Step into the charming Gite, a beautifully restored 19th-century wine cave turned cottage. Surrounded by 17 acres of picturesque farmland, this tranquil retreat features a private BBQ area and spacious living spaces with rustic touches and modern comforts.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Peaceful Countryside Gite with private pool near Aubeterre
The Gite was originally built in 1868 and was used as a working wine cave, including wine vats and press. In 2017 the previous owners carried out a complete renovation to convert it into a beautiful 2-bedroomed fully self contained cottage, tastefully decorated with both modern and rustic features. The main farm house and gite are located in 17 acres of farm land, with open paddocks where chickens and sheep roam and full of pretty flowers. The gite's French door lead directly to a comfortable private BBQ and outside area which is an ideal spot to forget the rest of the world, relax and soak up the sunshine (Even in October & November). The spacious kitchen, living and dining areas are open plan. The living room is furnished with two armchairs and a large comfortable corner sofa that converts into a double bed. The dining area has a large table suitable for seating 6+ people. There is a wood burner with wood storage space for the cooler times of the year. Freeview satellite box, flat screen TV, DVD player. The light airy kitchen is fully equipped including dishwasher, electric cooker, large fridge-freezer, microwave, coffee making facilities for freshly brewed morning coffee and a variation of herbal teas. The gite is single storey for ease of access and has tiled floors throughout except for the master bedroom which has a wooden oak floor. The clean fresh décor flows into the master bedroom which has a sumptuous king size bed, an armoire (wardrobe), large window overlooking the paddocks and its own French doors that lead directly out onto the outside area. The twin bedroom has two single beds and armoire and a large window over looking the paddocks. Both bedrooms have two pillows per person and are hollow fibre and hypo allergenic. There is a 7kg washing machine located in the bathroom area. The bathroom is tiled throughout and has a good sized shower, toilet and heater towel rail. There is also a hairdryer for your use. There is a vacuum cleaner, general cleaning equipment, an ironing board, iron, airer and washing line for your sole use. Freshly laundered linen is supplied for all the beds along with bath and hand towels.
A cot and high chair are available on request.
Please note there is a minimum nightly stay of 3 nights outside peak period in August. During the peak period, the minimum nightly stay is for 7 nights.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 accessible parking spaces
No elevator (single-level property)
Single level property
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in public areas
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
On a lake
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed USD 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
About the neighborhood
Located in Laprade, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Château de la Mercerie and Moulin de la Veyssiere are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Monolithic Church of Saint-Jean and Château de Mareuil. Traveling with kids? Consider Safari Parc of Haute-Saintonge, or check out an event or a game at Circuit de Haute Saintonge. Visit our Laprade travel guide
Does Peaceful Countryside Gite with private pool near Aubeterre have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Peaceful Countryside Gite with private pool near Aubeterre pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Peaceful Countryside Gite with private pool near Aubeterre?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Peaceful Countryside Gite with private pool near Aubeterre?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Peaceful Countryside Gite with private pool near Aubeterre located?
This family-friendly Laprade cottage is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Plage De Petit-Bersac, Monolithic Church of Saint-Jean, and Trarieux Square. Aubeterre-sur-Dronne Tourism Office and Saint-Jacques Church are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Peaceful Countryside Gite with private pool near Aubeterre Reviews
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Exceptional
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Fran and Johnny, thank you for having us! The whole place was a delight from the greeting, welcome pack and the extra care. The pool was perfect and the beds super comfy. Thank you for being such lovely hosts and looking after us :)
from the moment we arrived we felt so welcome and the feeling grew as the stay progressed. Fran is a very friendly host and her husband John was just as welcoming. The gite and pool are in a beautiful, quiet, nature filled part of the Charente. The decor in each room is a clever mix of antique and modern. It is immaculately clean; generously equipped; a well insulated house. We enjoyed feeding their hens too!! We fully recommend this gite.
liz l.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Daniel
Aug 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved this property and our holiday there.
Fantastic gite out in the beautiful countryside with everything you need for your holiday - the open plan layout worked really well in the hot weather. Owners are next door and are super friendly and are ready to help if needed.
We took our bikes so a short ride (also walkable) down to Laprade for the cool pizza restuarant/bar or a little further to Aubterre which has a beach by the river and the stunning village has plenty of bars, cafes, restaurants and little shops to keep us entertained.
Didn't explore too much further but enjoyed a kayaking trip on the Dronne, Firday morning market in Riberac, Brocante market in Verteillac and ice creams in Brantome.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, our hosts could not have been friendlier or more helpful. The property is very well equipped, very clean and comfortable. We will definitely be returning.
Beautiful gite with all the facilities you could think of. A lovely welcome package of bread, butter, jam, biscuits, tea, coffee, sugar, eggs and a bottle of sparkling wine. The hosts Fran and Johnny were on hand if needed and very friendly along with their lovely children. The gite was well decorated and very clean. The pool was extremely appreciated in temps of 42 degree.Could not fault anything. Would definitely recommend this holiday home to anyone. Local areas have lots to offer. We will definitely be going back
Très bon accueil de la part du propriétaire, le logement correspond parfaitement aux photos.
Quelle plaisir d'arriver et de voir une corbeille de légumes du jardin et de viennoiseries sur la table.
Malgré la barrière de la langue, à l'oral seulement, tout c'est très bien passé.
Séjour en famille calme, reposante et ensoleillé dans la campagne Charentaise, non loin d'un village classé plus beau village de France.
We had a great holiday at Laprade and our hosts were very helpful and welcoming. The kids loved the swimming pool and it was such a peaceful, relaxing space to be in. The local river beaches were a big hit with us too!
This was our second visit. Its a fantastic gite in a relaxing countryside location. Everything is perfect in the gite. So clean and welcoming. Views of countryside amazing. Star gazing at night!! Great private pool. Towns and villages to visit nearby. We will definitely be back. Thanks Johnny and Fran for a great week.