Contemporary living in a tranquil rural setting. Our 4-star gîte sits on the upper level of a converted tobacco barn, next to our farmhouse yet completely private, with its own heated saltwater pool and a balcony terrace looking out over the countryside.
- 84 m²Upper level gîte
- 4 + 2Guests, with the extra bedroom
- 2 + 1Ensuite bedrooms
- 11 × 4 mHeated saltwater pool
The gîte
Light, space and views
The gîte has a private, heated saltwater pool and a balcony terrace with peaceful countryside views. Inside you'll find an open-plan lounge, kitchen and dining area, and two ensuite bedrooms. The charming old chicken coop houses a separate utility room on the ground floor.
The bedroom overlooking the garden can be a king-size or a twin; the second bedroom, overlooking the courtyard, has a king-size bed. Central heating and double glazing keep it comfortable all year, and both bedrooms have air-conditioning.
A fully equipped summer kitchen, gas BBQ and covered terrace make eating en plein air easy. The gîte sleeps up to four guests.
The additional bedroom
For extra space, an independent garden-level bedroom with its own entrance and ensuite shower room is available for up to two guests. It has central heating, double glazing and a comfortable seating area, and can be a super-king or a twin.
- 22 kW EV chargingWe give you an RFID card so you get an itemised bill at the end of your stay.
- Fibre optic wifiComplimentary, throughout the property, indoors and out.
- Parking and bikesAmple parking and secure bicycle storage.
- Gently greenSolar panels, recycling, composting and eco-friendly products.
Amenities
The heated swimming pool
The 11 × 4 metre pool has a terrace with sun loungers, parasols and a solar-heated shower. Its electric cover keeps it safe and warm, and saltwater means softer water that is kinder to eyes and skin. Pool towels are provided.
The covered dining area and summer kitchen
Alongside the pool, open on three sides, the covered dining area looks out over the gardens and the countryside. The summer kitchen has a fridge and a Weber gas BBQ, with the gas provided.
Next to it, the old chicken coop is now the laundry, with washing machine, iron and ironing board, and an extra toilet. Outdoor games and a table tennis table wait at the back of the barn.
Lounge, kitchen and dining
From the balcony terrace you step into the spacious open-plan living area, with two comfy sofas, a flat screen TV with UK and French channels plus Netflix and Prime, and books and games. All windows have blinds or shutters.
The kitchen island is fully equipped: oven, hob, dishwasher, fridge-freezer and microwave, toaster, kettle, filter coffee machine and milk frother, and everything you need to cook with the wonderful local produce.
The bedrooms
Two air-conditioned ensuite bedrooms on the same level. The room overlooking the garden is a king-size (150 × 200 cm) or a twin; the room overlooking the courtyard has a king-size bed (160 × 200 cm).
The additional ground floor bedroom (35 m²) has its own entrance and shower room, and a super-king (180 × 200 cm) or twin beds.
- Egyptian cotton sheets on every bed
- Blackout blinds and shutters
- Towels, a hairdryer and toiletries from The White Company
Availability & rates
Availability
A minimum stay of seven nights applies year-round. Outside the peak season the gîte is available with two or three bedrooms and arrival and departure days are flexible. In the peak season it is available with three bedrooms only, from Saturday to Saturday.
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Rates
All rates are per night unless stated otherwise, and exclude the local tourist tax, payable in euros on arrival.
| Period | 2 bedrooms | 3 bedrooms |
|---|---|---|
| 3 October to 31 October | €245 | €295 |
| 31 October to 19 December | €165 | €215 |
| 19 December to 2 January 2027 | €330 | €380 |
| Period | 2 bedrooms | 3 bedrooms |
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| 2 January to 20 March | €170 | €220 |
| 20 March to 22 May | €250 | €300 |
| 22 May to 3 July | €340 | €390 |
| 3 July to 4 SeptemberPeak season, Saturday to Saturday | Not available | €3,220per week |
| 4 September to 2 October | €340 | €390 |
| 2 October to 30 October | €250 | €300 |
| 30 October to 18 December | €170 | €220 |
| 18 December to 1 January 2028 | €340 | €390 |
Good to know
Arrival and departure
The gîte is yours from 16:00 on the day of arrival until 10:00 on the day of departure.
The pool
The private heated pool is open from May to September, weather permitting.
Who it suits
Adults and children aged 13 and over. The gîte is not suitable for guests who cannot climb the stairs to the upper level entrance, and we are unable to accommodate pets.
We live next door
We live in the farmhouse next to the barn, always close by with advice on things to do and places to visit.
Before you arrive
We'll send you information on wine tours, wine tastings at La Banne, bike hire, canoeing and kayaking, cheese and charcuterie platters from a local wine bar as seen on Channel 4's "A New Life in the Sun", and cookery workshops.
During your stay
- For stays of more than seven nights we provide fresh bed linen, towels and pool towels.
- Eco-friendly toilet and kitchen rolls, dishwasher tablets, washing-up liquid, detergents and cleaning essentials are provided, with basic pantry items and bin bags.
- Fire extinguishers, first-aid kits, smoke detectors and exterior lighting are in place for your safety.
- Smoking is permitted outdoors only.
- There is no cleaning charge, but we do ask you to leave the gîte clean and tidy. If a professional clean is needed we may have to charge for it.
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