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Stylish French Holiday Accommodation with heated swimming Pool Optional Dining

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Maison Maurice Double Bedroom
Maison Maurice Living Room
Maison Maurice Kitchen
Maison Maurice Twin Bedroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Gourgé, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
  • Airvault Church
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Arena Futuroscope
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Futuroscope
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Poitiers (PIS-Biard)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stylish French Holiday Accommodation with heated swimming Pool Optional Dining

A charming old farming cottage, based in a farming hamlet forming part of Bois Mort farm, a collection of three lovingly appointed holiday cottages, Maison Maurice,Chez Aline and the old Goat shed, offering a relaxed grown up retreat (please note children under 12 are welcome as part of a group takeover of all three cottages, other wise only children of 12 and over permitted if cottages rented on an individual basis)style holiday, perfect for family get togethers, reunions or retreats, available to rent individually or why not rent all three to ensure your privacy and peace, so you can enjoy this special place set in the deep French country side of the Deux Sevres ,offering pastoral landscapes, pretty villages nearby, walking and cycling routes a plenty and within a short drive to wine tasting in the loire valley, perfectly located for exploring this little known part of France, and all it has to offer!The cottage has two bedrooms, one a spacious and bright double, with bed canopy, hand painted furniture, beautiful old beams and a view over the hamlet and surrounding countryside. The second bedroom is a twin, but easily configured to a double. Once again a bright and airy room, with beautiful old beams and a countryside view. Staying on the upper floor, you will find the large shower-room, with multi-jet shower, electric towel rail, illuminated sink cabinet with oodles of storage and WC.

On the ground floor you will find the kitchen and lounge with dining area.

The cottage boasts a charming hand-painted kitchen, with as you would expect, all the modern conveniences to make your holiday as easy as possible. You will find a dishwasher, electric cooker and oven, fridge-freezer, microwave and all the pots, pans, utensils, crockery and glasses you could wish for to cook up a storm! There's also access to a washing machine in the laundry room.

The light and spacious lounge has at its heart an old charentaise fireplace. Fitted with a log burning stove, with all firewood supplied (free of charge). There is seating a plenty on the two comfortable sofas. We supply, for your entertainment, satellite TV (free to air UK and French / European channels), a DVD player and Conrad Ipod dock. There is internet/wifi, so you can stream music from your own devices. As well as all this, you will find books, games and DVDs at your disposal. In the corner of the lounge is a large dining table where you can enjoy all the gastronomic feasts you’ve created from your local finds!

Maison Maurice benefits from a private south facing garden with mature roses, lavender and flowering sage as well as enjoying the shade from the Japanese Banana palm, a dining table, chairs and a bbq are also to be found in this charming space.
At the rear of the property you have direct access to a decked terrace with Italian designed garden furniture and steps away from our 9metre by 4 metre heated swimming pool, dining and drinks on the terrace at the pool house and relaxing on the many sun loungers or soaking in the Swedish log burning hot tub.

Property manager

Richard Smith

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
Travel cot,and infant bath are available
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
if all 3 houses are rented by a group, then children of any age are allowed, houses rented individually only children of 12 upwards.

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 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

Gourgé

Located in Gourgé, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Airvault Church and The Old Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Pescalis - Mini Golf and Mouton Village Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Le Nombril du Monde and Parc de la Vallee. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gourgé, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

  • Airvault Church - 12 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Domaine Des Forges Golf - 40 min drive - 32.3 km
  • Arena Futuroscope - 54 min drive - 54.2 km
  • Futuroscope - 55 min drive - 53.0 km
  • University of Poitiers - 56 min drive - 57.4 km

Getting around

  • St Varent Station - 23 min drive
  • Poitiers (PIS-Biard) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Relais de Viennay - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Le 12 Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Le Macenna - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Hôtel Restaurant les Geraniums - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Les Amis du Vieux Château d'Airvault - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Stylish French Holiday Accommodation with heated swimming Pool Optional Dining have a pool?

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

Is Stylish French Holiday Accommodation with heated swimming Pool Optional Dining pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stylish French Holiday Accommodation with heated swimming Pool Optional Dining?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stylish French Holiday Accommodation with heated swimming Pool Optional Dining?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stylish French Holiday Accommodation with heated swimming Pool Optional Dining located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Jacques Guidez Museum, Airvault Church, and Airvaudais-Val du Thouet Tourism Office. The Old Castle and Saint-Jacques Gate are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Indescribably brilliant

Our stay at Bois Mort exceeded all expectations and Maison Maurice was the perfect place for a much-needed lazy holiday, surrounded by farmland and wildflower meadows. We loved the charming little house equipped with everything we needed, with two private terraces and easy access to the amazing new pool. Most of all, Richard is an exceptional host and chef - and great company, too. We’ll definitely return, we absolutely loved everything about it. Thank you, Richard!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frida V.

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

Fantastic Bois Mort Farm!

We thoroughly enjoyed our holiday at Bois Mort Farm. You can see from the entire accommodation that the host Richard has an eye for detail and you can see and feel this in everything during your stay. The gite is very tastefully decorated, clean and has lovely beds. We stayed in Maison Maurice, which is suitable for 4 people. With a private terrace at both the front and back, equipped with parasol and beautiful and comfortable garden furniture. Richard cooked delicious meals for us several evenings and around the lovely pool, with luxurious sun beds, we did not lack anything. It is a beautiful and peaceful setting and there are also very nice activities in the area. It was a lovely holiday and we would love to come back again!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominique I.

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

Excellent séjour, hôte fait tout pour rendre agréable votre séjour

Richard est un hôte exceptionnel et cuisiner hors pair toujours avec le sourire.le gite est tout en confort et cosy piscine spa que demander de plus
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rolf I.

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

Ruhe, bestes Essen, Radfahren, Kultur im bodenständigen Frankreich

Ein großartiger Gastgeber, generös und diskret, der exzellent kochen kann ("optional cooking" ist wirklich ein Understatement), ein Dorf und ein Häuschen "avec charactère", ländliches Frankreich at it's best, viel Natur und Kunstgeschichte (besonders Romanik) drumherum - ein wunderbarer Ort zum Entspannen. Höchst empfehlenswert.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Simon M.

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

Tranquil hideaway in rural France

The gîte was just as described, but the pictures don’t do it justice, it’s much better. From the moment you drive to the lane in to Bois Mort you know this is going to be a great place to stay. The cottage is perfectly decorated and furnished, with everything you could ever need, from pots and pans to baby monitors, it’s there. Richard even has a small ‘shop’ full of the essentials plus food, treats and games. On arrival Richard met us with his warm Scots welcome and walked us around, the veg gardens, barn with seating, pool, hot tub and much more. Richard is a great host and nothing is too much trouble, the charcuterie platter he prepared for us after a days travelling was perfect all washed down with his local Rosé from the welcome hamper. During our stay France had a bit of a heatwave, and whilst cooling off in the pool one afternoon, Richard unprompted brought each of us chilled wine - perfect. The setting is a perfect getaway, quiet and set in the beautiful French countryside. The flowers around the gîte are a magnet for butterflies, bees and the amazing Hummingbird moth. There are numerous walks down the local lanes between the fields with always somewhere new to explore. No matter where you go there are Châteaus, churches, villages, markets to see. We had a great day visit to Samur whose Château dates back to 892. Plus the abundance of wineries there offer a perfect opportunity to taste and learn about the local still and sparking wines with prices much better than the UK. An amazing and special holiday, thank you Richard.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Fiona E.

Looking forward to next year already

Our Gite was very cute and the attention to detail is wonderful, we had everything we needed for our family holiday and more. The more included our own little veggie patch, fresh home grown/made produce from the little shop and a delicious meal cooked by owner Richard who is the kindest host. There's loads to see and do in the region if you do a little research and at the end of the day, the highlight of the holiday for our 8year old, the swimming pool in the garden. We can't wait to come back for a third time next year.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Steven J.

Bois Mort : Outstanding gite .... outstanding host.

Simply outstanding by far the best gite we have stayed in and we have stayed in over 20 across France. Our host Richard made our stay so good. Outstanding host. Tranquil and scenic surroundings. So peaceful and just what we wanted. Added to that the on site chef made going out for a meal extra special. The little on ate extra pool, hit tub, salads & charcuterie also enriched our experience.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Frances M.

The property was stunning welcoming and very clean

It had everything we needed and more very comfortable and stunning surroundings
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

We adored the gite

Comfortable, well thought out, and stylish - we could not have been made more welcome.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Sebastien C.

Gîte maison de Maurice

Nous avons passés un séjour très agréable dans le gîte maison de Maurice qui est très confortable Merci à Richard et Stéphane pour leur accueil et leur disponibilité À recommander Nathalie et Sébastien (Bretagne)
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

peace and tranquility

My husband and I stayed at maison maurice a couple of weeks ago, the cottage is clean, has everything you need, a fantastically comfortable bed and a lovely shower room. I am in the hospitality industry and feel that most people need the accommodation clean and a good night's sleep, maison maurice ticked these boxes. We also had the use of a hot tub and an above ground swimming pool which was lovely. Richard is warm, welcoming and hospitable, the home made veg and fresh eggs and bread were wonderful.Richard recommended a visit to Oradur sur glane, it took approx 2 hrs to get there but roads are good and it is well worth it. Everthing you could ask for and a bit more, i think you wil be seeing us again Richard .
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Andy D.

Everything you need and more..stylish and very comfortable .

Accurately described, located in the very quiet hamlet of Bois Mort. Saint Loup, a few minutes drive away has shops and a market. The `Maison du Maurice` gite, was very clean, tidy and tastefully furnished throughout.The location is very quiet and rural. The pool was a great bonus. Richard,the owner, was very friendly and helpful, giving us lots of advice and local information. He also provides a range of excellent home made and local produce like jams and meats. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and recommend `Bois Mort` to anyone wanting a relaxing holiday in the french countryside . We hope to return. Thank you Richard. Regards Andy, Annie and Kate
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Authentically traditional with all modern facilities

Our overall impression of Maison du Maurice is as a authentically traditional home, in such a pretty hamlet providing all modern day facilities for folks on holiday. The properties and gardens cared for by the owner,Richard, can only be described as beautifully landscaped and lovingly tended. Richard is the perfect host which he achieves by mixing perfectly ,being in the background of your holiday day to day, changing to being immediately available when needed, this for example to give information and recommendation on the area, places of interest, etc. A brilliant balancing act. We used the dining option provided by Richard which we found comparable with high quality restaurants providing us with menus filled with local produce. Richards food was delicious. We loved our stay and will definitely return. Susan & Brian
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Harry D.

Masterpiece of a holiday

We had the most memorable stay at A Bois Mort and were truly sad to leave! Owner Richard was incredibly generous with his time, knowledge and attention to detail and made an exceptional addition to our holiday. The gite was bright, airy and spotless and as a passionate cook i was impressed with the comprehensiveness of the kitchen and equipment! Having said that, with the standard of Richards cooking we were more inclined to dine at his own, "Petite Cuisine" as often as possible! Delicious locally sourced produce, homemade with provenance, tradition and sustainability at its heart. We were free to use the gites back garden/terrace and roam the wonderful vegetable garden and fruiting trees which was yet another reflection of the owners passion and attention to detail. We had a 6 month old baby with us also and we were provided with a travel cot which was hugely helpful as they are cumbersome in an already packed car, as well as the option of a bottle steriliser! He really has thought of everything... down to the log burning hot tub! The gite is full of information on the region and Richard provided us with a wealth of experience and knowledge on where to go and where not to go. Recommendation being the best publicity we weren't let down once. We came away truly feeling immersed in the region. I could go on far longer but to be honest i am just counting the days to our next visit! Thank you Richard so much! We cant wait! Harry, Verity & Ottilie
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verity Tippett-Iles

Masterpiece of a holiday

We had the most memorable stay at A Bois Mort and were truly sad to leave! Owner Richard was incredibly generous with his time, knowledge and attention to detail and made an exceptional addition to our holiday. The gite was bright, airy and spotless and as a passionate cook i was impressed with the comprehensiveness of the kitchen and equipment! Having said that, with the standard of Richards cooking we were more inclined to dine at his own, "Petite Cuisine" as often as possible! Delicious locally sourced produce, homemade with provenance, tradition and sustainability at its heart. We were free to use the gites back garden/terrace and roam the wonderful vegetable garden and fruiting trees which was yet another reflection of the owners passion and attention to detail. We had a 6 month old baby with us also and we were provided with a travel cot which was hugely helpful as they are cumbersome in an already packed car, as well as the option of a bottle steriliser! He really has thought of everything... down to the log burning hot tub! The gite is full of information on the region and Richard provided us with a wealth of experience and knowledge on where to go and where not to go. Recommendation being the best publicity we weren't let down once. We came away truly feeling immersed in the region. I could go on far longer but to be honest i am just counting the days to our next visit! Thank you Richard so much! We cant wait! Harry, Verity & Ottilie
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Garrett M.

Outstanding accommodation and even better hospital

Looking at the web-site before we travelled our expectations were quite high for Maison Maurice, upon arrival not only were our expectations met but the were far succeeded and through out the week we spent there things would only get better. The guests: Myself, 35 my wife 31 and our 14 month old little girl. I spent many years in high end hospitality management and I am quite critical of poor and even average hospitality. The Gite: ….itself was immaculate and very tastefully decorated. Yet it was the little details that we kept spotting throughout our stay that really made it feel more like an extension of the owners home rather than a self catering property. Its abundantly clear that every inch of this property has been restored and decorated with nothing but love and attention and its shows through as clear as the light of day. It has everything one might need and lots more besides. The only point I would make is that if your traveling with small kids a quick sweep of the property to remove any items in reach of inquisitive little hands is recommended (it took us all of 3 minutes) and bring a travel stair gate. Outside was equally beautiful, with the owners veg patch, well maintained grasses and flowers everywhere + the (above ground) swimming pool and wood fired hot tub you couldn’t help but feel like you were in a little piece of heaven which is exactly where you are. The Owner: Saving the best for last. As I mentioned I spent many years in high end hospitality and Richard is what you might call a unicorn, so rare that you think people like this don’t exist. He is unbelievably talented as a chef (avail of the open kitchen as often as possible) incredibly enthusiastic about being a host, as hard working as a herd of oxen in south east Asia and one of the kindest most genuine people I have ever had the pleasure to meet. I can only take off my hat to the man and say well done for all you have achieved. On the night before we left, we were asked to let the owners know if there was anything they could improve on. I’m still trying to think of something…..
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sue J., CORBRIDGE

Amazing gîte and amazing host!

Spent a week at La Maison de Maurice while house hunting in the area. The cottage is beautifully decorated and has everything you could need. The kitchen is well equipped, the lounge is very cosy with its wood burning stove (not that we needed it in June) and the bed very comfortable. Richard is an absolutely charming host, he has a great sense of humour and is a great cook - his home made bread and jams are to die for! There is the option for him to cook for you either in your gîte or in his outdoor kitchen and we took him up on this one evening. We had a fabulous 4 course meal accompanied by some very nice local wine and all at a very reasonable price. We would have no hesitation in recommending La Maison de Maurice. Thanks very much for a great stay Richard.

About the host

Hosted by Richard Smith

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Hi my name is Richard Smith, I'm a chef from Scotland with a passion for all things French, living between Edinburgh Scotland and Bois Mort in France allows me to indulge in my passion for cooking which i can share with my guests in the form of the private chef service i offer at my holiday cottages in Bois Mort, i also love my Potager where i grow almost everything for my dishes, and I'm fortunate enough to buy all my meats and produce locally which means I'm only using the finest I'm a keen chicken keeper too!, the girls often help me around the gardens!

Why they chose this property

We bought our own home here at Bois Mort in 2009, and just fell in love with the area, a year or so later our very aged neighbour Maurice had to go in to a retirement home due to failing health, we were given the opportunity to purchase his crumbling old house with its derelict out buildings and decided we had to rescue them and bring them back to life, the results are we now have Maison Maurice and the Old Goat Shed and we are absolutely delighted to able to share them with our guests.

What makes this property unique

The hamlet of Bois Mort is located in the rolling countryside of the Deux Sevres, a very peaceful department of France and when we stumbled upon this area we instantly fell in love with it, stunning walks, the beautiful river, charming old villages, fantastic cheeses, local wines and produce and the locals where just so open and friendly and made us feel so welcome we knew that we had to make a home here, well we have!, and wouldn't change it for the world, we hope when you visit Bois Mort you'll feel the same way too!

Languages:

English, French