No expense has been spared in the recent restorations of this property.
The finest furnishings have been used throughout to complement the high ceilings and characterful features of this villa.
The four inviting bedrooms have antique beds with superior mattresses and high quality linen.
The dining rooms boasts its own open fire, whilst the lounge is perfect for relaxing on its sumptuous sofas.

The al fresco terrace is ideal for enjoying morning pastries and coffee, before spending the day making the most of the gym or relaxing in the sun.
At the end of the day, take a moment to relax in the glorious swimming pool.

From your doorstep you can enjoy the many walks around this peaceful village setting and its surrounding farmland.
Enjoy picnics on the Charente river as you take in the surrounding wildlife.
For those looking for more exploration, riverside canoeing can be found a little further away, where you can explore some of the medieval villages such as Tusson.

Maison Interiors (8 guests)

Ground Floor

-    Lounge with fireplace
-    Dining room with fireplace
-    Kitchen (50m2), well-equipped including electric oven, fridge-freezer with ice-maker, coffee machine, kettle and two dishwashers. Aga also available (on request)

First Floor (via main staircase or spiral stairs from kitchen)

-    Bedroom with double bed and partially open bathroom with roll top bath, double hand basin and WC
-    2 x bedrooms with double bed
-    1 x bedroom with twin beds
-    Bathroom with roll top bath, walk-in shower, double hand basin and WC
-    Doors from landing lead to small balcony_x000D_

Outside Grounds

-    Swimming pool (10x5m, depth: 1-2m) with safety electric shutter. Open approximately May to September
-    Poolside terrace with sun loungers and exterior lighting
-    Al-fresco dining area
-    BBQ
-    Badminton net
-    Gym (in stables) with weights, bench, spin bike, rowing machine, yoga mats etc
-    Walled gardens with trees

Facilities

-    Wi-Fi
-    Satellite TV (including English speaking channels)
-    DVD player
-    Gym
-    Board games
-    Badminton net
-    Table tennis

This villa lies in the heart of a quiet farm village in the Charente department, around half an hour stroll to the banks of the river. It’s also just a 30-minute drive to the vibrant city of Angoulême (with its TGV to Paris in just over two hours).

There are some wonderful walks straight from your doorstep, through rural farmland in the surrounding area and along the Charente river, a peaceful spot to watch wildlife in incredibly tranquil surroundings. Visit nearby châteaux to sample and purchase local wine and discover local markets selling all sorts of fresh produce and regional delights.

Hire canoes or kayaks along the Charente river in the nearby town of Mansle, around 11km away. Mansle itself is a picturesque town with restaurants and shops – head to town for the twice-weekly morning market and look out for festivities taking place in the summer. There are many marked trails around the town and beyond through the glorious Charente valley which is classified as one of the EU’s Natura 2000 nature protection areas.

Pretty villages and impressive historic sights can also be discovered across this beautiful region. Visit the interesting medieval gardens in Tusson or spend time admiring the château in the village of Bayers. Verteuil-sur-Charente is a delightful riverside village with an ancient moulin and picturesque castle which could perhaps be combined with a visit to charming Nanteuil-en-Vallee, a classified ‘village of character’. A visit to the typically French town of Ruffec is a must on market day, on the banks of Le Lien.

Heading towards the Périgord-Limousin Natural Regional Park, the spectacular Château de La Rochefoucauld is another great day out for all ages.

Angoulême is a handsome city full of history and art in a lovely setting above the Charente river. Enjoy its ancient citadel, traditional markets and atmospheric places to eat – this beautiful place is both chic and unspoilt. There’s also the fantastic National Comic Strip and Image Centre and of course the famous Le Circuit des Remparts, an international classic car race each September. You can drive to Angoulême in around half an hour or catch a regional train, taking around 15 minutes, from a local train station about 8km away.

Jarnac and Cognac are also fine places to visit for the day where you will find excellent restaurants, historic architecture and fine Cognac and brandy tastings.

You can even spend the day at the seaside in Royan, just over a 90-minute drive away.

Villa FR5208