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Fabulous gite with pool, orchard and in village with baker & shops

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Outdoor dining
A heated pool
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Point of interest

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Migron
  • Fontdouce Abbey
    9 min drive
  • Château de Cognac
    16 min drive
  • Hennessy Cognac Company
    17 min drive
  • Cognac (CNG-Chateaubernard)
    35 min drive

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About the area

Migron

At this holiday home, you'll be 8.5 km (5.3 mi) from Fontdouce Abbey and 11 km (6.8 mi) from Office de Tourisme du Pays de Matha. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a patio. .Home features a TV, a coffee/tea maker and an iron/ironing board. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. .This smoke-free holiday home has a water park and a garden. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Migron holiday home include Paléosite de Saint-Césaire and Château de Cognac.

What's nearby

  • Fontdouce Abbey - 9 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Château de Cognac - 16 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Hennessy Cognac Company - 17 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Camus - 18 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Remy Martin - 19 min drive - 17.8 km

Getting around

  • St-Hilaire-Brizambourg Station - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le National - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Au Moulin des 3 Rivieres - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cognac Pineau Veuve Baron et Fils - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sulpie - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant de l'Hôtel de Ville - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Fabulous gite with pool, orchard and in village with baker & shops

L'Ecurie is situated in the peaceful, ancient village of Migron, the heart of the Cognac/Pineau producing area, surrounded by acres of vineyards and sunflowers.

The heated pool is 9x4m and recently refurbished. Its open from April to October. The pool is fully fenced and has a good supply of loungers with a large paved area surrounded by flower beds and a rosemary hedge. It has two childproof safety gates.
The gardens are well tended and a mass of colour in summer.

L'Ecurie also has its own private orchard and guests are encouraged to harvest the cherries and pears.

L'Ecurie is a charming, beautifully refurbished two/three bedroom gite situated in the old stables of the house with a separate entrance. Recently renovated with great care, L'Ecurie enjoys a beautiful, planted terrace leading directly onto the pool - perfect for breakfast in the sunshine - as well as an orchard for guests' exclusive use.

Its two bedrooms - one twin, one double - are in what would once have been the attic. Adjacent and enclosed on three sides is a mezzanine providing an additional shady lounge area with TV. It includes a daybed that can be used by additional guests.

The village of Migron is truly historic and has at it heart the Romanesque church and a natural spring and a communal washing station. It has its own butcher three minutes walk from the property, post office and hairdresser. A pizza, a vegetable and fresh fish vans all make weekly visits.

The village of Burie is five minutes drive with a wonderful bakery, cafe, restaurant and mid-sized supermarket also selling petrol.

The village is surrounded by vineyards and sunflower field and all roads lead to further sleepy villages, vineyards, abbeys and historic sites. The properties are within 20 minutes of the beautiful historic towns of Cognac, Saintes and St Jean D'Angely. Each is worth several days of your time with elegant squares, parks, good shopping, great food, lovely bars... and the largest supermarkets. Even closer is Matha (10 minutes) with a huge new supermarket, cafes and a range of shops.

The properties are just 40 from from the beautiful sandy beaches of Royan and an hour to Bordeaux, La Rochelle and the fantastic islands of Ile de Re and Ile D'Oleron. Near the coast are massive areas of sea marshes, nature reserves with egrets, storks and coypu, a true wildlife haven.

Near the coast too are the huge oyster and mussel beds that serve the restaurants of France. Every village and town has a local market, inevitably with fresh seafood - and vegetables and cheeses - piled high. Each village too will have a summer festival weekend and Cognac has an international music festival which attracts the biggest names, but also has music in every cafe and the pedestrianised streets.

Migron and the surrounding area is excellent for cycling - miles and miles of level countryside with virtually traffic-free routes through vineyards, fields, woodland and villages. Other activities include river trips, antiques markets (large brocantes held in surrounding villages regularly throughout the summer), visits to chateaux, churches and museums, walking, cycling and birdwatching.

Sport and leisure in the area include golf (18-hole courses in both Cognac and Saintes which are 20 minutes away), horseriding, all types of fishing, tennis (including a court in the village), canoe-kayaking (boats to hire at various places along the Charente in Cognac and Saintes), and plenty of space in and around the village to kick a football.

We will supply details of all the local attractions, markets and beaches.

Property manager

Mr Antony Bellekom

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Fabulous gite with pool, orchard and in village with baker & shops have a pool?

Take your pick from a heated pool, a pool and a communal pool.

Does Fabulous gite with pool, orchard and in village with baker & shops have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is Fabulous gite with pool, orchard and in village with baker & shops family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a water park, children's books and travel cots, it's no surprise that Fabulous gite with pool, orchard and in village with baker & shops is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Fabulous gite with pool, orchard and in village with baker & shops?

No, Fabulous gite with pool, orchard and in village with baker & shops does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Fabulous gite with pool, orchard and in village with baker & shops?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Fabulous gite with pool, orchard and in village with baker & shops?

No, pets are not allowed.

Fabulous gite with pool, orchard and in village with baker & shops Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gordon K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday in September 2022
Very comfortable with everything needed for a self catering holiday. Lots of outdoor space and we loved the pool. We had a lovely relaxing holiday and enjoyable days out. Saintes was a particular favourite. Nothing went wrong but we felt reassured that Bernal would sort out any problems. Grateful thanks.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
We were house hunting in the area and L’ecurie was the perfect base. Everything you need is provided. Pool is perfect for cooling off and doing a few lengths. Comfortable and clean, perfect for families or couples. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emma U.

Interesting, well-kept house in a beautiful region.
A very interesting property in a quiet rural region, but with good access to plenty of attractions. The house is equipped with everything you could wish for during a holiday, including a swimming pool, and several outdoor areas in which to relax. Julie, the housekeeper, plays an excellent role. She was friendly and very amenable, without being intrusive. Likewise, the owners were communicative and thoughtful - Antony pitches his correspondence perfectly. Our favourite things were the wonderful shower room and comfortable beds. We managed an enjoyable balance of relaxation and touring. We had two days at the coast, visiting L’Ile de Ré and l'Ile d’Oléron, and stayed close by for the remaining days, with visits to Cognac, Angoulême and Saintes. The markets are wonderful, frequented by locals rather than tourists, so we arranged our week based on where the markets were each day. Many thanks for sharing Thouvenin with us, Antony & Linda.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Rob W.

Fantastic gite in a beautiful area.
We had a beautiful weeks holiday, helped by some lovely weather. The gite is comfortable and well equipped with a lovely outside eating area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Emma B.

Exactly as described and what we wanted
We originally booked to stay in the gite (l'ecurie) but due to a cancellation were upgraded to the main house (thouvenin), the house was lovely, clean, full of character and very homey. Everything we needed was there including lots of useful local information, Julie who looks after the house popped in a couple of times to clean the pool and let us have a look in the gite too (as we're nosy!) which was small but nicely appointed. The village was nice and quiet, we were only 5mins walk from the local shops which we used daily. Our 9yr old spent almost all week in the pool and we had the best of the weather too. All in all a lovely, relaxing week and really good value. Will definitely be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016

8/10 Good

Michèle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Écuries Migron
Joli g
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Monika P., Husby

Unterkunft mit Überrasschung
Anthony hat sehr hilfreiche Informationen über die Einkaufs- und Ausflugsmöglichkeiten in der Umgebug zur Verfügung gestellt. Bei Ankunft waren wir entäuscht, da die Unterkunft die als "fabulous gîte" bezeichnet wurde, eher den Charm des Verfalls hatte. Die Eingangstür konnten wir ohne telefoische Hilfe nicht als Eingangstür identifizieten, da sie wie derZugang zu einem Abstellraum aussieht. Das Öffnen der Tür gestaltete sich als schwierig, da das Schloss jenseits seiner Lebensdauer war. Das Badezimmer war so feucht, dass in den Fußbodenfugen das Wasser stand. Die Wassertemperatur der Dusche konnte wegen altersschwacher Armatur nur mit Glück verstellt werden und das Wasser lief nur sehr langsam ab. Bei Ankunft wurden wir durch ein sehr nettes Starter Set aus Baguette, Orangensaft, Marmelade, Butter, Milch und Käse begrüßt, worüber wir uns sehr gefreut haben. Leider war der Kühlschrank kaputt ,der sehr freundliche und hilfsbereite Care taker Bernal hat uns am nächsten Tag einen neuen Kühlschrank zur Verfügung gestellt, obwohl es Sonntag war. Im Obergeschoss laufen riesige Dachbalken durch den Flur und zwar auf einer Höhe, die nur gebücktes Gehen erlaubt und äußerste Vorsicht erfordert um nicht direkt davor zu laufen. Dies war im online Inserat nicht ersichtlich. Die Terasse war sehr schön, auch hier aus dem online Inserat nicht ersichtlich, dass die Terrasse mit Tischtennisplatte nicht zur Unterkunft gehört und der Pool mit anderen Gästen geteilt werden muss.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

paul a.

Liked: Cleanliness
good
goed
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xavier D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gîte charmant
Accueil agréable des propriétaires avec des attentions charmantes. Un Havre de paix pour le repos ou visiter la région.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Francoise W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Urlaubsfeeling
Das Haus ist in einem sehr geuten Zustand, sauber und mit allem was man braucht zur Entspannung im Urlaub. Derr Pool ist sehr gut gepflegt und in einem sehr guten Zustand. Ebenso die Ausstattund im Außenbereich mit Tisch, Liegen und Sonenschirm.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Très agréable séjour
Logement bien équipé, terrasse agréable et grande piscine. Même si le logement est mitoyen et la piscine est partagée, nous avons apprécié la terrasse privative et les entrées séparées. Beaucoup de choses à visiter dans les alentours et l’ocean n’est pas loin !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Mickael L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Migron
Extérieur très bien mais manque d'intimité entre les 2 locations et isolation entre les 2 logements très légère Mais très bon sejour
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020