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The Hobogîte: 4-Star Stone Cottage, EXCLUSIVE use Heated Pool & Acre of Gardens

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A stone building with a sign reading "THE HOBOGITE" and a tourism award plaque.
A stone building with a tiled roof, two windows, and a door. There are two potted plants and a table with chairs outside.
A rural road leading to a stone building with a small attached structure.
A stone building with a swimming pool and a fenced area.
A bedroom with a stone wall, a bed with a floral bedspread, a wardrobe, a dresser, and a mirror.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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La Chèvrerie, Charente
  • Place, Tourist Office Country Ruffécois - Antenna Ruffec
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Labyrinthe Végétal
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Aire de Rejallant
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Main bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Pool Wet Room

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

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Located in La Chevrerie, this cottage is in a rural area. Abbey of Our Lady of Nanteuil and Château de Javarzay are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Labyrinthe Végétal and The gardens of Argentor. Laby'Infernal and Laby'Arbustes are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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What's nearby

  • Tourist Office Country Ruffécois - Antenna Ruffec - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Labyrinthe Végétal - 10 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Aire de Rejallant - 13 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Castle Leray - 24 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Château de Javarzay - 26 min drive - 24.9 km

Getting around

  • Ruffec Station - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Portebleue - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Le Bistrot Des Douves - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪L'oasis - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪L'Amalfi - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Le Moulin de Verteuil - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Hobogîte: 4-Star Stone Cottage, EXCLUSIVE use Heated Pool & Acre of Gardens have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at The Hobogîte: 4-Star Stone Cottage, EXCLUSIVE use Heated Pool & Acre of Gardens?

As of 26 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hobogîte: 4-Star Stone Cottage, EXCLUSIVE use Heated Pool & Acre of Gardens on 3 Apr, 2027 start from S$330, 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 The Hobogîte: 4-Star Stone Cottage, EXCLUSIVE use Heated Pool & Acre of Gardens pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Hobogîte: 4-Star Stone Cottage, EXCLUSIVE use Heated Pool & Acre of Gardens?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Hobogîte: 4-Star Stone Cottage, EXCLUSIVE use Heated Pool & Acre of Gardens?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hobogîte: 4-Star Stone Cottage, EXCLUSIVE use Heated Pool & Acre of Gardens?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Hobogîte: 4-Star Stone Cottage, EXCLUSIVE use Heated Pool & Acre of Gardens located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Tourist Office Country Ruffécois - Antenna Ruffec, Labyrinthe Végétal and Aire de Rejallant. Abbey of Our Lady of Nanteuil and Saint John the Baptist Church are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The was our fourth visit. Great place to stay to see the Charente and visit the local restaurants. One of the best gites that we have been to. That's why we keep coming back
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct, 2026
Thank you for leaving such a lovely review - and thank you for returning to the Hobogîte, we really appreciate it!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at the Hobogîte. Great location, very well equipped, clean and cosy accommodation and wonderful pool and gardens. Communication with the owners and their local help was seamless and friendly. We were also very thankful for the generous welcome pack including groceries, fresh bread, drinks, cheese, milk and butter. Great value for money, especially considering the privacy and exclusive use of the pool. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept, 2026
Thank you for leaving such a nice review, we really appreciate such positive feedback. Glad you liked the Welcome Pack - and of course the private pool and grounds!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great location, beautiful garden and pool, helpful hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct, 2023
Thank you so much for leaving such a lovely appreciative review.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well presented property in very peaceful location. Close to amenities and lovely countryside.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug, 2025
Thank you very much for your kind review of The Hobogite, and it was particularly good to see how you appreciated its lovely location.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Third visit, still a great place

Lovely property, wonderful pool and gardens in a beautiful quiet part of France.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2025
Thank you both for leaving us your lovely review. It makes us very happy to be able to share our beautiful property with all of lovely guests. With our very best wishes, Rob and Lene
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect for a couple. Had a great time. This was our 2nd visit. Went last year.Great price. Great surroundings. Pool fantastic. Lovely area to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2025
Thank you both for leaving us such a lovely review. We were happy to hear how much you enjoyed our little corner of France - and of course the Pool! We hope we may be able to welcome you back for a third visit at some time in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely little house in a peaceful location

The Hobogite is beautifully presented and the owners supply a generous welcome pack, which is a great help for weary travellers. The exclusive use of the swimming pool is a great plus. The area is tranquil and extremely pretty. We loved staying here- just right for 2 people.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept, 2024
Thank you very much for your very kind review, and we were pleased to hear that you enjoyed our Welcome Pack! We hope to see you in La Renaudière again before too long.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

return visit

As good as we remembered. Perfect for our needs. We especially like the tranquillity whilst only being ten minutes to amenities.Looking forward to re-booking for next year.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May, 2025
Thank you for your kind review. We're really pleased to hear you enjoyed our tranquil setting, while being so close to amenities. We look forward to welcoming you back again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden gem

Lovely well equipped gite spotlessly clean in a lovely peaceful location Had a lovely relaxing week. Would definitely return
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug, 2023
Thank you so much for leaving your lovely review, it always makes us happy when we have such a contented guest. We are very pleased that you had such a peaceful and relaxing time in The Hobogite, and hope that we might look forward to welcoming you again in the future! With very best wishes from Rob and Lene.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful stay at Hobogite.The booking process and communication with the owners was excellent from the off.After a long day of travelling we found the gite with ease thanks to the directions provided and Google. The property is visually stunning, photos did not do it justice. Located in a rural area accessed by very narrow roads there area was quiet. The occasional car, the birds and the nearby Trainline were all that could be heard. Please don't be put off by the train. The noise is not intrusive or regular.The property had everything you could ask for and the welcome basket a lovely touch. We certainly wanted for nothing when we stayed. The pool was amazing especially arriving at the tail end of a 37 heatwave. When it did cool to 25 the pool being heated meant it was not so much a shock to get in. The WiFi did drop out occasionally and could not always be rebooted instantly but always returned and we would have liked more comfortable seating immediately outside the gite. These are not issues that tainted our enjoyment in any way.Ruffec, just 5 minutes away has plenty of options for your supplies and there are plenty of nice restaurants in the area also. Our preference was Auberge de Noyer. We normally choose a different area to holiday each year but we are seriously considering rebooking.Thank you for a wonderful stay
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug, 2026
Thank you so much for your very kind, and very thoughtful, review. It is this kind of advice that we are keen to know about, so that we can do our best to address any issues. Haha, yes, we look forward to possibly hosting you again in the future; you would be very welcome!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
A lovely peaceful area but within 6 minutes drive of Ruffec for plenty of amenities incl. 2 large supermarkets and a new Lidl. Preferrred restaurants were outside Ruffec but only a 20 minute drive. Property had a few niggles which didn’t detract from a very enjoyable 1 week stay. The pool was a real bonus as was the proximity to the N10 for trips to Angouleme, Bordeaux and outlying villages.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug, 2025
Thank you for your review, and it was great to hear that you enjoyed our lovely surroundings, as well as the super pool, of course. We were sorry however to hear that you had "some niggles" during your stay, and we are sorry that you did not let us know, so that we could have rectified any issues. However, we are glad that this did not detract from your enjoyment of your holiday - as you know, our main aim is really to give you an enjoyable and trouble-free holiday!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely weeks stay in Hobogite. The place was clean, cute and comfortable. I cooked alot during our stay as digestive illness and intolerance makes eating out tricky, and the kitchen had everything we needed. We had beautiful October sunshine most days, with some cold nights and mornings. We appreciated the welcome pack, the garden space, the many birds including green woodpeckers, the red squirrels, the wonderful stars, the olive tree, the lovely old stonework, the peaceful location and the proximity to Ruffec for easy supermarket shopping. An enjoyable week staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct, 2025
Thank you for your lovely review of your autumnal stay in the Hobogîte, and we were so pleased to hear how much you enjoyed it.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous little place to stay

Had a great second holiday at the Hobogite and I’m sure we’ll be back for a third! Lovely little house in a great area, fabulous pool all to yourself and the owners really care that you enjoy your stay, as proven by the attention to detail and the quality of furnishings and equipment provided. One of the best properties we have stayed in. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun, 2023
Many thanks for giving The Hobogîte such a lovely review! It gives us so much pleasure when we hear of a guest who has enjoyed the facilities we have provided. We too young hope that's we may look forward to welcoming you back again in the future. Best wishes, Rob and Lene
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful well equip comfortable cottage in the middle of the French countryside with its own private swimming pool and large garden.The cottage is several miles outside the town, so a car is necessary. We received good prompt information and tips from the owner. And received good local advice from Bill,the local rep.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug, 2025
Thank you very much for your kind review, and for your appreciation of the lovely rural location. We are also happy that we and Bill were able to help you with some local info.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Quiet Gite in the Charente

Lovely Quiet Gite in the Charente, excellent location to explore the surrounding area and further afield to the coast. Excellent exclusive use pool that was a life saver as the temperatures climbed over 30. Very comfortable for a 2 person stay. Great communication with the owner and the local caretakers. Thanks!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2024
Thank you for your splendid review of The Hobogite, and it was great to hear that you got lots of use out of the private pool during your stay! We hope that we might see you again in La Renaudière, with best wishes from Rob and Lene
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Within minutes of arriving I felt totally relaxed. Really well appointed gite, superb swimming pool and lovely peaceful location (apart from the TGV) which is not particularly loud, just a surprise the first time you hear it as everything else is so peaceful. Excellent if what you’re looking for is to get away and relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul, 2022
Thank you for giving The Hobogite such a nice review, and we're really pleased to know that you felt so relaxed there, as we always do. Yes it is perhaps a little surprising when you first hear the whoosh of a TGV passing by nearly a kilometre away but it is not really an intrusive sound, and fortunately it does not happen very often!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect relaxation

Lovely property in a quiet village. Perfect for a holiday doing very little other than lounging by the pool and taking in the sun. Quality restaurants recommended by the owners did not disappoint. Ruffec very quiet but the E. Leclerc hypermarket superb, but absolutely packed on Saturday. Niort and Melle well worth the drive and Verteuil sur Charente beautiful in the mid-week.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2024
Thank you for your review, and we were so glad to hear that you enjoyed the lovely surroundings, as well as our fantastic local restaurants. We hope to see you in La Renaudière again in the future.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pretty gite in lovely location

Lovely clean gite in a good location. We had a couple of problems with ants and a swarm of bees, obviously beyond the owners control. Bill, the handyman, responded very quickly with help and advice. The owner very kindly offered the use of another nearby gite but we were fine and the bees didn’t worry us. The weather was perfect and we enjoyed our time visiting friends and the local area. Ruffec very near for good shopping. Lots of lovely villages to visit and enjoy good food.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May, 2025
Thank you both for your lovely review, and you will be pleased to know that the bees have now been re-homed by the local Beekeeper! Thanks also for your positive comments, both about our gite and the local area. We look forward to welcoming you again, when we're sure you will not be joined by any "little friends"! Best wishes Rob and Lene
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Excellent. Pool amazing. Gite beautiful. Any correspondence replied to quickly. Caretaker lovely. Great weather , beautiful garden. Peaceful holiday just sunbathing. Location good for supermarkets. All in all had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul, 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review of The Hobogîte. It gives us much pleasure to know how much you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again in La Renaudière before too long. Best wishes from Lene and Rob.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a relaxing week at Hobogite it’s perfect for a couple, and within easy access for everything you may need during your stay. The pool is lovely although the weather wasn’t always on our side! The welcome pack was a great extra and much appreciated.We had a couple of problems during our stay. One being the floor in the bathroom which was reported to Bill the handyman, and also the bedroom door which is difficult to close properly and can stick which I found out twice when I locked myself in!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept, 2025
Hello Mandy, thank you so much for your kind review, and we were very happy to hear how much you enjoyed your stay at The Hobogite, as well as our famous Welcome Pack and of course the Pool (when the weather was kind enough!) We were so sorry about the damaged floor - thank you very much for informing Bill, and we're pleased to report that it has now been dealt with.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2nd Visit.

We enjoyed our 2nd visit to the Hobogite. We were very lucky with the weather, which enabled us to enjoy every aspect of the lovely garden and heated pool. The welcome pack was a much appreciated touch to start our holiday. However the mattress dips in the middle which prevents us from giving 5 stars. Thank you to Bill for his help and advice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun, 2023
Thank you for leaving your positive 4-star comment, and we were pleased to hear that you enjoyed the Welcome Pack and the facilities at The Hobogite. Yes, Bill is truly a treasure, and we are glad that he was able to help. We were however very concerned to hear that you stayed the whole time with an uncomfortable bed without saying anything - this is something that we would really have appreciated knowing about earlier, so that we could have helped you before you left. Another time, please do let us know as soon as something goes wrong, rather than waiting until afterwards - and then docking a star!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous

Cannot fault this property. Would definitely recommend and would love to stay again. Very good communication and any queries answered straight away. We have previously stayed at another property from a different provider and it was dire to say the least , so we were apprehensive. We needn't have been. This is superb. Thank you
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May, 2024
Thank you so much for leaving The Hobogîte such a fabulous review. We try hard to provide a really relaxing and comfortable stay for our guests, and this sort of feedback is very important to us. We hope you may be able to stay with us again! Best wishes from Lene and Rob.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

We stayed here for two weeks and throughly enjoyed our ourselves. The gite is great for two people and Rob & Lene provide everything needed for a comfortable stay. The garden is huge, well kept and has plenty of wildlife to watch whilst chilling by the pool. The pool is fab, we were in it most days and we were especially grateful for it when a heat wave came through the area. The quiet location of the gite is ideal for unwinding being in the middle of the countryside. But 10 mins by car and you are in Ruffec for supermarkets, restaurants etc. Also in an ideal location to explore the Charante area. We had a perfect two weeks here and highly recommend it.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug, 2023
Thank you very much Simon & Gayle for leaving such a lovely detailed review of The Hobogîte. We are so glad that you especially enjoyed the garden and the pool - and of course the location. We hope very much that you will be able to return and stay again with us before too long! Thanks again from Rob and Lene.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very happy with our stay at Hobogite. Lots of thoughtful care from our hosts Rob & Lene to provide everything to make our stay as comfortable as possible. Much appreciated!! It was extremely peaceful and the garden & grounds were gorgeous. We have booked again for next year which I think says it all. If I might be permitted to make a couple of small constructive criticisms. The key press was awkward to use, especially in the dark. We had eight or nine days of rain & therefore spent more time inside than we would have liked. The sofa wasn't the most comfortable, but it was OK. Overall we had a very enjoyable and relaxing time. The pool was lovely and although we were only able to use a couple of times due to weather, hopefully next year we'll spend more time down there. Rob and Lene, in lots of little ways, show how they genuinely care about the comfort of their guests & that they enjoy their stay. Who can ask for more?
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept, 2025
Thank you both for leaving us such a detailed and positive review, and we will be very pleased to welcome you back again next year for a longer, and hopefully warmer, stay!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay at The Hobogite. The weather was fantastic and time spent relaxing by the pool was lovely. The sunsets were amazing and we enjoyed sitting outside and watching the sun go down. Great location and close to Ruffec, which we really liked (especially the boulangerie and the menu du jour at Les Caprices du Marché).The Hobogite is perfect for 2 people and we would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
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