Poitou-Charentes
Poitou-Charentes consists of the departments of Charente, Charente-Maritime, Deux-Sèvres and Vienne and is a very popular region with the British.
The major attraction is the futuristic theme park Futuroscope which is very much an interactive hands-on theme park as opposed to one that just treats you as a spectator.
Outside that there are numerous historical towns and villages scattered around the region. Of these, perhaps the most noteworthy is the town of Angouleme with it's ancient ramp...more...
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Great for touring Charente Maritime. 50 minutes to coast, 30 minutes to Cognac
Chez Gaston
The house, built at the turn of the last century, is a typical Maison d'Maitre, with large airy rooms, high ceilings and a grand central staircase.
Staying here is like stepping back in time to a much earlier era of servants and carriages.
We try to make our guests feel as welcome as possible and we are happy to advise on local markets, favourite beaches etc, and we usually have a...
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Last updated 20 May 2012
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La Montée Chambres D'hotes
La Montée is a picturesque farmhouse situated in the heart of the Charentais
region overlooking the pretty village of Poursac and the surrounding countryside.
We offer exquisitely restored comfortable accommodation with an authentic feel.
Whether you need a base to explore from or want to relax in a tranquil area taking
in the beautiful views or swimming in the heated pool (open during th...
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Last updated 22 Apr 2012
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French Farmhouse B&B close to Futuroscope and La Vallé des Singes
La Maison Rose is a 150 year old farm house in the tiny hamlet of Chez Saboureau, close to the picturesque village of Brux, surrounded by beautiful sunflower filled countryside. The house has been tastefully renovated, modern comforts in ancient surroundings.
Our Farmhouse style dining room has a wood burning stove for those cooler winter evenings. Our quiet garden has an outdoor eating area w...
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Last updated 26 Mar 2012
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Peace and tranquility........
La Tuilerie, is a beautiful 18th century stone house set in nearly 2 acres of land on the edge of Saint-Léomer, a typical quiet French village but only 14km’s from the medieval town of Montmorillon. We offer simple but very comfortable accommodation in a spacious ground floor bedroom with en-suite (bedroom suitable for wheelchair). Private swimming pool (15 x 30 ft) with Roman steps. Free WiFi ava...
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Last updated 26 Mar 2012
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Charming new chambre d'hote in the heart of the Charente-Maritime with a pool
Two kilometres from Saint-Jean-d'Angély, set in the countryside, Karen and Richard will welcome you to this lovely residence, with a charming independent house in the gardens, which was originally the bread oven house.
Newly renovated as a charming chambres d'hôtes/ bed and breakfast, each room has been tastefully decorated and each have the original stone walls. Each room is new and spacious wit...
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Last updated 23 Mar 2012
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