Sunset Cottage & pool, tranquil setting, walking distance to bars & restaurants | House in Verteuil sur Charente
3 Bedroom House in Verteuil-sur-Charente, Verteuil sur Charente
Step back to a slower pace of life this summer, surrounded by fields of sunflowers and maize. Sunset Cottage, one of two of our lovingly restored holiday homes, next to our own converted farmhouse, near the lovely village of Verteuil-sur-Charente. In an ideal location for walking or cycling to discover the rare varieties of wildflowers, wildlife and birds on our doorstep.
The cottage sleeps 5 in 3 bedrooms. Relax on the sun deck and cool off in the 10m a 5m pool. Enjoy eating al fresco on one of your 2 terraces, experience a slice of life in rural France, relax outside with a glass of wine on a warm summer evening and enjoy the spectacular night skies.
Just two and a half kilometres, from the cottage, is the lovely village of Verteuil sur Charente. In the village are all amenities including a baker, post office, butcher/charcuterie, village shop, hairdresser and bars/restaurants and of course the beautiful chateau.
The cottage is comfortably furnished. In the lounge area is a woodburner, 2 x 2 seater settees and a matching armchair. There is a flat screenTV and DVD player and a selection of books, dvds and games.We offer unlimited WiFi broadband access.
The dining area has a large farmhouse table which seats 5 and a sideboard with all the crockery, cutlery, glasses and dishes that you will need. There is high chair for a baby/toddler.
In the kitchen is a sink unit, , gas range cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, toaster and washing machine and all the necessary pans and utensils.
The bathroom has a bath with shower, WC and washbasin.
The large double bedroom has a chest of drawers, hanging space and bedside cabinets. The twin bedroom has a chest of drawers, bedside tables and a fitted cupboard for hanging clothes and storage. Both bedrooms have the traditional little floor level windows, exposed beams and roof windows. The third bedroom is a single with bedside cabinet and chest of drawers. A travel cot is available on request.
Outside the front of the cottage is a patio and a terrace to the side. There is garden furniture, parasols and a barbecue. Surrounding the property is an acre of land, which is mainly grass. The whole outside area is fenced and has double gates for access. There are no immediate neighbours, the nearest being 500m away. The property has plenty of parking space.
Champ Giraud is surrounded by fields of maize, sunflowers and woods with tracks and paths ideal for walking and cycling. There is plenty of wildlife to spot including, deer, foxes, hare and buzzards. The clear night skies are spectacular, because of no light pollution, ideal for star gazing.
Ruffec (9km) has large supermarkets, various shops, bars and restaurants, indoor and outdoor pool, 2 screen cinema, train station and a weekly market. Canoes can be hired from here and you can meander down to Verteuil.
Within easy driving distance for a day out are the towns of Poitiers (Futuroscope), Limoges (porcelain), Angouleme (home of the Comic Book and Ramparts Race) and Cognac (visit a distiling house or experience the Blues Festival in early July). Kids will enjoy Monkey Valley 30 minutes away. The coastal town of La Rochelle and west coast sandy beaches are about one and a half hours drive, visit the Marais Poitevin (Green Venice) on the way.
The medieval town of Confolens is 45 minutes away. It is particularly famous for its international folklore festival of song and dance in August.
Oradour-sur-Glane is a village that was brutally destroyed by the Nazis in WWII and now preserved as a memorial. It stands today exactly as it was left on 10th June 1944. A very moving and worthwhile experience.
The area has a lot to offer for interesting days out and we can advise on day trips in different directions.
Dogs welcome on request, we have a Labrador cross and a Retreiver who are very guest friendly.
Special notice.
In low season (Beginning of September to end of June) surcharges apply for the use of electricity and wood pellets. A generous allowance of 4 bags of wood pellets and 21 euros of electricity per week will apply. For more information, please contact the owners.
Sunset Cottage & pool, tranquil setting, walking distance to bars & restaurants is located in Verteuil-sur-Charente. Sunset Cottage & pool, tranquil setting, walking distance to bars & restaurants provides accommodation, featuring Fireplace/Heating, Sports/Activities, Entertainment, among other amenities. This House features Fireplace/Heating, Sports/Activities, Entertainment, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Sunset Cottage & pool, tranquil setting, walking distance to bars & restaurants has 3 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 5 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Verteuil-sur-Charente has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Verteuil-sur-Charente, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Hair dryer
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Shower
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1 bathroom
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Towels provided
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Bed sheets provided
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3 bedrooms
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Dining table
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Wood stove
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Fireplace
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Living room
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Electric kettle
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Blender
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Stovetop
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Microwave
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Oven
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Refrigerator
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Coffee/tea maker
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Toaster
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Laundry facilities
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Washing machine and dryer
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Beach sun loungers
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Car required
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Onsite parking
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Pet friendly
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Note from host: outside only
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Designated smoking areas
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Kayak on site
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Table tennis
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Stereo
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Pool or billiards table
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DVD player
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Arcade/game room
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Books
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TV with cable/satellite service
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Video library
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Games
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English
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French
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In a village
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In a rural location
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On the river
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Playground
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Highchair
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Travel crib
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Children's books
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Iron/ironing board
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Phone
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Free WiFi
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Outdoor furniture
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Fenced yard
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Garden
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Barbecue grill
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Patio
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Fire extinguisher
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Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
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Deadbolt lock
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First aid kit
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Outdoor pool
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Shared/communal pool
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Fence around the pool
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
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