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Traditional French farmhouse, private pool, stunning country views, sleeps 10

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Dining
Property grounds
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10150 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Traditional French farmhouse, private pool, stunning country views, sleeps 10

Escape to this charming & very popular French Farmhouse
Just 10 days left in August 2025! Contact us now to secure your booking!

Now booking for SUMMER 2026!

LATEST 5 STAR REVIEW:

" ... fabulous family farmhouse in the Charente ..... all utilities & attributes provided as announced and even more.Excellent ....."
A.V. August 2024

"Wonderful week with the family in a dream house
Everything was perfect for us! We had a great time! Thank you for everything!
Can really recommand!!!"

Y.S. July 2024


Super review from returning guests:

"Thank you so much for everything, La Petite Pommeraie is such a special place, we all had a wonderful break!"
Donna & Scott B, July 2024

The views across the countryside will take your breath away. This traditional & spacious Charentaise farmhouse gite is located in South West France! Set in the rural countryside of the wonderful Charente region of France, on the border of the Dordogne, this French 'longere' farmhouse easily sleeps 10 guests in five bedrooms and includes a private pool with its own auvent (covered dining area) barbecue facilities - ideal for families, friends or couples wanting space and time to relax and take time out.
All the double rooms have kingsize beds, with one of these rooms being en-suite.

Embrace the slower pace of life, meander through sleepy villages, vineyards, cafes and winding rivers.

We are delighted to have many fantastic 5 Star reviews - please take a look in the Reviews section:

"Fabulous Three Generations Family Holiday
A wonderful well equipped holiday home in a stunning location. Wendy was extremely helpful from the booking in process right through to the holiday and even purchased a bike seat for our granddaughter so that she could join us on our bike rides. Everyone was catered for with the use of bikes, table football, pool table, outdoor and indoor games and much more. The pool was a great hit with all the family. We explored the local area and found plenty to see and do. We can thoroughly recommend the restaurant in Montboyer and also Creperie de la Source in Aubeterre. The only downside was that a week wasn't long enough!" August 2022

"Séjour paisible dans une très jolie demeure
Vacances à six très réussies à la Petite Pommeraie, chambres spacieuses et 3 salles de bain très agréables. La piscine et le jardin offre une magnifique vue sur la campagne. Le Must : le ciel étoilé sans pollution lumineuse pour les amateurs d’étoiles". August 2021

"A fantastic stay ......." July 2019

"Peaceful bliss ..... " June 2019

"Absolutely beautiful place to stay, kick back and relax ...." August 2018

"Stunning house in an idyllic location ........" - review from August 2018.

"Superb experience from start to finish ......." - review from August 2018.

Our lovely French farm house offers traditional features, a rustic feel and is furnished in a simple and comfortable style. Fresh cotton bedding and fresh white towels to make guests feel at home and a well equipped kitchen in order to prepare and eat fresh local food.

And then there are the wonderful views of the Charentaise countryside of South West France - from the terrace, from the house and from the pool. Watch the sun come up over the old lime tree, take in the fields of sunflowers, corn and maize. Then in the evening sunsets to amaze you as you relax by the pool.

The house is a detached 'longere' farmhouse and has a HEATED PRIVATE POOL (in ground, 8m x 4m, heated by solar panels, with sole use) with an auvent and barbecue area. A bright and airy kitchen/dining room leads onto a raised terrace with panoramic views of the rural countryside, where you can sit and relax. There are large areas of lawn and a selection of fruit trees, including apples (Pommeraie means "apple orchard"), cherries, fig, nectarines etc. There are trees in the terrace garden to provide just one of many places to sit in the shade and enjoy the view ..... and a hammock hidden away in the orchard. This beautiful farmhouse sleeps 10 guests across five bedrooms: all double rooms have kingsize beds and two with single/twin beds. (One of the twin rooms can be made into a kingsize bed by zipping the beds together. Please ask if. you would like us to do this.)

One of the bedrooms is very large with en-suite facilities, with its own coffee or tea making facilities.

There are travel cots available on request if required.

The kitchen/dining room is spacious with a large farm house table, ample storage, a cooker & hob, larder fridge with freezer and dishwasher and is very well equipped for cooking for all the family. There is a large ceiling fan to keep the room cool.
Amongst other kitchen appliances, there is a Delonghi coffee machine so you can enjoy coffee and croissant on the terrace. There is a separate laundry room with a washing machine and an additional freezer and a microwave.
There is a large sitting room with comfy sofas, Sky TV and access to the terrace - cool and airy in the heat of the summer and cosy by the woodburner on cooler spring and autumn evenings.
There is a pool table & table football in the games room.
There is a family bathroom with bath, separate shower & electric towel rail. In addition there is a shower room with an electric towel rail.
There is air-con or heating available in the bedrooms if required.
Renovated early in 2015, we then relocated the kitchen to the centre of the farmhouse in 2018 - you can see how this lovely house has a welcoming warmth and lots of character.
We welcome enquiries, as we realise it is important to know as much as possible when planning a week or two in France. Please do drop us an email or give us a call if you need more information, a plan of the rooms, further details of the surrounding area. There are plenty of photos on this site, together with a couple of videos showing the unique location of this house and its pool.

The house is situated on the Charente/Dordogne border - a great base for visiting the surrounding region: Bordeaux to the south west, La Rochelle to the north west, Bergerac to the south and also Perigieux and the gorges near Sarlat to the south east.

Please note - if booking instantly we prefer a arrival and departure is on a Saturday. If you need to check days and dates, please send us a message. Thank you and we look forward to hearing from you.

Property manager

Wendy & Simon Johnson

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Fence around the pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Golfing on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1615 sq ft (150 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

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

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Up to 2 well behaved dogs considered

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: two twin-bedded rooms and travel cots available

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 required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Montboyer, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

  • Chalais Tourism Office - 7 min drive
  • Aubeterre-sur-Dronne Tourism Office - 15 min drive
  • Monolithic Church of Saint-Jean - 16 min drive
  • Circuit de Haute Saintonge - 21 min drive
  • Les Antilles de Jonzac - 51 min drive

Getting around

  • Chalais Station - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Flore - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Crêperie Sel et Sucre - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪La Taverne - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Le Garage - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Chez Isa - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Traditional French farmhouse, private pool, stunning country views, sleeps 10 have a pool?

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

Is Traditional French farmhouse, private pool, stunning country views, sleeps 10 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Traditional French farmhouse, private pool, stunning country views, sleeps 10?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Traditional French farmhouse, private pool, stunning country views, sleeps 10?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Traditional French farmhouse, private pool, stunning country views, sleeps 10 located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Chalais Tourism Office, Trarieux Square, and Saint-Jacques Church. Monolithic Church of Saint-Jean and Aubeterre-sur-Dronne Tourism Office are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Traditional French farmhouse, private pool, stunning country views, sleeps 10 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 52 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Annie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
La petite pommerai family holiday
We enjoyed ou holiday at this fabulous family farmhouse in the Charente region very much. All utilities and attributes provided as announced, and even more. Excellent Pool accommodation with poolhouse and secured for children by hedges.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yonathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful week with the family in a dream house
Everything was perfect for us! We had a great time! Thank you for everything! Can really recommand!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

MATHIEU K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property
Nice property in a peaceful environment
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hugo H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
lovely house in the French countryside
We had a wonderful stay at La petit Pommenaie. We enjoyed the great views, the pool and the lovely garden. The old farmhouse was well equipped with great rooms and good beds.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

Lovely famhouse
We really enjoyed your lovely farmhouse as we found very practical and beatiful. With the fantastic wiew and outdoor areas, both kids and adults just loved this place. Thank you for a realy wonderful and relaxing week at your fantastic farmhouse!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

Helen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Review
This is a lovely, well equipped property in a stunning location. The only small niggle was that the pool had a very green line all around above the waterline. However if you wish a truly relaxing stay, this is the place for you
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rachael V.

Another wonderful holiday at La Pomme
This is our second stay here and we love it. We are booked to come back in September . The views are fabulous and I've never felt so comfortable in a holiday home. Wendy and John are very good hosts and make sure you have everything you may need. We don't want to go anywhere else now !!

10/10 Excellent

Glyn A.

Fabulous Holiday Home
We absolutely loved this house and its location, facilities, views, features, size and practicality. All of us would certainly return. The owners were most helpful and friendly. A great holiday. Thank you. Excellent accommodation for more than one family.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rachael V.

Relaxing break in beautiful farmhouse with stunning views !!
My husband and I spent the week here 3-10 September for our wedding anniversary. What a stunning place , I didn't want to leave. The farmhouse was spotlessly clean , had everything we needed for our stay and what can I say about the views breathtaking We mainly spent the week enjoying the pool and the views with s few trips to mnesrby Aubeterre and Brantome . The hosts Wendy and Simon wee very welcoming and helpful and we knew if we had any problem there would be s local contact nearby who would help . We will definitely be coming back !! Thank you for a wonderful relaxing week .
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn Keene K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Three Generations Family Holiday
A wonderful well equipped holiday home in a stunning location. Wendy was extremely helpful from the booking in process right through to the holiday and even purchased a bike seat for our granddaughter so that she could join us on our bike rides. Everyone was catered for with the use of bikes, table football, pool table, outdoor and indoor games and much more. The pool was a great hit with all the family. We explored the local area and found plenty to see and do. We can thoroughly recommend the restaurant in Montboyer and also Creperie de la Source in Aubeterre. The only downside was that a week wasn't long enough!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fantastic place to relax and unwind
We eventually got out holiday in Montboyer, after COVID scuppered our 2020 plans, and it was definitely worth the wait! Wendy and Simon were brilliant with all their information and communications for our trip. We were a three generation group plus a dog, and we found the house, pool and gardens accommodated us all very well. The house is spacious and airy, and very well equipped. It's a very peaceful setting, with a wonderful views. We really did relax and unwind. We visited some great local villages, markets and restaurants in the surrounding area. We've stayed in many holiday houses in France and would definitely recommend this one; we'd all love to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane K., Taunton Somerset

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Family Celebrations
Our holiday was booked a year ago giving us time to make arrangements for our family to join in my 60th Birthday celebrations. During these unprecedented times due to Covid19 our plans took many twists and turns. Wendy and Simon could not have been more flexible and understanding right up until our day of travel when quarantine restrictions where placed on travel to France. We decided to carry on regardless. We went with high hopes and expectations. We were not disappointed. The house and grounds were even better in reality. We were a party of 9 ranging in age from 3 to 60. There was plenty of space for everyone to join in together yet you could still find a quiet spot if you wanted. The pool area and views are fabulous. The quality of furniture and kitchen equipment were great. We thoroughly recommend this beautiful holiday home in its peaceful location.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

James E.

Great location and good value for money
This property is located in a lovely shallow valley, and is surrounded by countryside making it very private. There is a train line in the valley, however this adds to the charm, it almost looks like a model railway; trains passing do not provide disruption to the peace. Family members spent many hours just resting by the pool in the hot sun, or in the shaded hammock watching the birds, insects and the odd train pass by, and then taking a dip in the private pool. The property was much larger than we expected, and features a further sitting room that was not mentioned at the time of booking within the property description. The kitchen was well equipped, we managed to cook for six people comfortably, albeit a few additional sharp knives and glasses would have been useful on occasion. All the appliances were clean, in good working order and are easy to use. In the pool house, there is a BBQ and a further fridge, and a covered dining area that provides a place for adults to sit, drink, eat and chat while watching over the children’s safety while they play in the pool. The air-conditioning in the bedrooms and kitchen was very welcome during some of the hot nights. The broadband internet is provided via the mobile network over a 3G dongle, this means that it is quite limited – however, this should be expected in rural France. There is Sky TV installed with UK channels, which provided some entertainment and allowed us to keep up to date with current affairs if required. In an outside storage area there are three adult bikes, and two children’s bikes (ages 8 – 14). The brilliant white towels and bed linen provided were crisp and clean; the towels were replaced midway through. No pool towels are provided. The pool was attended to midway through, the water was clear and not heavily chlorinated. Any issues that we raised with the owner were resolved quickly and amicably. We would recommend, with caveats; holidays are a subjective experience, and people have different tastes, standards and requirements for furnishings/amenities, entertainment and activities – for our family the location, privacy and peace and quiet was perfectly relaxing, and we would consider returning. Overall we felt that the property represented good value for money. Chalalis, the local large town is lovely, and easy to navigate to. We would recommend a visit to Montboyer to the Bar Restaurant, the meals are very good value for money at 13 EUR for 3 courses including wine.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Séjour paisible dans une très jolie demeure
Vacances à six très réussies à la Petite Pommeraie, chambres spacieuses et 3 salles de bain très agréables. La piscine et le jardin offre une magnifique vue sur la campagne. Le Must : le ciel étoilé sans pollution lumineuse pour les amateurs d’étoiles
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alexis P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super
Super séjour, cadre calme et correspondant à nos choix, dommage pour la météo capricieuse. Nous conseillons.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Avre de Paix
Cette merveilleuse demeure à surpassée nos attentes ! Demeure très chaleureuse ! Nous la recommendons à 100%
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elise P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Belle découverte
Nous avons passé une semaine très agréable à Montboyer. La maison était super bien équipée, idéale pour notre groupe d'amis. La maison est aussi très adéquate pour de jeunes enfants: les chambres sont fraiches, la piscine est bien clôturée, et tout est de plein pied! Nous serons heureux d'y retourner pour une semaine de détente dans une belle région.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

CECILE P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Séjour très agréable à la campagne
propriété bien entretenue avec piscine surplombant la campagne environnante , maison spacieuse pour notre famille de 7, manque quelques vélos pour profiter de balades en vélo aux alentours.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lieve F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
wij hadden een zalig verblijf
erg ruime vakantiewoning alles aanwezig aangenaam verrast
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alexandre M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maison idéale pour des vacances entre amis !
Superbe maison très bien équipée!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

michiel h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family stay
Had an amazing stay in this house with our family and friends. Quiet area but what you need is close and the house is all you need. Rgds Michiel
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

grafe n., Paris

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magnifique campagne bel accueil
Une belle ferme restaurée avec goût dans un environnement exceptionnel avec une vue paisible très nature !

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
After staying in France for over 30 years on annual holidays, this is head and shoulders the best.
Fantastic farmhouse. Lovely location, absolutely everything you could think of catered for and then a bit more besides. Great comms with Wendy. Not a single thing that anyone could complain about. Outstanding. Many thanks Wendy and Simon
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Isabelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Splendide vue à vous couper le souffle en plein milieu de la campagne
Très belle adresse en plein milieu de la campagne , au calme dans une belle région. Le point positif est clairement la superbe vue , le beau jardin /verger . Une superbe vue de la campagne comme si la vallée d en-face nous appartenant
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Graeme T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fantastic stay
Our extended family comprising 2 parents , 4 adult children and our 5 month old grandson have just had a fantastic stay at this property. The house is perfect for a large group with fantastic indoor/ outdoor living , plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms , pool, great country garden with lots of shade, beautiful country views covered bbq area etc We have travelled extensively and stayed in a lot of rented houses and I can honestly say this one was perfect. There was not once where we were looking for something that wasn’t provided Fantastic value and host Wendy was fantastic and prompt in answering prevarrival enquiries Great value for money Graeme & Jane New Zealand
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019