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Beautifully converted barn, 3 bedroom, 5 min River Charente, 40 min from beaches

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7110 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Crazannes, Charente-Maritime
  • Château de Crazannes
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Les Lapidiales
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Château of Roche-Courbon
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Saintes (XST)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautifully converted barn, 3 bedroom, 5 min River Charente, 40 min from beaches

Originally a barn this beautifully converted luxury, detached gite, has it's own private garden area, sitting amongst trees on the edge of the charming village of Crazannes, just a 5 minute walk from the River Charente. The nearest town is Saintes which as well as offering many places to visit with its Roman Heritage, has all your shopping needs.

This attractive, comfortable and very well equipped gite is ideal for family holidays with everything you would need for a young family. Or this peaceful setting is ideal for a quiet get away. Spend the day by the shared pool or relaxing in the garden. Or visit one of the many beaches most of which are just a 40 minute drive.

Also perfectly located for those who wish to explore the area or to just relax and enjoy the weather! With beautiful sunny days throughout the year this makes it a perfect location for walking and cycling and enjoying the surrounding countryside and for visiting the many beautiful towns and villages.

What's in the area?: With just a 40 minute drive north west to the Atlantic coast you will find the sunny beaches of Fouras and Chatelaillon Plage. And to the south west, still just 40 minutes, there are the beautiful beaches of Saint-Georges-de-Didonne and Saint-Palais-sur-Mer. With many more but unfortunately we haven’t visited them all!
With Cognac a 35 minute drive, tours around one of the famous Martell, Hennessy or Remy Martin distilleries are a must.
Just 50 minutes from the beautiful coastal town of La Rochelle, a must for any shopper! La Rochelle has a wonderful ambience with many restaurants bursting on to the pavements. Seafood is of course the speciality. Just 60 minutes to the stunning Île de Ré. With wonderful shops to browse round at Saint-Martin-de-Ré and an amazing choice of pavement cafes and restaurants, all looking on to the harbour. Île de Ré has many beautiful beaches and more wonderful quaint villages to wonder around.

Property manager

Catherine Piner
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Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

Important information

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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

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

About the area

Crazannes

Located in Crazannes, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. La Pierre de Crazannes and Château de Crazannes are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Golf Louis Rouyer-Guillet and Les Raisins de L'Abbaye. Travelling with kids? Consider Port Miniature Amusement Park and Château Fort de Saint Jean d'Angle. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Crazannes, Charente-Maritime

What's nearby

  • La Pierre de Crazannes - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Château de Crazannes - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Les Lapidiales - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Château of Roche-Courbon - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Abbaye aux Dames - 19 min drive - 17.5 km

Getting around

  • Saint Savinien Station - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Parking Aire de Fenioux Establissements - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Blockhead Café - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Auberge de la Charante - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hebert Murielle - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Auberge des Glycines - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautifully converted barn, 3 bedroom, 5 min River Charente, 40 min from beaches have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Beautifully converted barn, 3 bedroom, 5 min River Charente, 40 min from beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautifully converted barn, 3 bedroom, 5 min River Charente, 40 min from beaches?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautifully converted barn, 3 bedroom, 5 min River Charente, 40 min from beaches?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautifully converted barn, 3 bedroom, 5 min River Charente, 40 min from beaches located?

This family-friendly Crazannes holiday home is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of La Pierre de Crazannes and Château de Crazannes. Port Miniature Amusement Park and Les Lapidiales are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rieke V.

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

Lovely house

We spent a week as a group of four friends at the house. The house was lovely, the pool and the yard really nice and Catherin very welcoming. We enjoyed our time in Crazannes a lot.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graham B.

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

Give review

We very much enjoyed our stay at this gite very well appointed and comfortable. The on site swimming pool was a great facility to have. Catherine is a very good host.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerd P.

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

Entspannung pur

Die Ausstattung des Hauses ist überdurchschnittlich gut, so dass man hier auch an Regentagen die Zeit mit Kochen, Backen, Spielen oder Lesen vor dem Kamin gemütlich verbringen kann. Und noch besser bei gutem Wetter: ein Garten in überbordendem Grün und vor allem das große Schwimmbad laden zum Verweilen ein. Bekannte Sehenswürdigkeiten wie romanische Kirchen und Festungsanlagen, malerische Dörfer und die Atlantik-Küste sind nicht weit. Ein wunderbarer Ort zum Entspannen, zugleich Ausgangspunkt für viele Sehenswürdigkeiten in der Region Charente-Maritime.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johanna T.

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

Heerlijk verblijf!

We hebben een hele fijne vakantie gehad! De gite was netjes en schoon, net als alle andere faciliteiten. De bedden sliepen heerlijk en er was genoeg vermaak in de omgeving en bij de gite, ook voor onze dochter van 1 jaar. Catherine is heel erg aardig en behulpzaam. We raden dit plek erg aan als je een rustige en relaxe plek zoekt.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

corine l.

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

Un vrai moment de plaisir dans une région absolument magnifique

Se retrouver en famille avec mes enfants et petits-enfants dans un endroit vraiment tres joli agreable reposant et une region souperbe donc vacances reussies
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

rené k.

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

Séjour dans le calme.

Maison très bien équipée, calme, espace important entre autre pour les enfants. Bémol, nombreux moustiques qui gâchent un peu le plaisir mais dont les propriétaires n’y peuvent rien. Manque aussi de documentations malgré qu’il y ait internet, et les syndicats d’initiative. Propriétaires très discrets et agréables.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hélène B.

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

Vacances à la campagne au calme

Vacances à la campagne au calme, pour des enfants, ados et adultes.....une semaine de beau temps, magnifique pour profiter de la piscine et s'amuser avec les enfants ! Merci Mme Piner
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Florian R.

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

Séjour agréable

Séjour agréable dans un environnement paisible, proche la vallée de la Charente.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

chloé l.

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

Agréable séjour

Propre, confortable
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth F.

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

Un havre de paix à decouvrir

Tres agréable propriété dans un petit village à découvrir. Accueil très agréable, propriétaires discrets et à l'écoute.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julien B.

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

Calme et sérénité

Nous avons passé un excellent séjour. La location est très agréable et situé dans un environnement au calme. Tout est fonctionnel et les propriétaires très disponibles.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Louis D.

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

Super

Parfaitement reçu par des propriétaires très sympathiques. Beau cadre pour des vacances. Vraiment très agréable
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andreas K.

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

Excellent!

A very pleasant stay
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Niels V., Hamburg

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

Wunderbarer Urlaub in Crazannes!

Wir haben eine sehr schöne Woche im Haus "La Bergerie" verbracht. Unsere Kinder haben den großen Pool und das geräumige Haus genossen. Wir haben viele Stunden auf der sonnigen Terrasse zugebracht. Haus, Garten und Pool sind sehr gepflegt. Vielen herzlichen Dank an Catherine für diesen schönen Urlaub!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anna O.

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

Excellent

Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Arno B.

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

Sehr entspannter Urlaub

Wir hatten eine tolle Woche in Crazannes. Sehr netter und hilfsbereiter Kontakt, thank you Catherine! Kanu fahren, Surfen auf der Ile d‘Oléron am Grand Plage und abkühlen im Pool, der von 10 bis 19 Uhr zur Verfügung steht. Das Haus ist geschmackvoll und perfekt eingerichtet, auch in der Küche ist alles vorhanden.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Calm and relaxing family venue

We had a wonderfully stay. Everything we needed had been thought of and our hosts were on hand to deal with any queries. The accommodation really suited our needs and the shaded gardens and pool provided a relaxing setting for our holiday. Local shops made it easy to stock up on essentials and we were close enough to explore La Rochelle and Ile de Re. A very pleasurable break.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Vicky B.

Utterly charming!

After several years of trips to Cornwall and 'easy' package holidays with our young children we decided they were old enough to cope with the drive to this part of France - I only wish we had done it years ago! Not only was the drive much quicker than I remembered but La Petite Bergerie made it the extra special holiday that I was hoping for. It's a beautifully restored and exquisitely (but also very practically) furnished property that we instantly felt at home in: large comfy sofa, large dishwasher, masses of seating inside and out etc. Every inch of the property was spotlessly clean and the bottle of wine / welcome pack on arrival was much appreciated. The gite was larger than I expected and the outdoor area was stunning and had plenty of shade for hot days. The play area was a plus for my children (8 and 11) who made friends with the little girl staying at 'L'Olivier' next door and had a lovely time playing and swimming together. Having said that, the other property is very private and you wouldn't have to socialise -but I'm sure we will return in future and try to book both properties at the same time with friends or relatives so that we can take full advantage of the set up with the two properties. The surrounding area is varied, interesting and attractive. I was seduced by Port D'envaux - our boat trip was a highlight. Shopping in Saintes was a guilty pleasure, and for the kids the bouncy castles/mini boating lake at St Savinien were a bonus. A similar park area in the UK would be overrun and unpleasant, whereas here you have space, clean facilities and the tranquillity you rarely get with any kind of kids' activities at home. Although the weather was not as hot as expected for this time of year I actually found it perfect and we managed to eat outside / BBQ most evenings. We only stayed for one week as we moved further inland for the second week, however, I could have quite easily wiled away a fortnight - just lovely. Catherine was an excellent host - friendly yet completely professional. She brought us some home-grown goodies one evening, and has been a pleasure to deal with. Many thanks!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne B.

One of the most perfect relaxing holidays ever!

When we arrived at La Bergerie it was just so perfect in such a beautiful setting. Exactly as described, it was exceptionally maintained to the highest standard with good quality and beautiful bedding. We arrived much later than expected but this was not a problem for the owner Catherine who met us. The property had everything you would ever need to make our stay very comfortable. The pool and surrounds were spotless with more than enough comfortable loungers for everyone. We would certainly recommend this property to friends and relatives and indeed intend to go back. The pretty town of Saintes was a joy with lots to see and visit with a choice of good restaurants for lunch and dinner. Lovely countryside for walking and cycling. Our only disappointment is that we had to leave!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Annette C.

La Petite Bergerie was absolutely gorgeous.

La Petite Bergerie was absolutely gorgeous. We loved everything about the property and location. Catherine and Terry have thought of everything to make your holiday stay perfect. The pool and gardens are such a pleasure also. We visited so many lovely places locally and out to the coast, which is so worthwhile and not too far a drive. Bordeaux is a fantastic city with so much to see and do. We would highly recommend the property and the area of the Charente region. Annette, Tony &a Miriam, Dublin
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Martin V.

Stilecht auf dem Land entspannen

Wir verbrachten unseren Sommerurlaub mit zwei Familien in der Petit Bergerie. Alle waren begeistert vom Ambiente des Hauses. Die Bilder geben das Innere wahrheitsgemäß wieder. Alles ist sauber und die Ausstattung ist mehr als zufriedenstellend! Außerdem ist genügend Platz für zwei Familien im Haus vorhanden. Dadurch, dass es zwei vollständige getrennte Bäder gibt, kommt es beim Duschen zu keinen Engpässen. Die Außenanlage ist gepflegt und großzügig. Daher bekommt man von den Nachbarn im anderen Haus nicht viel mit. Vor dem Haus befindet sich eine schöne, große Holzbank-Garnitur. Man sitzt dort sehr schön. Wir haben die Mahlzeiten vor unserem Haus immer genossen! Der Pool ist schön gelegen und bietet das ideale Ambiente, um sich perfekt zu entspannen. Es sind ausreichend bequeme Liegen vorhanden. Der Pool ist etwa 10m lang. Der Ort Crazannes ist sehr klein und beschaulich. Immerhin kann man dort seine Brötchen kaufen. In der Umgebung gibt es viel zu unternehmen. Besonders gut hat uns Saintes gefallen. Der Ort ist nur 15 Minuten entfernt und wirklich sehr schön. Außerdem können wir La Rochelle und eine Fahrradtour auf der Il-de-Re empfehlen. Insgesamt der perfekte Ort, um zu entspannen.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gayle R.

Beautiful property and grounds. Perfect for a fami

The property was absolutely lovely and exceeded expectations. It was fully equipped and the play area outside was an added bonus in keeping our two year old entertained. Catherine and her family were extremely accommodating when we needed an earlier check in and went out of their way to ensure everything was ready. Fab property.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Anna H., Oxford, Oxfordshire

Excellent facilities and comfort

Very clean, everything thought of and any questions dealt with immediately! Lovely big pool As older visitors, a couple of things could be better: Dim lighting, particularly in kitchen work area and sink Getting my replaced hip over the bench at the only outside table/bench seating- smaller with separate chairs would be a useful alternative!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Karen L.

Peaceful and Relaxing

La Petite Bergerie is perfect to get away from it all and completely unwind. A visit to the quaint village of Crazannes is like stepping back in time. Catherine provides a wonderful welcome - thank you for the bread, milk and wine!! If the weather is good the pool and gardens provide a perfect setting for outdoor living. If you have a car La Rochelle, Royan and Ile de Re are well worth a visit. This accommodation provides the perfect combination of French countryside tranquility with good access to coastal areas and surrounding twins and villages but a car is essential.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Entspannter Aufenthalt in wundervoller Atmosphäre

Dieses Cottage ist eine super Entscheidung, wenn man sich so richtig erholen und trotzdem den Flair eines französischen Landhauses genießen möchte. Ruhig gelegen zwischen weiten Sonnenblumenfeldern, der Charente und kleinen Dörfchen mit romanischen Kirchen lässt dieses Haus wirklich nichts vermissen (es sein denn, man legt wert auf eine schnelle Internetverbindung!). Das Haus ist liebevoll renoviert und so geschmackvoll eingerichtet, dass man sich gut vorstellen könnte, dort zu wohnen. Die Küche ist perfekt ausgestattet und bietet alles, was man als Hobbykoch so benötigt. Es gibt reichlich Platz, man kann das Haus bequem mit sechs Personen bewohnen. Der sehr großzügige Außenbereich lädt zu Mahlzeiten im Freien ein, bietet aber auch genug Raum, um sich zurückzuziehen. Das Nachbarhaus ist nicht direkt einsehbar, die sehr netten und hilfsbereiten Vermieter wohnen nebenan, halten sich aber absolut im Hintergrund. Der große Pool ist ideal zum Schwimmen und Toben, er enthält unterschiedliche Wassertiefen. Es gibt sehr viele schöne Orte und Strände, die es zu besichtigen lohnt, ruhige Badestrände in der Girondemündung, große Wellen an der Cote Sauvage zum Wellenreiten. In Saintes gibt es an fast jedem Tag einen Wochenmarkt, frisches Baguette kann man in 300 Meter Entfernung kaufen. Man muss allerdings immer etwas weiter fahren, aber die wundervolle Unterkunft auf höchstem Niveau rechtfertigt diesen Aufwand auf jeden Fall. So kann man sich fernab des Touristenrummels an der Küste sehr stilvoll erholen und erlebt dabei das wirkliche französische Landleben!

About the host

Hosted by Catherine Piner

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We arrived here with our young family in 2003 with the intention of giving it a go for 5 years and we're still here!
We came here from Surrey, so the pace of life has slowed down considerably, not only is this a great holiday destination it's a great place to live too.
Both our children loved growing up here, they've only known the French school system so are far more fluent than either of us!

Why they chose this property

When we first saw this property and the beautiful garden we knew this had to be the one.
The huge draw was the the fact that even though the 'gites' were little more than shells used for storage and garaging we could see they had massive potential especially as they were completely independent of the main house and each other. So each house would have it's only private space.
The location is perfect, not a huge drive from the UK and when our guests arrive there are lots of interesting places to visit including some amazing beaches within a short drive.
It was a top priority that our guests would be comfortable as although generally the climate is warm and sunny it's inevitable that some days may not be so bright.

What makes this property unique

The thing I remember most was during our second viewing of the property, we were sitting on the terrace and could hear the church bell chime midday, beautiful! So very peaceful and our girls have often said how lovely it is to sit and listen to the birds, as there are so many trees in the garden there are certainly no shortage of those!

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English, French

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