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A French country home and a gateway to explore the southwest region

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Exterior
Exterior
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 17240 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Map
Le Thou, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
  • Popular LocationVieux Port24 min drive
  • Popular LocationLa Rochelle Hotel de Ville25 min drive
  • Popular LocationPort des Minimes26 min drive
  • AirportLa Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré)26 min drive

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 French country home and a gateway to explore the southwest region

La Belle Charentaise is an elegant mansion, close to La Rochelle, beaches and many tourist attractions. Our house will offer you tranquility, privacy and a warm welcome.
Located in a peaceful countryside setting, La Belle Charentaise has been restored to maintain the integrity of the original architecture while bringing modern comfort to the home.
The house offers 5 bedrooms decorated with family furniture, with private bathrooms, a large living room with a library and wooden games created by craftsmen of the family.
Our spacious kitchen is very well equipped for the preparation of your meals that you will enjoy sharing around the old elm table.
You can also dine on the terrace between the house and the swimming pool ... Or you can grilled meat under our préau... And finish your evening around the fire at the bottom of the garden, while tasting shamallow grill.
You can sunbathe on our large terrace as you leave the indoor pool, or read and relax in the garden.
All these features, as well as our flower garden and ample parking make our property an ideal resort for guests of all ages. Not to mention the famous microclimate of the plains of Charente Maritime, which promises sunny days and cool nights, ideal for a weekend or a week of vacation.

Property manager

Veronique

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Indoor pool
  • Private pool

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Kitchen island
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

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

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • Unit size: 2583 sq ft (240 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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 EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

French Country Gateway Explore Southwest Region Le Thou
French Country Gateway Explore Southwest Region
French Country Gateway Explore Southwest Region Le Thou
French Country Gateway Explore Southwest Region Le Thou
French Country Gateway Explore Southwest Region

About the area

Le Thou

Located in Le Thou, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the ocean. While the natural beauty of Bay of Biscay and Minimes Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Vieux Port. Travelling with kids? Consider Association Hermione-La Fayette and Begonia Conservatory. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • L'Espace Encan de La Rochelle - 23 min drive
  • Vieux Port - 24 min drive
  • La Rochelle Hotel de Ville - 25 min drive
  • Port des Minimes - 26 min drive
  • Minimes Beach - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Aigrefeuille le Thou Station - 3 min drive
  • La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pizz'Aunis - 4 min drive
  • Au Village des Saveurs - 4 min drive
  • MusicPaul Animation - 11 min drive
  • L'Instant Z - 15 min walk
  • Kiki Pizz - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A French country home and a gateway to explore the southwest region have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is A French country home and a gateway to explore the southwest region pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A French country home and a gateway to explore the southwest region?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A French country home and a gateway to explore the southwest region?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A French country home and a gateway to explore the southwest region located?

Located by the ocean, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Marais Poitevin Regional Nature Park, Beausejour and Chatelaillon-Plage Tourist Office. Association Hermione-La Fayette and Bay of Biscay are also within 12 miles (20 km). Aigrefeuille le Thou Station is 25 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect gîte for a large family / group
All of our family from young to old absolutely loved Veronique’s gîte. The space was perfectly set up for a large group with a range of books, games and toys to keep everyone entertained. The children were constantly in and out of the indoor pool and the fire pit where we roasted s’mores was a nice treat at the end of the day. The house is filled with so many interesting objects from France and further afield and the rooms are comfortable and cool at night even in the peak of summer. A small store is a convenient short walk away to buy bread and basic groceries. Veronique was a wonderful host making sure that she did everything she could to meet the needs of my son who uses a wheelchair. There is a wealth of information on the local area in the gîte and Veronique also answered any questions we had about what to do in the region.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Multi generation family holiday
Size and layout of property perfectly suited our 10 family members. Pool was well maintained and used for long periods every day. Barbecue area and seating ideal. Host friendly and efficient. Large supermarket only a few minutes away making provisioning easy. There was a problem with the WiFi as the 4G box only provided cover in the room it was in. Full property WiFi is a basic need nowadays as our party had 3 members who needed it for work and 4 children who needed it partly for school related projects. However we would thoroughly recommend all other aspects of the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion
We truly enjoyed our visit. The owner was very responsive to our needs. Also enjoyed the heated indoor swimming pool. Having a private bathroom with every bedroom was also very convenient. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great base for a lovely holiday
Spacious accommodation. Having a bathroom for every room was more useful than I’d initially realised. Also with well appointed kitchen. Felt photos did not do the decor justice. Pool was amazing- the children loved it. Garden is part shared with host who let us feed the chickens, collect eggs and pick veg whilst she was away, which the children loved. Host speaks excellent English. House proved a great base to visit La Rochelle, Rochefort and nearby attractions such as the excellent go karting track. We used pizza oven and fire pit in the garden which was fun. House was decked out with quite a few items which felt personal to the host and we were a bit nervous in case our children damaged anything but I think this was misplaced as the host proved to be very easy going about such matters after all despite the odd broken plate! Would highly recommend to anyone wanting well cared for, generous accommodation and a friendly welcome to France.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Great stay , wonderful property !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Had a lovely week here, 3 families. The property was fantastic, spacious, clean, all ensuite bedrooms. We all loved the pool and nice that it's indoors, no need to worry about suncream and the water stays nice and warm. Veronique was great on communication before the holiday and an excellent host during our week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dru C., Boulder, CO

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home and great host
Veronique hosted me and 5 others at her beautiful home for a wedding. The home was a great set up with each room having a bathroom. I really appreciate Veronique’s help the whole weekend and her hospitality for our group. I would highly recommend the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
A brilliant family holiday had by all
A beautiful well equipped house, spotlessly clean, and very sociable sitting and eating areas.large pool suitable for all ages, would definitely recommend this house the owner was very friendly and helpful and informative about the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Catherine G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend famille
La maison est vraiment très belle et bien Elle est très propre la piscine est très appréciable pour les petits comme les grands Nous y avons passé un excellent séjour La propriétaire est vraiment agréable sympathique Un grand merci à la propriétaire Cathy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sophie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
WE en famille
Nous avons passé un magnifique moment en famille , maison très agréable , nous avons pu profiter des terrasses extérieures , barbecue , piscine malgré un temps mitigé . L'accueil par Véronique est très chaleureux , et à l'écoute de nos demandes . Nous y reviendrons volontiers .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023