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Le Cottage Ensoleillé, classified 4 stars, Vineyards and Family friendly !

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A pool area with a pergola, lounge chairs, and a well-maintained garden with lavender and palm trees.
A residential area with a paved pathway, flower beds with pink and white flowers, and a small white building with a door and windows.
A dining area with a wooden table set for four, surrounded by chairs. There is a bookshelf and a red sofa in the background.
A cozy outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a stone fireplace, and a 'BBQ Zone' sign.
A cozy living room with a leather armchair, a red cabinet, and a dining area with a table and chairs. An arched doorway leads to a kitchen with a washing machine and a TV.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bécheresse, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
  • Place, Le Bain des Dames
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Châteauneuf-sur-Charente Tourism Office
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Angouleme Cathedral
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Single Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Le Cottage Ensoleillé, classified 4 stars, Vineyards and Family friendly !

Set atop hills in a beautiful flowered garden , the Cottage Ensoleillé , created in 2015 , is forms part of an old farmhouse renovated located in a beautiful and safe garden. Nathalie will welcome you , and make sure you have the best holidays !
It is the perfect place to stay if you want to rest by the pool, enjoy the garden , where there are so many games for children and grown up.
You will appreciate an exquisite french decoration, a top clean place , where you' ll find all you need and more . Beds are made when you arrive . Bedrooms have the air conditioning ( from spring 2027 ) . Nathalie supplies all the linen ( towel , cloths , napkin, etc ...) , swimming pool towels , cleaning products , charcoal for the BBQ . Just bring your luggages !
Getting 4 Stars in a gîte is a mark of excellence in France , so you can come eyes shut .
The cottage is just for you and you have a private access to the pool, a delightful summer kitchen with BBQ . In the garden there is a slide ,a swing, a trampoline, a ping pong table and much more ! The Little Cottage is a playroom with a small pool table , a football table, a dart game , and an endless choice of balloon and outside games.
Private shaded terrace with long chairs , Wifi, modernly fully equipped kitchen.
The property is very much safe , fenced , you can park your car, eventually charge it if it is an electric one ( add fees to charge it ) ,
Please note that there is a little dog on the property ....Romeo , he is very sweet and quiet.
Please note that you can have access to the pool and the summer kitchen plus the trampoline and ping pong table only from mid april to mid september.
The gîte is located on Nathalie's property but you 'll have your own private accomodation and you won't be disturb. Nathalie will take care of the pool during your stay.
Guests will find many activities locally and regionally, while being able to relax in our beautiful Charente !!
And if you are an amator of wine , Pineau and Cognac , that is the place to be , caves in the area can be visited .
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must stay under parent's supervision
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
You can smoke only on the terrace outside the gite
IF YOU CHOOSE NOT TO CLEAN THE GITE please just tell me 48 h before you leave so I can get organized. The cost is 60 euros.
PLEASE ALWAYS SHUT THE GATE OF THE POOL WHEN YOU ARE NOT AROUND PLEASE ALWAYS KEEP THE GATE OF THE PROPERTY CLOSED
WE HAVE TWO LITTLE SWEET DOGS ON THE PROPERTY . CURLY AND ROMEO; PLEASE DO NOT FEED THEM AND NO NOT LET THE CHILDREN CARRY THEM.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 0028823522056
Property # 1853046
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

About the area

Becheresse

Located in Becheresse, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Le Bain des Dames and Chaigne Gardens, while Château de la Mercerie and Angouleme Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Labyrinthe Végétal, or check out an event or a game at Chanzy Stadium. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and hunting nearby.
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Bécheresse, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

  • Le Bain des Dames - 21 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Châteauneuf-sur-Charente Tourism Office - 22 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Château d'Angoulême - 28 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Angouleme Cathedral - 28 min drive - 26.9 km
  • The Comics Museum - 29 min drive - 27.6 km

Getting around

  • Montmoreau Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪L'olivette - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Camion Kebab - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Le Grain de Sel - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Brasserie Du Mont Blanc - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Le Claibertin - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Le Cottage Ensoleillé, classified 4 stars, Vineyards and Family friendly ! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Le Cottage Ensoleillé, classified 4 stars, Vineyards and Family friendly !?

As of 7 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Le Cottage Ensoleillé, classified 4 stars, Vineyards and Family friendly ! on 3 Nov 2026 start from £380, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Le Cottage Ensoleillé, classified 4 stars, Vineyards and Family friendly ! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Le Cottage Ensoleillé, classified 4 stars, Vineyards and Family friendly !?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Le Cottage Ensoleillé, classified 4 stars, Vineyards and Family friendly !?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Le Cottage Ensoleillé, classified 4 stars, Vineyards and Family friendly !?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Le Cottage Ensoleillé, classified 4 stars, Vineyards and Family friendly ! located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Châteauneuf-sur-Charente Tourism Office, Le Bain des Dames and Château de Villebois-Lavalette. The Mill of the Orchard is 11.8 mi (18.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 43 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Claire B.

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The gite was perfect from start to finish. We were a family of four (two boys age 9 and 12) and the gite had everything we could possibly need and more. Nathalie is so hospitable and makes you feel at ease straight away. It’s the perfect base to go off exploring the region and there is a well equipped supermarket just 5 mins down the road. The pool area is stunning and there were loads of toys for the children. They literally couldn’t get bored if they tried. We hope to be able to return soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2026
Thank you so much Claire for this very nice review. Tate and Albie are real great kids, it was a pleasure to have you around for a week and I look forward meeting your family again . Nathalie
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10/10 Excellent

Keziah B.

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We had a wonderful time here with our 2 girls, loads for them to do and play with in the garden and the pool was perfect and very well looked after. Nathalie is an excellent host, the best we have had before. The gite had everything we could have needed, perfectly clean and it stayed wonderfully cool in the hot sun. We definitely hope to be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2025
Coincidence of life has brought you and your family to my gite . It had to be .. and it was a very pleasant time . Too short , so you must come back one day . Romeo will be waiting for Isabella . Thanks a lot for your kindness. Cheers. Nathalie
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10/10 Excellent

carl r.

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Loved it

Very comfortable. Quiet with Angoulême close by for great food and sightseeing. Checkout the paddleboarding and kayaking nearby also. Gite had everything you need and more. Recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jun 2022
Hi Carl Sam and Ocean It was a real pleasure to meet you . It is a shame we didn't spend more time together . Let s hope we will welcome you all 3 again soon so we ll catch up . Have a lovely summer . Nathalie Scarlett Clovis and Romeo ans Curly .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

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Fantastic

Natalie was an amazing host, nothing was a problem for her. The gite had everything you could think of for a family. It was super clean and very peaceful. Her children were a delight so well mannered and the dogs were super friendly our children loved them, when they popped to say hello. Will definitely visit again if we stop in the area. Worth a visit
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul 2022
Fantastic is your review. Thank you . And you didn't fotget the doggies! We are delighted you liked the gite and we all look forward to welcome you again.
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

What a fabulous holiday!

We stayed in Nathalie’s gite for 10 nights and had a fantastic time! The gite was great, exceptionally presented and had everything we needed, and more…… Our kids loved the outside space, from the swimming pool to the swings to the sand pit. Our kids loved playing with Clovis & Scarlett, not forgetting Curly! Nathalie is the perfect hostess, simply beyond our expectations. If you are looking to stay around this area, just book with Nathalie you won’t be disappointed.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May 2020
Thank you so much Sarah and James. That is so kind of you.It is a real satisfaction for me to welcome the best way I can .
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10/10 Excellent

kerry a.

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Wonderful holiday

We have just returned from the beautiful 'Le Cottage Ensoleille' / The Sunny Cottage and we all had a wonderful time. The gite is immaculately presented in terms of cleaniness and decor and is fully equipped with everything you need for a self catering holiday. The gite is spacious and comfortable and has all the modern facilities you need. We went for a chill out week by the pool but there is lots to see and do in the area and the immediate countryside is full of stunning sunflower fields and vines. The owner Natalie was very friendly and helpful (without being intrusive), nothing was too much trouble and on the 1 rainy day we had, she was prompt to offer some suggestions for days out if needed. The pool and gardens were great, the gite also come with it's own private terrace which was surrounded by beautiful flowers, everything was extremely well kept. The highlight for us was that our children got along well with Clovis and Scarlett (Nathalie's children) which meant they all had great fun playing and swimming together. We come to France every year and this is one of the nicest gites we have stayed in and shall definitely return. Thank you Nathalie & Family for a wonderful holiday!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ben G.

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Very clean and well equipped gite with an excellent host

We enjoyed a week here in August 2022 and had a great time. The kids absolutely loved playing in the pool, playing table football and other games in the games shed and playing on the trampoline (often with Nathalie's daughter). The pool is great and very private other than a short walk past the front of the main house to get to it. There are numerous toys and inflatables to play with, and the water was an ideal temperature (we were in the midst of a heat wave!) and it was very clean - Nathalie cleaned it daily. The gite itself is clean, spacious, modern and very well furnished/equipped. The wifi is very fast and there is plenty to entertain the children if you spend any time indoors (although we were hardly inside at all). There is no air conditioning so it was very warm at night, but we had unusually high temperatures between 35C and 40C every day. We made a point of keeping windows and shutters closed all day to keep the house cooler and a fan is provided. The location of the property is very rural - surrounded by farms and fields - mainly beautiful vineyards and sunflowers, some visible from the swimming pool area. There are plenty of very quiet roads to run/cycle, which makes it very peaceful, but does mean that you must have a car to get anywhere. The large town of Angouleme is a very easy 25 min drive away, and there are some other small towns/villages within 10-15 mins (e.g. Montmoreau) where you can find a large shop or supermarket. Nathalie was on hand whenever we needed anything, including tips and advice on places to visit etc. She is an excellent host. All in all we had a very relaxing week at Nathalie's gite, and would certainly return if we have a holiday in this part of France again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2022
Dear Susie and Ben Thank you for taking the time to write a very detailed and positive review. I really appreciate it . I'm happy you enjoyed your week with us . Scarlett loved spending time with Harry and Emelie and she will be delighted to play with them again. It was extremely hot the time you were there . Lucky it is only few days in a year . That is one of the reason I won t put air conditioning in the gite . The other reason is because I know by experience that it would be on even with doors and windows opened during the day ... as it is when the heat is on. The option is to open windows during the night ... that is what the locals and us do here ... we have no other choices . But I do understand and admit that we don t get a good sleep with windows opened ... I m very sorry . It is raining this week .... let s see the good side of the heat wave! We look forward to welcome you soon . Many thanks. Nathalie 😊
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10/10 Excellent

Raphaël L.

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Nous avons passé une très belle semaine en famille au Cottage ensoleillé de Nathalie, en Charente. Le gîte est impeccable : parfaitement entretenu, très bien équipé, on s’y sent tout de suite comme à la maison. Nathalie est une hôte attentive et disponible, toujours prête à donner un conseil. La région est idéale pour rayonner — Angoulême, Cognac, petits villages et châteaux — et au retour, le calme du jardin et la piscine invitent à la détente. Une adresse que nous recommandons sans hésiter.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul 2026
Cher Raphaël, J'aurai un très grand plaisir à vous accueillir de nouveau . Vous êtes des hôtes parfaits , une merveilleuse famille. Ce sont des rencontres comme celle ci qui me font aimer mon métier . Un grand merci pour avoir pris le temps d'écrire un avis élogieux à propos de votre séjour dans mon gîte.
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10/10 Excellent

Stéphane L.

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Nous avons passé un séjour exceptionnel dans ce gîte. Tout était réuni pour passer de merveilleuses vacances en famille !Le gîte est magnifique, parfaitement équipé et pensé aussi bien pour les adultes que pour les enfants. Tout est prévu sur place, ce qui permet de profiter pleinement du séjour sans se soucier de rien. L'environnement est calme, reposant et très agréable.Un immense merci à notre hôte, d'une grande gentillesse et toujours disponible. Elle a pris le temps d'adapter le logement en fonction de l'âge de nos enfants, une attention qui nous a énormément touchés et qui a rendu notre séjour encore plus confortable.Nous repartons avec de très beaux souvenirs et nous reviendrons avec grand plaisir. Nous recommandons ce gîte les yeux fermés !Merci
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nadine G.

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Wij hebben genoten van een zalige vakantie, ondanks de hitte. De gastvrouw, Nathalie, deed er alles aan om ons verblijf zo goed mogelijk te laten verlopen. Het huis was heel gezellig ingericht , er mankeerde niets in de keuken en Nathalie vroeg geregeld of we nog iets extra nodig hadden. We kregen ook tips van haar over de regio. Als er zich een probleem voor deed konden we direct rekenen op haar.Het zwembad was heel proper en bood verkoeling bij deze hitte.Bedankt Nathalie voor je constante zorg. We wensen je een mooie - maar niet zo warme- zomer toe. Het ga je goed.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun 2026
Chère Nadine , Chère Sigfried, Ce fut un réel plaisir de vous accueillir et de partager des moments avec vous . Je vous remercie infiniment pour cet avis très sympathique et bien sur je vous accueillerai à nouveau avec plaisir. Nathalie
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10/10 Excellent

Damian G.

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Erholsamer Urlaub und viel Spaß für dir Kinder

Unser Aufenthalt im Ferienhaus von Nathalie und ihrer Familie war für uns sehr erholsam. Die Kinder konnten den Pool aber auch das Trampolin und die anderen Spiele in vollen Zügen genießen. Auch Scralett und Romeo haben einen Großteil dazu beigetragen das beide nur wehmütig wieder abreisen wollten.In der Ferienwohnung ist alles vorhanden was man braucht. Bei unserer Anreise war alles sauber und wir wurden sehr freundlich von Nathalie empfangen.Insgesamt können wir Nathalie und ihre Ferienwohnung empfehlen wenn sie einen ruhigen Urlaub mit ihren Kindern verbringen wollen.Liebe Grüße an Nathalie, Scarlett und Romeo, insbesondere von unseren Kindern
Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this nice review . We enjoyed the time we spend with your kids . They are very sweet . Scarlett and Romeo are a bit part of the gite... and like to entertain our guest . Thank you and Monica , hopefully we 'll welcome you all again one day .
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10/10 Excellent

Stefanie R.

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Traumurlaub

wir hatten einen super Urlaub bei Nathalie. Im Haus war alles vorhanden, was man braucht. Es war Erholung pur, der Pool, die Spielsachen und Scarlett haben besonders unserer Tochter gefallen. Supermarkt in 10 Minuten Entfernung, Cognac, Bordeaux für Ausflüge geeignet. Wir haben für nächstes Jahr wieder gebucht (machen wir sonst nie). 5 Sterne für Haus, Garten und Besitzer
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2022
Vielen Dank Stefanie für diese Freundlichkeiten. Wie Sie wissen, haben wir uns sehr gefreut, Sie begrüßen zu dürfen, und wir werden uns freuen, Sie im nächsten Jahr wiederzusehen. Pass auf dich auf . Natalie
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10/10 Excellent

Jérémy N.

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Calme, soleil, piscine, trampoline, hamac et très très bon accueil

Nous avons eu la chance d’être accueillis par Nathalie et sa famille qui sont chacun aux petits soins. Nous nous sommes sentis comme à la maison, même mieux. Le calme de ce gîte est merveilleux, les tournesols sont magnifiques. Nous avions tout à disposition pour passer un très agréable séjour. Je recommande Le Cottage Ensoleillé et nous souhaitons tous y retourner. Un grand merci à Nathalie, Clovis, Scarlett, Roméo et Nini.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul 2022
Bonjour !! Nous vous remercions en famille pour cet avis merveilleux que vous avez pris le temps de rédiger. Nous vous attendons donc prochainement pour passer les vacances les plus cool!! Céline , votre bouquet sèche doucement dans la cuisine d' été . Au plaisir de vous revoir , amicalement . Nathalie , Scarlett , Clovis , Romeo et Curly
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10/10 Excellent

PHILIPPE L.

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Vacances à la campagne

Hébergement calme et reposant. Gite parfait pour une famille avec enfants. De nombreuses activités pour les jeunes enfants dans un cadre sécurisé . La propriétaire Nathalie très sympathique Nous avons passé de bonnes vacances
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Sophie G.

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Agréable maison au calme avec jeux et activités pour enfants

Agréable séjour au calme. La maison est bien agencée et très bien équipée. Le premier étage est bas de plafond. Beaucoup d'épicerie et matériel de cuisine. Idem pour les jeux. En une semaine, les enfants n'ont pas eu le temps de tout voir. Nathalie et ses enfants sont accueillants et de très bons guides pour la région.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jun 2022
Merci Sophie d' avoir pris de temps de mettre une appréciation laquelle de surcroît est très positive !! Nous espérons vous revoir l'an prochain . Passez un bel été. Amicalement. Nathalie . Ps .... j ai validé votre évaluation trop vite ... des étoiles pour le règlement ne sont pas validées... pardon.
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10/10 Excellent

Aaron D.

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Wonderful escape to the French countryside

We've just returned home after the most wonderful family holiday - staying in the gite for 9 nights. iPads/screens were left in the UK and our 5 & 9 year old daughters rediscovered their love of playing outdoors together in the beautiful garden - with loads of activities for kids to enjoy (swings, sand pit, trampoline, slide, badminton etc) - and all enclosed so they could run around safely. We also went on some great local trips (most of which were recommended in the information pack in the gite or by the hosts) including to a vineyard (we were spoilt for choice - the gite is in Cognac region); to Cognac & Angouléme towns (the girls loved the land train, we loved the market, we all loved exploring the cobbled streets); we visited local chocolate shops and lots of beautiful rural villages for lunch (inc Châteauneuf) and the most amazing restaurant with seating in an old market place in the centre of a truly picturesque village (ville Bois-Lavalette - I think!). We took a longer trip to see a famous Chateau & village (around 40mins), Rochefoucauld, which was well worth the journey. We found the driving stress-free as the roads are so quiet. On the way to and from the port (St Malo) we stopped in La Rochelle, which I'd also recommend. It was much closer to the gite than the port but it's such a beautiful place to visit that we made this our stop off for both directions! One tip I'd share, as we were caught out in the first few days of our hol, is that most of the shops etc close for lunch (midday - 2pm) and completely on Sunday. We were completely out of sync with opening hours to begin with but we soon found our routine of going out in the morning (when everything's open), eating lunch out, then spending the afternoon/evenings at the gite - enjoying BBQs in the kitchen garden or cooking produce from the Angouléme market in the gite's kitchen, which also looks out over the garden and was really well stocked with handy oils, seasoning, spices and a great range of cutlery, crockery, glassware etc to prepare lovely family meals. The pool was a bit too cold to use during our stay (in April) but we got the impression it would soon warm up with a nice spell of weather. We've had the most amazing holiday and were made to feel so welcome by the hosts. I would definitely recommend this property for a rural family holiday.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022
Dear Sam and Aaron , I thank you very much for writing such a nice and precise review. My future guests will appreciate it for sure . And I do appreciate it . You have been the perfect guests so I just wish we will welcome you again , may be during a warmer season. I agree with on the fact that some shops are closed at lunch time ... it is the french of life all over the country . The french like to have a long lunch break , you can t change that ..hahaha !!
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10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

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Cottage très agréable

Tout est fait pour se sentir bien, comme si on était à la maison, c est très cosy. Rien ne manque. La propriétaire est totalement à l'écoute et disponible. Séjour très agréable. Je recommande vivement cet endroit au grand calme.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2021
Merci Anne . Et bienvenue à Yannis dans notre belle Charente !
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick V.

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Fantastic!

as many have rated this gite as excellent so will this review! location is quiet but the gite and garden is fully equipped. child-friendly for our 15-month-old child who learned to walk here! children can play in the sandbox, play area, swimming pool (fenced with fencing) or with the dogs and/or children of Nathalie and Richard. Nathalie and Richard are on hand when needed for your every need. if you want to do villages or activities you will have to drive a bit through this beautiful area with wine/cognac, corn and sunflower fields. villages are accessible between 20-45 min drive .. Fun things to do Cognac, L'avalette (dining in the old market hall) Angouleme fresh market and many restaurants, Aubeterre-sur-dronne (cozy little village at the foot of the mountain a campsite where you can make a small stop with children (playground, lake/river for swimming, and a simple lunch/dinner, possibly canoeing), in Rouillac you will like the goat farm “earl des fillaos” to visit, there are besides goats also pigs, cows, ducks / geese, bunnies, birds, and a sheep dog.tour by a sympathetic and friendly owner you get the feeling that you are always welcome.don't forget to visit Cognac Moreau at the beginning of the street where the gite is located, you will definitely go home with cognac 😉.we stayed in the gite for 2 weeks and we were never bored! Nathalie, Richard, Clovis, Scarlett ( Curly and Romeo 🐶) thanks for the nice time we had!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2021
Dear Patrick. Thank you so much for writing such a kind review . Scarlett still talks about Maeve almost everyday ! J
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10/10 Excellent

Sylvain B.

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Un bel environnement

Joli gîte dans un bel environnement. Entouré de champs et de vignes (producteurs de pinots et cognac). Vous serez très bien accueilli dans ce gîte plein de charmes.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2021
Merci Sylvain pour ces 5 étoiles. Nous espérons avoir le plaisir vous accueillir à nouveau . Bien cordialement. Nathalie
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10/10 Excellent

Grahame O.

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Lovely and peaceful hideaway

What a lovely peaceful place to stay. The pictures on here really don't do it justice. Nathalie met us when we arrived amd couldn't be more helpful. She gave us the tour of the property along with locations of the bakery, supermarkets and resraurants. Always available for anything. She also helped arrange our Covid tests for coming back. The house has everything you could want and more. Just watch your head if your tall! To top it all you always get a waggy tail welcome from Roco and Curly. Thanks for a lovely stay Nathalie Grahame & Jenny
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2021
Thanks Grahame for this review. Please come back again . We will.be delighted to welcome you and Jenny .
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10/10 Excellent

Kyle B.

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Wonderful vacation spot in South of France!

We absolutely loved staying in Nathalie’s gite. The property is gorgeous and very quiet. Our kids loved exploring the property and playing in the pool. We used the summer kitchen to enjoy meals as a family. The location is a bit austere but an easy drive to St Emilion, Cognac, and Bordeaux.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul 2021
Dear Kyle , I m glad you liked my gite . You stayed only for 3 nights so you haven't visited the area , beautiful small villages , churches , castles , eating outside by a river in a sweet countryside restaurant. Indeed St Emilion, Bordeaux and Cognac are known from all over the world and I guess that coming from America these are locations not to be missed . But if you were to come back one day I invite you to visit the Charente and small areas .... you will see that our department is not austere and that it is one place that is worth beeing visited.
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10/10 Excellent

Cécile G.

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Excellent malgré la pluie et la fermeture des sites touristiques

La météo et le contexte sanitaire ne nous ont pas aidés mais grâce à cette location de qualité nous avons passé un très bon séjour. Nathalie a vraiment veillé à notre confort et le pot de confiture maison était vraiment une très gentille attention. Malgré la pluie, nous avons pu faire un BBQ dans la cuisine d’été et le baby-foot et le jeu de fléchettes ont bien motivé nos ados... Merci encore pour cette bouffée d’oxygène!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2021
Merci infiniment Cécile pour votre appréciation. Effectivement les conditions climatiques ne vous ont pas permis de profiter de tous les atouts du gîte. Ce sera pour une autre fois j'espère. Je vous souhaite, ainsi qu' à toute votre famille, de passer un bel été. Nathalie
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra G.

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Se ressourcer à la campagne

Nous avons passé 9 jours au gite de Nathalie. Je lui donne 5 étoiles! La propriété est charmante. Le gîte est rénové avec beaucoup de goût, un beau mélange mariant l'ancien et le moderne. Il est très bien équipé au niveau de l'électroménager mais aussi des draps ( les lits sont fait à l'arrivée), des torchons et des serviettes en nombre, tout y est! La propriétaire y met également les produits de base comme l'huile, le sel, le poivre ou épices ainsi que les produits tels que liquide vaisselle, produits de lave-vaisselle, lessives et nettoyant tout usage. Petites attentions, Nathalie a mis quelques boissons dans le frigo du gîte et après 10 heures de route, c'était un beau cadeau :-). Et aussi du thé, des tisanes et du café étaient déjà sur place en arrivant, j'ai trouvé cela très attentionné. Nathalie, très discrète, est présente sur le site en cas de besoin, toujours de bons conseils, des recommandations de visites. Nous avons profité des jeux communs de nos enfants respectifs pour voler quelques minutes de discussions très agréables. Ce séjour a été très ressourçant! Merci Nathalie, merci les enfants. Je recommande ce gîte sans hésiter!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2020
Merci infiniment Sandra ! Les enfants et moi avons passé de très bons moments avec votre famille. Le beau temps était au rendez vous, les enfants ont joué autant que possible . Nous serions ravis de vous accueillir à nouveau.
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10/10 Excellent

Silvia V.

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Très beau gîte qu’on recommande !

Nous venons de passer une très belle semaine au Cottage Ensoleillé. Le gîte est très confortable, super bien équipé et d’une propreté impeccable. Tout est fait afin de passer des vacances reposantes pour les parents et amusantes pour les enfants avec toutes les activités. Nos filles de 6 ans ont ainsi passé un super séjour ! Elles ont profité au maximum du jardin, de la piscine, du trampoline et des jeux nombreux. Elles ont aussi adoré jouer avec les enfants de la propriétaire toujours disponible tout en étant discrète. Petit bonus : les deux petits chiens adorables (Roméo et Curly). Merci encore à Nathalie et à sa famille pour leur accueil et disponibilité. Nous y retournerons avec plaisir lors de l’un prochain voyage dans la région si l’occasion se représente.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov 2020
Merci Sylvie et Sébastien. Les enfants et moi avons passé une semaine très agréable. Les filles sont adorables et nous vous accueillerons à nouveau avec un grand plaisir.
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10/10 Excellent

Carole O.

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Que du bonheur !

Si vous cherchez un endroit calme et paisible, c’est ici qu’il faut se rendre ! le calme était vraiment au rendez vous ! Nous avons été très bien accueillis par Nathalie qui sait vous mettre à l’aise et est une personne très discrète et serviable !! Mes filles ont complément été déconnectées de la technologie ... trampoline, balançoire, piscine, Ping Pong, jeux de raquettes, et de la verdure ! C’est la paradis des enfants mais aussi des parents : Le coin piscine est apaisant et le coin repas est chaleureux ! Dans le gîte, nous sommes comme à la maison, rien ne manque , tout est bien pensé !!! Il faut venir pour le croire ! Pour finir le gîte est également bien situé pour visiter les alentours : Angoulême, Brantôme, châteaux des énigmes,... Merci Nathalie et Scarlett, et à bientôt ;)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2020
Merci Carole et Laurent pour tous ces compliments. Merci aussi d avoir été compréhensifs lors de petits déboires ... Cette semaine a été également placée sous le signe de la détente pour Scarlett et moi. Nous serions enchantées de vous accueillir à nouveau .

About the host

Hosted by Nathalie

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Having a gite on my property is for me a way to share a way of life. We are so lucky to live in a such beautiful region with a quality of life that the all world envy us !!! I have two kids of 14 and 16 in 2025. And I appreciate each day as if it is a very special day for me and my family, in our home surrended by our colorful garden. In the summer we appreciate to have a vegetable garden and all kind of herbs. In the winter we do enjoy our family life in a quiet , healthy and comfortable place .

What makes this property unique

When I found this property to sale , I was pregnant of my first child . I was looking for a special place to raise my children.. safe and quiet, .. but I didn't know exactly what. When I saw the ad ... and arrived at the fence of the property I immediately knew that It was the place to be ! to raise my children and having a family life.
The property is in a village, but at the end of a small road... like if you arrive at the end of the world. It s fenced , there is a path , a round about , a vegetable garden, the pool area ... Each corner of the property makes someone happy . This house use to be a farm more than 200 years ago, the walls are 80 cms thick , you can keep it cool even when it s really hot outside. From the pool area , we have a view of the countryside for kilometers...And in few minutes we can be in town, Angoulême, the big city of the Charente, a beautiful town , with restaurants , museums, and plenty of cultural and sporting activities.

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