Region	Poitou-Charentes
Location	Just a few miles from sandy beaches. A short stroll takes you to essential village shops. The area is rich in history and there is plenty to do and see for all age groups

The Property:
The buildings are very ancient, dating back to the 1600s and have recently been totally refurbished and renovated. The furniture and fittings are of quality and blend in with rustic style. Each cottage has a washing machine, TV (with some channels in English), and microwave. Any extra utensils etc. are available via the caretaker. Video machines are available.
Bedroom 1: Double bed
Bedroom 2: Two Single beds
Bedroom 3: Two Single beds
All cottages can be connected via the patios (sections of fence which can be removed) and cottage 4 and 5 can be connected via the living room, making 6 bedrooms.
Linen can be hired

The grounds:
Each cottage has its own garden area, fenced in for privacy, with a patio, BBQ and garden furniture.
The shared swimming pool is new and is fenced-in for child safety. It measures 15m x 18m with a terraced area for lying in the sun. It is situated in a real sun-trap in the main garden area of approx one acre, which is completely walled in with a fine stone wall offering privacy and security. Young children will have fun in the kiddie’s corner where there is a sand-pit, swings, Wendy house etc.. In the summer we rig up tennis and/or badminton nets for non-serious games on the grass, and there is also table tennis.

Nearby:
France where life goes on a slow and easy pace. You will find no high-rises here, but can enjoy the unspoiled beauty of pine forests, islands and miles of beach.
This area is renowned for its fantastic weather. It typically boasts 2,600 hours glorious sunshine each year leaving the rest of France in the cold with an average 1,700.
The heat map above also shows that the area is several degrees warmer than the inland regions and a lot of the coast too!
The area features markets, chateaux, wines, picturesque rivers, a wealth of seafood restaurants and the island of Oleron. Sporting opportunities are also abundant with cycling, golf and water sports. Swimming is ideal for young children as the coast is protected by the island; alternatively there are several surfing beaches within a short drive of the properties.
Charente Maritime caters for all tastes with a number of picturesque towns and a rich local history. The coast is made up of miles of golden sandy beaches and a deep blue ocean.
It's perfect!