Local Area/Things To Do

Discover Charente-Maritime

Our Gîte is ideally located for discovering one of France’s most loved regions, with plenty to see and do, from exploring charming harbours and seaside villages, walking/cycling through the local vineyards and visiting nearby towns, markets and festivals, or dining out in one of the numerous and excellent restaurants.

There is more than enough to keep every member of your party entertained.

Beaches & Coastline

The sandy beaches of the Atlantic coast are also easily accessible by car.

Royan (82km), Arcachon 124km), La Rochelle (146km), Île de Ré (124km), Île d'Oleron (171km)

exploring charming harbours and seaside villages

Historic Towns

La Rochelle — old port, aquarium, markets

Saintes — Roman amphitheatre & abbey

Bordeaux— Historic town & home of wine

Food & Drink

Local wine and Pineau des Charentes

Summer night markets

Traditional Charentais restaurants

Activities

Cycling routes through vineyards

Walking trails

Local markets and festivals

Whatever your interests, Charente-Maritime offers something special for every visitor.

Beautiful Bordeaux with it's many shops & historic buildings

Enjoy waterskiing at World of Ski in St. Meme

Angouleme a lovely city to explore, with its famous car rally around the ramparts

Historic Cognac full of charm. Home of Hennessey

Beau Vallon, with it's great cafe, is just one of the beautiful lake beaches nearbv

The Nearby town of Barbezieux, with a variety of supermarkets, shops & cafes

Cherished French Moments...

Beautiful Saint Emilion, with it's famous wine caves and cobbled streets

Aubeterre sur Dronne, one of the most beautiful villages