Farmhouse, sleeps 9, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
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Jane Franklin
(Advertising since March 2004)
Tel: + 44 (0)1283 791376
Tel 2: + 44 (0)7977 111060
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Please mention French Connections.
The pool (1 / 14)
The kitchen (2 / 14)
Lounge (3 / 14)
main bedroom upstairs (4 / 14)
bedroom 2 upstairs (3 singles) (5 / 14)
downstairs bedroom (6 / 14)
downstairs en-suite (7 / 14)
main bathroom (8 / 14)
lounge view 2 (9 / 14)
adjoining bedrooms 2 & 3 upstairs (10 / 14)
View of house (11 / 14)
Front of house (12 / 14)
House and pool (13 / 14)
Rear of house showing covered eating area (14 / 14)
Traditional 18th Century Farmhouse with Pool
This traditional stone farmhouse has been beautifully restored and nestles in a river valley, approximately 12 miles to the east of Mansle and 15 miles south of Ruffec. Situated in a rural area in it's own ¾ acre grounds with private heated pool, the property is surrounded by beautiful countryside and woodlands. A perfect base to explore this wonderful region and enjoy its superb climate.
This well equipped 4-bed farmhouse is situated in the valley of the River Sonnette, in rural Charente. It will comfortably sleep up to 9 people plus a cot if required. It is 15 miles south of Ruffec and only 30 minutes from the bustling city of Angoulême. It is set back off a country road in a walled courtyard, with the nearest French neighbour approximately 150 yards away. The nearest supermarket is just 10 minutes drive, and there are hypermarkets at Ruffec which is about 20 minutes drive. There is a boulangerie and traditional French bar/restaurant 3-4 minutes away (by car) in Valence, although the owners often cycle there!
Downstairs
There are terracotta floor tiles, exposed stone walls and beamed ceilings throughout the ground floor. Electric wall heaters in all bedrooms.
- Living room with wonderful old original fireplace which holds a wood-burning stove (logs provided!). There is a TV (free to air British channels), CD/Hi-fi, comfortable sofas, table football and French windows which open out to the rear garden with gravel terrace.
- Kitchen which is well equipped with Belfast sink, dishwasher, gas cooker, microwave and small fridge. There is a large central island work surface, and a dining table which seats 10 people.
- Laundry with double French style sink, washing machine, upright fridge with freezer section, iron etc.
- Double Bedroom with double bed and en-suite shower room, washbasin and WC.
Upstairs
The spacious bedrooms have been created in the attic area with beamed ceilings throughout. Stairs from the living room lead onto:
- A spacious landing with bookcase.
- Bathroom with bath and separate shower cubicle, washbasin and WC.
- Main Bedroom, a beautiful room with a king-sized bed, original wooden floor, stone chimney breast, chest of drawers, wardrobe and views of the sunflowers when they are in bloom!
- Large Bedroom with 3 single beds, wardrobe/shelf unit and adjoining door to...
- Double Bedroom with 2 single beds, double futon, and wardrobe/shelf unit.
Outside
- Garden area of ½ acre mainly to grass.
- Heated Pool 10 x 5 metres with underwater lighting with roman steps at shallower end (1.2m) sloping to 1.6m at deepest point. Terrace area around pool with sun-loungers. Solar heated poolside shower. Pool area enclosed and gated.
- Courtyard area with gates which lead to the lane. Graveled and suitable for boules which are provided.
- Barn which houses garden furniture, Kettle barbecue, table tennis table, logs and yes, Les Hiboux (The Owls)!
Please add to the summary at the top of the page that the pool is heated.
It is 15 miles south of Ruffec and only 30 minutes from the bustling city of Angouleme. It is set back off a country road in a walled courtyard, with the nearest neighbor approximately 150 yards away. The nearest supermarket is just 10 minutes drive, and there are hypermarkets at Ruffec which is about 20 minutes drive. The nearest Boulangerie is an 8 minute drive , but pain/baguettes can be purchased at the local bar which is about 3/4 minutes away.
The area offers a wide choice of things to do.
There are beautiful villages such as Nanteuil-en Vallée with it's pretty streets, or larger, bus routes such as La Rochefaucauld or Angoulême .
A variety of sports are available nearby. Golf, karting, horse riding, ice-skating, canoeing along the Charente River , and there is a number of water sports available at the man-made beaches of Lac de Lavaud or Angoulême.
The distilleries of Cognac are one of the most beautiful chateaux to see in the world. Futuroscope is an hour away, and the 'Valley of the Monkeys' is a must for children and adults alike. The area offers restaurants and bars to suit every taste.
Local amenities
Nearest bakery: Saint Angeau
Nearest supermarket: MANSLE/ Ruffec
Nearest market:
Nearest pharmacy:
Nearest bar: Valence
Tourist information: MANSLE
Ventouse on the map
Property 5227 –
Nearby place of interest
How to get to La Ferme des Hiboux
Please contact the owner for full directions.
Access options
Car Essential
Nearest airport
The nearest serviceable airport is Angouleme [ANG]
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| Property type | Farmhouse (Self-catering) |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Bedrooms |
2 double bedroom(s) 1 triple bedroom(s) 1 twin bedroom(s) 1 additional bed(s) 1 cot(s) |
| Occupancy | 9 |
| Suitability | Suitable for children, Suitable for the elderly, Unsuitable for wheelchair access, Non-smoking |
| Linen | Bed linen & housetowels provided. Please bring pool/beach towels. Cot linen not provided. |
| Kitchen facilities | Dishwasher, Freezer, Fridge, Cooker, Ironing facilities, Microwave, Tumble dryer, Washing machine, Gas hob, Gas oven, Fridge-Freezer, Range cooker |
| Internal facilities | English satellite TV, Exclusive rental, Hi-fi system, Owner not on site, Telephone, TV, Wood burning fire or stove, Electric heaters, Hairdryer, Tea/Coffee making facilities |
| External facilities | Garden, Swimming pool (exclusive use), Barbecue |
| Activities nearby | Canoeing, Cycling, Go karting, Golf, Horse riding, Ice skating, Riverside activities, Sightseeing, Swimming, Table tennis, Theme parks, Tree adventure park, Water sports, Wine tasting, Wine touring |
Changeover day: Saturday
Last updated on: 28th June 2020
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Additional price notes
All prices are in GBP per week, Saturday 4pm-Saturday 10am. Prices are based on 2-10 persons.
2 additional beds available at £75.00 per bed per week
Pool towels are not available.