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****Escape to breath-taking views and the gentle Charente-Maritime climate****

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

****Escape to breath-taking views and the gentle Charente-Maritime climate****

***New for 2023 - 2gb fibre broadband + Amazon Firestick TV***
Recently renovated Chai (Barrel Store) in a beautiful setting with 360 degree views and the gentle Charente-Maritime climate. Surrounded by Vineyards and Sunflowers yet within 10 minutes’ walk of Village amenities. Equally ideal for couples looking for a romantic break in a breath-taking setting or for families wanting to make the most of their time together. The Chai is a larger than average, comfortably furnished, and well-equipped holiday base which enjoys exclusive use of the heated leisure pool, English language/French/International TV and Home Theatre system. With 4 generously proportioned bedrooms and two bathrooms The Chai at La Chapelle comfortably sleeps 8 people and is conveniently arranged over a single floor.

Property manager

Anne Styles

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,799 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Léoville, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

  • Les Antilles de Jonzac - 14 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Casino Jonzac - 14 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Jonzac Thermal Baths - 15 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Circuit de Haute Saintonge - 26 min drive - 27.1 km
  • Hennessy Cognac Company - 45 min drive - 42.6 km

Getting around

  • Fontaines-d'Ozillac Station - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bébés Pizzas - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Le Gourmand - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Jaulin André - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Brasseur Christian - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Chez Shaz - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does ****Escape to breath-taking views and the gentle Charente-Maritime climate**** have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is ****Escape to breath-taking views and the gentle Charente-Maritime climate**** pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ****Escape to breath-taking views and the gentle Charente-Maritime climate****?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ****Escape to breath-taking views and the gentle Charente-Maritime climate****?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ****Escape to breath-taking views and the gentle Charente-Maritime climate**** located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Les Antilles de Jonzac, Lac Baron Desqueyroux, and Casino Jonzac. Office de Tourisme du Canton de Montendre and Jonzac Thermal Baths are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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****Escape to breath-taking views and the gentle Charente-Maritime climate**** Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 27 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jess C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location and the perfect property
Our family of 4 children from 7 to 15 and 2 adults had a wonderful stay. Anne and Martin were wonderful hosts, offering recommendations and being available to help if needed. The property is so spacious and the garden is AMAZING!! The pool obviously being a massive hit with the kids. We had all we needed for a relaxing holiday in a beautiful part of France.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonja B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place to stay
We had a wonderful time, the scenery to do amazing. The house is well equipped with everything you need. The owners were so helpful. Honestly can’t fault it and we will definitely be back next year.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A superb holiday
We have just had a fantastic two weeks at the Chai. The property is superb - the photos in the listing actually don't do it justice. Pool was used daily and is the perfect size. Anne is a wonderful host - really helpful with any questions about the property and local area. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Terry W.

Great location!
We had a lovely holiday here with many attractions and site seeing opportunities within easy reach. The Chai is very well equipt and is a relaxing place to stay, with its own pool and decking to watch the sun go down. The owners are extremely kind and welcoming and are always on hand if required to offer advice on days out or assist with any queries. Would recommend staying here for families and couples. I will definitely return with my family again!! A*

10/10 Excellent

Chris & Becky A., Embsay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property in good location
We stayed for two weeks in this lovely property. The pool and games room were both big hits with our children - especially the pink flamingo in the pool! We had a warm welcome and, while it felt very private, the owners were close at hand if we ever needed anything. We did lots of exploring during our stay and found some great places to visit. For longer days trips we really enjoyed Bordeaux, La Rochelle and Dune de Pilat. More locally, Pons and Jonzac were both lovely. There was plenty of room in the property and it was well equipped with everything we needed. The beautiful sun sets over the surrounding vineyards were a treat every evening. We would definitely return to this house.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tim P., Canterbury

Great property, met all our expectations,
Ann & Martin were great hosts. This was our first sortie to the Bordeaux region of France. We stayed at the Chai at La Chappelle having driven all the way from Kent. Ann and Martin greeted us in a typical French relaxed manor and we were grateful for the welcome pack, it enabled us to have a cup of tea and a dip in the pool after the long drive. The flamingo in the pool caused much merriment for us and our family at home (once photos were supplied to them). The accommodation in a quiet rural area with spectacular views was clean, spacious and well kitted out for all our needs Martin and Ann with their local knowledge were happy to spend time helping us plan our excursions. The local village hosts a butcher, baker and in the summer a pop up restaurant which we really enjoyed all within a healthy 25 min walking distance. We would recommend the property to anyone who seeks a quiet relaxed, secure, rural location with drivable access to many places of interest.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jane N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family holiday
We had two lovely week holiday at The Chai and cannot fault anything. Anne and her husband are the perfect hosts-friendly, welcoming and happy to provide ideas and advice for places to visit. They were always available but never intrusive. The house had everything we needed for a comfortable stay and was spotlessly clean. We loved the pool (it was an ideal temperature) and the plentiful children's games were a bonus. The garden was perfect for the children to play in too, enclosed and lots of space for them to run around. Have to mention the views and the beautiful sunsets as well! Highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rianne J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super!
We werden welkom geheten door zeer vriendelijke gastvrouw Anne en haar man. Wat een mooi ruim huis met een prachtig uitzicht en zwembad. Ook heel kindvriendelijk door de aparte ruimte met tafeltennistafel, tafelvoetbal, kinderstoelen en allerlei ander kinderspeelgoed en spelletjes.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Marja D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Groot huis met prachtige tuin
Groot huis aan de rand van Léoville met 4 ruime slaapkamers en 2 badkamers (waarvan 1 ensuite). Prachtig grote tuin waar je op elk moment van de dag in de zon of schaduw kunt zitten. Vanuit de tuin keek je over mooie velden met bloemen. Het zwembad was mooi en had precies de goede maat voor onze 3 kinderen van 3, 5 en 6 jaar. In de schuur stond heel veel speelgoed en vooral de voetbaltafel was een groot succes. Er is ook genoeg te doen in de omgeving. We hebben verschillende plaatsjes bezocht die de moeite waard zijn zoals Jonzac en Aubeterre-sur-Dronne. Het strand ligt op een uurtje rijden. Anne is ten slotte een hele fijne gastvrouw. Ze staat altijd klaar om je vragen te beantwoorden en heeft veel tips over bezienswaardigheden in de buurt. Heel erg bedankt voor 2 leuke weken!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pieter V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Leuke vakantie
Prima ontvangst Net en proper Zwembad met perfecte afmetingen Discrete verhuurders Vragen en problemen werden onmiddellijk beantwoord/aangepakt Linnen werd na een week ververst Zwembad werd op regelmatige basis gepoetst Zeer leuk en goed (grill)restaurant op 3 kilometer Tafeltennis/speelgoed aanwezig Barbecue aanwezig Een aanrader! Thx Ann and Matthew
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Emmanuelle L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Séjour plutôt frustrant
Les propriétaires étaient à l'autre bout de la maison, dans une partie contiguë et nous ne nous sommes pas sentis chez nous mais chez eux. avec impossibilité d'inviter qui que ce soit. Impossibilité qu'il y ait plus de 2 voitures garées. Séjour totalement gâché. Aucune liberté.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Didier L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Belle propriété
Belle propriété, très spacieuse, grand terrain très agréable. Belle piscine. Pas assez équipée en vaisselle et plat pour famille nombreuse... Nous y avons séjourné pour 1 week-end prolongé avec 1 météo médiocre et la maison n'étant pas équipée de chauffage, nous avons eu très froid . Il y avait bien 1 poêle à bois mais pas de bois à disposition, obligé de demander du bois aux propriétaires régulièrement mais donné au compte-gouttes !!! Piscine très froide, pas chauffée comme annoncée.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

francis c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Séjour en famille
La propriété est parfaite pour une famille de 8 personnes. Nous étions 7 adultes , un enfant de 5 ans et un bébé de 8 mois. Tout est fonctionnel. Il y a des jouets pour tous les âges, un espace exceptionnel dans toutes les pièces avec un hangar abrité pour se protéger de la pluie qui était malheureusement omniprésente pendant notre séjour (mai 2021). Néanmoins la piscine est grande et chauffée. Le jardin immense qui a permis à tous de profiter de l'environnement très bucolique. Par contre le poêle à bois dans le salon/salle à manger était non utilisable et la maison n'est pas chauffée à l'exception de la salle de bain. L'accueil très chaleureux d'Anne fait oublié ce petit soucis et nous y retournerons volontiers à l'occasion.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hélène C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacances au top avec des amis
Nous avons passé de bonnes vacances dans cette propriété idéale avec sa piscine et son grand jardin pour les enfants. En bonus une multitude de jeux à disposition au top

10/10 Excellent

Myriam B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Très approprié pour un séjour avec des enfants
Le chai est très spacieux et très bien équipé quand on séjourne avec des enfants. Les propriétaires sont très agréables. L’endroit est très calme, entouré de vignes et de champs. Nous avons passé une très bonne semaine et recommandons cet endroit!

10/10 Excellent

Laurence L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Génial !!!
Anne et son mari nous ont accueilli avec sourire et bienveillance dans ce chai magnifique, très spacieux, au calme et avec des couchés de soleil à couper le souffle ! Nous avons passé 2 superbes semaines dans ce petit coin de paradis. Nos 3 ados ont également adoré ! La piscine est grande et permet de nager aisément. Les draps sont fournis et les lits faits. Les serviettes de toilettes mais aussi celles pour la piscine sont prévues. Encore merci Anne pour votre gentillesse. Laurence et Fabrice
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Annick E., Evergem

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marvelous!
We liked the very nice and large house a lot and enjoyed our stay very much. Spacious rooms, a very nice pool with a stunning view at any time during the day. To Anne and Martin: thank you very much for your hospitality. There was not any question that you didn't answer and not a single request that wasn 't fullfilled! Thank you for having us! Kind regards from the Belgians!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

JAMES H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property in stunning surroundings
This beautiful house is very, very spacious with great facilities. Set on a large plot just on the outskirts of Léoville, it is simply stunning. The pool is great and suited our 3 kids brilliantly and there were plenty of inflatables and toys in the games room. We were 2 families and the open plan living space and patio suited us well. The holiday as a whole really did exceed our expectations. Highly recommend to anyone thinking of booking, particularly large parties.

10/10 Excellent

Victoria G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous property with the most stunning views.
We have just returned from a fabulous week and wish we had booked for two weeks. The property is perfect for families holidaying together, the property has everything you would need and there is lots to keep the children entertained. The views are breathtaking and Anne and Martin were the perfect hosts. Thank you for a fabulous week!

10/10 Excellent

Corinne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Charmant Séjour
Nous avons passé un très bon séjour. Propriétaires très agréables. Nous aimerions maintenant pouvoir récupérer notre caution.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

gery d.

Nice house with beautiful surroundings
Very beautiful, big house, well equiped (toys and garden furniture included) and very nice people! A real recommendation!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Julien Florent V.

Un moment de détente inoubliable en famille
Un lieu très beau et confortable Des hôtes charmants et chaleureux Bref une réussite !
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Clémence R.

Havre de paix dans un coin de paradis
Nous sommes partis entre amis avec notre petite fille de 1 an et avons passé un incroyable séjour. Tout d'abord, la maison est très belle et le cadre est magnifique. Tout l'équipement nécessaire aux enfants et aux adultes est disponible (lit enfant et lit bébé, chaise haute, table de ping pong,...) Le bonus, Anne & Martin sont vraiments des hôtes accueillants!! À refaire!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wayne T.

Excellent accommodation in a beautiful rural setting
We have just returned from our first holiday in France at The Chai and were totally taken back by this lovely part of France. Anne and Martin were lovely hosts from the moment we met them and throughout our two week stay were always happy to help and guide us to the best attractions and places to visit. The accommodation was superb, clean and very spacious and catered for our two families each with a teenager. The pool was ideal along with the barn with its table tennis and many recreational items as well as the large and spacious area outside which was ideal for alfresco dining, we had many a happy evening spent having a BBQ and watching the beautiful sunsets. We would highly recommend this property and would not hesitate to visit again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Stacie A.

Beautiful and relaxing
We stayed for 10 days in August 2016 and were immediately blown away by the property, the garden and the stunning views. The bedrooms were all comfortable and the kitchen was fully equipped. The pool was lovely and with a 2 year old and 11 month old running around the raised style was perfect as we didn't need to worry about any unexpected swims! There were lots of toys and games for the kiddies to play with during the day. The views from the garden were wonderful and every evening we enjoyed the lovely sunsets with a glass of wine! There was only one restaurant in the village which was a BBQ style and was a bit too far to walk in the evening so we tended to head out in the car if we were eating out. I would definately reccomend the Chai for families with children. A beautiful, spacious place, with everything you need and sunsets to always remember!