Saint-Porchaire

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Vu du balcon extérieur et sur les jardins
Château de la Roche Courbon is a large château, developed from an earlier castle, in the Charente-Maritime département of France. It is in the commune of Saint-Porchaire between Saintes and Rochefort. Its name is just as frequently written Château de la Rochecourbon. The château is privately owned, and classified as an historic monument. The garden is listed by the French Ministry of Culture as one of the Notable Gardens of France. A castle was built around 1475 by Jehan de Latour, on site which had been inhabited since prehistoric times. In the 17th century, the Courbon family, which had occupied the castle for two centuries, transformed it into a more comfortable residence. More alterations were made in the 18th century, but it was eventually sold in 1817 and then abandoned. It was purchased in 1920 by Paul Chénereau, who restored the château and its gardens. The château is still owned and inhabited by his descendants.
This building is indexed in the Base Mérimée, a database of architectural heritage maintained by the French Ministry of Culture, under the reference PA00105221 .
Sure Hotel by Best Western Rochefort-Sur-Mer

Sure Hotel by Best Western Rochefort-Sur-Mer

3 out of 5
2 Avenue du Pont Neuf Tonnay-Charente Charente-Maritime
The price is €71 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
€71
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Tonnay-Charente. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Centre International de la Mer and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (177 reviews)
Clean, modern hotel, easy parking, friendly and helpful staff, good price, dog friendly

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Sure Hotel by Best Western Rochefort-Sur-Mer
Hôtel ibis Saintes

Hôtel ibis Saintes

3 out of 5
1 rue de La Côte de Beauté Saintes Charente-Maritime
The price is €77 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
€77
27 Mar - 28 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Saintes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Saintes Amphitheatre and Arch ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (456 reviews)
Every teas spot on and the staff were amazing!

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Hôtel ibis Saintes
Best Western Hotel Royan Ocean

Best Western Hotel Royan Ocean

3 out of 5
57 avenue des Congrès Royan Charente-Maritime
The price is €97 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
€97
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Royan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Foncillon Beach and Port Royan are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (376 reviews)
Good position on the outskirts of Royan. Friendly and helpful staff. Good choice of Breakfast. Decent Room. Parking fairly close to the Hotel.

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Best Western Hotel Royan Ocean
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Résidence Odalys L'Orée du Parc

Résidence Odalys L'Orée du Parc

9 Avenue du Maréchal Leclerc Royan
Stay at this spa residence in Royan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Place Charles de Gaulle and Carrousel de Royan ...
Résidence Odalys L'Orée du Parc
Résidence de l'Arsenal Royal

Résidence de l'Arsenal Royal

16 Quai aux Vivres Bâtiment E Rochefort Charente-Maritime
Stay at this residence in Rochefort. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Centre International de la Mer and ...
Résidence de l'Arsenal Royal
House in Royan From The Park, 5 Minutes From The Beach

House in Royan From The Park, 5 Minutes From The Beach

Royan Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Stay at this villa in Royan. Enjoy laundry facilities, tennis courts and patios. Popular attractions Royan Beach and Planet Exotica are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (31 reviews)
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LA PROPRIETAIRE EST TRES SYMPATHIQUE ET LA MAISON EST CONFORTABLE ET SPACIEUSE;TERRAIN DE TENNIS A PROXIMITE ET LA GRANDE PLAGE A 10MN A PIED AVEC LES ENFANTS.MERCI POUR CE SEJOUR.

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2011

House in Royan From The Park, 5 Minutes From The Beach
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Château of Roche-Courbon

After visiting Château of Roche-Courbon, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Saint-Porchaire. While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.

Château of Roche-Courbon