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• 1: Family Suite 2 b... 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 6
• 2: 4 Poster 1st Flo... 1 bedrooms, Sleeps 3
• 3: Super-king en-su... 1 bedrooms, Sleeps 3
• 4: King en-suite 1 bedrooms, Sleeps 3
• 5: Twin/triple Ensu... 1 bedrooms, Sleeps 3
• 6: Entire Property ... 5 bedrooms, Sleeps 15
• 7: La maison Gabrie... 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4

Fabulous B & B or self catering & 2 bedroom gite in 17th century vicarage with pool and walled gardens

La Vieille Cure is a beautiful 17th century Bed & Breakfast  also available for large parties wishing to self cater. Nestled to the rear of the pretty market town of Couhé with all conveniences, 35 kms south of Poitiers and within easy reach of all departments in the Charentes and Loire Valley.

Maison Gabriel our newly refurbished 2 bedrom gite offers all modern conveniences for young families and couples.

Previous guests have described La Vieille Cure as a Country House Hotel.  Offering a child friendly environment. As proprietors we live in a separate area, allowing you privacy, with the added benefit of a daily maid service, breakfast and prepared evening meals at hand.

Light, airy en-suite bedrooms 3-4 posters,1 bedroom that can be adapted into either twin, triple or super king and a family suite. World one call accreditation 5 globes highly commended.

We pride ourselves on our repeat bookings and referrals, guest comments and excellent food. Our home is yours with the added bonus of food and drink at hand!!

In addition we offer excellent evening meals, exclusive guest lounge, a 10 X 5 meter swimming pool, summer kitchen, summer games room and laundry facilities and wifi access.

Bedrooms

Spacious and light en-suite bedrooms all with an individual décor of their own, all the home comforts of hydro jet massage showers, tea and coffee making facilities, flat screen TV's and large King, 4 poster or twin beds,

The rooms are centrally heated for the winter months, and all have large floor standing fans for the hot balmy summer nights.

One bedroom ( 4 poster) is situated on the ground floor, with direct access through the French windows, onto the courtyard garden, ideal for those with restricted mobility.

Our family suite sleeps up to 6 persons very comfortably, the large principle bedroom has a king size bed and room for an additional cot or bed, leading off this is the dressing room, to the right of the dressing room is the bathroom(allowing complete privacy for all) with hydro jet shower, toilet and two separate vanity units. The children's room leads from the dressing room to the left with two single beds, a cabin bed and room for another bed or cot if necessary.

The other large 4 poster room is next door to a twin room (which can be adapted to a triple or super king when necessary), and is ideal for families wishing privacy, as the corridor can be closed allowing you privacy and freedom of movement across the two bedrooms.

Additional beds, cots, bed guards and high chairs are available.
Three rooms have four poster beds.

La Vieille Cure offers flexible accommodation for groups travelling together.  There are 5 rooms including a family suite of 2 bedrooms available. All have en-suite facilities and the twin bedroom can be converted into single/triple or super king  accommodation.  Please contact the owners to discuss your requirements.

Breakfast

Your continental breakfast is complimented by fresh home baked bread, croissant,orange juice, cereals, yoghurts, fruit, a pot of tea, or a fresh cafetier of coffee. Served in the Dining room, or courtyard or gardens.

Lunch Time

There is a summer kitchen located in the garden area for the use of all our guests with fridge/freezer, microwave, kettle, sink with hot and cold running water, preparation area, crockery and cutlery to rustle up your own lunchtime snacks, with a barbecue on site for those feeling more adventurous. There are 6 seating areas scattered within the gardens to relax and enjoy your lunch.

Dining

The lounge and dining areas are large and spacious, overlooking the courtyard terrace garden. Your host, a qualified chef is happy to present mouthwatering meals including local specialties, served along with a glass of the local Pineau des Charentes on arrival.

Through experience, we have found that different guests enjoy certain types of food, therefore we offer a variety for diverse tastes.

Unlike a typical Tables d'hotes we are registered as Restaurant status and as such can offer a  cooked breakfast,children's menu, variety of 1,2 3 and 4 courses , vegetarian options and for those who like something a little smaller a light supper menu.

Alternatively paella, barbecue and seafood banquets, can be served in the large Dining room or in the walled gardens or terrace, where you can watch the sun set, or why not spend the evening with a glass of chilled wine and enjoy a beautiful meal overlooking the illuminated swimming pool.

The Presbytery has ivy, jasmine honeysuckle, Philadelphia and grapevine cascading across the front of the house by the terrace where the perfume of acacia blossom fills the air.

The tranquil 1 acre walled garden with private woodland and orchard, abundant with fig, cherry walnut ,persimmon and more, is an ideal retreat, just waiting for you to explore or sit and enjoy the sunshine.

Evening meal

There is a comprehensive 4 course evening menu which you will find beautifully cooked and presented.

Typical 4 Course Menu:

• Fanned Avocado with prawns and smoked salmon dressed with a light vinaigrette and pepper sauce
• Pan fried rondelles of lamb served on minted potato cakes with honey and mint mayonnaise, garnished with raspberry sauce and served with Mediterranean vegetables and a puree of celeriac and carrot
• A selection of local cheeses
• A light chocolate mousse garnished with crème anglaise and caramel sauce
• Aperitif and Wine

For Your Enjoyment

• The new 10 metre X 5 metre salt water swimming pool is fenced, as required by French Legislation, with a self locking gate - to ensure the safety of children. The pool slopes gently into the deep end which is 1.5. metres. The pool is complimented by a large area of paved terrace with further gravelled area and covered pergola area , so you may decide where to place the ample number of sun beds. There are seating areas with tables and parasols, to escape the heat of the sun if required and a soft swing seat and canopy to curl up in the shade and enjoy your holiday read.
• Amongst the orchard are benches and seating areas even a hammock to while away the day.
• There is a games room with table tennis, table football,snooker  table,(childrens size) and darts. An area in the grounds for badminton and boules.
• The guest lounge has Sky T.V., home cinema, DVD, videos, board games, books chess and stereo,with a selection of leaflets outlining the many attractions within the area.
• There is also wifi access within the house and gardens.
• The house is fully centrally heated in addition there are log burners in both the Dining and Lounge areas.
• There is ample parking within the secure grounds, with additional garaging available if requested.

Extracts from our Visitor Book

Quote from the kids 'This is the best holiday ever'!!? What more can we ask for? perfect setting, perfect hosts,perfect food !!!
Martin Suzanne, Dominic, Tom and Rachael, Twyning Gloustershire

The garden, orchard, pool area and games room are great places to just hang out. We must mention the food which has been nothing short of spectacular every day- a taste sensation- we feel very privileged to have sampled it! see you soon we hope.!
Yvonne and Paul Bromley Kent

There are few places where everything creates an atmosphere you really don't want to miss. This is one of these very rare places.
Uta & Manfred, Much, Germany

A truly magnificent place-the location food!!! wine, company, garden all speak for themselves.
Robin and Lesley Cheltenham Gloucestershire

Fantastic Fantastic Fantastic!! You have made us feel like friends rather than guests.
Marcus, Sarah, Suzzanne, Emily and Caleb, Herstmonceaux, East Sussex

Know that you have made our stay in Europe exactly what we hoped it would be.
Jason and Julie, San Diago, USA

Having travelled the length and breadth of France and stayed in many locations- this rates as one of the very best. The accommodation was only surpassed by the quality of food served. Francis and Stewart Leslie Scotland

The best Bed and Breakfast in France! food was superb, atmosphere so relaxing with understated elegance.
Roger and Gini St Paul Minnesota USA

We had a fabulous stay and excellent food- can a B & B be Michelin Star !?? Thank you
Elaine and Nick Burman Ipswich Suffolk

Fantastic place! Very comfortable and food is great will definitely recommend- Five Star!
Graham and Bridget, Taunton, Somerset

Payment

In euros French euro cheque or travellers cheque.

Please note that we DO NOT AT ANY TIME ask for payment in advance on line by credit card

Bed & Breakfast Accommodation at Family Suite 2 bedrooms En-suite

Our family suite sleeps upto 6 persons very comfortably, the large principle bedroom has a king size bed and room for an additional cot or bed, leading off this is the dressing room, to the right of the dressing room is the bathroom (allowing complete privacy for all) with hydro jet shower, toilet and two separate vanity units. The children's room leads from the dressing room to the left with two single beds, a cabin bed and room for another bed or cot if necessary.

centrally heated, floor standing fans, T.V., tea and coffee making facilities and hairdryer.

Any combination of rooms can be booked up to the maximum 5 bedrooms with an occupancy of 15.  Please see separate accommodation descriptions.

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About Couhe in Vienne, Poitou Charentes

The owners will be happy to welcome you to the second sunniest spot in France, with undulating golden fields of sunflowers and maize , picturesque villages, wonderful walks and rivers . The Market Town of Couhe5(Large market on the 28th of each month) has a 12 century market hall, the Abbey of Valence (1230) and Its twin towered church. Couhe is famous for its Hazelnut and Walnut oil, French typical rural town with celebrations and festivals  also offering bars, restaurants and modern convenience of supermarkets , bank , post Office , leisure centre , and picnic area . Leaving the grounds by one of the gates you will find the river wending its way towards its  the abbey .

• Valley of the Monkeys Delightful and popular monkey park where monkeys roam free  15 mins
• Lezay with wonderful rural market every Tuesday  20 mins
• Melle Silver Mine and Historic Village with outside cafes  25 mins
• Ruffec Kayaking and fun in the lakes
• Chef  Boutonne  Renaissance Chateau at Jarvasay 25 mins
• Verteuil - with a wonderful Fairytail Charentes Chateau overlooking the river and watermill -25 mins
• Poitiers offers lots to see in terms of art and architecture as well as the impressive Notre Dame . The busy center is full of narrow, winding pedestrian streets ideal for shopping and exploring .
• Futuroscope For Those looking for adventure 30 mins
• Marais Poitievin (Green Venice) near Niort for a Day on the canals.
• Cognac / Jarnac with its famous cognac houses and Vineyards . 55 mins
• Angouleme standing astride an enormous hill with wonderful views, and Its wonderful array of pavement cafes 40 mins
• La Rochelle With a huge selection of seafood restaurants and Fort Bouyarde . Great harbor front, sandy beaches Marina and fabulous Aquarium with various Islands to discover . 1 and a half hours
• Limoges  famous for wonderful pottery with  Cobbled streets 1 and a half hours .
• Isles of Payre ' with boating, golfing , fishing , hiking  5 mins
• Rom - Roman remains and SAS graves - 5 mins
• Vivonne Canoeing and Kayaking  15 mins
• Chateau Chennonceau second most visited Renaissance Chateau in France 1 and a half hours
• Orador sur Glan Village of the Martyrs preserved since the massacre of the Germans I and a half hours

Local food markets can be found almost every day of the week, there are also many antique fairs and flea markets .

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

How To Get To Couhe in Vienne, South West France

 Ideally placed for stopovers en route to the south of France , 20 mins from Biard ( Poitiers ) Airport with direct flights from Stansted , Edinburgh and Birmingham . 20 minutes from the TGV , Halfway between the channel ports and the South .  3 hours from Paris and 2 hours from Bordeaux. 90 mins from La Rochelle and Limoges airports and 40 mins from Angoulême airport. All direct routes to Stansted.3 minutes from N10 , 4 and a half hours from the Spanish border.

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

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Facilities at Family Suite 2 bedrooms En-suite

Facility	Details
Type	Auberge, Country house (Bed and Breakfast)
Bedrooms	1 double, 1 triple
Baby cots	1
Spare beds	1
Bathrooms	1 bathroom(s)
Separate toilets	1
Capacity	6
Suitability	Suitable for children, Suitable for the elderly, Touring motorcyclists welcome
Linen	included

Facility	Details
Internal facilities	Board Games, CD player, Central heating (oil), Daily maid service, DVD player, English satellite TV, Fans in rooms, Games console, Hairdryer, Hi-fi system, Broadband Internet Access (Wi-fi), Owner on site, Radio, Telephone, TV, VCR, Wood burning fire or stove
Kitchen facilities	Fridge-Freezer, Ironing facilities, Microwave, Washing machine
External features on site	Barbecue, Fishing lake, Garden, Scenic views, Swimming pool (shared use)

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Availability at Family Suite 2 bedrooms En-suite

Availability last updated on: - Wednesday, May 16, 2012

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