Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
Beach equipment
A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
A quiet escape
Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 9
Popular amenities
Private pool
Garage parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Lage de Messé, Deux-Sèvres
Saint-Pierre Church
Place, Saint-Pierre Church
13 min drive
Saint-Leger Church
Place, Saint-Leger Church
19 min drive
Valley of the Monkeys
Place, Valley of the Monkeys
27 min drive
Poitiers (PIS-Biard)
Airport, Poitiers (PIS-Biard)
55 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
4TH
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 1
1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3 (Mezzanine)
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 4 (in separate annexe)
2 Single Beds
5 bathrooms
Downstairs Main House
Toilet · Shower only
Downstairs Small House
Toilet · Shower only
Pool House
Toilet · Shower only
Upstairs Main House.
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Upstairs Small House
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Charming, Spacious Dog-Friendly Holiday Rental with 2 Houses & Large Heated Pool
This dog-friendly accommodation consists of 2 houses, 5 metres apart, in their own discreet location at the end of a country lane. They are rented as a single property (both houses are included in the price), in a secluded garden with a large heated pool, situated near the small hamlet of Lage, close to Vanzay, Lezay and Couhé, which provide a good selection of shops, bars and restaurants.
Over half of our bookings come from guests who have stayed with us previously. Many tell us that they return because the property is, quite simply, the best equipped of any they have stayed in, ever. We provide a range of bicycles, table tennis, beach games etc.; there are 2 bbqs in different areas. The large (9x5) alarmed pool has Roman steps at the shallow end, to facilitate safe entry by children and the elderly and it is heated by an ecologically friendly air-sourced heat pump. Summers in this region are typically very warm, but of course it can rain. For those days we provide indoor games, internet, tv, satellite (tuned to UK stations), dvds and - books!
Because the area is so unspoiled, there are many wild animals that you will enjoy seeing. You are almost certain to come across deer, hare, loir (edible dormice) and birds of prey, but you may also see beech marten, little owl and the occasional stone curlew!
In summary, we offer:
Heated swimming pool (heated from 1st June to 30th September).
Pool-house comprising shower, wc and kitchen area adjacent to pool
Vast sitting and dining area beside pool
Separate dining areas also in the open air.
Free Broadband internet access and free phone calls to fixed phone lines in UK, France and other countries.
Bed linen, hand and bath towels provided. (Beach towels also available upon request).
Bicycles
2 bbqs
Some recent comments from the Les Canards guestbook:
"Our 3rd year running here & it was just as lovely as the last 2 visits...." "Thank you Beryl & Clive for your friendly welcome and help. Everything provided for an enjoyable and peaceful holiday" "How lucky are we... 2 glorious weeks here!! Everyone well catered for... thank you Clive & Beryl xxx" "We have had a fantastic stay - with amazing weather to top it off. Felt like home from home!" "The pictures don't do it justice! We don't have a bad word to say about Les Canards..." "What a wonderful spot, very relaxing break - wonderful to have the pool. Thank you Clive & Beryl for your wonderful welcome and hospitality" "4 whole weeks at Les Canards - wonderful as ever...."
Kitchen and dining One very well equipped kitchen, plus additional kitchen with gas-fired cooker in annexe, plus a further kitchenette in the "pool house" for outdoor eating
Living rooms Large lounge with 4 sofas, satellite tv, dvd. Additional large dining room seating capacity at table for 10 people plus baby seat. supplementary lounge/dining area with capacity for 4 people at dining table in annexe.
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms: Large main bedroom with large double bed, additional single bed. Second bedroom with twin beds, mezzanine area with double bed. Large twin bedroom in annexe.
Bathrooms Shower/ bathroom on first floor of main house. Separate wc. Large shower room / wc on ground floor. Shower room in annexe with separate wc. Further wc en suite in annexe Shower / wc in pool house beside pool.
Heating Large wood burner in main dining room, further wood burner in annexe. Open log fire in main lounge.
Entertainment Satellite tv, dvd broadband internet, various music players, free telephone calls to fixed lines
Garden and outside Large area of secluded grass, with shady area for outdoor eating, metal country table and chairs for 9 people. "Hangar" covered outdoor area with BBQ, bench seats and table sufficient for 10 people. Heated pool in separate fenced area Covered pergola with hard wood table, outdoor chairs for 9 people. Bbq. Pool side furniture, with 4 reclining beds Separate "pool house", with kitchen, shower and wc Games room with table tennis. Selection of bicycles offered at no charge at renter's own risk.
Parking and garages Ample parking space for 4 cars
Visitor suitability Ideally suited to extended families, e.g grandparents who want to share a holiday but retain a degree of independence Not suitable for disabled
Information about any additional facilities Free telephone calls to fixed line numbers in UK, France, and many other European and other countries price reduction for this week
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
Lock the doors and return the keys
Cover pool
Leave keys in safe
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Up to 8 guests and 1 baby. Only registered guests may stay overnight; any additional overnight guests or visitors require prior host approval.
Please keep noise to a minimum from 10:00pm to 8:00am and respect our neighbours. The property is for peaceful family holidays only
Important information
You need to know
Property # 10904736
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
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Messé
Located in Messé, this holiday home is in a rural area. Castle Leray and Château de Javarzay are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Valley of the Monkeys and Laby'Bois. Travelling with kids? Consider Laby'Gazon and Laby'Arbustes. Kayaking, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Tourist Office Country Ruffécois - Antenna Ruffec - 31 min drive - 36.8 km
Getting around
Epanvilliers Station - 15 min drive
Poitiers (PIS-Biard) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
Le Degustoire - 13 min drive
Le Macadam - 8 min drive
Relais 375 - 9 min drive
Mad Hatters Kitchen - 10 min drive
Café Restaurant - 17 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Charming, Spacious Dog-Friendly Holiday Rental with 2 Houses & Large Heated Pool have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Charming, Spacious Dog-Friendly Holiday Rental with 2 Houses & Large Heated Pool pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 999 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Charming, Spacious Dog-Friendly Holiday Rental with 2 Houses & Large Heated Pool?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming, Spacious Dog-Friendly Holiday Rental with 2 Houses & Large Heated Pool?
Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming, Spacious Dog-Friendly Holiday Rental with 2 Houses & Large Heated Pool?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Charming, Spacious Dog-Friendly Holiday Rental with 2 Houses & Large Heated Pool located?
Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Saint-Pierre Church, Valley of the Monkeys and Laby'Bois. Laby'Gazon and Laby'Arbustes are also within 12 miles (20 km).
About the host
Hosted by CLIVE & BERYL JECKS
We live in Surrey, occasionally with our grown-up children when they visit home.
We spend most of our holidays in France, where we have made many friends and really enjoy the peace and tranquility of the area. We take a great deal of pride in the positive feedback we receive - and in fact over 50% of our reservations are repeat bookings from guests who have stayed with us before, in some cases many times over, and loved the experience.
Why they chose this property
Les Canards is in a quiet location at the end of a tiny lane in a rural hamlet, offering a truly peaceful family break. The two houses are attractively positioned around a shaded dining area that, with the private pool, provides seclusion and privacy.
What makes this property unique
The situation, at the end of a track on the edge of a tiny hamlet, means that there is no passing traffic and leaves the holidaymaker with a deep sense of calm
Languages:
English, French, German
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests