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Lovely relaxing Charente Maritime family holiday home, heated pool, dog friendly

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
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4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, ping pong
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4 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 101615 sq ft

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  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

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Saint-Maigrin, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
  • Popular LocationLes Antilles de Jonzac16 min drive
  • Popular LocationCasino Jonzac16 min drive
  • Popular LocationJonzac Thermal Baths18 min drive
  • AirportLa Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré)94 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lovely relaxing Charente Maritime family holiday home, heated pool, dog friendly

Located in a peaceful village near Jonzac (famous for it's thermal baths) in the Charente Maritime, Maison de Lafenestre is an ideal holiday rental for up to 8 to 10 people.

The house is a delightful, 400 year old, single-storey holiday property with many original features. It has a private heated swimming pool and enjoys a large west facing rear garden which backs on to vine yards & farmland. There are plenty of places to explore on foot or bike and the fields and woods teem with interesting wildlife. The comfortable accommodation is on one level and has been furnished and equipped to a high standard.

The property is ideally situated to explore the area and is within easy reach of many local attractions such as Bordeaux, St Emilion, Blaye, Saintes, and the golden beaches of Royan. Airports (Bordeaux, La Rochelle) are equidistant (approx 1 hour) and the nearest ferry port is St Malo

All on ground floor: 2 reception rooms. Kitchen with dining are. Super kingsize bedroom master bedroom, bedroom 2 with either twin or superking double bed, bedroom 3 with kingsize bed and bedroom 4 with bunk beds. Reception rooms have sofa beds. Individual en-suite shower rooms to bedroom 1 & 2. Separate family bathroom (with bath). 3 separate WC's. West facing terrace for open air dining.

Property manager

Sharon Gorf

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Fence around the pool
  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 7 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Soap
  • Bidet
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Ping pong table
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lb per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lifts
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Tennis on site
  • Golf nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1615 sq ft (150 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 50 lb per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: We have a cot & high chair available on request

Important information

You need to know

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 first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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

About the area

Saint-Maigrin

Located in Saint-Maigrin, this holiday home is in a rural area. Safari Parc of Haute-Saintonge and Lac Baron Desqueyroux reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Les Antilles de Jonzac and Office de Tourisme du Canton de Montendre. Travelling with kids? Consider Pole Nature de Vitrezay et Port Maubert, or check out an event or a game at Circuit de Haute Saintonge. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.

What's nearby

  • Barbezieux Castle - 15 min drive
  • Les Antilles de Jonzac - 16 min drive
  • Casino Jonzac - 16 min drive
  • Jonzac Thermal Baths - 18 min drive
  • Hennessy Cognac Company - 35 min drive

Getting around

  • Fontaines-d'Ozillac Station - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Le Casse Croute Charentais - 13 min drive
  • L'Escale Réaulaise - 15 min drive
  • Société du Maine Drihon - 14 min drive
  • Fil à Broder - 15 min drive
  • Bébés Pizzas - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lovely relaxing Charente Maritime family holiday home, heated pool, dog friendly have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Lovely relaxing Charente Maritime family holiday home, heated pool, dog friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Lovely relaxing Charente Maritime family holiday home, heated pool, dog friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely relaxing Charente Maritime family holiday home, heated pool, dog friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lovely relaxing Charente Maritime family holiday home, heated pool, dog friendly located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Tonnellerie Allary, Les Antilles de Jonzac and Safari Parc of Haute-Saintonge. Barbezieux Castle and Casino Jonzac are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nikki H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place, amazing host
This place is lovely, just as described. Owner super lovely and helpful. This just all made for the best stay. Would recommend for all types of groups, lively big property so everyone has their own space. Also great for dogs.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fergus T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb stay in Saint Maigrin
Fantastic house in a great location. House is laid out in three separate en suites. Worked well for an extended family, we had three couples and children. Wi-Fi quality was superb as one our our group needed to work. Loads of toys and a well equipped kitchen. Sharon was a pleasure to deal with. Despite temp hitting 34celsius, we were never too warm. Short drives to shops. We’re hoping to stay again!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna W., Brighton

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Our second year. Just as lovely as we remembered. A great holiday
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anna W., Brighton

Beautiful, peaceful and relaxing
We had a wonderful week. The house is just as we imagined and more! Everything we needed for a really relaxing holiday. The house is well equipped and beautifully restored and cared for.Jon was really helpful with the booking and info etc. The pool is great we spent most of our time in it or relaxing around it. Beautiful views of the country side and a large garden too. We loved it so much We are returning next year. Thanks Jon for an amazing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Saurabh S.

So good the teenagers refused to go sightseeing
Great house. Perfect for us (2 families with 1 child and 5 teenagers). The house is beautifully kept - big rooms and well supplied throughout. Christine and her son live next door and are very helpful in getting you settled in. Jon (owner) was really helpful and sent plenty of information to make the most of our stay - thanks. Then there's the swimming pool! Couldn't keep the kids out - refused to go sightseeing. Big garden to play in and for the dog to run around. Everyone was happy. The village is small so there's little noise at night and amazing for star gazing too. Overall it's a brilliant house. We had a fantastic fun and relaxing week. Shame we couldn't stay longer. We'd recommend it for any group/family/friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Adrian L.

A lovely stay in St Maigrin
We had a fabulous week in St Maigrin. The house is very spacious and private with a good size pool, perfect for the 4 of us but could easily accommodate others. St Maigrin is rural France but towns and cites aren't too far away, we drove up from Bordeaux which is a fabulous city, and well worth a visit. Thank you Jon for a wonderful holiday.

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS F.

Lovely weeks stay
10 family members in all , grandparents and kids and their partners. We found this a perfect place for a great weeks holiday. Jon was excellent in all pre holiday info etc. And despite a delay it was easy to get in touch with the local contact and he was there to hand over the keys even at 9pm (4 hours late). The house had everything we needed. The rooms and en suits are new and spacious. 2 big lounges and a great kitchen with all you need for 10 and plenty of condiments. The big table on the veranda was great and we used this most evenings chatting, eating and watching the sun go down. We used the BBQ twice and it was easily big enough. The pool was great especially after being out and about all day. Locally the supermarket at Baignes is easily big enough for the 'big shop' . Jonzac and Barbezieux are nice local towns with good places to eat (but get the timing right). The night market at Jonzac was good, live music and good food and very popular. Bordeaux is a great City to visit, places to visit and good restaurants, but we did find the traffic within 10K very busy so try the train. All in all we had an excellent time and if it wasnt for an every expanding group of family that want to come on holiday to this area with us we would come again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H., North Lancing

Chilled week in beautiful area of France
Thanks for a lovely stay in your beautiful holiday home. It was just right for us, 2 couples and our dogs - who particularly enjoying playing in the spacious garden, whilst we enjoyed the pool. The mixture of authentic renovation and modern bathroom facilities were really welcome and you have obviously given a lot of thought to making sure your guests have everything they need with books, games, DVDs available as well as plenty of local info and recommendations. The pre-visit info pack received was probably the most comprehensive we've ever had in many years of renting holiday properties, and many thanks for your swift responses to our questions while we were staying. Thanks again, would recommend it to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Marleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect stay
We just spent 2 great weeks at Maison de Lafenestre. Sharon has managed to create a very comfortable environment while maintaining the beautiful, authentic aspects of the house. There is plenty of space, both inside and out. The beds are comfortable, long enough and made up in crispy white. Cute little bathrooms for lovely, powerful showers. The kitchen provides everything one could possibly need. The 2 ‘salons’ are wonderful with lots of space and high ceilings. Though we did not spend much time inside, it was great to find a collection of books, movies and games. The house was exceptionally clean. During a very warm week, we managed to keep the house relatively cool by opening and closing the shutters at the appropriate times. And of course, the swimming pool… it is a good size, and the pool area is wonderful with loungers and umbrellas. Also for our dog, this house was a perfect fit. She will miss the huge garden with plenty of corners to discover, shade to keep cool in or sunny spots for basking in the morning sun. Saint Maigrin is tiny, there is not a single shop, so a car is needed, even to go to the bakery. If you don’t mind that, and we didn’t, you will love the space and calm. At night it gets pitch dark, the best for star gazing. All the little farmers roads on the rolling hills provide countless kilometres for quiet and safe walks and runs with beautiful views over the green, open and friendly area of Charente Maritime. Communication with Sharon was quick and easy throughout. Christine was very welcoming upon arrival and did a great introductory tour of the house and grounds. We loved our stay. Thank you, Sharon.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Francois B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Très bien
Très bon accueil, maison très bien équipée, piscine top Un très agréable séjour
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021