Holiday gites in Cognac, Charente Maritime, Poitou-Charentes, France
Gite and B&B in a Manor House
Close to Cognac, Charente Maritime
Sleeps 4/6 (2 Bedrooms)
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Le Logis de Bresdon is situated in Vinerville Bas, Bresdon a small hamlet at the eastern most tip of the Charente Maritime Department, 70 mins from La Rochelle on the Atlantic Coast and 30 minutes from the beautiful city of Cognac. Your country cottage: The gite is set in the grounds of an elegant 1850’s aristocratic family home, formerly owned by Cognac producers. The 7 acres of gardens are yours to explore: A formal walled garden, scented roses, irises and cypress trees. An organic fruit orchard – cherry, plum, fig, apple, nectarines and walnuts. Meadowland and buttercup pastures where horses and peacocks roam.
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| Rental periods | |
| 27 September - 3 May | 800 euros |
| 3 May - 5 July | 1000 euros |
| 5 July - 6 September | 1500 euros |
| 6 - 27 September | 1000 euros |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in Euros.
Ideal for long winter let as the gite is centrally heated and an ideal base for property hunting or 'try before you buy' concept. Please enquire for special rates. All payments in euros please.
Changeover day
Saturday from 4pm. Check out at 10am.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Spacious bedrooms. There are 2 large bedrooms, one double and one twin. There is also a sofa bed in the living room. |
| Bathrooms: | Both bathrooms are en-suite and have a bath/shower attachment, loo and wash basin in one, and the second has a shower, loo and basin. High specification, fixtures and fittings. |
| Kitchen: | Ground floor, open plan living space 9m x 6m. Contemporary kitchen with electric cooker and hob, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave and toaster. |
| Utility Room: | Electric iron and ironing board. |
| Living Rooms: | Very comfortable living area with 2 sofas. Dining area with dining table, chairs and dresser. Telephone for incoming and local outgoing calls plus Wifi internet access, satellite TV and DVD. |
| Other: | Games room in an adjacent barn. Indulge in a game of table tennis or try your hand at croquet or boules on the lawn. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Luxurious Egyptian cotton bed linen provided plus bath and pool towels. Cleaning carried out and bed linen and towels changed on weekly basis. Maid service available. |
Notes on accommodation
Not suited for disabled as there are steps.
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge/freezer,
- microwave,
- dishwasher,
- washing machine,
- iron/ironing board,
- satellite tv,
- tv,
- telephone,
- internet access,
- central heating,
- cot,
- high chair,
- barbecue,
- pool heating,
- shared pool
Outside
Private patio garden. Step out from the gite through large French Windows onto your own private, spacious terrace and enjoy stunning views across the meadowland and pastures where horses and sheep graze. Your terrace is equipped with hardwood table and chairs, sun loungers, sun umbrellas and a free-standing BBQ. Terracotta pots brim with hot-coloured geraniums and begonias.
Coast/Beach
St Georges de Didonne south of Royan is a delightful beach. Also try out St Palais sur Mer. All have their own charms. La Palmyre (90 mins by car) Situated between Royan and La Rochelle, Zoo de la Palmyre has over 1600 'residents' including Polar Bears, Gorillas, Siberian Tigers, Rhinoceroses and Elephants and is a great day out. La Palmyre also boasts one of the largest and less crowded beaches in the area. Chatelaillon Plage (60 mins by car) Just south of La Rochelle the golden sand.
Golf
There are 6 courses within an hour's drive, plus 2 others shown below: Cognac Golf Club (30 minutes) 18 holes 6142m par 72 Golf Club de l'Hirondelle, Angouleme (45 mins) 18 holes 6346m par 70 Golf de Saintes Rouyer Guillet (35 minutes) 18 holes 4790m par 68 Golf de Royan (60 mins) 18 holes 5970m par 71 Chateau des Forges Golf Club (Niort) (60 mins) 18 holes 6400m par 74, 9 holes 3200m par 37 Golf de la Prée - La Rochelle (60 mins) 18 holes 6012m par 72 Mignaloux Beauvoir Golf Club (East of Poitiers) (80-90 mins) 18 holes 6032m par 71 Haut Poitou Golf Club (North of Poitiers) (80-90 mins) 18 holes 6590m par 75, 9 holes 1800m par 31.
Travel
Where is Bresdon? Bresdon is located in the Charente Maritime region of south-west France. The nearest major town, Cognac, is 30 min to the south, La Rochelle is an hour’s drive west and Bordeaux is an hour and a half south. The area is served well by low-cost airlines with Angouleme airport half an hour away. A further 4 airports are within 1.5 hours of the house: Poitiers, La Rochelle, Limoges and Bordeaux (BMI Baby/Fly-BE). The nearest port is Saint Malo (from Portsmouth on Brittany ferries).
Distances
Be seduced by the hundreds of acres of sunflowers and vineyards in an area distinguished as France’s second sunniest. Explore the plethora of hamlets and villages – treasures of historical heritage. Look out for those famous Saintonge arches. Discover the secrets of cognac distillation and savour the local amber nectar – Pineau! World-renowned Cognac, St. Jean d’Angely, Saintes and Aulnay (home to the most important Romanesque church in the south west) are all within easy reach.
Further details
The allure of the Atlantic coast with its sand dunes, sea sports and oyster beds is inviting… So too, the chic resorts of La Rochelle, Royan and La Palmyre …
Booking notes
Completed booking form and 25% of rental price to secure reservation. Balance of rental price to be paid at least eight weeks before arrival.
Guest comments
Thank you for a glimpse of 'Heaven on Earth'!
Paul and Valerie, Windsor.
We were very lucky to discover Le Logis de Bresdon, an oasis of tranquility. We have never experienced such wonderful hospitality and kindness and in such a gorgeous location! Thank you so much for making it a wonderful holiday.
Steve and Lucy, York.
A wonderful location, fabulous hosts, we felt like one of the family!
John and Julie, Woking
For booking and further information
Kathy Fortescue
Tel: (France) + 33 (0)546 250 944
Mob: (France) + 33 (0)613 821 839
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