Region: Charente Maritime & Charente

Charente-Maritime is a département on the west coast of France named after the Charente River. It is surrounded by the départements of Gironde, Dordogne, Charente, Deux-Sèvres, and Vendée. The département includes the islands of Ile de Ré, Ile d'Aix, and Ile d'Oléron. The important rivers are the Charente and its affluents the Boutonne and the Seugne, the Sèvre Niortaise, the Seudre, and the Garonne in its downstream part which is the estuary of the Gironde. The climate is mild and sunny, with less than 900 mm of precipitation per year. Average temperatures vary from 20°C in summer to 5°C in winter. Charente-Maritime is the headquarters of the major oyster producer Marennes-Oléron. Oysters cultivated here are shipped across Europe. Rochefort is the site of shipbulding and a French naval base. La Rochelle is a seat of major French industry. Just outside the city is a factory for the French engineering giant Alstom, where the TGV, the cars for the Paris and other metros are manufactured.

Charente is one of the original 83 départements created during the French Revolution and was created from the former province of Angoumois. The department is part of the current region of Poitou-Charentes. It is surrounded by the departments of Vienne, Haute-Vienne, Dordogne, Gironde, Charente-Maritime, and Deux-Sèvres. The département number is 16. The prefecture is Angoulême. Cognac and pineau are two of the major agricultural products. They also produce butter.

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: Villa Helene, Chabanais, Charente: House in tranquil setting with views over the Vienne River. Sleeps up to 6 with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, Washing machine, Satellite TV, Pets welcome, Beach nearby, Shops nearby, Bars nearby, Close to River. A two bedroomed house set in a large enclosed gardens in a small hamlet with panoramic views across the Vienne Valley.The house sleeps six, and has two bathrooms and a large upstairs balcony leading of the master bedroom(6x8mts) with wonderful views where you can relax during the day and watch barn owls by night. The house has all amenities including sky t.v. The house is just 1.5 miles from the market town of Chabanais with a large selection of shops and a weekly market. The town has a public heated open air swimming pool along with tennis courts and childrens play area.There is a golf course at St Junien about 20 mins away and the famous lakes of the Charente where you can swim, sail or just sun bathe are also just 20 mins away. The area is naturally pretty with many lovely villages to explore and is a haven for fisherman and keen cyclists. The larger towns of Limoges, Poitiers and Angouleme are all close by along with Cognac and the famous theme park futurescope. CLICK ON PICTURE FOR MORE DETAILS & TO CONTACT THE OWNER

Tillac, Plassac-Rouffiac, Charente: 2 Luxury Gites in converted a Charentaise barn rented seperately or together for larger parties.Sleeps up to 14 - 6 bedrooms -4 bathrooms Dishwasher - Washing machine - Private pool - Shops nearby -Bars nearby - Close to River.Gite 1 - Fauvette - Sleeps 2 to 8 Spacious accommodation. Open plan ground floor with shower room and toilet, large lounge and well equipped kitchen. (Inc cooker, dishwasher and microwave). Impressive dining area opened up through to exposed roof beams, utility area with washing machine. First Floor - Three large double bedrooms, one with a double bed and two with twin beds. A second shower room and toilet. All rooms lead from the mezzanine. There are two foldaway beds available if required. Gite 2 -Souris - Sleeps 2 to 6 With open plan ground floor well equipped kitchen. (Inc cooker, dishwasher and microwave). Dining and lounge areas, shower room toilet. Utility area with washing machine. There is an adjoining door between the 2 properties for convenience if both gites are rented together to large parties. First Floor - 3 large double bedrooms, one with double bed and two with twin beds. Second shower room and toilet. Private patio areas with BBQ's and garden furniture. Linen and bath towels provided, except pool towels. Utilities included. Both Gites have a log burning stove for out of season letting. Smoking outside only. CLICK ON PICTURE FOR MORE DETAILS & TO CONTACT THE OWNER

Moulin De Popegrain, Villars Les Bois, Charente-Maritime: RENOVATED STONE MILL -Sleeps up to 4 - 2 bedrooms -1 bathroom - Dishwasher - Washing machine -Satellite TV- Shops nearby -Bars nearby - Close to River. Situated in a wine growing region, the owners of this old stone mill are Pineau producers.A covered terrace and beautiful garden are behind the house. The wonderful town of Cognac is just 9 miles ( 12kms) away, and Saintes, a roman town is nearby.Wine tasting is a must in one of the local vineyards, and in 40 minutes you're in Royan, a lovely coastal town.Local Information: In Burie (2kms) you can find: chemist, doctors, supermarket, post office, baker, butcher, cashpoint, bar, restaurant. Leisure Facilities Coast (Royan) 40 minutes drive; Ile d'Oléron, Ile de Ré, and La Rochelle, 1 hour. Bordeaux and Poitiers (Futuroscope) 1 hour and a half. River trips down the Charente river. Numerous historical sites within easy distance. CLICK ON PICTURE FOR MORE DETAILS & TO CONTACT THE OWNER

Tamarisk Cottage, Dampierre sur Boutonne: Converted village bakehouse set in quiet hamlet. Sleeps up to 2 in 1 bedroom - 1 bathroom - Washing machine - Pets welcome - Close to River.We are situated in the mall hamlet of La Touche 3ks from Dampierre sur Boutonne where there is a bar/restaurant and a renaissance chateau.There are opportunities for fishing and we can arrange fishing licences. The cottage sleeps 2/4.The upper floor has 2 single beds and a shower/toilet room.Downstairs there is a double bed settee.The kitchen area has a gas cooker,fridge and dining facilities.It is well equipped for 4 people. We can supply an extra bed for a child and also a cot and high chair. A washing machine is available for use. Outside garden with BBQ and garden furniture. Local Information Futuoscope,the park of the moving image at Poitiers is approx 1hrs drive and makes a great day out for all the family Leisure Facilities Coast at La Rochelle is 45 mins drive.River for fishing is 5min walk. CLICK ON PICTURE FOR MORE DETAILS & TO CONTACT THE OWNER

Grange Charrette, Aulnay De Saintonge, Charente Maritime, France: Converted 2 bed barn & shared pool - Sleeps up to 4 - 2 bedrooms 1 bathroom Dishwasher Washing machine Satellite TV Shared pool. La Grange Cachette - AuInay De Saintonge (Charente Maritime) Traditional Farmhouse(La Ferme) and Converted Barn (La Grange). Located in centre of picturesque Roman village of Aulnay. Easy Reach of La Rochelle, Cognac, Futuroscope, Saintes, St Jean d'Angely. La Grange: Ground Floor: Extremely spacious 'open plad fitted kitchen, dining area, lounge. First Floor: 2 large bedrooms, 1 double, 1 twin beds. Both have en suite toilet/ shower/wc facilities. Additional beds/cot available. In the lounge, there is an UNIQUE Cartwheel Window viewing onto private patio/BBQ/Courtyard area. CLICK ON PICTURE FOR MORE DETAILS & TO CONTACT THE OWNER

La Ferme Cachette, Aulnay De Saintonge, Charente Maritime, France: 3 bedroom farmhouse - shared pool - Sleeps up to 6 - 3 bedrooms 1 bathrooms Shared pool. La Ferme Cachette - AuInay De Saintonge (Charente Maritime) Traditional Farmhouse (La Ferme)and Converted Barn (La Grange). Located in centre of picturesque Roman village of Aulnay. Easy Reach of La Rochelle, Cognac, Futuroscope, Saintes, St Jean d'Angely. Weekly rental from £250 (low) to £500 (peak). Charentaise Farmhouse set in the centre of the historic village of Aufflay with all amenities (shops, banks, restaurants, pool) within walking distance. Aulnay also features a fine 12th century church and other buildings of historical interest. We also SPECIALISE in longer term lets out of season. Rental/terms negotiable, (2 months minimum)Farmhouse and barn interiors have original oak beams and structural features. Excellent internal decor and modernised living areas offer comfortable family facilities whilst retaining the property's character and charm. Farmhouse (La Ferme): 1 st Floor. 3 bedrooms: Bed 1 extensive double bedroom, feature fireplace and vanity unit. Bed 2 twin beds. Bed 3 Bunk beds (Additional beds, cot available) Shower /toilet/wash basin. CLICK ON PICTURE FOR MORE DETAILS & TO CONTACT THE OWNER