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Claire Barn - Three Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 6

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Fireplace, DVD player
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
A heated pool
Exterior

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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

About this property

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

Claire Barn - Three Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 6

This converted barn is now a delightful holiday cottage in Charente Maritime, just a short drive to the market town of Saintes. Whilst a quiet and peaceful country retreat, the much loved family home is within close proximity of many of the region’s main attractions.

Warm and inviting, the open-plan floor space boasts a cozy living room and dining area beside a stone fireplace, with a book and DVD library to make yourself at home. The adjacent family room doubles as a game room for some indoor fun, and includes a sleeper sofa to sleep two extra guests in addition to the three charming bedrooms upstairs.

The spacious farmhouse kitchen is fully fitted with modern appliances and a breakfast table, with French doors leading out to the large, sunny garden. Outside, an acre of mature and secluded gardens filled with lavender, rosemary, and bamboo will delight the senses, while the private pool will help make the most of the ample sunshine or seek shade under one of the glorious trees. Within a half hour from the property guests can enjoy the celebrated wine and Cognac regions, sandy beaches and coastlines of La Rochelle and Royan, and plenty of cultural sites – not to mention the great shopping and rich history even closer in Saintes.

Features:

The converted barn is made up of 3 bedrooms:

- Master bedroom with king-size bed and en suite bathroom
- 2 double rooms, one with additional bathroom
- There is also a double sofa bed in the family/games room on the ground floor.

The house will sleep 8 adults and can accommodate an additional 2 children in a travel cot and cot bed that can be provided on request. There is also a single pop up bed with mattress in one of the double rooms. All bed linen is included in the price as is the children’s linen.

There is a built-in bbq for you to enjoy summer.

Location:

There are two small, quiet villages within a few minutes by car; Chermingac (3km) with a small, simple grocery shop and café-restaurant (which tends to be open for weekday lunches only and closes early evenings except Fridays when pizzas are served) and Rétaud (4km) which has a good boulangerie and butchers.

The closest town with further facilities, Saintes (10km), is a large provincial town with designer shops, cafes, a weekly market and restaurants and is only 10-15 minutes by car from the villa.

At Royan you can laze on long stretches of safe sandy beaches on the Atlantic Coast, which is only 20 mins away from home. There are plenty of cafes and restaurants along the promenade and local shopping too, such as Timberland, Esprit, D&G, Christian Lacroix and Benetton. There is also a beautiful Carousel for the children and a small fun fair. Further beaches can be found at Meschers with secluded coves and children play areas.

Further along you will find a wonderful zoo at Palmyre for a whole day out. There is a wide range of animals and they provide good entertainment with regular shows. The seal and whale show is particularly amusing.

La Rochelle is home to a large and exciting aquarium and has plenty of designer shops and galleries to keep you occupied, as well as many cafes and restaurants. There is also a large Casino, beautifully kept gardens and a park in which you will come across a children's mini zoo.

As you leave La Rochelle, you will see signs for the toll bridge directed to the Ile de Re. This is a beautiful island with sandy beaches and clear sea. It is easy to cycle around, as bikes can be hired and the island caters to the cyclist with plenty of cycle lanes.

Cognac is within half an hour by car and is worth a visit.

Supermarkets can be found in nearby Saintes. Many supermarkets opening on a Sunday will close at midday and they are very prompt.

Terms & Conditions:

Security deposit?
£300. The security deposit is paid to the owner 2 weeks prior to arrival and will be refunded in full after departure subject to damage inspection.

Arrival time?
From 3.00 p.m.

Departure time?
Before 10.00 a.m.

Energy costs included?
Yes.

Linen & towels included?
Yes.

Pets welcome?
No pets allowed.

Changeover day?
Sunday.

Smoking Allowed?
No smoking.

Insurance?
Guests are required to be in possession of a valid insurance policy, which covers them for cancellations, loss of personal belongings, personal liability and any accidental damage caused during their stay.

Pool towels included?
No.
Smoking - not allowed

Property manager

Oliver's Travels

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Heated pool

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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 EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

3158485

About the neighborhood

Map
Retaud

What's nearby

  • Saintes Amphitheatre - 11 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Saintes Cathedral - 12 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Abbaye aux Dames - 13 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Saujon Thermal Baths - 18 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Royan Beach - 29 min drive - 32.5 km

Getting around

  • Saintes Station - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪La Graine d'Orge - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪New Royal Saintes - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kiosque A Pizzas Intermarché les Boiffiers - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lilo - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Claire Barn - Three Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 6 have a pool?

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

Is Claire Barn - Three Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 6 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Claire Barn - Three Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 6?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Claire Barn - Three Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 6?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Claire Barn - Three Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 6 located?

Set in Retaud, this family-friendly villa is within 9 mi (15 km) of Saint-Eutrope Church, Abbaye aux Dames, and Saintes Amphitheatre. Saintes Cathedral and Arch of Germanicus are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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