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Cosy cottage overlooking garden and woodland, within 10 mins walk of town centre
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10 out of 10
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2 bedroomsSleeps 324 sq m
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Ruffec, Charente
- Tourist Office Country Ruffécois - Antenna Ruffec7 min walk
- Aire de Rejallant7 min drive
- Valley of the Monkeys32 min drive
- Angouleme (ANG-Brie - Champniers)36 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
1 Single Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Cosy cottage overlooking garden and woodland, within 10 mins walk of town centre
Bumblebee Cottage is situated within two and half acres of part walled garden, part of what was once the old Chateau Estate. A little haven of tranquillity, where you will be able to relax and feel at one with nature. The cottage has direct access to its own covered terrace overlooking the spacious gardens and woodland and includes a beautiful clear stream running through an ancient lavoir, above ground pool, boules area, BBQ, outside kitchen with dining terrace and cosy fire pit area. Plenty of space for relaxation and garden games. Every day you can wake up to the sound of birdsong, a running stream and the local church bells in the distance. Surprisingly peaceful, but within walking distance of bakeries, supermarkets, restaurants and a local market. You can choose to stay on site or venture out and take part in one of the many local activities on offer, including the Rejallant canoeing centre, cycle paths, adventure parks, local lake activities or visit a Chateau.
Bumblebee cottage has a private entrance. With open plan kitchen, dining area and lounge. The kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher, fridge freezer, electric hob and oven. Downstairs WC. Upstairs has a double bedroom and a single bedroom. Both rooms have views across the grounds. You will also find the main shower room upstairs, with sink and toilet. All properties have access to an onsite washing machine.
Bumblebee Cottage has direct access to an outside terrace area, with a dining table and chairs, overlooking the shared gardens, with woodland view.
The cottage is one of four cottages at Gites Rue Du Chateau, which can be rented individually, or as a whole site exclusive booking.
Hosts Anna & Ian live on site and you will occasionally see them discreetly cleaning the pool and maintaining the grounds and would be available should you need anything during your stay.
Bumblebee cottage has a private entrance. With open plan kitchen, dining area and lounge. The kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher, fridge freezer, electric hob and oven. Downstairs WC. Upstairs has a double bedroom and a single bedroom. Both rooms have views across the grounds. You will also find the main shower room upstairs, with sink and toilet. All properties have access to an onsite washing machine.
Bumblebee Cottage has direct access to an outside terrace area, with a dining table and chairs, overlooking the shared gardens, with woodland view.
The cottage is one of four cottages at Gites Rue Du Chateau, which can be rented individually, or as a whole site exclusive booking.
Hosts Anna & Ian live on site and you will occasionally see them discreetly cleaning the pool and maintaining the grounds and would be available should you need anything during your stay.
Property manager
Anna-Lisa Pedlow
Languages
English, French
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
By prior agreement and following strict Policy
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 91439033100017
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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
About the area
Ruffec
Located in Ruffec, this cottage is in the city centre and on a river. Abbey of Our Lady of Nanteuil and Castle Leray are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include The gardens of Argentor and Valley of the Monkeys. Kayaking and canoeing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.

Ruffec, Charente
What's nearby
- Tourist Office Country Ruffécois - Antenna Ruffec - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Aire de Rejallant - 7 min drive - 4.3 km
- The gardens of Argentor - 11 min drive - 11.4 km
- Valley of the Monkeys - 32 min drive - 34.5 km
- Circuit du Val de Vienne - 49 min drive - 51.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 13 min walk
- Les Caprices du Marché - 6 min walk
- Shell - 5 min drive
- L'Etoile d'Or - 11 min drive
- Cafe Portebleue - 8 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Anna-Lisa Pedlow

Ian and I made the decision to change our lifestyle and relocate from Norfolk, England to France, in April 2022 and we are very much in the early days of establishing our home and holiday cottage rental business in the historic town of Ruffec. We have just completed our second very successful year with a full house of 5 star reviews. I love live music and festivals and anything magical. I used to work in education, specifically in development of Early Years education. My partner, Ian, is a musician and we both worked in the public sector; together we have worked hard to use our past skills to build a beautiful and welcoming place for families and friends to spend time together.
Why they chose this property
Situated in the grounds of what was once part of the old Chateau estate, our cottages offer a little haven of tranquillity; a place where you will be able to relax and feel at one with nature and at the same time, have fun and make those precious memories.
We have four, re-styled, cosy French cottages available for holiday rental all year round. Especially ideal for larger family and friend's bookings, when you would like to have separate accommodation but be on the same site.
The two and half acres of walled gardens and woodland offer plenty of space for some privacy and includes a beautiful stream running through the old lavoir (former wash house), woodland path, a lovely shallow mini pool, mini boules area, BBQs, outside kitchen and dining area, cosy fire pit corner and access to covered terraces.
Every day we now wake up to the sound of birdsong, running water and the toll of the local church bells in the distance. Surprisingly peaceful, but within walking distance of a restaurant, bistro, bakeries, shops, beer warehouse and a local market. You can choose to stay on site or venture out and take part in one of the many local activities on offer, including, the Rejallant canoeing centre, cycle paths, adventure parks, local lake activities or visit a Chateau.
Anna and Ian live on site and will be available should you need anything during your stay.
We have four, re-styled, cosy French cottages available for holiday rental all year round. Especially ideal for larger family and friend's bookings, when you would like to have separate accommodation but be on the same site.
The two and half acres of walled gardens and woodland offer plenty of space for some privacy and includes a beautiful stream running through the old lavoir (former wash house), woodland path, a lovely shallow mini pool, mini boules area, BBQs, outside kitchen and dining area, cosy fire pit corner and access to covered terraces.
Every day we now wake up to the sound of birdsong, running water and the toll of the local church bells in the distance. Surprisingly peaceful, but within walking distance of a restaurant, bistro, bakeries, shops, beer warehouse and a local market. You can choose to stay on site or venture out and take part in one of the many local activities on offer, including, the Rejallant canoeing centre, cycle paths, adventure parks, local lake activities or visit a Chateau.
Anna and Ian live on site and will be available should you need anything during your stay.
What makes this property unique
Beautiful peaceful, surroundings, local to shops and amenities.
Lovely pool.
Small Boules court.
Outside kitchen and dining area
BBQ
Fire pit area
Woodland
Off road parking
Secure site
Option to reserve whole complex to sleep up to 16 people. (4 cottages and facilities)
Lovely pool.
Small Boules court.
Outside kitchen and dining area
BBQ
Fire pit area
Woodland
Off road parking
Secure site
Option to reserve whole complex to sleep up to 16 people. (4 cottages and facilities)
Languages:
English, French
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