Cottages in Aubeterre, Charente, Poitou Charente, France
A Former Cognac Estate set in a Beautiful Landscape
Golf, Tennis and Pools set Within Grounds with Idyllic Villages and Beaches Close By
21 Restored Cottages
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Le Manoir de Longeveau is a former Cognac estate, lovingly restored and converted to provide the perfect hideaway for all who wish to visit us. We offer a superb range of facilities together with twenty one thoughtfully renovated, self catering, stone cottages. Longeveau itself is a small hamlet in a beautiful sun soaked valley in South West France, designated by the Michelin Guide as ‘a place of special beauty’.
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| Rental periods | Le Poulalier | L'Amandier | Jolies Arches | La Loge |
| 15 March - 17 May * | £250 | £320 | £410 | £450 |
| 17 May - 20/21 June | £310 | £480 | £590 | £740 |
| 20/21 June - 18/19 July | £390 | £650 | £840 | £960 |
| 18/19 July - 29/30 August | £480 | £980 | £1230 | £1470 |
| 29/30 August - 13 September | £390 | £650 | £840 | £960 |
| 13 - 27 September | £310 | £480 | £590 | £740 |
| 27 September - 3 November * | £250 | £320 | £410 | £450 |
Notes on prices
* Note re Spring / Autumn prices. These prices are based on two people only occupying. If more than two people (over 5 years) are occupying, please add an extra £25.00 per person per week. Low season (all remaining months) are 10% less than Spring / Autumn prices. Prices are inclusive of electricity, gas, water and heating. Please give us a call or visit our website if you have any further queries.
Changeover day
Changeover days operate on Friday's or Saturday's during the summer months. Outside this period we can be flexible.
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L'Amandier (Sleeps 4, 2 Bedrooms)
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This charming stone cottage has been thoughtfully converted from another former farm building on the estate. The single level property is centred round a dining room and kitchen (fully equipped). A step down to the rear leads to a cosy lounge with double doors out onto the terrace. There is one double bedroom with an en-suite shower room with WC. One twin bedroom with a separate shower room with WC. The property benefits from front and rear gardens with inside and outside views out over the golf course and valley beyond. Please note that we have six other different but equally charming two-bedroom cottages on-site, and a variety of other sized cottages. |
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Le Jolies Arches
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The tall arched façade on this cottage originally housed the grape crusher in years gone by. Nowadays it features a generous ground floor living room opening up to a fully equipped kitchen and dining area. The downstairs opens onto the terrace and garden which leads down to the golf course. Upstairs the delightful master bedroom has an en suite shower room with WC. Two twin bedrooms share a separate shower room. The property benefits from views across the golf course and the valley beyond. Please note that we have six other different but equally charming three-bedroomed cottages on-site, as well as various other sized cottages. |
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La Loge (Sleeps 8, 4 Bedrooms)
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Situated on a classical French courtyard in front of the Manoir, the building was once used as the groom’s quarters in days gone by. Nowadays a spacious ground floor, double aspect, living area opens on to a fully equipped kitchen and dining area. A double bedroom leading off the living area benefits from a dressing area and en suite shower room with WC. Upstairs is a split level double bedroom with ensuite shower room and WC. A further two twin bedrooms share a separate shower room with WC. The living room leads out to a terrace and barbeque area to the front of the cottage which is shaded by a magnificent lime tree. Please note that we have three other different but equally charming four-bedroom cottages on site and a number of other sized cottages. |
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Notes on accommodation
Shower rooms are well finished with plenty of hot water. Additional beds can be put in some gites for increased accommodation. Twin or double combinations can be altered if required. Cots available for hire. A laundry room is located on-site. Linen and towels can be provided at a small cost. Internet access available from bar.
Accessibility
We have one property specifically designed for wheelchair use and varying degrees of accessibility in our remaining cottages. Please contact us for further details.
Outside
Set within the grounds is a 9 hole golf course which is challenging to golfers of all abilities. We have three all weather tennis courts, a sports barn with compact tennis, basketball etc, table tennis and boules. We have three swimming pools (one heated) plus a children’s paddling pool and plenty of space to relax in or explore. Our restaurant serves great food and shares a terrace with the bar, offering views out across the grounds and the valley beyond.
Children’s clubs are run through the summer months for the younger and older kids and babies too! Golf and tennis coaching available from local English speaking PGA / CCA qualified coaches.
Coast/Beach
Two lovely river beaches are located close by in Aubeterre (5km) and St. Aulaye (15km). Beyond Bordeaux are the unspoilt beaches of the Atlantic coast with several superb resorts all within a reasonable drive.
Golf
The golf course is a par 32 (x2) which has an enthusiastic and multinational club running throughout the year. Discounted daily or weekly rates are available to our residents and residents are welcome to join in the weekly tournament.
There are a number of other courses within a comfortable driving distance, including Angouleme and Perigeux (both 45 mins) and a very popular course in Cognac (just over an hour). Please visit our website or contact us for fur further information.
Special interest holidays
We often have visitors with a particular interest in golf and / or tennis. We find this is a great way for our holiday makers to mix and we organise tournaments for the adults and kids alike. Overall though, you will find the sports can be as serious or relaxed as you wish them to be. We also have a painting group who visit us regularly. For further information please visit our website or give us a call.
Travel
Longeveau is easily accessed by plane, train or automobile.
Distances
By car: Excellent motorway links from all major ports. St Malo and Caen 5.5 hours. Le Havre 6 hours. Cherbourg, Boulogne and Calais 7 hours.
By plane: Our nearest airports are Angouleme-Cognac 50 mins / Bordeaux and Bergerac 1.5 hours. Limoges and Poitiers 2 hours. La Rochelle 2.5 hours and Biarritz 3 hours.
By train: Or sit back and take the Eurostar to Lille or Paris and the TGV to Angouleme. This takes about 5 to 7 hours and can be made as a single booking.
Further details
Longeveau is located on the Charente / Dordogne border in a beautiful valley in rural South West France. Nearby villages are full of activity, with places to visit, dine and drink. The picturesque old Roman town of Aubeterre, which was recently voted one of the prettiest villages in France is only a bike ride away. Discover the 12th century subterranean church carved out of the rock or enjoy a drink on the village square with it’s variety of shops, eateries and museums, all overlooked by a 1000 year old chateau. Alternatively walk down to the river beach for a swim, relax or a bite to eat.
The market town of Riberac (20 mins) has one of the biggest markets in France! The capital towns of Angouleme and Perigeux (45 mins) offer a wider and more sophisticated range of shops in a typically French setting. Brantome, nicknamed the ‘Venice of Perigord’ is well worth a visit at a similar distance. Also within easy reach are towns such as St. Emilion, Bergerac, Cognac and Bordeaux, all famous for their wines and spirits and equally beautiful places to visit.
Local activities range from walking, sight seeing, fishing, cycling, canoeing or even jet–skiing and quad biking to name but a few. Wine tasting and degustation are of course a staple part of the French experience!
There are a variety of local festivals, fetes and firework displays that take place throughout the summer in the local villages and towns. These are aimed at all ages and generally take place between the months of June and September.
Children will find plenty to occupy themselves and their families with activities ranging from crazy golf, horse riding and tree top adventure's to daytrip’s to the popular attractions of Aqualand Water Park, La Palmyre Zoo and Futurescope. Longeveau is fortunate to have a number of very good restaurants in the area, ranging from cafés to fine dining. As with everything, our staff will be happy to recommend or help you with decisions.
Booking notes
Please contact us for further details.
For booking and further information
Peter Hodge
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0)1480 474 029
Tel: (France) + 33 (0)545 985 513
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