Charente

This tastefully restored property offers peace and country living, whilst being close to two market towns, and with train stations and airports around an hour away.

Lovely 3-bed house, very quiet location, available 1 month min-3 months maximum per rental. Pretty garden (separated from house by a veg plot), small courtyard, balconies to all bedrooms, traditional fireplace, fitted kitchen, 1 ensuite bathroom plus a main shower room. All within easy driving distance to the towns of Champagne Mouton and Ruffec. Do come to have a look.

Our house is a large detached house that would be suitable for two families or a family with friends that like to stay.
Couples are welcome too.

Great Caravan with shower, toilet and heating, with electric.

A 300 year old terraced family home in the centre of Brillac. House has been decorated to a high standard. South facing terrace/courtyard (30m²) plus 1 outhouse ideal for storage (8m²) and small lawn (40m²). Brillac has a bakery, little grocery/bar/petrol station, post office, doctors, pharmacy, library, and a Village de Vacances where village events take place, and an outside swimming pool which is open July and August for everyone. Good walking/cycling routes. Supermarkets and good shopping in nearby Confolens, Bellac and St Junien. Historic Confolens 25 minutes away.

Beautifully renovated stone farmhouse in rural hamlet just 6km from medieval town of Ruffec and the N10. A well kept hamlet surrounded by fields of sunflowers and maize, with woodland walks where you can discover the Lavoir tucked away in the trees. Hiking and cycling is well recommended as is kayaking in the many rivers nearby, fishing is also accessible in the rivers or in the many fishing lakes. Ruffec has a twice weekly market and selection of supermarkets, clothes shops, bakers bars and restaurants. The TGV runs to Paris and Bordeaux and the N10 joins the motorway network. Ruffec also has a hospital with emergency facilities. Ruffec is positioned between Poitiers and Angoulume -2 beautiful medieval towns worth visiting. The area is full of beautiful historic villages to visit.

Location, Location, Location. This charming, sought after little cottage is available for rent throughout lockdown and after. It is in the centre of a beautiful market town with all local amenities accessible by foot. The cottage has two bedrooms, a kitchen diner, a utility room, a comfortable lounge and downstairs bathroom and a family bathroom with shower over bath. There is a walled, covered courtyard which is lockable and can be used rain or shine, it has a seating area for five and there is the use of a small BBQ.

The property has recently been renovated to a high standard, situated in a hamlet with a no-through road, close proximity to Rochechouart, Chabanais, Chassenon, St Junien.

Close to Confolens for the International Dance Festival in August. Re-built in 2016, this 2-bedroomed cottage is next to our home in a quiet hamlet. A 15-minute walk to the village of Benest, or down to the river Charente. Hazelnut cottage is part of a longère (a French farmhouse) and shares a huge garden with an orchard. Ideal for those who like to sit and relax in peace and quiet, those who like to go for country walks, or those who are bird-watchers. Pets are welcome.
Hazelnut cottage shares the large garden with mature fruit and nut trees and far reaching countryside views. Pets are welcome here. The rent includes as many ready-cut logs as you require, all utilities, and taxes. Truly all-inclusive! Ideal for house-hunters and longer stays.

A lovely family home in a quiet hamlet please contact us for more information

Modern cottage from barn conversion.

Secluded conversion of a 17th century farmhouse and barns. Large modern kitchen and huge patio with outside seating and views of the fields and valley. The property is set away from the road in a small hamlet, with plenty of parking on site. This is an ideal spot for nature-lovers, hikers or cyclists, with plenty of forest trails and country roads set among gently rolling hills.

A very secluded gite with lovely garden and views.

Historic building, in which the first floor flat is available to rent. Situated on the edge of the ancient quarter of Ruffec town centre. A light and airy apartment great with good size rooms in a great central location.
Within this market town, its within walking distance of the train station, cinema, swimming pool, gym, hospital, also retail park and all of the major supermarkets in this thriving market town.
Ideally located for exploring all that this fantastic area has to offer with day trips for city shopping, the seaside and numerous tourist attractions. Great roads for cycling and motorbiking. Ruffec has a lot of recreational groups and activities to offer.

Chez Pineau is an oldey worldy cottage in a village with a shop, post office, café/ pottery. On the edge of the river Vienne. 9kms from Confolens where there are supermarkets, restaurants/bars, cinema and hospital. Within easy reach of Limoges airport (30 mins) and Poitiers airport (1hr 25mins).

Maison du Bonheur is a beautiful self contained cottage sharing the 1 acre grounds with the owners house. A 8x4 metre swimming pool looks out over the adjoining fields. We are set at the end of a lane in peace & tranquility.

This new conversion of the barn attached to the family fermette is the ideal for a holiday retreat, for writers and artists or for those needing a pied a terre whilst searching for property to buy. There is the additional use of a 5m x 4m oak floored studio for eg music practice/painting. The owners tend not to use the house till the summer holidays currently. It is right at the edge of the village on a lane going towards the forest, so whilst you are in the village, you feel very secluded. The property is caretaken by the neighbour. There is a village shop and an excellent grocery story 7 kms away. The local garage will rent a car at a special rate with this property of eg 130 euros. Beaulieu is a lovely village with beautiful church overlooking the Son valley, a popular rambling centre.

Our gite is in a former paper mill, originally built in 1688, which has been renovated to provide modern facilities, whilst maintaining as much of the character as possible. It is a real home from home - light, spacious and airy. It is surrounded by countryside and walking distance to the village of Saint Séverin and a short drive to the picturesque village of Aubeterre-sur-Dronne and the market towns of Riberac and Chalais. The region is known for its gentle undulating countryside with fields of sunflowers, picturesque rivers and lakes, its wines and sunny climate. It is popular with walkers, cyclists, artists and photographers. There are many places of interest and activities to suit all tastes and ages, and it is perfectly located to explore both the Charente and Dordogne.

The Stables is a beautiful comfortable home from home with stunning views set in rolling countryside surrounded by fields of sunflowers and vines.
Open plan lounge/diner and fully equipped kitchen with exposed beams. 3 bedrooms comprising 1 double with king sized bed and ensuite and 2 twin rooms with ensuites. Economic heating from a eco friendly wood burning pellet stove, the property is fully insulated and double glazed. A tranquil position set in 7 acres of private grounds with beautiful countryside views. Large private gardens.

Charming cottage close to Aubeterre, South Charente.
1 bedroomed cottage renovated from former servants quarter, set on a 25 acres private estate; walking distance to the very sought after village of Aubeterre, on the Charente/Dordogne border.

Charming stone-built farmhouse, set in private grounds. Rolling countryside. Walking distance to Aubeterre.

1 bedroomed detached house in the center of a small village; walking distance to the very sought after village of Aubeterre, on the Charente/Dordogne border.

Unique 1 bedroom detached farmhouse in the center of a small village. Recent renovation, retaining history and original features such as beamed ceilings, exposed stones, fireplace etc.
Walking distance from the picturesque village of Aubeterre-Sur-Dronne and its beautiful surroundings, on the South Charente/Dordogne border.

Set in the rolling landscape of the Charente region of south west France, bordered by meadows and sunflower fields, you will find Le Cerisier, a stone Charentaise house with its spectacular wisteria and rose covered arbour leading to the main entrance, the pool, beautiful gardens and cherry tree orchard, where the house gets its name, Le Cerisier.

Sunrise Cottage, a sympathetically restored traditional stone cottage with oak beams, stone walls and a Charentais fireplace with woodburner. Our property sits in an acre of garden and is a short distance from the historic village of Verteuil-sur-Charente, in the sunny department of Charente. We are in a tranquil location surrounded by fields of maize and sunflowers. We also have Sunset Cottage for rent (almost identical).

A rustic 2 bedroom country cottage, newly renovated and refurbished to a high standard, situated in the village of Salles De Villefagnan, approximately 5km from the historic villages of Ruffec and Verteuil. The cottage overlooks farmland and is located on the outskirts of the village in a peaceful setting, ideal for those looking for a relaxing getaway from the hustle and bustle of city/town living. Parking is available at the cottage.
Bed & Breakfast is available upon request. A breakfast basket can be supplied on request for the duration of your stay (if required) at a cost of €5 per person. Additional meals can be supplied but must be requested in advance.
The cottage has undergone a full renovation and is fitted with all mod-cons.

Large (30m²) open plan kitchen, lounge and dining area. English satellite TV is installed. Beautiful full turn oak stairs lead to a large bedroom, with a bathroom comprising of an antique high level WC, large walk in shower, corner bath and sink. There is a large covered parking area to the side of the property and a patio area to the rear.

Beautifully restored Charentais Cottage set in stunning elevated position in one of the sunniest regions in France. 2 double bedrooms, fully fitted kitchen and sumptuously appointed shower room. Floodlit swimming pool, Large garden with access to the grounds. Peace and tranquility yet close to all amenities. Ideal situation for house hunters or long term holiday makers.

Fantastic light and airy gite, encompassing open plan living, set within an acre of beautiful grounds in the quiet and sleepy South Charente countryside. Large living area with t.v complete with satellite viewing and cosy seating area, fully fitted kitchen, fully fitted bathroom with shower and bath and two large bedrooms. The apartment is part of the beautiful old school house which has been lovingly restored in a complex with 3 separate houses, large outdoor swimming pool, children's splash pool, restuarant, outdoor private dining areas each with wooden tables and BBQ, indoor games room with equipped gym area, pool table and darts.

This 5 bedroom house is on our beautiful family run complex. Le Bourg is part of 'The Old School House' of Passirac and set in an acre of gardens, with private outdoor dining, stunning pool, onsite restaurant which is open all year and within walking distance to a beautiful inland lake. We can offer storage and welcome pets, so we are perfect for anyone wishing to relocate or simply wanting to spend sometime in the beautiful French countryside.

This charming upside-down cottage comprises of one bedroom on the ground floor with shower room and laundry room. Upstairs is a bright open plan kitchen and living room with door to a tiny covered entrance with stone steps to the quiet village lane. ​

Very well built, 1859 traditional Charentais house. It is set in 2000m² of a beautiful, private garden, backing on to the old village church.

Lovely detached stone farmhouse with 3 double bedrooms, 2 mins drive from lakes/beach with bars and restaurants. Lovely location, ideal for househunters and ramblers. Private pool for use in the summer with bbq/picnic area and garden to the side of the farmhouse. Available for weekly or monthly rentals, prices vary for weekly rentals throughout the summer, please get in touch if you would like further information.

Le Haut Metraud is set in beautiful surrounding countryside with sunflower fields and vines bordering the property. Spectacular views from the house, garden, terrace and pool.
Spacious accommodation on two floors;- large living room with beamed ceiling. Fireplace and UK satellite TV and DVD player. Farmhouse-style dining kitchen.
4 bedrooms, two bathrooms.
Extensive outside space includes large lawned gardens on three sides. Breakfast patio to the front, with pool-side patio including shaded pergola overlooking sunflower fields and evening sun.
8 acres of private grounds, all leading to open farmland.
Private, heated pool, 10m x 5m with patio. Lawns for spacious play areas.

Beautiful old stone built farmhouse, tastefully restored to retain many of the original features. Spacious and well equipped. Situated at the end of a lane in a quiet hamlet, it overlooks the countryside of the Vienne valley. Within easy reach of airports at Poitiers and Limoges. Ideal base for house hunting or long break.