Traditional 3 Bedrooms/2 Baths Holiday Rental in Saint-Romain-de-Benet, Sleeps 6

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6120 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Outdoor space

Check out the area

Saint-Romain-De-Benet, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

Saujon Thermal Baths6 min drive
Place Charles de Gaulle18 min drive
Royan Beach21 min drive
La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré)62 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Old, Traditional, Charentaise House, Peaceful Vineyard Location

Hi and welcome to 'Woodsmoke'. This is a charming 3 bedroom old traditional 'Charentaise' house situated right in the middle of 'Pineau wine' vineyards and sunflowered fields. We are located 2km from the centre of the village of Saint Romain de Benet, near the busy market town of Saujon halfway between the coastal resort of Royan and the ancient Roman city of Saintes. We offer weekly breaks (length of stay negotiable outside high season). The house possesses two double bedrooms and one twin bedroom, two bathrooms, spacious traditional style fully-equipped kitchen, large lounge and dining-room. This is the perfect 'getaway from it all' in a 'home from home' location. Perfectly positioned to explore the stunning Atlantic white sandy beaches and islands, marshes, the wine regions of Cognac and Bordeaux among sunflower fields and Charente Maritime's numerous Romanesque and medieval villages and markets.

Property manager

Andy German

Premier Host

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

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

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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

Saint-Romain-de-Benet

Located in Saint-Romain-de-Benet, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Château Fort de Saint Jean d'Angle and Église Sainte-Radegonde de Talmont are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bay of Biscay and Royan Beach. Planet Exotica and Office de Tourisme Saint-Palais-sur-Mer are also worth visiting. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.

Saint-Romain-De-Benet, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

Saujon Thermal Baths - 6 min drive
Place Charles de Gaulle - 18 min drive
Port Royan - 20 min drive
Royan Beach - 21 min drive
Saint-Georges-de-Didonne Beach - 25 min drive

Getting around

Saujon Station - 9 min drive

Restaurants

La Table de Meursac - 11 min drive
Auberge du Moulin - 7 min drive
La Cabane - 12 min drive
Rest'Océane - 8 min drive
La Maline - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Old, Traditional, Charentaise House, Peaceful Vineyard Location pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Old, Traditional, Charentaise House, Peaceful Vineyard Location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Old, Traditional, Charentaise House, Peaceful Vineyard Location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Old, Traditional, Charentaise House, Peaceful Vineyard Location located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Saujon Thermal Baths, Spa Thermal Philae and Bay of Biscay. Planet Exotica and Royan Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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7.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

David B.

4 Nov 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Private Property

Situated on the edge of a vineyard, the garden was large and private. Our 2 German shepherds loved running around the garden. Andy had secured the perimeter for us by installing a temporary fence. The house was as described and was exactly what we expected. 15 to 20 min drive to some lovely secluded beaches and close to supermarket in Saujon for everyday shopping. We cooked every night and found the kitchen was really well appointed. I didnt find that it was missing any equipment I required. The fridge and freezer were large and the oven was easy to use and very efficient. The booking process was made easy by Andy who telephoned me at home and we discussed all of the arrangements in that manner. Really happy with our stay and would book again.

Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Philip S.

11 Oct 2018

A delightful gite in a beautiful area of France.

Our group of four "oldies" were attracted to the Poitu-Charente region by its reputation for a warm climate and because it was not too hilly. The gite "Woodsmoke" was delightful and well-appointed. The garden with its shrubs and trees was perfect for sitting in the evening sunshine and enjoying the peace and quiet of Vouillac le Haute. It is within easy reach of a boulangerie selling excellent bread. Further afield but within easy reach by car are some interesting and attractive towns. Royan with its market and sea front restaurants was especially attractive . We all felt we had made an excellent choice of region and gite.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andy S.

29 Jun 2018

Lovely traditional French home

Old traditional French styled house but with every amenity and a real sense of charm in the furnishings. Andy was extremely helpful in contacting us prior to arriving and was always available for any questions. We would recommend this property for a relaxing holiday.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M., Norwich, UK

15 Apr 2018

Homely gite in an excellent location

We had a lovely stay at Woodsmoke. The house is comfortable and well equipped and the surrounding area is beautiful. We were within easy driving distance from days out at La Palmyre zoo, La Rochelle and Royan and close to a supermarket and local shops. We would love to return for longer next time!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Rosanna M.

29 Jul 2017

Spacious house.

Lovely house with spacious room sizes, and well equipped kitchen. Our dogs loved running around the garden.

About the host

Hosted by Andy German

My name is Andy I am a British national. Grew up in south west England. English language teacher living and working in Nantes since 1998. Currently the French women's national cricket coach ;) (yes there is such a thing!). 'Woodsmoke' has been in the family since 2004.

Why they chose this property

I believe this property position is 'pure paradise'. The view from the back garden is just breathtaking. Sitting out in the evenings as the sun goes down until the stars come out with a bottle of red - just doesn't come any better ;)