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A beautifully restored stone property overlooking the stunning Charente river.

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TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8255 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    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.

A beautifully restored stone property overlooking the stunning Charente river.

Hill House ( La Maison Colline ) is set in a traditional small farming hamlet overlooking the picturesque Charente river and the village of Luxe. The configuration of the living space makes it perfect for couples and small parties. Children and pets (by agreement ) will enjoy a safe and spacious environment.

Covid 19 cleaning protocol. We are well aware of the importance of maintaining your safety and peace of mind. I assure you that the house will be cleaned according to current guidelines before and after each stay.

This is a recently renovated detached old house (circa 1850) with stone outbuildings and much character. The light and airy downstairs living space is built on several levels so features a few steps between rooms. The house is set to ensure it stays cool on the hottest of days while the outdoor space follows the sun all day long.

Hill House offers a home from home experience. The large kitchen / diner is fully equipped including dishwasher, fridge, freezer and microwave plus dual fuel oven. A separate laundry / cloakroom room includes tumble dryer as well as a washing machine.

The double bedroom has ensuite facilities, the twin has access to landing shower and toilet. All bedrooms are upstairs although a second day room with a sofa bed can act as a third bedroom if needed. Both bedrooms are in a more recent part of the old house.

The courtyards around the house provide different options for alfresco dining. The large enclosed south facing garden has great views across the river. Amidst the fruit trees there is space for the patio furniture, sun loungers and suitable setups for BBQ's.

Situated between the Bordeaux wine areas and those of Cognac, it is an ideal base for exploring the beauty and heritage of the Charente region and the many nearby ancient villages and market towns.The historic villages of Tusson and Aigre are a short distance away and part of the ancient Camino routes. Tusson can also be reached by a 6km walk across the fields behind the house.

La Haute Terne is a quiet, friendly, safe and welcoming community of 26 houses. Luxe is a pretty, traditional village sat on the river. It has a highly rated restaurant; train connections to Paris and Bordeaux; a private fishing lake with lakeside cafe and children's play area, Pharmacie and petrol station with tabac and shop - all within easy walking distance. River fishing is also possible iand a popular past time locally. The Hippodrome race course in Luxe is the venue for many local festive activities all year round along with the horse racing.
Riverside Mansle is the nearest town 7 kilometres away with two large supermarkets, a range of restaurants and traditional shops plus kayaking.
The nearby market town of Ruffec has a lovely river beach where you can enjoy swimming as well as kayaking / canoeing. Thirty minutes away in region capital Angouleme these leisure opportunities also exist; along with the Nautilus water park which has a range of waterslides, Olympic size pool and is on the same site as a free, large, child-safe swimming lake.
An hour's drive also gives you access to other must see attractions including Futuroscope theme park near Poitiers which offers high-tech fun for all the family with many 3D and 4D simulator experiences and evening shows.

Limoges, Poitiers and Bordeaux and La Rochelle airports service the area. Limoges and Poitiers are the closest and can be reached in just over 1 hour. The other two in under 2 hours. Good rail and road connections make moving around the area very easy. In particular travelling to Angouleme by train or road. The local station, Luxe Gare, is about a 15 minute walk away. From Anguoleme there are frequent TGV fast connections to and from Paris and Bordeaux. Taxis are available from Mansle and there are buses. However to make the best of your stay a car is essential. The port of Caen is approximately 4.5 hours drive, Dieppe 5.5 hrs and Calais is about 7 hours depending on traffic. It takes 15 minutes from the house to the major N10 route which feeds into the A10 a main auto route from Paris to Bordeaux.

Property manager

Lin Glover

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Tennis on site
  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2745 sq ft (255 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Prior agreement required

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Not suitable for very young children due to steps.

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
Note from host: No events as set in quiet hamlet
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Luxé, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

  • Mansle Tourism Office - 8 min drive
  • Géant Casino - 26 min drive
  • The Comics Museum - 28 min drive
  • Angouleme Cathedral - 29 min drive
  • Château de la Rochefoucauld - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • Luxe Station - 18 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Compostelle - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Le Square - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Plaisir - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Gâteaux - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant les Nymphéas - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A beautifully restored stone property overlooking the stunning Charente river. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A beautifully restored stone property overlooking the stunning Charente river. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A beautifully restored stone property overlooking the stunning Charente river. ?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is A beautifully restored stone property overlooking the stunning Charente river. located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Mansle Tourism Office, Cognac Gautier, and Aigre Tourism Office. Montignac-Charente Tourism Office is 10.1 mi (16.2 km) away. Luxe Station is 18 minutes by foot.

A beautifully restored stone property overlooking the stunning Charente river. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Chris B.

The negatives
When we first arrived late afternoon after travelling down from Normandy all the shutters were closed and the property was dark and did not feel very welcoming and we felt it was damp. We telephoned the agents Phil and Allison who arrived within the hour who explained that they felt it was cold rather than damp. We put heating on in all the rooms which improved the feeling in the property. We showed the agents what we assumed to be a bread basket that was in the centre of the table that was not very clean , but since then it has been explained this it was used for keys When we left we put our household rubbish bags in the green bin for collection only to find the previous peoples rubbish there. I telephoned the agents twice and sent a text to explain about the rubbish but even to this day have never received a reply It would be a nice idea too to have bread and milk as a welcome pack as we had to turn out for both after a long journey
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Martin G.

spacious, well equipped property full of character.
clean well equipped property with plenty of space. It is in a quiet hamlet, a short walk to the bar, restaurants, convenience shop and railway station. Our party comprised of 4 adults, who had come to see the motor racing at nearby Angouleme, so we appreciated the space and especially the showers and toilets. We only eat out once, at the nearby lake bar and restaurant, so did a fair amount of self catering where we found the property's cooker, pots, pans,utensils, crockery and dishwasher, well up for the job. We all enjoyed staying here and would recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Clotilde B.

Liked: Cleanliness
maison agréable propriétaire très gentil
très bonne communication avec la propriétaire, la maison était propre, lits faits c'est très appréciable! En revanche la rue laisse un peu à désirer....
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Catherine L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location formidable
La maison est spacieuse, très jolie et très bien aménagée. Il y a tout ce qu'il faut pour la cuisine, le linge, les ventilateurs sont très appréciables lors des fortes chaleurs. L'environnement est très calme et parfait pour se ressourcer. Et la région est très belle.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Régine R., FRANCE

Liked: Cleanliness
Séjour familial
La propriété s'est avérée à la hauteur de nos attentes. Notre famille, composée de 6 adultes, 2 enfants et un bébé, a pu s'y installer en réservant à chacun une intimité et un calme nécessaires à de bonne vacances. L'espace extérieur est idéal pour prendre les repas et les enfants ont pu y faire des jeux. Super séjour
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019