Beautiful, comfortable, and FAMILY FRIENDLY! My husband, 18-month old daughter, and I stayed here for what turned out to be the most relaxing three nights of our two-week vacation in France. While my husband and I had visited Paris several times, this was our first visit to Reaux and our first time traveling internationally with the baby. After navigating the Paris bistro scene (often doing without changing tables, high-chairs, or even toilette seats!), we were delighted to find an oasis where our family could finally relax and soak in the simple beauty of Charantes .
Before we arrived, the owners had already assembled a fold-away crib complete with baby safe linens (I’m a stickler about cribs, and this was nicer than the one I lugged from Paris!). The Bathrooms had every luxury, a large bathtub, quality soaps (even a body scub!) and towels fit for an king. My personal favorite, however, was the spacious and beautiful kitchen. On our first day there, we did an impromptu stop at the wonderful town market. I was so excited by the offerings that I bought fresh eggs, steaks, and some veggies without first checking whether we had the utensils to cook them! I was so relieved to find that our kitchen came fully stocked with everything I would need (paring knife, garlic press, black pepper grinder, frying pans, AND A LE CREUSET DUTCH OVEN!).
Our dinner was fantastic and the next morning I also prepared a Fritata which our baby enjoyed from the comfort of her high chair. She especially enjoyed snacking on the owner’s home-made honey. Yet another perk of our stay!
The bedrooms were spacious and comfortable. Wood and kindling were always ready for our fires. We never had to ask for anything. Our needs were anticipated and met, and nothing was left to chance. My only regret is that we had not allotted more time for our stay here. FIVE STARS! WE WILL DEFINITELY BE BACK!