Carmagnac - Luxury Romantic Gîte with Hot Tub in the Charente

Jane and Richard first met in 2001, brought together by a shared love of France, hospitality and restoring beautiful places. While building successful careers in hospitality, facilities management and electrical engineering in the UK, we shared a long-held dream of creating somewhere special in France — a place where people could escape, slow down and feel completely at home.

That dream eventually brought us to the Charente and to Carmagnac.

Over the years we have carefully restored and developed the property, combining the character of traditional French buildings with the comfort, quality and attention to detail we would expect when travelling ourselves.

Carmagnac is our home, not simply a holiday rental, and we genuinely enjoy sharing it with our guests. We believe good hospitality is about getting the balance right: a warm welcome, being available whenever we are needed, and then giving our guests the privacy and space to enjoy their time together.

We particularly love introducing visitors to this quieter corner of France — from beautiful villages and local markets to restaurants, vineyards and places that are sometimes missed by the traditional tourist trail.

Carmagnac isn’t simply a holiday rental—it’s our home, and we believe our guests deserve the same quality, comfort and attention to detail that we enjoy ourselves.

Nestled in the rolling countryside of the Charente, you’ll find peace, stunning views, incredible wildlife and dark star-filled skies, yet you’re within easy reach of beautiful villages, vineyards, markets and historic towns.

Inside you’ll discover a kitchen equipped to a standard rarely found in holiday accommodation, from quality cookware and baking equipment to premium crockery, sharp knives and thoughtful extras that make longer stays effortless.

Outside, relax in your private hot tub, enjoy breakfast on the terrace, watch deer and birds from the garden, or simply unwind with a glass of wine as the sun sets over the countryside.

Our aim has always been simple: to create the kind of place we would want to stay ourselves—a peaceful, luxurious retreat where every detail has been considered and every guest leaves feeling refreshed, relaxed and already planning their return.

This version tells your story more naturally while reinforcing Carmagnac’s premium positioning and why guests consistently leave five-star reviews.

Carmagnac is more than a holiday rental – it’s our home, created with the same quality, comfort and attention to detail that we enjoy ourselves. Every improvement has been carefully chosen to offer guests a truly relaxing and memorable stay.

Designed exclusively for couples, our five-star retreat combines complete privacy with luxury touches including a private hot tub, panoramic countryside views, full air conditioning and an exceptionally well-equipped kitchen.

Wake to birdsong, spend evenings under some of the darkest star-filled skies in France, and unwind surrounded by nature. Despite the peaceful setting, you’re within easy reach of beautiful villages, vineyards, markets, rivers, historic towns and the Atlantic coast for unforgettable day trips.

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, exploring the Charente or simply escaping the pace of everyday life, Carmagnac offers the perfect balance of luxury, tranquillity and authentic French countryside living.