Great family-friendly Farmhouse with pool on large site. Peaceful rural region.

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Property grounds
Interior
Exterior
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Map
Nanteuil-en-Vallée, Charente
  • Saint John the Baptist Church
    5 min drive
  • The gardens of Argentor
    5 min drive
  • Abbey of Our Lady of Nanteuil
    5 min drive
  • Angouleme (ANG-Brie - Champniers)
    49 min drive

Room options

About the area

Nanteuil-en-Vallee

At this farm stay you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Saint John the Baptist Church and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from The gardens of Argentor. Highlights at this farm house include a private pool, a washing machine and a balcony. .Enjoy the indoor swimming pool and outdoor swimming pool as well as access to a playground. Plus you'll find a garden and barbecues. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Nanteuil-en-Vallee farm house include Abbey of Our Lady of Nanteuil and Aire de Rejallant.

What's nearby

  • Saint John the Baptist Church - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • The gardens of Argentor - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Abbey of Our Lady of Nanteuil - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Valley of the Monkeys - 36 min drive - 31.7 km
  • Circuit du Val de Vienne - 44 min drive - 43.0 km

Getting around

  • Ruffec Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Portebleue - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Auberge de l'Argentor - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Charrette - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Auberge Saint Jean - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Le Moulin de Verteuil - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Great family-friendly Farmhouse with pool on large site. Peaceful rural region.

Large newly renovated four bedroom farmhouse set in peaceful rural hamlet two km from beautiful local village of Nanteuil-en-Valee.This bright,spacious, stone farmhouse has been sympathetically restored to keep its traditional character with double french doors to all ground floor rooms.

The farmhouse, of area 270 square metres, can comfortably accomodate up to 9 people.

EXTERIOR

To the front of the house is the the large gravelled courtyard area for parking which can comfortably accommodate up to 6 cars. Across the front courtyard are numerous farm buildings including a chicken shed and a massive bread oven which was formerly used as a communal oven for the hamlet.

To the rear is the patio area which is partially paved with concrete slabs and partially gravelled. The barbeques and several lounge seats are in this area with the large outdoor table in the 12 metre squared covered area to facilitate al fresco dining in the shade. Extra outdoor table and chairs are available if the numbers demand.

The large garden area (slightly less than one acre) is accessed by descending steps from the patio as is the 5.4 metre diameter swimming pool (not the same steps!). A children's play area with Playhouses, see-saw, slides, and swings is sited nearby. There's a recently erected 4.5 metre diameter wigwam for guests of an adventurous nature,

Access to the pool is guarded by a lockable gate. The pool and patio areas, as well as parts of the garden, are afforded intermittent shade by the numerous very tall trees which surround the area.

There's an extensive range of sporting utensils e.g.tennis rackets, cricket bat, hurleys, footballs, rugby balls, golf clubs, boules, and croquet set for use in the garden area. Several bicycles are provided along with helmets.

The farmhouse is situated in the quiet peaceful hamlet of La Couriere roughly one km from the small village of Messeux.

A slide show tour of the house and location can be seen at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0F12R7Kblk

The local village of Nanteuil en Vallee (2 km) is surrounded by woods and fields and the Rivers Argentor and Charente are ideal for walking along, running and cycling. The village has two excellent restaurants, bar, small grocery shop, pizza restaurant, hairdressers and a very good butcher shop. The town of Ruffec (12 km) offers the usual medium town facilities including 3 Supermarkets, banking facilities, an indoor swimming pool, a cinema, restaurants, fast food (including McD’s) & Tourist office. Markets on Wednesday & Saturday mornings.The leisure area at Le Rejallant (8 km) has been recently revamped to a high standard and offers swimming facilities and children's paddling areas and the option to hire canoes and kayaks to explore more of the river.

Other small towns within 15 minutes drive are Civray and the picturesque Verteuil sur Charente.

The city of Angouleme is just over 40 minutes drive away and Poitiers is an hour's driive.

Property manager

Thomas Farrell

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private pool

More

  • Dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 55 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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
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.

We should mention

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Great family-friendly Farmhouse with pool on large site. Peaceful rural region. have a pool?

Great family-friendly Farmhouse with pool on large site. Peaceful rural region. has a pool and an indoor pool.

Is there a private hot tub at Great family-friendly Farmhouse with pool on large site. Peaceful rural region.?

No, but there is Jetted Baths and a private pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Great family-friendly Farmhouse with pool on large site. Peaceful rural region.?

No, Great family-friendly Farmhouse with pool on large site. Peaceful rural region. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Great family-friendly Farmhouse with pool on large site. Peaceful rural region.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Great family-friendly Farmhouse with pool on large site. Peaceful rural region. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marthe A.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect holiday experience
Our stay at Mossy's beautiful house in the French countryside was perfect. After a long drive, we were warmly welcomed by Mossy who had thoughtfully prepared a welcome basket which was exactly what we needed. He was kind and attentive, yet respected our privacy, allowing us to fully enjoy the tranquility of the surroundings. We were two families with 4 children between the age of 7 and 15. We all enjoyed the house that had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We spent our days enjoying the swimming pool, playing football, table tennis, having BBQ's in the spacious garden. The game room was a highlight, where we held fun family tournaments in darts, pool and baby football, creating memories we will cherish. The nearby village of Nanteuil was a short walk away, we loved exploring its charming streets and picking up fresh bread in the morning. Mossy and his team were available if we needed anything. Their hospitality made our stay enjoyable. We couldn't have asked for a better holiday and would highly recommend this wonderful property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness
More than what you see
The listing for this property does not in anyway show off how excellent this place really is. The grounds are much bigger than the photos illustrate, with sports items for every sport we could imagine. The entertainment functionality, pool, football, books, movies, games, it was like having a youth club in your accommodation. It kept four teenagers out of our hair for the whole holiday, not once did we hear a single "I am bored, or are we doing anything today", you just cant buy that kind of peace and quiet on a holiday with teenagers. One of the best bits though was the owner, his thoughtful additions, little tips on the area and places we might visit, and the little add ons, just transformed the holiday from great to outstanding. Five stars is not enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roderick J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing, peaceful break
Lovely, spacious property in a very peaceful location. We stayed 19 nights to use as a base for house hunting and although the weather prevented us from spending more time relaxing on the lovely terrace it didn't spoil our enjoyment of this holiday. Comfy beds and plenty of space to relax in, we throughly enjoyed our stay in this beautiful location. About 15 mins from Ruffec it strikes the perfect balance between isolation(peace & quiet) and being close enough to your shopping needs. If we ever plan to spend more time in this area I would definitely stay here again. Mossy, the owner, was in regular communication both prior to and during our stay so we had no worries about anything.
Stayed 19 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ten Weeks in the French Countryside
We were looking for somewhere to stay for a long period while we were house hunting. We wanted space, peace and quiet but not too far from amenities. This lovely farmhouse fitted the bill perfectly and Thomas was a most welcoming and generous host. 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms meant space for our many guests and with Nanteuil only a 30 minute walk away through the woods and Ruffec 10 minutes in the car, we wanted for nothing. When we had an offer accepted on our new house, Thomas brought a bottle of champagne round to celebrate - most kind. The little hamlet of La Courriere felt like home and we were sad to leave.
Stayed 70 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely family holiday
Wonderful farmhouse with very secure garden and pool. Space for everybody to do their own thing. Lovely owner who was very helpful and attentive.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judith L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic family house
As an adult group of family and friends, plus two dogs, we had a fantastic time at Thomas's lovely house. The rooms were spacious and comfortable and plenty of parking for several cars. The outside space was beautiful - private and perfect for enjoying the evening sun, swimming pool, BBQ, plenty of sunbeds for lazy reading. We also enjoyed cycle rides and great walks with the dogs. Brilliant too was the enormous games room where several evenings of table football, table tennis, darts and pool challenges were enjoyed - not to mention dancing til 2 am in the large lounge. Helpful to have 2x large fridges (one for the wine/beer!). The whole experience from start to finish was fantastic. We thoroughly enjoyed the 2 weeks and Thomas phoned before and during to ensure we had all we needed with the support of his local team - who were also brilliant. Thanks Thomas for a fantastic stay.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny F.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a house!
Rented this house for myself and four children while we were visiting the area. Thomas's house could not have been more perfect. Well equipped, spacious, comfortable and with all amenities that we could ever dreamt of. The weather was terrible while we were staying which meant a lot of time in the house buy there was never a dull moment given the extensive games room. We were very well looked after and would definitely recommend. Thank you for creating this wonderful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Simon M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not disappointed at all....
Having read lots of reviews in the past I am well versed with the Gucci words and phrases that people use. However I am lost for words to describe our holiday. We went here as a family of 8 adults and 4 children including a baby. Our total experience was overwhelming. Fantastic and brilliant in all aspects. Just what we were looking for. A holiday in France where the grandchildren could run about enjoying themselves without any fear or worries. The older ones of the party could then spend their time relaxing and taking in the beautiful countryside. Not to mention the great food. Not a moment went by when we were not enjoying ourselves. Mossy our host - a top Man. Just great. Made sure we arrived safely at the ferry port. Met us on arrival with a cool beer and was always available for a chat or advice on where to visit. The place was great and served us well. Well maintained and tidy. We had no issues at all while we were there. The area was so peaceful at night. It was great. If you are looking to stay in a proper rural location in a proper French house then you will not be disappointed. Fantastic villages to visit and don't forget the local markets. Supermarkets and fuel stations close to hand. Watch out for the Sunday opening hours though. Definately going back again. Thanks Mossy from us all.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

Beautiful Beautiful holiday !!!
We went as a family of 11 grandparents,parents,children all arriving on different days. Mossy (the owner) was there to receive each family that arrived. The welcoming was extraordinary drinks on arrival and a wonderful hamper of local produce. Mossy showed us the property and all the essential comforts also ran through all the local places to visit and the various markets that are held. He was there to welcome each family as they arrived. The farmhouse location is ideal to visit the whole region. However the grounds, swimming pool, outdoor games and indoor meant we often where happy staying there and relaxing as a family. The calmness of this beautiful farmhouse was appreciated by all. Leaving this extraordinary house was a sad moment for all and we talk about returning together or with other friends. It's very difficult to describe paradise do not miss out on a jewel of a holiday location. I have been to some places that are so luxurious you do not feel at ease. In Nanteuil 3 km away you have a couple of very good restaurants and a couple of small grocery shops that where very useful. We will return hopefully soon. Thanks for the spoiling and making this one of the holidays. Peter, Dee and all the family
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Big house with lots of outdoor space.
The house is large with good sized bedrooms and modern bathrooms. The games room is great with darts, pool and table football (and air-con if it gets too hot) as well as toys for young guests. Well equipped, large kitchen. The house is in a rural setting, the nearest small supermarket is about 5k away and there is a hypermarket in Ruffec as well as a weekly market. Nice outdoor space with gas BBQ. Verteuil sur Charente and Nanteuil en Vallee are both very pretty with good restaurants. Further afield Oradour sur Glane, Tusson, Saintes, Jarnac and Cognac are nice days out. Mossy (the owner) is very friendly and looks after the pool and garden.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Hayley T.

Family Holiday August 2017
We spent a wonderful 2 weeks in La Couriere - Thomas is a fantastic host and greeted us with a hamper and champagne (which was very welcome after a long drive!). The farmhouse is very well equipped with 3 bathrooms, huge living spaces and comfortable clean bedrooms. There are plenty of activities to entertain children (we took 3 aged 15, 11, 8) - a swimming pool, table tennis, pool table, play room etc. The farmhouse is set in a lovely rural setting with a huge garden which gave us plenty of space and time to relax!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Fabulous country property in the heart of rural France
Wonderful villa in a quiet peaceful hamlet in the heart of the countryside but easy access to shops.Very friendly helpful owner. Plenty of space for sunbathing ( good shade also) and playing This property ticked all the boxes and we all (6 adults and 2 young children) had a superb holiday. We had wonderful weather, plenty of activities and great al fresco dining. Can't recommend it enough !!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Lucy G.

Beautiful House!
We stayed here for a week in August we were a family of 12, adults and children. On arrival we were met by the owner Thomas (Mossy) he was very helpful and showed us around his beautiful house that had tons of space for our large party. The house has a large games room which the kids and adults loved! The garden is huge plenty of space to play games and enjoy the sunshine the lovely pool was also a god send on a hot day. A car is recommended as it is a few minutes drive to the nearest amenities. Overall we loved every minute and wished we'd stayed longer and can not thank Mossy enough for his hospitality. Fully recommend!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Gabe V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pracht van een accomodatie
Geweldig verblijf gehad in dit mooie huis en zijn omgeving.. net en alleraardigst ontvangst van Thomas (Mossy) gehad, en is altijd beschikbaar voor eventuele vragen. Zeker een aanrader..
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good stay
Thomas was a very welcoming and kind host with lots of little touches. The accommodation is great and well equipped, with lots of games for the children. We were a family of 8 and we all enjoyed the stay. We took advantage of the gas bbq. I highly recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Philippe & Linda V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Een charmante gerenoveerd huis
Een huis met een prachtige tuin voorzien van heel wat mogelijkheden om je vakantie buiten door te brengen. Er was ook heel wat voor de kinderen. Een hele joviale gastheer. Bij aankomst stond een welkomstpakket klaar, en ook tijdens ons verblijf werden de kids verrast met verwennerijen. Hele goeie communicatie.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theodora B., Paris

Liked: Cleanliness
Idéal pour toute la famille !
Nous avons passé un très bon séjour chez Thomas ! Nous étions 3 familles avec des enfants de 10 mois, 3 et 4 ans et la maison est très bien adaptée et confortable pour les enfants comme pour les adultes. Le jardin est grand et bien entretenu, il y a des jeux pour l'intérieur et l'extérieur pour tous, les balançoires et le tipi ont été très appréciés. La piscine est bien sécurisée et agréable. Le BBQ au gaz et la plancha super pratiques. C'est une maison dans laquelle nous reviendrons avec plaisir, Thomas est un super hôte, merci encore pour toutes vos attentions et votre gentillesse !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

hamed o.

Liked: Cleanliness
Très agreable
En famille, la maison était parfaite. Nombreuses chambres, pièces de vie spacieuse, de quoi s’occuper, un environnement calme et serein et un hôte chaleureux et accueillant. Merci encore à « Mossy » !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay in beautiful property with exceptionally hospitable host
The house and backyard are beautiful, comfortable, very functional, and they’re even better than they look in the photos. It was an absolutely perfect stay for 3 adults, a toddler, and a dog (with extra room to spare). The exceptionally kind host Thomas (Mossy) has everything you might need on hand, including multiple cribs and baby gates, toys and books, a wide variety of cooking utensils, and more. He even kindly offered the toddler of our group little gifts throughout the week, and a generous welcome basket with drinks and snacks. He was also very understanding when car troubles required an late departure and even went through the trouble to drop us off in a nearby village so we could catch a taxi to our replacement car. In all my years renting accommodations in France and abroad I’ve never had such a hospitable and accommodating host. Although the house and property are wonderful on their own, Thomas really went above and beyond to ensure we had an excellent holiday. He lives next door in case you need anything, but is also discreet and of course respected our privacy. The location is rural and quiet, with some forest paths nearby for easy peaceful walks. The area is not overly popular with tourists, which is lovely because nothing feels over crowded. Nevertheless, there are several charming villages nearby with restaurants and bakeries, as well as a few castles and other historical landmarks to visit. Thank you so much Mossy for a wonderful stay, we can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Leinekugel Le Cocq I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Séjour au calme
Maison spacieuse et adaptée aux jeunes enfants(de nombreux jouets sont présents). Grand calme. Thomas est très accueillant et chaleureux. Habitant sur place, il n'hésite pas à passer spontanément et régulièrement pour s'assurer que tout va bien.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephane L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent séjour en famille
Nous avons passé une semaine dans une très jolie ferme qui est idéal pour se retrouver en famille. Les enfants étaient ravis car il y avait un très grand jardin et une piscine ;-). Nous avons pu profiter de Nanteuil-en-Vallée et ses alentours que ce soit à vélo ou à pied. Merci encore à Thomas pour sa gentillesse, ses petites attentions et son hospitalité.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aurélie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Parfaite semaine de détente pour les grands et les petits
Un accueil très sympa par Thomas, le propriétaire, qui est aux petits soins. Une maison spacieuse très bien équipée et avec tout ce qu’il faut pour occuper les plus petits et les plus grands, une personnalisation des chambres pour coller au mieux à notre structure familiale! Un énorme jardin. Nous avons passé une très belle semaine. Je dirais que le seul bémol est la piscine qui n’est pas chauffée. Les nuits ayant été fort fraîches, impossible pour l’eau de se réchauffer même si les températures de jour étaient très bonnes. Mais ça c’est une question de goûts 😁 Encore un grand merci de nous avoir si bien accueillis
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Séverine B.

Liked: Cleanliness
De beaux souvenirs de vacances
Nous avons passé une très bonne semaine en famille et avons beaucoup apprécié la discrétion et la grande gentillesse du propriétaire qui nous a comblés de délicates attentions tout au long de notre séjour. Les enfants ont largement profité de la piscine, du grand terrain et des tipis avec une expérience de nuit à la belle étoile qu'ils ne sont pas prêts d'oublier ! Encore merci à Thomas Farrell pour son accueil chaleureux !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

jennifer q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Séjour reposant et dépaysant
Après le confinement cette bouffée d'air était tout simplement parfaite. Le propriétaire Thomas est très attentionné et réactif en cas de question ou petit soucis toute la famille à adoré ce séjour parents grands parents enfant et bébé se sont éclatés nous reviendrons !!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lourenço j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Séjour très agréable dans la campagne charentaise
Nous avons passé un agréable séjour dans la maison de Thomas. La location est très spacieuse, très fonctionnelle et parfaitement équipée. Le jardin est très grand et la piscine très agréable... Idéal pour les enfants. Le propriétaire nous avait laissé quelques pâtisseries et boissons à notre arrivée (ce qui fut très appréciable) et a été disponible tout au long du séjour si nous avions la moindre question. Idéal pour un séjour au calme en famille ou entre amis.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019