Nestled in the rolling countryside of Charente Maritime, The Pigeonnier offers a cozy retreat for couples and small families. Enjoy the charm of this 17th-century gite with its own seating area, BBQ facilities, and access to a large garden and swimming pool. With WiFi available throughout your stay is sure to be relaxing.
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9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Pigeonnier - Traditional Farmhouse near La Rochelle. beaches 20 mins and a pool.
The Pigeonnier has a large double bed and a small mezzanine area that can sleep 2 kids (aged 4 to 11 yrs). The kitchen is equipped with a fridge, washing machine, gas cooker, microwave, iron and board. This gite is ideal for couples or small families only. We are situated in the Charente Maritime on the west coast of France. Nearby are the historic towns of La Rochelle and Rochefort & Surgeres. This area is rich in History with many forts, Romanesque churches, castles and Chateaux. Sandy beaches just 20 mins. The 17th century Farmhouse, Pigeonnier & Pressoir have recently been renovated to a very high standard. Each gite is fully equipped with everything you would need for a fantastic holiday. We are surrounded by rolling countryside with fields of sunflowers & wheat, close to a pretty Charentaise village with local shop, bar, post office and a local restaurant specializing in local cuisine. Nearby there’s fishing, cycling, pony riding and lovely country walks. WIFI is available in each of the properties. Outside there's a seating area for each of the gites, bbq, large garden, children's play area and free use of cycles. There is a large 11x5 meter swimming pool secured by stone walls and a locked gate for safety reasons. There is one off road parking space per gite in the courtyard of the farm.
There's a the bar/restaurant/shop in Landrais, village post office, Artist studio and a Garage (it's not possible to buy Petrol).
Antique Markets (brocantes) & Car boots (vide greniers) usually most weekends from April through to October.
Pony riding: Pony Riding at Toucherit (10min La Rochelle has some of the best fish restaurants dotted around the old port and all along the coast. You'll find several museums, Aquarium, Boutique shops, beautiful old stone architecture & boats rides etc. All along the coasts there are long sandy beaches some of the best are Chatelaillon, Fouras, Ile d'Oleron & ild de Ré.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Outdoor pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking only allowed outside
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Bicycles
Golf
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking only allowed outside
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
About the area
Located in Landrais, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Bay of Biscay and Marais Poitevin Regional Nature Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Begonia Conservatory and Théâtre de la Coupe d'Or. Travelling with kids? Consider Labyrinthe des Batailles Navales and Association Hermione-La Fayette. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and ecotours. Visit our Landrais travel guide
Does Pigeonnier - Traditional Farmhouse near La Rochelle. beaches 20 mins and a pool. have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Pigeonnier - Traditional Farmhouse near La Rochelle. beaches 20 mins and a pool. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Pigeonnier - Traditional Farmhouse near La Rochelle. beaches 20 mins and a pool.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Pigeonnier - Traditional Farmhouse near La Rochelle. beaches 20 mins and a pool.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Pigeonnier - Traditional Farmhouse near La Rochelle. beaches 20 mins and a pool.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Pigeonnier - Traditional Farmhouse near La Rochelle. beaches 20 mins and a pool. located?
Located by the sea, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Aunis Karting, Marais Poitevin Regional Nature Park and Church of Our Lady of the Assumption. Helene Tower and Surgeres Town Hall are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Pigeonnier - Traditional Farmhouse near La Rochelle. beaches 20 mins and a pool. Reviews
Reviews
Wonderful
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Had a lovely stay, Nigel and Suzanne were very welcoming and friendly.
Very well equipped, nice and cool inside.
Very good swimming pool and lots of chairs to sit around it.
Very quiet.
Excellent pool, charming small group of gites, lovely walk to nearby village but few facilities there (although bread available from dispenser next to Mairie). Good boulangerie at le Thou a short drive away. We enjoyed exploring La Rochelle and going to the nearest beaches. Owners live on-site and were very helpful.
Suzanne and Nigel,
Thank you for sharing your fantastique cottage with me. I loved it! Can't wait to come back. The location is perfect for me and the setting allows me to work when not visiting friends.
Second time staying here and I love it. Luckily I had time to spend with Nigel and Suzy this time and truly enjoyed our evening together. I have been coming to Charente-Maritime since the 80’s and love the laid back genuine character of the region and people. This area has grown to be a second home to me and my friends there my second family.
Suzanne a été très arrangeante et disponible concernant notre arrivée. Malheureusement nous n’avons pas pu profiter des lieux car seulement de passage dans la région. La chambre était très propre. Moins pratique avec un bébé d’un an car tout le monde était dans la même pièce. Mais cela était précisé dans l’annonce !
Merci à vous pour votre accueil !
Le cadre est magnifique, très calme. La piscine est très agréable.
Nous avons logé dans le Pigeonnier. Les lieux sont propres, bien entretenus et équipés comme il faut. Etant avec un bébé de 1 an, le fait qu'il n'y ait pas de chambre a été légèrement problématique. Il s'agit plutôt d'un studio ouvert. Il n'y a donc pas de chambre séparée mais une petite mezzanine, contrairement à ce que nous avions compris dans l'annonce.
A part ce petit point, nous avons passé de très bonnes vacances.
We have spent a week here with our 2 children (6 and 8). The room has been furnished and decorated with a lot of attention to detail. The hosts were very kind and welcoming.
Overall a very pleasant stay in a beautiful countryside estate.
Das Anwesen liegt außerhalb des kleinen Örtchens Landrais, nicht weit entfernt von La Rochelle und diversen Einkaufsmöglichkeiten. Die alte Meierei ist zu drei schönen Ferienwohnungen/-häusern umgebaut und liebevoll hergerichtet. Die Vermieter wohnen mit auf dem Anwesen und stehen mit Rat und Tat zur Seite, sehr nett und zuvorkommend. Wir waren bestimmt nicht das letzte mal hier. Ausgezeichnet.
lovely gite
lovely owners
lovely location
cant wait to return
Peter H.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019
Verified
6/10 Okay
Jean-François C.
22 May 2019
Endroit calme et accueil agréable
Nous avons passé un moment agréable dans cette charmante maison au calme et à moins d'une demi-heure des plages et de La Rochelle.
L'accueil est très agréable.
Jean-François C.
Verified
8/10 Good
Colleen C.
31 Mar 2019
Lovely little gite. Perfect stopover for us.
Very cosy little gite. We stayed here on a short stopover to the south of France. The hosts were lovely & very helpful.
Colleen C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Steve J.
20 Nov 2018
Excellent base to explore this area
Oct/Nov 2018 - 10 days
Property is in a quiet isolated position and is the perfect base to explore the surrounding area. Small but very cosy it has lots of rustic charm and is ideal for 2 persons. Only downside was the intermittent internet connection, if this is no worry to you then I would recommend this property as a welcoming and relaxing place to stay.
Steve J.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kim K.
4 May 2018
A relaxing stay..
Really enjoyed staying in the authentic stone Pigeonnier. Had everything I needed, bed very comfy! Set in lovely countryside very peaceful & relaxing.
Kim K.
Archival
6/10 Okay
Mirjam t.
9 Oct 2017
Gemütlich
Wir haben ein sehr liebevoll eingerichtet, kleines,gemütliches Haus vorgefunden. Sehr freundliche und hilfsbereite Vermieter.In der Küche alles vorhanden was man braucht.
Leicht verwirrt hat uns die Angabe der Bilder in der Anzeige. Es gehören nicht alle Fotos zu diesem Objekt, also genauer hinsehen als wir.
Das Objekt hat keine Heizung, daher im Herbst alles leicht klamm, man hätte allerdings den Ofen anheizen können.
Mirjam t.
Archival
8/10 Good
Marsella F.
19 May 2016
Lovely stone cottage in the middle of beautiful countryside
This is a charming little cottage near La Rochelle. It has everything you need for a peaceful stay. The owners are very helpful and accommodating.
Marsella F.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Natalia N.
5 Apr 2016
Brilliant stay
Lovely, lovely little house, really well equipped in a fantastic location. Would definitely recommend .
Natalia N.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
M M.
5 Dec 2015
Excellent winter break
Would definitely recommend a stay in the wonderful Pigeonnier, everything you need for a relaxing break with lots of little added extras that made the stay even more special. Nigel, Suzanne and their family cannot do enough for you and have plenty of local knowledge and recommendations if needed. The gite is ideally situated for lots of different interests that are within easy reach. The weather for the time of year with being in the micro climate was fantastic. We were fortunate enough to be their when there was a car rally on which was an amazing experience. Thank you again for making our holiday one to remember.
M M.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Bryan C.
7 Sept 2013
Relaxing Holiday
The Farmhouse is a lovely place to relax and explore the local area. Nigel and Suzanne are terrific hosts and the local area has so much to offer. The gite is well equipped, incredibly quiet and peaceful and the pool puts the icing on the proverbial cake. Our 8 year old daughter had her first scuba diving lessons in the pool and is now hooked. A lovely gite in a lovely area of France. Couldn't ask for more.