Charming, Spacious Dog-Friendly Holiday Rental with 2 Houses & Large Heated Pool

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A narrow gravel path leading to a rustic stone building with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden bench.
A clear blue pool with a palm tree and coniferous trees in the background.
A stone building with a gravel courtyard, outdoor seating with tables and chairs, and potted plants.
A stone building with a door and windows, surrounded by gravel and potted plants.
A rustic dining room with a wooden table and chairs, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors through a window with curtains.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    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

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Lage de Messé, Deux-Sèvres
  • Place, Saint-Pierre Church
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Saint-Leger Church
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Valley of the Monkeys
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • 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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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 999 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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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.
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Lage de Messé, Deux-Sèvres

What's nearby

  • Saint-Pierre Church - 13 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Saint-Leger Church - 19 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Valley of the Monkeys - 27 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Castle Leray - 27 min drive - 29.7 km
  • 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

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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

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