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8.7 km mountain bike itinerary from St. Vincent Church in Champmillon.
On your way to Villebois-Lavalette? Looking for a place to eat? Stop off at the Chadurie picnic area, just a few meters from the village hall. The area is shaded and has green areas to lie down.
There are four wooden tables around the village hall. There is a small garden where you can take a walk and enjoy a digestive stroll. If you still have time, visit the old village wash house on the other side of the D438. Be careful when crossing the road!
Welcome to the 'Domaine des Quillets'.
Since five generations we produce the cognac 'Paul Rumeau'. We produce, distil and age all our production at the Domaine.
During the visit you will be able to follow the evolution of the grape and discover the different production methods of Cognac and Pineau des Charentes. Finally, we will invite your taste buds to discover our production during a free tasting.
Product details: Cognac VS / VSOP / XO - Pineau des Charentes red / white - Liqueurs
HVE (high environmental value) operation aimed at conserving biodiversity and nature.
Bed and breakfast on a Charente wine estate. Large country house with character surrounded by 7000m2 of parkland planted with flowers and trees. Spacious bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and separate WCs.
Roméo (Australian shepherd) and Télis, our cat, join us to wish you a pleasant stay in the Charente.
Stéphane will be delighted to talk to you about his work as a winegrower and about cognac, with a tour of the estate available by prior arrangement (20 euros) and subject to availability. You will also be able to buy the products of Domaine Moreau &fils: pineau, cognac and cocktails produced on the estate, a family business for 5 generations.
Sylvie can organise a sewing workshop for you, creating accessories (bags, pencil cases, bibs, introduction to sewing, etc.). By prior arrangement, 45 euros for 3 hours.
Cannot be visited.
Vegetables, cereals, flour produced according to the precepts of organic agriculture and the rhythm of nature. Labelled as Agriculture Biologique 'organic farming).
Present on Chalais's market every monday morning (from 8am to midday).
11.7 km mountain bike itinerary from the football pitch in Mosnac
Lodging in one of the buildings of an old renovated farmhouse, typical of Charente with its porch and two dovecotes.
Attached to the owner's house, and close to another gîte, the gîte has an independent entrance. Railway line (old TGV line) behind the gîte, without affecting the comfort of the house which has all its openings on the front courtyard. Living room with kitchen, 2 bedrooms each with 1 double bed, shower room with wc. Flat screen TV, WIFI. Cot and high chair available, sheets and kitchen towels provided. Two private terraces, one covered and the other uncovered, barbecue plancha. Common garden of 5000 m2, enclosed courtyard to share with the other gîte. Vegetable garden available. Heating to be regulated on reading.
Studio in one of the buildings of an old renovated farmhouse, typical of Charente with its porch and two dovecotes.
Attached to the owner's house, and close to another gîte, the studio has an independent entrance. Railway track (old TGV line) behind the main building, without affecting the comfort of the house which is at the end of the farmhouse, with all its openings on the front yard. Living room (kitchenette with 2-burner hob and combi oven, lounge area and bedroom area with 140 bed), shower room with wc, dressing room. Flat screen TV, WIFI. Cot and high chair available, sheets and kitchen towels provided. Electricity to be paid on statement. Private terrace, plancha barbecue. Common garden of 5000 m², enclosed courtyard to share with the other gîte. Vegetable garden available.
Bécheresse is a commune in the South Charente located near Blanzac Porcheresse and the communes of Champagne-Vigny, Pérignac, Voulgézac and Plassac-Rouffiac.
Just a stone's throw from the Coteaux du Blanzacais and its vineyards, come and enjoy a tasty moment with your family at the Bécheresse picnic area. You will find a space fitted out with oak trees, a table and a bench.
Once seated, you will have the opportunity to admire the façade of the Saint-Barthélémy church located opposite the area. All the conditions are therefore in place to guarantee you a good meal. Enjoy your meal!
Room in the countryside, with swimming pool, calm and relaxing environment, surrounded by nature to recharge your batteries.
Sleeps 1 to 4 with bathroom.
Located on top of the hills in a beautiful flowered garden, Le Cottage Ensoleillé ('The Sunny Cottage') is recently renovated and obtained a 4 stars ranking. This accommodation is part of an old farmhouse and has a large fenced garden (2800m²). This gîte is equipped with a French decoration, and provides on the ground floor: a large kitchen, a lounge, toilets. Upstairs: 2 bedrooms (1 king-size bed 160x200cm and 2 single beds 90x190cm), a bathroom and toilets. Equipment: dishwasher, washing machine, dryer, oven, microwave, fridge-freezer, iron and ironing board, small appliances, equipment for baby (cot, high chair, baby-changing table and bath), TV, DVD player, WIFI. You can share the swimming pool with Scarlett and Clovis my children if you want to , a 40m² summer kitchen with barbecue and plancha. In the garden there is a slide, a swing, a trampoline, a sandpit, a table football, a dart board, a small pool table, etc. It's heaven for children!!! You will enjoy a shady private terrace (30m²) with chaises longues and garden furniture. Our guests will find many local activities !! The accomodation is very secure, fenced, you can park your car. Le Cottage ensoleillé is heaven for children and grown ups!!
Direct sales of Pineau and Cognac but also cocktails, liqueurs elaborated in a natural way following the rules of a viticulture which respects the environment.
Visit of the domain (in french only) by reservation.
Thierry Vadi is present in the Charente markets and in the Local Producers' Markets (Marchés de Producteurs de Pays). He sells chickens ready to cook and roasted chickens according to your taste.
Cereal farm with free-range poultry workshop; slaughter at the farm and transformation premises.
Visits by appointment.
A bit of sunshine, a patch of grass and your wicker basket in hand... All the conditions are met to spend a pleasant moment on the picnic area of Charmant.
On site, trees will provide a natural shelter to protect you from the sun. Tables and garbage cans are present. A pond and an old wash house will offer you a picturesque setting, full of charm and color. You will be able to enjoy your packed lunch in peace and quiet.
Once the meal is over, you can continue your afternoon with a mountain bike ride. This picnic area is part of the Villebois-Lavalette Mountain Bike Station's Loops 4 and 5.
17.2 km mountain bike itinerary from the "Pub des Gabarriers" in St-Simeux.
Chemin de la Fontaine ("Fountain's trail"). A 6km hiking trail (departure: town hall) where you will see the church, the castle, a wash house, an old mill, etc
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Small private island located on the "Flow Vélo" cycle path and in the immediate vicinity of the pretty beach of the Bain des Dames seaside site, comfortable house with private garden overlooking the river.
The House benefits from a private garden which overlooks the river. You have the house and its adjoining garden all to yourself.
The house is made up of 3 rooms:
- A living room with lounge area, dining area and kitchenette (fridge, dishwasher,
hotplates, combined oven, filter coffee maker for ground coffee) and dining area
- Bedroom with 3 single beds (90 cm)
- Bedroom with 1 double bed (140 cm) opening onto a bathroom (shower, sink, bidet, WC and washing machine)
Proposed services :
- Bed and bath linen provided - free
- Free WIFI
- Baby accessories (bed, bath, high chair) on request before your arrival - free
- 2 paddles (capacity per paddle 1 adult + 1 child) self-service (life jackets included) - free
- 1 kayak (capacity 2 adults and 2 children) in self-service (life jackets included) - free
- 4 hybrid bikes, 4 mountain bikes, several children's bikes for all ages and self-service scooters (helmets included) - free
- Games room (table tennis, French billiards, table football, darts, basketball hoop, books and board games) - free
- Cleaning of your accommodation upon your departure, upon request before your arrival (Paid service €50)
You also benefit from shared spaces: park and private woods (10,000 m2 of land in total), swimming pool (5mx10m) open from June 1 to September 30, and games room of 240 m2. Outside of the swimming pool, you can enjoy the pleasure of swimming in the river. For more information:
www.ile-de-malvy.com