La Caverne de l'Ours - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sauf Imprevu - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Leray Brigitte - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Stunning gite With Shared Pool, Nr Matha & Cognac (first floor also available) have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Stunning gite With Shared Pool, Nr Matha & Cognac (first floor also available)?

As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stunning gite With Shared Pool, Nr Matha & Cognac (first floor also available) on 10 June 2026 start from AU$267, 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.

Is Stunning gite With Shared Pool, Nr Matha & Cognac (first floor also available) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Stunning gite With Shared Pool, Nr Matha & Cognac (first floor also available)?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning gite With Shared Pool, Nr Matha & Cognac (first floor also available)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning gite With Shared Pool, Nr Matha & Cognac (first floor also available)?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning gite With Shared Pool, Nr Matha & Cognac (first floor also available) located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Office de Tourisme du Pays de Matha, La Moutarderie Charentaise and Cognac Public Garden. Francois Ier Park and Museum of Art History are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 20 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon W.

Stunning gite

A fantastic location, beautifully laid out, incredible family-friendly pool, brilliant hosts. Perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank you. It was lovely having you stay. x
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10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rural Tranquility

Glorious gîte; well equipped and presented to a very high standard. Welcoming and friendly hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2020
Thank you so much. So glad you had a great time here. You certainly made the most exploring the area! Enjoy the rest of your holiday.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jackie K.

Great gite and facilities in lovely location

This was our second stay in the ground floor gite. The gite itself is spotless and spacious and in a beautifully restored outbuilding. The grounds are very well maintained and good for relaxing in and eating outside. They are especially good for children with a trampoline, swings and play centre. The pool is a big hit and the roof cover helps keep the pool clean and at a good temperature. Kelly and Ian are lovely hosts and their three children Martha, Josie and Archie were fun playmates for our daughter and made her stay particularly memorable. She was very sad to leave. There is lots in the area to see and do within the Cognac area and the beaches, zoo and other areas of interest are within easy traveling distance for day trips. We have had lovely holidays here and very much look forward to returning.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank you so much, we enjoyed have you stay with us again and looking forward to see you all again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Marc D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnifique domaine au coeur des vignes

Nous avons passé de magnifiques vacances dans ce domaine. Des espaces verts, des jeux, des coins plus cosy nous ont permis de trouver notre bonheur. Le tout à proximité des vignes parfaites pour petite ballade en vélo ou à pieds.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Delphine w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Très belle location

Tout est fait pour se sentir comme à la maison, parents comme enfants. La propreté était de rigueur et en cette période c'est parfait. Les propriétaires sont très discrets. L'endroit est très joli.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marco v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautifull house and garden

The host is very nice and helpfull. Their thouthers were nice playmates for our baby :) The house is beautiful renovated and with a nice spaceaous garden and pool. If you look for relaxation this is your place.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location, property and hosts.

Beautiful property set in idyllic location, can’t recommend this property enough. If you want to relax and do nothing or get out and about exploring France it’s great.. Gite was excellent, spotlessly clean and everything we needed. Pool and garden areas very well looked after. Kelly and Ian were great hosts, around when needed, would most definitely recommend and will be returning again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

catherine d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gîte exceptionnel

Gîte charmant, spacieux, très beau, très propre , très bien équipé . Parc , piscine , barbecue très bien entretenus , propriété avec beaucoup de cachet. Attention pas beaucoup de débit WIFI si cela vous est indispensable. Nous recommandons vivement ce gîte
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine F.

Beautiful gîte in the Charente countryside

Had a lovely week long stay in this beautiful gîte, perfectly suited for wheelchair/scooter users too. Plenty of room to move about. Very comfortable and spotlessly clean. Kelly , Ian and the family were all very welcoming and friendly, helping out with places to eat etc. Quiet and peaceful with plenty of things to do and see in the surrounding area or just relax in the sun by the lovely pool. Would highly recommend and would definitely go back.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank you. It was an absolute pleasure having you stay and we look forward to seeing you again soon. x
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Iris F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brillant place for perfect relaxation

Very warm welcome at arrival. Very clean and cosy and completely equiped flat in a well maintained house on the country site. Not long drive to the sea, but the own salt water pool in the lovely environment within a giant garden provides total tranquility already. We very much enjoyed our stay and are looking forward to the next one.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank you. I am so glad you had a great stay. x
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca O.

Fantastic property, friendly owners - wonderful holiday

We had a lovely week in this beautiful location & well kept gite. Very peaceful village in a great location with lots of things to do in the surrounding area. We had lots of trips to the beaches, which are beautiful. Property was great for us with our 1 year old with very well equipped property , we particularly loved the personal touches of age appropriate toys along with the trampoline and climbing frame. Wonderful pool & toys too. Fantastic holiday - thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sharon w.

Beautiful

A beautiful gite complex, Kelly and Ian where excellent hosts and we would most certainly return.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank you. It was lovely having you stay, we look forward to seeing you again soon. x
Archival

10/10 Excellent

sarah s.

On one word, gorgeous.

Fabulously friendly hosts, beautiful property. Everything parents of a 5 year old could possibly want. Good base for exploring cognac. A beautiful part of France. Kelly and Ian were very welcoming, and had loads of very useful suggestions of where to go. The gite was spacious, well equipped, clean and well maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tessa M.

A beautiful and spacious gite, spotlessly clean with everything we needed for a fantastic stay.

We enjoyed a lovely week. Cognac, the beach at Royan and La Rochelle were or favourite days out. The pool and gardens were brilliant with plenty of space to have fun and there was lovely walking around the vineyards from the gite. We will definitely be coming again.
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10/10 Excellent

Dewi M.

Wonderful gite,fantastic hosts,perfect combination

Having just returned from two relaxing weeks staying with Ian, Kelly and the family I just wanted to say a massive thank you for your warm welcome, local knowledge and wonderful accommodation in a beautiful peaceful setting. If you are reading this and wondering if this is the place for you, it is, trust me!
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank you. We had a great time with you, the children miss your two and we would love to see you all again. x
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10/10 Excellent

Rob M.

Outstanding

Quite simply the best gite we have ever taken, property is finished to the highest standard and a credit to the owners.The pool is lovely warm and scrupulously clean. The facilities are delightful. The owners are really friendly and helpful. Great for a rural getaway from it all, unhesitatingly recommended. ideal for families or couples.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank yous so much for your kind words. We loved having you stay with us and look forward to seeing you again.
Archival

8/10 Good

Clare S.

Great Family Gite in lovely setting.

This immaculately clean gite had a very well equipped kitchen and the rooms were spacious and very comfortable. Our children aged 5 and 8 had a fabulous time playing in the warm swimming pool, bouncing on the trampoline and climbing frame and lots of games for them to play with. There were plenty of places to visit in the area, the nearest town Cognac is worth a visit. However, we spent most of the time at the Gite as it was so nice to relax and have bbq's there and it was hard to drag our children away from the other children and pool. The owners were very helpful and recommended great days out, restaurants etc.
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10/10 Excellent

KATHY E.

Quiet and luxurious piece of France

It was exactly as the pictures depict - a quiet, luxurious piece of France! The accommodation was perfect - spacious and immaculate, perfect for all the family! We were 2 families staying together in both gites - the accommodation and facilities suited us all perfectly. The hanger for socialising and eating was a great asset - also great for the table tennis championships we held! The pool was spotlessly clean - the cover proved very useful for protected swimming when the weather wasn't being kind! The barn deck was also a great space for the kids to call their own. Plenty of parking too! Nothing was too much trouble for Kelly and Ian - chatting to them and their lovely children about their lives in England and France was very interesting. I highly recommend this holiday but a car is essential as there are limited things to do and see nearby!
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank you I am so pleased you enjoyed your holiday, it was lovely having you stay, we look forward to seeing you all again soon.
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10/10 Excellent

Jasmine T.

Relaxing Retreat

My husband, 18 month old daughter and I had the most blissful 2 week stay with Kelly and Ian. Kelly's attention to detail and warm welcome from the whole family was just lovely, they made us feel perfectly at home. The gite is beautifully finished and kitted out. We stayed on the ground floor which was perfect for our little one to roam in and out. The swimming pool, garden with climbing frame was fabulous - an idyllic, quiet spot to spend a sunny day in blissful relaxation. The surrounding area was so interesting to explore. We visited some wonderful places including Cognac, Rochefort, La Rochelle, Angoulemr, Ile d'Aix and Bordeaux. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend to friends and family, a truly 5 star stay. Jasmine, Chris and Ruby
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank you Jasmine. It was a real joy to have you Chris and Ruby to stay.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great holiday

We had an amazing holiday staying in the downstairs gite for the second time. The gites are lovely, comfortable and are well equipped. We ate out in the hangar most nights. We enjoyed days by the pool as well as exploring the local area. It's a great place to cycle with the family as the roads are quiet and flat with the bonus of views of sunflowers and vines. There is a wide range of places to explore further afield by car, such as the Cognac houses, climbing adventure park and local towns and museums as well as visits to the coast. Kelly, Ian and family couldn't have been more welcoming and we look forward to visiting again.

About the host

Hosted by Kelly Barlow

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We are Kelly, Ian, our children Martha and twins Archie & Josie plus Rufus the dog. We have lived here since we bought the house and barns in 2006 and love the beautiful peaceful countryside, large spaces and the fact we were made welcome as soon as we opened the gates to move in. We have renovated the barns and house from top to bottom ourselves and have put all our love and care into making the Gites and gardens a beautiful, relaxing place to holiday and after eleven years and three children! we would not wish to be anywhere else.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the house and barns as soon as we saw them, and even on a cold January morning we could see how lovely they could be and what a great place Les Grandes Ecures is. Our gites have the benefit of feeling lovely and secluded on the edge of the hamlet with beautiful views of the Sunflower fields and vineyards, but only 10 minutes away from Matha (our nearest town) or for more night life or shopping only 20 minutes from Cognac and 30 from Saintes.

What makes this property unique

The Gites benefit from beautiful thick stone walls which help keep the rooms cool in the summer, whilst retaining the heat in the winter. The Hanger provides a great place to sit and eat anytime of the day (or just sit and relax) with that all important shade in the summer and the cars are parked in the courtyard the other side of the gites from the pool and garden so as not to interrupt the views or disturb your holiday.
We live in the house on the other side of the courtyard from the Gites and are there to provide you with any assistance you may need with your stay (ideas on places to visit or eat) or to leave you in peace to enjoy your relaxing holiday at Les Grandes Ecures.

Languages:

English, French
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