This villa offers a family vacation, foodie retreat with friends, or an intimate wedding close to old market towns and spectacular landscapes. This is possible in the sunny area of Charente, close to the border with Dordogne.

In the sunny region of Charente, close to the border with Dordogne, it allows you to experience laid back French living in beautiful surroundings whether a family getaway, foodie retreat with friends or an intimate wedding close to historic market towns and wonderful landscapes.

As soon as the current owners approached the driveway of this 18th century home, they knew it was just perfect for them. Surrounded by open French countryside with such calming views, the project has been a labour of love and what they have created is simply stunning. Le Manoir Des Pineaux effortlessly combines tradition with contemporary elegance and it’s obvious that the owners have a keen eye for aesthetic style.

With five individually designed bedrooms featuring hand-made headboards and Egyptian cotton bedlinen, most with king or super king-sized beds, guests can soak up the relaxed vintage vibe whilst making the most of the glorious scenery. Then there’s the cosy lounge with its log-burner and adjoining library, the bright dining room and fantastically equipped French kitchen; every corner of this manoir has been restored with so much love and flair.

Another brilliant feature is the huge barn, not just a superb spot for joyful meals beneath the characterful wood beams, but also a place to kick back with a film on the 200-inch screen, chill out with the PS4 or challenge someone to a game of pool, darts or table tennis.

Outside you can admire the delicate pink roses trailing by the kitchen door, the hand-painted blue shuttered windows and the inviting swimming pool overlooking the countryside. Poolside dining is so special by the outdoor kitchen, especially in the evening as the area is atmospherically lit up. A barbecue and custom-built pizza oven await – the owners are brilliant cooks and can arrange imaginative pizza nights or barbecue feasts so you can just sit back with your glass of rosé wine as the sun sets.

Head out for bike rides or long walks from your doorstep or simply stroll down the country lane to the local village with its boulangerie and well-regarded restaurant. Discover delightful Farmer’s markets, including one in the village on a Friday morning, then enjoy a picnic by the Dronne river just a short drive away. Spend time in picture-perfect villages from idyllic Aubeterre-sur-Dronne only 15km away to enchanting Brantôme, known as ‘Venice of the Périgord Vert’, the ideal spot for canoeing and lunch.

Vibrant and historic Angoulême with its foodie scene, comic museum and classic car race is also within easy reach or explore further afield to experience the charm of Périgueux or the wine-tasting of Saint-Émilion and Bordeaux. You could even dip your feet in the ocean in Royan or Lacanau before returning to the calmness of your inspiring and welcoming holiday home.

Manoir Interiors

Main Floor

Lounge and adjoining library
Dining room
Kitchen, fully-equipped including dishwasher, American fridge-freezer, 5-burner stove, blender, food processor and coffee machine
Shower room with shower, sink and washing machine

Upstairs

Bedroom 1 with super king-size double bed and pool/countryside views. Interconnects to Bedroom 2 (and has own entrance)
Bedroom 2 with king-size double bed, pool view and en suite bathroom. Interconnects to Bedroom 1 (and has own entrance)
Bedroom 3 with super king-size double bed and countryside view
Bedroom 4 with double bed and courtyard view
Bedroom 5 with king-size double bed and garden view
Family bathroom with bath/shower over bath

Two single beds can be added to Bedrooms 1 or 3 on request

Barn Interiors (open-plan space next to the house)

Lounge area and dining table
200-inch cinema screen and projector
Table tennis, pool table and darts

Outside Grounds (one hectare)

Swimming pool (12x6m, depth: up to 2.2m) with safety alarm. Open approximately May to September
Poolside sun loungers, parasols and deck chairs
Al-fresco dining terrace with outside lighting and Sonos speaker
Outdoor kitchen with wood fired pizza oven
Covered bar and barbecue area
Pétanque set

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Home cinema (200-inch cinema screen and projector)
Amazon Fire Stick including Netflix
PS4 and games
Pool table
Table tennis
Darts
Sonos music system
Hair straighteners
Pétanque set
Ironing facilities
Washing machine

Villa FR5503