GITES / SELF-CATERING ACCOMMODATION

We have three cottages available.  Each cottage has been recently renovated to a high standard to provide extremely comfortable and well-appointed accommodation with electric central heating.  They comprise of two double en-suite bedrooms (1 double, 1 twin) with Italian bathrooms, excellent mattresses, bedside lamps, clock radio and hair dryer.

The spacious open-plan living room is furnished to a superior standard, consisting of sofas, chairs, dining area and fully equipped kitchen.  Each cottage has its own private terrace, garden with garden furniture, barbecue facilities and private parking. 

We have tried to think of everything to make your stay special.  To save on luggage space, we provide a luxury welcome pack and all cleaning materials.  All linen, towels and central heating are provided within the prices.  Travel cots with proper mattresses, high chairs and baby bath are also provided.  Please request on Booking Form.  Beach towels are available at an additional cost.   If there is anything we have forgotten or you would like, please ask.   For prices please see our Tariffs page.

OLEANDER COTTAGE

Oleander Cottage provides accommodation for either two or four people and adjoins the main house.  This cottage is located on three levels.  The twin bedded room has its own separate entrance and is linked to the open plan living room up a few steps.  The double bedroom is up a few steps from the living area.  The entrance to the living room is situated at the front of the main house with its own terrace, garden with garden furniture, barbecue and private parking.  

              

                        Terrace and Main Entrance                                                                           Open Plan Living Room

                            Bedroom 1  Double Bed                                                                              Bedroom 2  Twin Beds

                

 

BAMBOO GARDEN  

Bamboo Garden provides accommodation for four people and is set in the grounds of the main house overlooking a small courtyard and pool area.  The en-suite bedrooms, one double and one twin are both on the first floor.  The furniture and fittings are identical in both Bambou Grove and Bambou Garden.  The entrance is located in a small courtyard in the grounds behind the main house with its own terrace, garden with garden furniture, barbecue area and private parking.  

The spacious open-plan living room is furnished to a superior standard, consisting of sofas, chairs, dining area and fully equipped kitchen.  Bamboo Garden can be linked on the ground floor to Bamboo Grove, should two groups wish to holiday together. 

We have tried to think of everything to make your stay special.   To save on luggage space, we provide a luxury welcome pack and all cleaning materials.  All linen, towels and central heating are provided within the prices.  Travel cots with proper mattresses, high chairs and baby bath are also provided.  Beach and Jacuzzi towels are available at an additional cost.   If there is anything we have forgotten or you would like, please ask.

 

BAMBOO GROVE  

Bamboo Grove provides accommodation for four people and is set in the grounds of the main house overlooking a small courtyard and pool area.  The en-suite bedrooms, one double and one twin are located on the first floor.  The entrance is located in a small courtyard in the gardend behind the main house with its own terrace, garden with garden furniture, barbecue area and private parking. 

The spacious open-plan living room is furnished to a superior standard, consisting of sofas, chairs, dining area and fully equipped kitchen.  Bamboo Grove can be linked on the ground floor to Bamboo Garden, should two groups wish to holiday together. 

We have tried to think of everything to make your stay special. To save on luggage space, we provide a luxury welcome pack and all cleaning materials.  All linen, towels and central heating are provided within the prices.  Travel cots with proper mattresses, high chairs and baby bath are also provided.  Beach towels are available at an additional cost.   If there is anything we have forgotten or you would like, please ask.

 

                       

    Entrance to Bambou Grove and Garden                                Terrace of Bambou Grove and Garden

                   

            Open Plan Living Area                                                    Surrounding Garden and Pool Area

                                             

 

All accommodation has the following:

·          Internal facilities:        Radio/CD player
                                    Either Video or DVD Player
                                    All linen, towels and cleaning materials and products
                                    Luxury welcome pack

 ·          Kitchen facilities:       Full size cooker, hob and extractor fan
                                          Fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine
                                          Microwave, toaster, kettle and coffee maker
                                          Extensive range of crockery, cutlery, utensils

 ·          Leisure facilities:        Heated swimming pool (April to October)
                                          Pool furniture and eating area
                                          Jacuzzi
                                          Bicycles
                                          Barbecue
                                          Comfortable Bar area
                                          Croquet
and badminton

·      Optional Extras:         Jacuzzi
 (see Tariffs)                  Beach Towels
                                    Additional linen – by arrangement
                                    Mid-week maid service
                                    Cleaning service on departure

If you are tired or want a break from the kitchen, you can dine with our other guests, provided you let us know by 10 o'clock that moring.   Special dietary requirements can also be catered for.  Our sample menus give you an idea of what might be available.

The nearest restaurant is a delightful, family run auberge, in the hamlet of Coucoussac.  Whilst the nearest bar, small rerstaurant and boulangerie are to be found in the village of Siecq, which is within walking distance.  There is also a small bar, mini-supermarket, tabac and post office in both Ballans and Sonnac.  All these facilities are about 2 kilometres away and within cycling distance!

We are ideally located for touring or house hunting in the cognac region.  Our what to see and do page provides an idea of what the area has to offer.  Should you need help or advice on purchasing or renovating property, you only have to ask.  We can also help with local artisans.