Two Gites with Mini Health Spa, surrounded by Sunflower Fields Special offer

Le Petit Gite details

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Swimming pool

South view from property

Children's swing area

Jacuzzi

Chatenet sanctuary mini health spa

Chatenet local church

Chatenet sunrise

Home description

These beautiful gites are owned by an English family, who live in an adjacent detached house, and will ensure that you have all that's needed to enjoy your holiday. Chatenet Gites are situated in the peaceful Charentaise countryside between the market towns of Montendre and Chevanceaux and are easily accessible by car or by air. The gites are converted barns, surrounded by sunflower and cornfields, situated on 1 acre with walnut, apple and cherry orchards.

Come and relax by the pool and take in the wonderful scenic views or go to the Montendre bustling evening market during the months of summer and enjoy the freshly cooked food. Visit the local vineyards for cognac and pineau tasting and if that's not enough, for the more energetic why not try our on site games room.

For the ultimate relaxing holiday we have our very own "Exclusive & Private Mini Health Spa"

SPECIAL OFFER - 1 FREE JACUZZI & SAUNA PASS WITH EVERY HOLIDAY BOOKED (Voucher & details given automatically with your final payment confirmation)

Chatenet Sanctuary

Jacuzzi and Sauna can be booked when required or as part of the special package deals with or without beauty treatments during your stay. So kick start your holiday with one of the following to relax and refresh your body and soul: Luxury Organic Facial, Manicure or Pedicure, Indian Head Massage or Body & Soul Massage. (Ladies save time & have your legs or bikini waxed on holiday)

Also available anyy 2 Nights "Special Occasions" packages for Birthdays, Anniversaries or just a Ladies Pamper" programme. All packages will be personally tailored to make your event or surprise an unforgettable experience (Flexible to suit your flights, days and times) Please contact us for further details or follow the link to our website for more information.

Accommodation detail

Le Petit Gite

Le Petit Gite lounge

La Petit Gite - double bedroom

Le Petit Gite bathroom

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This self- catering, fully equipped comfortable accommodation has a beautiful wood burner for the cooler months and includes:

Ground Floor:

• Kitchen/dining/lounge - open plan with door to terrace. Satellite TV, VHS & DVD player and a selection of DVDs for rental plus free video films.
• Bathroom - with shower over bath and handbasin
• Separate WC

First Floor:

• Double bedroom
• Twin bedroom
• Bunk bedroom - for 2 children

All bedrooms have views over the surrounding grounds and countryside.

About the location

Chatenet Gites are in the heart of the Charente Maritime region renowned for its local production of cognac and aperitif pineau and close to all major towns.

Montendre - The nearest market town is 10 minutes away and has some bars and restaurants to sample the French cuisine and also has the nearest supermarket for all your shopping needs.

Bordeaux - Perfect for retail therapy, which is less than an hour away.

La Rochelle - 1hr 30minutes but has everything from shopping to yachts and a very large aquarium to keep the kids occupied.

Cognac - This historical town is 30mins to the north and well worth visiting to go on a distillery tour and also has a growing reputation as a town hosting many film and music festivals.

Angouleme - A cathedral town about an hour away, which hosts the Centre National De la Bande Dessinee de l'Image, a museum and multimedia, centre dedicated to comic strip art and cartoons.

Montguyon - Beau Vallon is a fantastic lake beach 20 minutes away with an open-air restaurant or take your own picnic for the day.

Jonzac - Features "Le Antilles" an indoor aquatic leisure park for the children only 20 minutes drive.

St George de Didonne/Royan - The sun, sand and sea are only an hour away at these holiday beach resort towns to be enjoyed by all the family.

Bassin d Arcachon/Dune Du Pila - Has the highest sand dune in Europe will take 1hr 30mins but the breath taking views will make it worth while.

Saintes - A river town an hour away full of roman history marked by the remains of the Amphitheatre and Arc of Germanicus. Take in the sights with a boat trip on La Charente river.

See Local guide and map for information on nearby towns and facilities.

Activities near by

Adventure park, Boules, Canoeing, Cycling, Fishing, Golf, Horse riding, Shopping, Sightseeing, Spa, Swimming, Table tennis, Walking, Wine tasting, Wine touring

See Activities and attractions for more information on nearby activities and places of interest.

How to get here

• Cherbourg - 6hrs
• Caen - 6hrs
• Roscoff - 6hrs 30mins
• Le Havre - 7hrs
• Boulogne - 8hrs
• Calais - 9 hrs

(Excludes any comfort breaks)

Fly with Ryanair, Flybe or Easyjet to Bordeaux or Angouleme Airport taking advantage of the cheap flights from most UK airports.

We can provide airport transfer for up to 6 people and travel time to Chatenet is approx 40mins from Bordeaux and Angouleme. All other airports Bergerac, La Rochelle between 1-2hrs.

See Local guide and map for information on nearby towns and airports.