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Stylish Spacious Studio Apartment, with Shared Pool & Games Barn

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The kitchen alcove - well equipped to cook a your finds from the local markets
Our name plate was hand carved locally
The wet room
Lavender from the garden
The wet room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Saint-Palais-De-Phiolin, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
  • Château de Plassac
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Le Château des Énigmes
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Les Antilles de Jonzac
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Saintes (XST)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stylish Spacious Studio Apartment, with Shared Pool & Games Barn

L'Ecurie used to be a stable and now it's a spacious studio apartment with country style kitchenette and wet room, like a boutique hotel room, but better (we think !) . It's one of a cluster of 4 individually styled character gites at La Fermette France, based in the sunny Poitou Charente region of South Western France (check our La Fermette France website) which share a 10mx5m pool, a Games Barn and a separate leisure field with boules pitch.

L'Ecurie feels really spacious with it's high ceiling and exposed pale honey coloured stone walls. The comfortable large double bed looks out to the salon area and the garden beyond. In addition to the well equipped alcove kitchenette there is a charcoal BBQ to cook your finds from the local markets, although there are also lots of very good local restaurants if you prefer to eat out. The gravelled terrace is bordered by shrubs providing privacy, although the hamlet is so quiet you are unlikely to be disturbed by too much noise other than the odd tractor!

You will also have access to a Games Barn shared by other gites, where you will find a selection of bikes to explore the country lanes, or maybe to cycle the 2km to the town of St Genis to collect croissants and baguettes for breakfast. There is also a table tennis, table football, body boards, boules and also buckets and spades for the beach to bring out the inner child in you and we'll also provide you with a beach umbrella…...

With your own separate gravel courtyard garden, a pool surrounded by hard standing and a large lawn plus the leisure field, there is plenty of space for as socially distanced holiday.

Check out our other gites:
816158; La Fermette traditional farmhouse, sleeps 6
6524558: L’Etable, our stylish child friendly gite, sleeps 4
6524559: Le Chai, stone barn with gallery bedroom sleeps 3



Property manager

Lesley Houareau

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Laundry
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We can accommodate a baby in a travel cot
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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

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 fire extinguisher and a deadlock

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

Saint-Palais-de-Phiolin

Located in Saint-Palais-de-Phiolin, this holiday home is in a rural area. Château de Plassac and Jonzac Thermal Baths are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Vitrezay Nature Center and Terres d'Oiseaux. Travelling with kids? Consider Les Antilles de Jonzac and Pole Nature de Vitrezay et Port Maubert. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours and health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like horse riding nearby.
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Saint-Palais-De-Phiolin, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

  • Château de Plassac - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Le Château des Énigmes - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Les Antilles de Jonzac - 20 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Jonzac Thermal Baths - 20 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Royan Beach - 43 min drive - 41.4 km

Getting around

  • Pons Station - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Relais de Saintonge - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Aire de Loisirs de Pons - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cafe du Donjon - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Le Français - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Stylish Spacious Studio Apartment, with Shared Pool & Games Barn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Stylish Spacious Studio Apartment, with Shared Pool & Games Barn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stylish Spacious Studio Apartment, with Shared Pool & Games Barn ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stylish Spacious Studio Apartment, with Shared Pool & Games Barn ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stylish Spacious Studio Apartment, with Shared Pool & Games Barn located?

This family-friendly Saint-Palais-de-Phiolin holiday home is located in a rural location, 3.3 mi (5.4 km) from Château de Plassac, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Les Antilles de Jonzac and Le Château des Énigmes. Château de Beaulon and Jonzac Thermal Baths are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Valérie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un havre de paix
Maisonnette splendide , un foyer chaleureux. Des hôtes à votre écoute et disponibles. Un grand merci
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

A wonderful find. A lovely studio holiday home in a secluded little hamlet. Spotlessly clean.
What a wonderful find. A perfect place to totally relax and unwind. It had everything we need for the the two of us. The owners gave us very clear directions to find it and were always available to contact, should we have needed them. Would recommend and wouldn't hesitate to return
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Debbie F.

Amazing place perfect for a relaxing holiday !
We had an amazing holiday in france and the gite was absolutely perfect for a relaxing holiday for 2!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Esther M.

Lovely Relaxing Stay
A lovely property in a wonderful area to explore. Facilities in L'Ecurie were excellent making our stay so relaxing. Hope to return to visit one or two more vineyards very soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Paul M.

L’Ecurie
I had a very enjoyable stay in L’Ecurie - the accommodation was as advertised and I was not disappointed. It was a little hot for September but the cycling in the region was excellent. The roads around the property were very quiet and I had some excellent rides to the coast, Saintes, Jonzac and Cognac, and an enjoyable cycle ride one evening to Pons for exercise and a beer. I would definitely consider return to the region.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

ERIC P., DOMLOUP 35410

Reposant et calme, no stress
Nous étions à la recherche d'un petit logement, "point de chute" pour les nuits, et nous avons trouvé "L’Écurie"... Petit coin de paradis, aménagé avec raffinement dans un ancien corps de ferme entièrement et parfaitement rénové, pleine campagne, l'endroit est parfait pour s'y ressourcer. A l'arrivée, dès qu'on ouvre les volets, on découvre un logement accueillant, chaleureux, paisible. Pour un couple, la cinquantaine, sans enfant..., l'écurie est plus spacieuse qu'on ne l'imagine en regardant les photos. Les rangements sont largement suffisants. Nous ne nous sommes pas bousculé dans la cuisine et nous avons pris nos repas du soir sur la terrasse (avec passage de chouette et petites chauves-souris). La literie était confortable et nous avons passé de bonnes nuits. WC, Douche italienne spacieuse: aucune critique Après avoir vécu des journées à +/- 30-35°, nous avons particulièrement apprécié la "fraîcheur de la pierre", les soirs, à notre retour. Toujours en ballades, à l'Ouest, la côte et l'estuaire de la Gironde sont riches en sites à visiter. Au Nord-Est, Pons, Cognac, Saintes sont aussi à visiter... Et après..., il était déjà l'heure de rentrer à la maison... En résumé, si vous hésitez à réserver ce site, un seul mot: "Foncez". En toute sincérité, l'endroit est Super !!! Eric & Myriam (Août 2016)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

About the host

Hosted by Lesley Houareau

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We are Lesley & Felix Houareau. We have always worked in customer facing roles and enjoy hosting guests in our French gites. We live in a village just outside Bath and feel very lucky that not only do we live in a beautiful part of the UK but can also spend time in the Charente Maritime area of France with it's historic towns, great beaches and also have access to some great local wines

Why they chose this property

We looked for a region with good weather but easier to travel to than the South of France. The Charente Maritime is the 2nd sunniest region of France and a hidden gem known about by the French. Lots of great beaches to choose from, great local food markets, rolling countryside with towns and villages with lots of character. We are in the midst of wine and cognac country with lots of places we can buy direct from the producer.
We are in a peaceful hamlet 2.5km from the nearest town but surrounded by fields of sunflowers, wheat and vines and lots of local wildlife. The myriad of lanes around our gites are great to explore by foot or bike (we have a selection of bikes on hand). We are close to the Bordeaux / Blaye wine region as well being able to buy the best Cognac locally, and only 30 minutes to the beach. Wine, good food, sun and beaches - what more could you want?

What makes this property unique

We love the original features that give our gites their character and each gite has been styled differently. The location is rural but not remote as the nearest town is only 2.5 kms away - close enough to cycle to the boulangerie. Our new swimming pool which opened in 2019 is very popular with our guests

Languages:

English, French