Farmhouse - Cottage Holiday Rental in Nere, Charente-Maritime, France

• 1: Farmhouse 5 bedrooms, Sleeps 12
• 2: Les Vignes 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6
• 3: Les Hirondelles 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 8
• 4: La Grange 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6
• 5: La Maison Blanch... 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4

Where is it

• Location:  South West France  >  Poitou Charentes  >  Charente-Maritime
• Closest town/village:  Nere (Charente-Maritime) ( 2.1 miles *Direct distance, road distance may vary. Please refer to detailed area map for local roads. )
• Closest airport: La Rochelle Airport (46.4 miles *Direct distance, road distance may vary. Please refer to detailed area map for local roads.)
• Access: No public transport available, Car Essential Car hire
• Property highlights: Barbecue, Garden, Scenic views, Swimming pool (shared use)

 

Farmhouse, 4 Cottages and Pool in Cognac Country

Set on the edge of a small hilltop village in the tranquil beautiful countryside of the Charente Maritime department and within easy reach of the Atlantic beaches, La Pierre Blanche is a small country estate comprising the 18th century farmhouse and four stone cottages - all with delightful beamed interiors and historic features.  The perfect location for a relaxing family holiday with something for everyone, young and old.

 "A paradise for the children" Grandmother, Bergen, Norway

" The pool was first rate in ambience, cleanliness and safely protected for small children.  I thought the accommodation is pitched perfectly - comfortable, well equipped without being fussy. Well done."  John , Rickmansworth

At La Pierre Blanche our aim is to create happy memories of a family holiday in a home away from home.  We have restored a group of historic buildings to recreate a sense of country living in the simple, traditional style of our beautiful corner of France.  At the same time, we recognise that our customers expect a good standard of inventory and have equipped the properties to ensure a relaxing, stress-free holiday. That's why we include bed linen and towels in the rental cost, and families with tots and babies will find we provide baby and toddler equipment including cots, high chairs, bed  guards, baby dan playpen and stairgates free of charge.

Older Children can make friends with the others staying in other cottages on the estate while Mum and Dad relax in the shade with a chilled glass of locally produced vin de pays.  There is a large heated pool plus swings, a slide, a seesaw, a sandpit for the little ones and a lovely big garden to play ball games and hide and seek in. In the quiet lanes around the estate young children can cycle safely off road and make friends with the farm animals down the bottom of the hill.There is a wide range of accommodation to suit every need from the huge farmhouse sleeping 12, the smaller cottages Les Vignes and La Grange each sleeping 6, a large cottage Les Hirondelles sleeping 8, plus La Maison Blanche cottage sleeping 4.  We include bed linen and bath towels in the rental price. Toddler/baby equipment, including high chairs, cots, is provided free of charge at your request.  Additional options: Breakfast packs for late arrivers, midweek BBQs, babysitting available. Free Wi-fi hotspot.

The tranquility of this unspoilt corner of Charente Maritime is a well kept secret. The landscape is rolling hills and a colourful painting of sunflowers, vineyards and white limestone villages. Country towns are rich in art and culture, including historic Romanesque churches and spectacular Gallo-Roman architecture. Thanks to the Gulf Stream and gentle microclimate, our region is the second sunniest in France. And if you fancy a swim, the Charente Maritime boasts 300 miles of coastline and some of the best beaches in Europe.

Contact us now, or first click on the link further down this page in the 'Contact details' box to view our own web site. Our site has additional interior photos and much more information on our properties and our beautiful region.
 

Holiday Accommodation at Farmhouse

5 bedrooms, sleeps 12

A traditional style Charentais farmhouse with original oak beams and limestone walls throughout. Full of character and French country atmosphere. The farmhouse is ideal for 2 families or a large group of friends.

"We had  a great time, we loved the location , the farmhouse  and the pool is  fantastic.  Its  a  grey day here in England and I  am  feeling a tad  jealous of the families  who will now  be enjoying it all !!"  Kathy, Nottingham

"What a lovely spot you live in.  Loved your garden and the pool was the best yet" Beltring family, Bolton

Ground floor

• Kitchen - is enormous in true country living style, complete with oak fitted units, large double sink, solid oak dining table and seating for 12, large fridge, large cooker, dishwasher and microwave. The floor is laid with attractive checker board tiles and above your head are massive oak beams set in the limestone walls.
• Lounge - is large and comfortably furnished with 2 leather sofas plus a further sofa bed and equipped with UK satellite TV and DVD. There is an imposing antique fireplace with a wood burning stove. The room is light and airy and catches the evening light as it sets in the west.
• Bedroom 1 - with a double bed is in traditional charentais style complete with antique fireplace.
• Shower room - with wash basin and WC

From the kitchen a staircase leads up to a landing where there are:

First floor

• Bedroom 2 - with two single beds
• Bedroom 3 - also with two single beds

A short step up leads to:

Second floor

• Bedroom 4 - this is the master bedroom and has an antique wooden bedstead and wardrobe with space for a cot if desired.
• Bedroom 5 - a traditional charentais-style long bedroom. This is ideal for children with 2 single beds and a bunk bed. If you wish, a curtain can split the room into two sections.
• Bathroom - which is equipped with bath, shower attachment and screen, wash basin and WC.  

Outside

You can dine in the open air in the garden patio, which is equipped with barbecue, tables, chairs and parasol. Washing machine and ironing facilities available on site. Babysitting service available.

We recognise that our customers expect a good standard of inventory and have equipped all our properties to ensure a relaxing, stress-free holiday. That's we include bed linen and towels in the rental cost, and families with tots and babies will find we provide baby and toddler equipment including cots, high chairs, bed  guards, baby dan playpen and stairgates free of charge.

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About Nere in Charente-Maritime, Poitou Charentes

La Pierre Blanche is located in a small hill top village surrounded by fields, woods and vineyards but is only 10 minutes away from the historic town of Aulnay-de-Saintonge (supermarket, restaurants, bank, chemist and twice-weekly market) and 5 minutes from the town of Néré.

You will never be short of things to do in our area. Choose from the following according to your fancy:

Aulnay – Restaurants, cafe, Sunday market, 12th century Romanesque church on the St. James Compostella pilgrim route and considered among the ten most beautiful in France. Close by Aulnay forest is ideal on a hot Summer day for walking, cycling, bird watching and picnics.

Dampierre - Renaissance chateau on the river Boutonne. Poitou Donkey farm where the unique Poitou donkey is being preserved and can roam freely in the fields and woods. A wonderful day out for the children.

Cognac - All the famous cognac distilleries, boat trips on the river Charente, chic boutiques, Jazz `n` Blues Festival in July.

Saintes - Well preserved Roman Amphitheatre seating 17,000, triumphal arch, historic churches and abbey, smart boutiques, Charente boat trips.

St. Jean d’Angely - Beautiful old town, abbey, covered market, fishing, water park with pedalos and canoes.

Rochefort - Naval shipyard town from time of Louis X1V, famous Corderie (rope works) and museum. Reconstruction of the 18thC warship Hermione. Pierre Loti museum.

Royan - Stylish sandy beach resort. Upmarket shops and restaurants.

La Rochelle - The old port, ocean racing yachts, museums, mediaeval arcaded streets, Aquarium, seafood restaurants, exclusive shops and boutiques, fabulous indoor market. Boat trips to Fort Boyard, Ile d’Aix, Ile d’Oleron. Francofolies pop music festival in July.

Ile de Ré - Connected to the mainland by a spectacular toll bridge. Favourite of showbiz stars and celebrities, seafood restaurants, sandy Atlantic beaches.

Ile d’Oleron - An island paradise. Choose the western Atlantic side with miles of deserted sandy Atlantic beaches, surfing, dunes and pine forests - or soak up the sun on the gentler, protected eastern side.

Angouleme - A delight. Countless restaurants, bars, cafes and galleries. The National Comic Museum is an outstanding highlight.

Venise Verte – National Park with a maze of countless small rivers and canals. Rent a punt with paddles and explore this amazing landscape.

A longer day trip is possible to: Bordeaux, the Gironde and St. Emilion, Perigeux, Bergerac, Limoges, Poitiers and the Futuroscope theme park.

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

How To Get To Nere in Charente-Maritime, South West France

By road - 4 hours from St Malo, 5 hours from Caen/Ouistreham,  Le Havre and Dieppe, 6 1/2 hours from Boulogne, 7 hours from Calais. Avoid Paris by using the A28 via Rouen, Le Mans and Tours.

By air -  Ryan Air, EasyJet, Jet2.com and FlyBe all serve our region.  Flights from - Birmingham, Bristol, Cork, Dublin, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Bradford, Gatwick, Stansted, Manchester and Southampton. We are 45 minutes from Angouleme airport, 1 hour from La Rochelle Airport and Poitiers Airport.  2 hours from Bordeaux Merignac International airport and Nantes airport.

By rail - 1 hour 15 mins from Poitiers station and 45 minutes from Niort (car hire firms at the stations), TGVs to Paris Montparnasse, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, London, and Brussels.

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

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Availability at Farmhouse

Changeover day: Saturday

Availability last updated on: - Friday, April 6, 2012

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