10/10 Excellent
corinne g.
21 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
La maison du bonheur...
corinne g.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024
A stone lodge set in the grounds of an old farmhouse in the Charente countryside
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Saint-Ciers-sur-Bonnieure, Charente
Mansle Tourism Office
7 min drive
Château de la Rochefoucauld
20 min drive
Géant Casino
23 min drive
Angouleme (ANG-Brie - Champniers)
30 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Dining
Living area
Exterior
About this property
A stone lodge set in the grounds of an old farmhouse in the Charente countryside
Property manager
Natalie
Languages
English, French
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Amenities
Pool
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
About the area
Saint-Ciers-sur-Bonnieure
Located in Saint-Ciers-sur-Bonnieure, this lodge is in a rural area. Géant Casino and Central Market Hall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Aire de Rejallant and Kingfisher Lake. Travelling with kids? Consider The gardens of Argentor and Le Hall Black - Bowling d'Angoulême. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Saint-Ciers-sur-Bonnieure, Charente
What's nearby
- Château de la Rochefoucauld - 20 min drive
- Géant Casino - 23 min drive
- The Comics Museum - 25 min drive
- Château d'Angoulême - 27 min drive
- Angouleme Cathedral - 27 min drive
Getting around
Restaurants
- Pizza Plaisir - 7 min drive
- La Playa - 6 min drive
- Pot Didier - 8 min drive
- Les Rendez Vous Gourmands - 7 min drive
- Café Restaurant de la Poste - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.0/10
Communication
9.0/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Frederic G.
20 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superbe séjour au calme
Frederic G.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024
About the host
Hosted by Natalie
We are a family of 4 from Oxford in the UK. We recently moved to the Charente and bought a traditional Charentaise farmhouse with nearly 12 acres to renovate and turn into a gite business.
The gites consist of a 2 bedroom lodge which we have already completed and a larger gite which is situated in the barns attached to the main house. This space has already been converted into offices but we plan to convert them into a comfortable gite which can host two families.
I'm a printed textile designer and I love interior design so this is a very exciting venture for me! I also love cooking, painting and gardening. The gardens at Les Champ's De L'oume already have many fruit and truffle trees as well as an abundance of honeysuckle, jasmine and hibiscus but we plan to add much more as well as a vegetable garden and, at some point, chickens and possibly some goats for guests to enjoy!
The gites consist of a 2 bedroom lodge which we have already completed and a larger gite which is situated in the barns attached to the main house. This space has already been converted into offices but we plan to convert them into a comfortable gite which can host two families.
I'm a printed textile designer and I love interior design so this is a very exciting venture for me! I also love cooking, painting and gardening. The gardens at Les Champ's De L'oume already have many fruit and truffle trees as well as an abundance of honeysuckle, jasmine and hibiscus but we plan to add much more as well as a vegetable garden and, at some point, chickens and possibly some goats for guests to enjoy!
Why they chose this property
The Charente offers great weather, beautiful countryside filled with sunflowers and maize, picturesque villages with historical chateaus and churches and the Charente River offers some great kayaking, canoeing and paddle boarding as well as some safe swimming spots.
Many kayak and paddleboard centres are nearby, which is a great way to explore the Charente River and there are many weekly markets and bric a brac and brocantes on in the surrounding area throughout the year.
We are situated 30 minutes away from Angouleme, the capital of the Charente, with its illustrated buildings and links to the world of comic books, its beautiful views over the river and valley below and the old town with its indoor market and lively bars and restaurants.
Some lovely spots on the river have a beach and lifeguard which is perfect for the kids and La Vallée Des Singes (the Valley of the Monkeys) is a 45-minute drive.
You can also take a trip to Cognac with its vineyards and distilleries, which hosts many festivals during the summer months and is well known for its blues passion festival in July.
Many kayak and paddleboard centres are nearby, which is a great way to explore the Charente River and there are many weekly markets and bric a brac and brocantes on in the surrounding area throughout the year.
We are situated 30 minutes away from Angouleme, the capital of the Charente, with its illustrated buildings and links to the world of comic books, its beautiful views over the river and valley below and the old town with its indoor market and lively bars and restaurants.
Some lovely spots on the river have a beach and lifeguard which is perfect for the kids and La Vallée Des Singes (the Valley of the Monkeys) is a 45-minute drive.
You can also take a trip to Cognac with its vineyards and distilleries, which hosts many festivals during the summer months and is well known for its blues passion festival in July.
What makes this property unique
Our property is at the edge of a small village overlooking the countryside and is set in nearly 12 acres of orchard and meadow. With many fruit trees and perfumed flowers, there's an abundance of wildlife to enjoy as well as the peace and tranquillity of the countryside.
The stylishly decorated stone lodge benefits from lots of natural light and feels spacious and open but also cosy and comfortable. It's positioned across the courtyard from the main house through a gated arch and benefits from having its own terrace, garden, car park and separate gated entrance.
The pool is just beyond the garden and is fully fenced with lockable gates if you are worried about young children.
The large swimming pool is ideally positioned to take in these views and has all the facilities you need to relax and unwind including a newly decorated pool house/summer kitchen with a sink, fridge, toilet and changing room as well as a large table just outside for dining with a wisteria covered pergola.
We also have ping pong, bat and ball and some other games located around the pool for guests to enjoy.
We feel that L'oume Lodge is the perfect base for a relaxing holiday and exploring the surrounding area!
The stylishly decorated stone lodge benefits from lots of natural light and feels spacious and open but also cosy and comfortable. It's positioned across the courtyard from the main house through a gated arch and benefits from having its own terrace, garden, car park and separate gated entrance.
The pool is just beyond the garden and is fully fenced with lockable gates if you are worried about young children.
The large swimming pool is ideally positioned to take in these views and has all the facilities you need to relax and unwind including a newly decorated pool house/summer kitchen with a sink, fridge, toilet and changing room as well as a large table just outside for dining with a wisteria covered pergola.
We also have ping pong, bat and ball and some other games located around the pool for guests to enjoy.
We feel that L'oume Lodge is the perfect base for a relaxing holiday and exploring the surrounding area!
Languages:
English, French
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