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Shabby Chic Paradise: the perfect holiday retreat for one and all including dogs

Shabby Chic Paradise: the perfect holiday retreat for one and all including dogs

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The City of Saintes is just over the brow of that hill, less than 8kms from home
"Back of house" with pool, BBQs, terrace, conservatory, trampoline...
Fun for all...
We are located 1km down a dead end country lane.
The "front of house", a truly classic Charentaise Maison de Maitre.

Overview of Shabby Chic Paradise: the perfect holiday retreat for one and all including dogs

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12300 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Chermignac, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
  • Popular LocationSaintes Amphitheatre10 min drive
  • Popular LocationSaintes Cathedral10 min drive
  • Popular LocationAbbaye aux Dames11 min drive
  • AirportLa Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré)56 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Downstairs bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Downstairs Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs bedroom 1

3 Single Beds

Upstairs bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Upstairs bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Upstairs bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Downstairs bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Upstairs bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Shabby Chic Paradise: the perfect holiday retreat for one and all including dogs

If you are looking for something that has recently been renovated (often to death) with straight walls, without the odd crack, inside and out, Shabby Chic Paradise is probably not for you.
If by contrast you are looking for something idyllically charming you've just found it.
It is also the ideal if not perfect home and location for families with young children; it is safe and secure, has a large swimming pool but not too deep, gardens galore in which children can round around, a huge trampoline, a slide and swing set plus a variety of games and toys which are available to all!
On a practical note we have two kitchens and four fridge-freezers meaning you don't have to go shopping every day! Stock up, sit back and relax while your children run around the house and gardens.
Lastly, whilst seemingly in the middle of nowhere we are in fact only minutes away from the City centre of Saintes with a multitude of shops, restaurants, parks and attractions and we are only 30 minutes or so from the glorious sandy beaches of the Atlantic coast.
If the above strikes a chord with you we look forward to welcoming you to Shabby Chic Paradise, which is exactly what it is!
Best wishes,
Michael, Sophie, Lily and Rose.

Property manager

Michael Amphlet
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 55 lb per pet (limit 3 pets total)
Please contact us to discuss pets BEFORE booking

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Chermignac

Located in Chermignac, this holiday home is in a rural area. Abbaye aux Dames and Les Lapidiales are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Arch of Germanicus and Château de Panloy. Travelling with kids? Consider Planet Exotica and Office de Tourisme Saint-Palais-sur-Mer. Windsurfing, power boating and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Chermignac, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

  • Saint-Eutrope Church - 10 min drive
  • Saintes Amphitheatre - 10 min drive
  • Saintes Cathedral - 10 min drive
  • Abbaye aux Dames - 11 min drive
  • Arch of Germanicus - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Saintes Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 9 min drive
  • La Graine d'Orge - 9 min drive
  • KFC - 10 min drive
  • Lilo - 9 min drive
  • Boulangerie Boulestier - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shabby Chic Paradise: the perfect holiday retreat for one and all including dogs pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Shabby Chic Paradise: the perfect holiday retreat for one and all including dogs?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shabby Chic Paradise: the perfect holiday retreat for one and all including dogs?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shabby Chic Paradise: the perfect holiday retreat for one and all including dogs located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Saint-Eutrope Church, Abbaye aux Dames, and Saintes Amphitheatre. Saintes Cathedral and Arch of Germanicus are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andy M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is Paradise!
We actually stayed for 6 weeks whilst waiting for our house purchase to complete. In that time we were visited by friends and family. Shabby Chic Paradise is in a great location, peaceful and private yet only 10 minutes drive to Saintes centre. Lots of space for groups and their pets and children. The house is well appointed, unique in character and very comfortable. We had a very happy six weeks and were sad to leave. Michael is an excellent host.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nothing but praise
We had a fabulous stay at Shabby Chic Paradise. The property was beautiful with stunning views of the countryside. Very family friendly. The owner Michael is English speaking, was really welcoming and was very knowledgeable about the local area, which helped greatly. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hideout for the heatwave
We were a family of four who stayed at the property for two weeks. We were there during the heatwave and were glad for the thick farmhouse walls and the pool to keep us cool. The place is a little "shabby" as advertised so don't expect luxury accommodation. But we enjoyed the rustic nature of it and it felt like an authentic rural French farmhouse experience. The pool (unheated), play equipment and house set up were ideal for our two children - they absolutely loved it there. The location was amazing for us - the road up to the property (and two others) is a km from the main road so you really feel out in the middle of nowhere. But actually you are only a 10 minute drive from Saintes, supermarkets and such. It was the best of both worlds. Michael was an exceptionally honest and diligent owner - he even made sure the property was right for us before accepting the booking. We did have a couple of issues while we were there (as you can at any property) but Michael was great with comms and dealt with things ASAP. Overall, we had a lovely relaxing holiday.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eimear m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful base for a family holiday
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Plenty of space for everyone. The pool was great for the kids. Michael, was extremely helpful and available if we needed any assistance. Would definitely recommend to others and would love to return again.

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay at Shabby Chic Paradise
From the moment we made our first enquiries, communicating with Michael (the owner) was simply first class; his replies are prompt, understanding, humoured and most importantly, very well detailed. He was also very patient (organising 3 couples, 2 adults, 1 child and 3 babies is not easy!) and he clearly cared about making sure our stay was to be as comfortable and relaxing as possible. The property itself is exactly as advertised, a Shabby Chic Paradise, ideal for a group of adults and children to enjoy a wonderfully relaxing holiday. Where to start? Once there you will immediately feel relaxed. The view from the house, the amazing Conservatory in particular, is spectacular stretching over several fields with woodlands beyond and not a road in sight. Start the BBQ's up, light the pizza oven, open a bottle or two of Rose, watch the sunset after a lovely evening walk and chat late into the night in complete peace and tranquility. Then wake up to lovely soft sunshine, grab croissants and pain o chocolats from the Village store, and together with tea or coffee take time to ponder plans for the day. Plan 1: relax at the house, play in the pool or on the generous expanses of grass. Young children can roam around safely given the well constructed fence surrounding the pool. There is a slide and swings, inflatables galore for the pool, bikes with children's seats and plenty of space to play all manner of games. Plan 2: head to Saintes for a bit of culture and local food. Plan 3: splash around at the local aqua centre in Saintes or Plan 4: head west to the beaches of the French coastline. I could go on but if the truth be told, we were so happy at the house that we often made base there for the day. The children loved it and so did we! Insidthe house the temperature remains cool owing to the thick walls and lovely stone or wooden floors. The bedrooms are most generous in size and comfort. Both kitchens are well equipped and a total of four fridge/freezers mean you can shop for at least three full days before having to even think of further forays to the supermarche etc. The house and grounds are big; even with 12 of us it was possible to find a quiet spot inside or out to read a book and/or have a snooze. We felt the photos on the website despite being pretty spectacular just do not do the place justice - it really is beautiful. In short, if you want a place to properly catch up with friends or family, trust me, this is your place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Michael Amphlet

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My name is Michael (English), husband to Sophie (French) and father to Lily and Rose, twin daughters, born July 2016.

Why they chose this property

Sophie and I bought this property for three particular reasons.

LOCATION: Seemingly in the middle of nowhere yet only minutes from the City of Saintes and even closer to our local Village of Chermignac, one of the most beautiful and vibrant on the outskirts of Saintes.
LAYOUT...The downstairs living area is more than twice the size of the upstairs sleeping area.
LIGHT... Unusually for a lot of old houses we have lots of windows and thus lots of light.
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