2 Bedroom Stylish Gite in a Former Priory near Jarnac, Charente, France
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In the heart of the beautiful and historic Charente region you will find The Courtyard at Sainte Catherine, an award-winning chambre d’hotes which is home to three beautifully restored holiday houses. Chez Coco is stylish, quirky and wonderfully welcoming.
If you’re looking for a family-friendly holiday destination where you and your loved ones can relax with charming hosts in peaceful picturesque surroundings then look no further – The Courtyard is exactly what you need. Once a cluster of virtually ruined buildings, the owners have transformed this place into a little haven of wellness and tranquillity, where the surroundings are rural, the skies are clear, wildlife is abundant and hospitality is a priority. On site you can enjoy home cooked meals and a gorgeous swimming pool, nearby is the pretty village of Rouillac, and all around are the many delights of the region, including the Charente river and the vibrant towns of Jarnac and Angouleme. This is a heavenly retreat.
If you can drag yourself away from the glorious setting of the Courtyard, then you’re in the perfect place to discover the region and the wonderful historic towns of Jarnac, Cognac and Angouleme. Jarnac has the Charente River as a playground - fantastic for outdoor living and watersports. Angouleme and Cognac can offer you culture, nightlife and shopping, as well as museums, galleries and fabulous places to eat and drink.
Getting There:
The Courtyard is close to several transport routes through France and near plenty of airports, as well as the TGV (high speed train link) in Angouleme. You can pick up a hire car at any of the airports, or we can organise a transfer for a small fee. The Courtyard is 2.5 hours from Paris by direct train - London - Paris - Angouleme is only a 5 hour journey! Nearest airports are Limoges (1hr 15), Bordeaux, La Rochelle and Poitiers (1hr 30), Bergerac (2 hrs 30). Nearest ferries are St Malo and Caen (5 hours), Roscof (6 hours) and Calais (7 hours).
Nearest Airport:
Limoges
Nearest Train Station:
Angouleme
Nearest Ferry:
St Malo / Caen
Car Hire:
Advised
Interior Details
Chez Coco is a chic and unique little cottage with two en-suite bedrooms – one double (with additional single and cot) and one Master with a king size bed and a Juliet balcony which looks out over open countryside. The living area has two sofas, a wood burner, a flat screen TV and a DVD player and there is also a well-equipped kitchen with all the mod cons.
Exterior Details
Outside there is a private garden with covered pergola dining table and chairs. There is a gorgeous gated heated pool on site.There is a childrens play area with climbing frame, sand pit, géodésique dome, trampoline. There is an indoor space with an arty crafty table, lego, playmobil. There is a hangar with ping pong, table football and darts.
Further Details
Aside from the accommodation itself, there is free arrival shopping pick and drinks. The hosts can book in advance for you; pony riding, chocolate making, cognac tasting, canoeing, bike hire. In high season we light the wood burning pizza oven on Friday nights.
Conditions of Rental
In high season (June, July and August) bookings are a minimum of a week and changeover day is Saturday. Changeover day is flexible during other times of year and there is a three night minimum stay. Prices include all linens, bath towels, WiFi, private parking and concierge service. End of stay cleaning is payable separately to the cleaner. Couples rates are available for under occupancy outside June, July and August.
