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Spacious Charentais Farmhouse Among Fields Of Sunflowers And Vineyards

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Exterior detail
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Miscellaneous
TV, fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedroomsSleeps 6145 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Spacious Charentais Farmhouse Among Fields Of Sunflowers And Vineyards

Dating from about 1900, this Charentaise farmhouse is situated in a tiny hamlet among fields of sunflowers and vineyards, set back off a minor road. Careful and tasteful restoration has resulted in a very appealing house, charmingly arranged to provide a very high standard of accommodation. A mixture of traditional and contemporary furnishings combine with exposed stone and beamed ceilings to give a comfortable ‘country’ ambience and the whole is impeccably kept. A beautiful covered terrace (approximately 4m50 x 8m) provides a sheltered area for outdoor meals, while beyond is a colourful garden of some 900m² with lawn and lovely flowering shrubs. The owner`s family live in a converted barn nearby, beyond which in the field is found their pet donkey 'Oscar' after whom they have named the gite 'Ferme d'Oscar'. The setting is private (the nearest neighbour is about 10m to the rear of of the property but no windows overlook the garden) and peaceful.

Local letting tax : 5%

Sheets per bed : 10 euros
Towels pers person: 5 euros

Electricity on meter to be settled at end of stay locally. (include in June, july, August).

Electric radiator in each room
Include WIFI.

Property manager

Anne Gauthier Spurr

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

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 hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,561 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
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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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Property is also known as

Spacious Charentais Farmhouse Among Fields Sunflowers Vineyards
Spacious Charentais Farmhouse Among Fields Sunflowers Vineyards

About the neighborhood

Map
Saint-Hilaire-De-Villefranche, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

  • Abbaye aux Dames - 14 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Fontdouce Abbey - 15 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Saintes Cathedral - 16 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Saintes Amphitheatre - 19 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Hennessy Cognac Company - 27 min drive - 25.4 km

Getting around

  • St-Hilaire-Brizambourg Station - 18 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Parking Aire de Fenioux Establissements - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Auberge des Glycines - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪M J Publi-Décor - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Auduberteau Elsa - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mege - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Charentais Farmhouse Among Fields Of Sunflowers And Vineyards pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Charentais Farmhouse Among Fields Of Sunflowers And Vineyards?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Charentais Farmhouse Among Fields Of Sunflowers And Vineyards?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Charentais Farmhouse Among Fields Of Sunflowers And Vineyards located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Les Raisins de L'Abbaye, Royal Abbey, and Golf Louis Rouyer-Guillet. Museum of Saint Jean d'Angely and Fontdouce Abbey are also within 9 mi (15 km). St-Hilaire-Brizambourg Station is 18 minutes by foot.

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Spacious Charentais Farmhouse Among Fields Of Sunflowers And Vineyards Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay B.

Idyllic rural France
If you want to stay in a lovely, well-equipped and tastefully furnished property in a rural setting but within easy reach of the beach, then look no further! We have just returned from a fantastic two week holiday here with our two teenage daughters and couldn't fault it. There is loads to do and see in this region. Local markets everywhere; shopping opportunities in the bigger towns of Saintes and Royan; beaches galore along the Gironde coast, from Meschers to Ile de Re, not to mention just chilling on the lovely terrace at the house. We were warmly welcomed and knew that we had help on hand should we need it but, as said in a previous review, this wasn't obtrusive. We wouldn't hesitate in booking again should we decide to return to this region and clearly wouldn't hesitate in recommending it to anyone wanting a peaceful "home from home".

10/10 Excellent

ODILE M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Trés bon séjour
Belle demeure au calme avec un accueil très sympathique. Très belle région à découvrir, que ce soit dans les terres ou au bord de l'océan. Nous recommandons le lieu.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janick L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacances en Charente Maritime
Maison agréable et confortable, joliment décorée. Beaucoup d'endroits intéressants à visiter alentour. Accueil chaleureux
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Orianne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Très bon séjour !!
Nous avons beaucoup apprécié le séjour. Nous avons été très bien accueilli par l'hôte!!!très belle région !!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Endroit calme
Endroit calme, très bien équipé, accueil très convivial. Idéal. Pour visiter la région.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Domi nique R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Très beau logement, bien situé et au calme
Bien
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

JEAN-JACQUES Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A la campagne
Séjour apaisant Pièces spacieuses, très bien équipées et décorées avec goût. Très bon accueil
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Famille P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
un sejour de rêve
Maison très agréable pour vivre des vacances au calme. Les pièces sont grandes et bien équipées, la terrasse est spacieuse et avec l'auvent cela fait un grand espace pour vivre au grand air. Les propriétaires sont très gentils et plein d'attentions. Merci à eux!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

jean-pierre M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superbe
Belle propriété, très calme et très propre. les propriétaires sont accueillant. Merci pour tout

10/10 Excellent

Serge J., Viroflay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
St Hilaire
Excellent séjour, à tous égards.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

frederic g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
excellent sejour
tout était parfait, la propreté de la maison, la décoration, sa terrasse couverte, les 3 chambres avec chacune leur salle de bain et toilette . bref excellent séjour
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Estancia muy agradable
La casa es preciosa y está estupendamente decorada. Muy acogedora. Dispone de todo lo necesario para una estancia. Hemos pasado unos días estupendos. Buen tiempo, lugares increíbles.... Recomendable al cien por cien.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Emmanuel C.

Belle maison, spacieuse, aménagée avec goût
Tout est là pour passer un bon séjour, un accueil très chaleureux, un seul regret, de ne pas avoir pu utiliser davantage la grande terrasse, en avril c’est encore un peu juste.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ton v., Leidschendam

A very comfortable gite in a beautiful region
The gite is well equipped, clean and comfortable. It was great to have 3 bedrooms and three badrooms! The property is spacious and the surroundings are quiet. The covered terrace is a a real pleasure. There is a lot to see in the Saintonge: churches, castles, gallo-roman remains (for example an amphi-theatre, acquaduct) and lovely towns. The coast is not too far away and the beaches are very nice. Bordeaux is about 75 minutes by car. We used the Parc & Relais Les Lauriers where we parked the car and travelled by tram to the city centre. Anne and her mother are great hosts: friendly and very helpfull, giving a lot of information about the region. Thank you for your hospitality and a relaxing stay at your gite!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brenda H.

Very clean, well equipped chite. Friendly and supportive welcome from Anne, yet allowing privatise
The area is beautiful, very peaceful and relaxing. The property is spacious, and relaxing. There is a large patio area to enable to sit and eat outside. It is partially covered giving good protection for the heat of the sun, and rain, should it occur. Thisi is our second visit, and if you are looking ofr a peaceful relaxing holiday I woud strongly recommend it.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

S W.

Perfect gite in stunning area!
This gite provided very comfortable accommodation in a truly beautiful area. We could not have wished for anything. The gite has been extremely well renovated to provide comfort and very tasteful decor. It was extremely well equipped and seemed every detail had been considered to give guests every possible comfort. The covered outside eating area was a real bonus and very well used into the evenings. The gite is on a very quiet road that gave perfect tranquility with only a short walk to bakers for fresh bread and breakfast treats, but is situated so that a huge variety of places to visit and activities to suit all tastes are easily accessible by car in the area. Anne and her mum were very helpful and friendly, leaving us safe in the knowledge they were available if needed but completely unobtrusive. Ideal hosts! Thank you for the freshly picked cucumbers and plums! Would highly recommend a visit to the Cognac producer, M. Baudry in the village. Very friendly and relaxed as were with all the people we met in the area. Only disappointment about our stay was that it was only for one week! Cannot wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Beautiful and well equipped property in an excellent location.
A relaxing and peaceful holiday at this delightful house. Well equipped and beautifully presented, an ideal accommodation for families and couples alike. Excellent location for discovering the delights of the area. Highly recommended.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

jacqueline T., Birmingham, UK

Delightful Property
Having first visited this lovely house in 2002, we have returned many times. From the first we felt totally at home in this well equipped, roomy farmhouse - it is rare to find three en suite rooms and the decoration is delightful. The large, covered terrace means that eating and sitting out becomes an all-day activity! The surrounding countryside is gentle and appealing and there are plenty of local walks. The churches of the Saintonge are fascinating and there is lots of interest in the local towns of St Jean d'Angély and Saintes - not to mention Cognac and its area. Trips further afield to la Rochelle or the Ile de Ré (about an hour and a half away) are also well worthwhile. Add to this the warm welcome (second to none) from the Gauthier family, who have become our friends. We would recommend this house whole-heartedly - and we hope to return again! Jacky Thomas, Birmingham
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Constance M.

Idyllic
Very enjoyable stay. Brilliant having Simone nearby for extra valuable and local information. The house was excellent, very clean and very well equipped. Having a bathroom for each bedroom, wonderful. We had a full house each week. The cottage has been very well maintained and it was lovely meeting Anne and Simon and they're lovely family the second Week. We were very grateful for all the baby equipment they provided for my 5 month old grandson.i would definitely recommend this property to friends. We visited the local restaurant which was excellent. We also went to the local pool, and of course the daily walk to the Boulanger. Thank you for an excellent 2week visit.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

gloria W.

Exceptional Gite. Highly recommended
We spent an amazing week at this lovely gite. Having visited France many times for gite holidays over the years and whilst our children were small we can honestly say this is the nicest gite we have ever stayed in. It is well equipped, spotlessly clean, very comfortable and so accessible to activities, attractions and restaurants. Anne was extremely helpful and gave us lots of tips of places to visit plus the information provided in the gite was excellent. We would have no hesitation in recommending this gite to others and hope to visit again ourselves. Thank you Anne for your hospitality. The Wells family, London
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Almost Perfect Holiday
The previous reviews give an accurate reflection of La Ferme d’Oscar and the area. We have spent many holidays in France and the UK in rented houses. This is one of the very best in every respect. From our first enquiry, Anne answered all of our questions in a prompt and friendly manner. Within minutes of arriving her mother came to greet us and to show us around the house. But as the other reviewers have said, she was then completely unobtrusive. The house has been decorated and furnished stylishly – we loved the paintings particularly. The upstairs bedrooms have low sloping ceilings and it must be said that contact was made on several occasions! The exterior is equally impressive and the covered patio area is a real bonus. The closest shop in St.Hilaire is one of the two boulangeries, both of which are excellent and staffed by friendly people. It is a pleasant 10-minute walk from the house, with the other shops being another couple of minutes further. The road on which the house is situated is very quiet with just a very occasional vehicle passing. The location is ideal for exploring the surrounding towns and markets: St.Jean, Saintes and Cognac are all very pleasant and are short drives along roads that are relatively traffic free by UK standards. We have revisited a house in France only once in twenty plus years. La Ferme d’Oscar is likely to be the second!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Happy holiday in Charente
This lovely gite exceeded our expectations. It is very well equipped and furnished in all the rooms and the undercover patio area. The owners were very welcoming but unobtrusive. Free bicycle loan allowed us to explore the local area on the many quiet roads and tracks. St Hilaire is a good centre to visit Cognac, Rochefort/La Rochelle and the Gironde coast. There are good markets, restaurants and shopping in St Jean d'Angely and Saintes, both within 30 minutes drive. We were happily occupied for an extended holiday of 8 weeks.