Family stays at La Garenne gite, your home away from home in France

La Garenne is a beautiful fortified farmhouse dating from the 16th century, nestled among vineyards and sunflower fields in a tranquil hamlet in Charente-Maritime, western France. This is the perfect escape for those seeking peace, relaxation, and the authentic charm of the French countryside. The Aulnay Forest is just a short walk or cycle away, and the surrounding countryside offers miles of scenic trails and tracks to explore. The nearby town of Aulnay-de-Saintonge, only 8 minutes by car, has everything you need, including a supermarket, weekly market, bakery, and traditional bistro. The historic town of Saint-Jean-d’Angély is just a 20-minute drive away, offering a wider selection. Pressoir Gite is part of La Garenne Family Gites and offers 140 sqm of space for up to 6 guests. The property features 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. The first bedroom has a queen size bed and a large wardrobe. The second bedroom has 2 single beds and a wardrobe. The third bedroom has a 160 cm bed and benefits from an ensuite with a walk-in shower, a sink unit with drawers, and a toilet. A large family bathroom with a walk-in shower, a free standing bath, a toilet, and a sink unit is located at the end of the hallway. The open plan kitchen is equipped with an oak kitchen table, chairs, and benches, all set beneath oak beam ceilings. Upstairs, you will find a lounge mezzanine area with views to the countryside, gardens, and pools. All bedrooms enjoy views of the pools, gardens, and countryside. Amenities include Wi-Fi, a television, a high chair, and shared table tennis. Outside, you can enjoy a private decked area at the rear of the property and a private terrace at the front, equipped with a grill and garden furniture. One shared on-site parking space is available. Up to one pet is allowed. Please note that events are not permitted on the property.

La Garenne is a beautiful fortified farmhouse dating from the 16th century, nestled among vineyards and sunflower fields in a tranquil hamlet in Charente-Maritime, western France. It is the perfect escape for those seeking peace, relaxation, and the authentic charm of the French countryside. The Aulnay Forest is just a short walk or cycle away, and the surrounding countryside offers miles of scenic trails and tracks to explore. The nearby town of Aulnay-de-Saintonge, only 8 minutes by car, has everything you need, including a supermarket, weekly market, bakery, and traditional bistro. The historic town of Saint-Jean-d’Angély is just a 20-minute drive away, offering a wider selection of shops, restaurants, and attractions. Rosier is a charming 2-bedroom gîte renovated to retain the French history and charm of what was once a barn. From your private patio, you enter through French doors into an open-plan living, kitchen, and dining room with exposed Charentaise stone beams and walls. On the ground floor, you will also find a separate WC. A staircase takes you to the first floor and two good-sized bedrooms and a family bathroom. From both bedrooms, you have views of the swimming pools and the countryside. There is a private patio to the front of the gîte overlooking the garden and swimming pools, with seating, a table, and a barbecue. There are two heated swimming pools enclosed with a fence and security barrier. There are plenty of loungers and a shaded area with a sofa around the large swimming pool. Children love the freedom in the secure enclosed garden with a playground and many activities, as well as the two swimming pools. One of the swimming pools is shallow and specially designed for younger children.

La Garenne is a beautiful fortified farmhouse dating from the 16th century, nestled among vineyards and sunflower fields in a tranquil hamlet in Charente-Maritime, western France. It is the perfect escape for those seeking peace, relaxation, and the authentic charm of the French countryside. The Aulnay Forest is just a short walk or cycle away, and the surrounding countryside offers miles of scenic trails and tracks to explore. The nearby town of Aulnay-de-Saintonge, only 8 minutes by car, has everything you need, including a supermarket, weekly market, bakery, and traditional bistro. The historic town of Saint-Jean-d’Angély is just a 20-minute drive away, offering a wider selection of shops, restaurants, and attractions. Jardin is a light and open plan gite decorated in a French / Scandic style. The kitchen is fully equipped. From the open plan living area you have access to a private rear garden. You also have access via French doors to your private front garden, which overlooks the communal garden with play area and the enclosed heated pools. From here you can sit and relax while still keeping an eye on the children as they play in the walled garden. In the front garden you have a table, chairs, and your private BBQ. The family bathroom is of a good size with a large rainfall shower and a separate free-standing bath.

La Garenne is a beautiful fortified farmhouse dating from the 16th century, nestled among vineyards and sunflower fields in a tranquil hamlet in Charente-Maritime, western France. It is the perfect escape for those seeking peace, relaxation, and the authentic charm of the French countryside. The Aulnay Forest is just a short walk or cycle away, and the surrounding countryside offers miles of scenic trails and tracks to explore. The nearby town of Aulnay-de-Saintonge, only 8 minutes by car, has everything you need, including a supermarket, weekly market, bakery, and traditional bistro. The historic town of Saint-Jean-d’Angély is just a 20-minute drive away, offering a wider selection of shops, restaurants, and attractions. This spacious three-bedroom gîte has been carefully renovated, preserving its French charm with exposed stone walls and beams. The décor blends French and Scandinavian styles for a bright, fresh atmosphere. The large open kitchen and dining area lead to the back of the gîte, where you’ll find a comfortable covered terrace with a sofa and dining table, ensuring complete privacy. From the separate living room, French doors open onto a private terrace overlooking the shared garden, playground, and the shared pool. It’s the perfect spot for dining by your barbecue while the children play in the garden. A modern shower room with WC is on the ground floor. Upstairs, there are two spacious bedrooms with king-size beds—one can be set up as two singles—and a third bedroom with two single beds. The large landing leads to a family bathroom with an elegant freestanding bathtub.

La Garenne is a beautiful fortified farmhouse dating from the 16th century, nestled among vineyards and sunflower fields in a tranquil hamlet in Charente-Maritime, western France. It is the perfect escape for those seeking peace, relaxation, and the authentic charm of the French countryside. The Aulnay Forest is just a short walk or cycle away, and the surrounding countryside offers miles of scenic trails and tracks to explore. The nearby town of Aulnay-de-Saintonge, only 8 minutes by car, has everything you need, including a supermarket, weekly market, bakery, and traditional bistro. The historic town of Saint-Jean-d’Angély is just a 20-minute drive away, offering a wider selection of shops, restaurants, and attractions. La Maison Blanche is a single-level cottage. From your private terrace, you enter a bright, spacious room with exposed beams. The kitchen sits at one end, while the dining and living areas are at the other. From the living room, you access the main bedroom with an open ceiling. The second bedroom, with bunk beds, is on the opposite side, along with a family bathroom equipped with a modern bathtub and walk-in shower. Your private terrace overlooks the garden and comes with outdoor furniture and a barbecue. Children can enjoy the secure, enclosed garden with a play area and many activities, as well as two pools. One pool is shallow and specially designed for younger children.