Title: Traditional Charentaise cottage with pool, in the heart of Cognac country Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Traditional Charentaise cottage with pool, in the heart of Cognac country Family-friendly cottage in Fontaine Chalendray ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111020000/111019000/111018963/a6fb8525.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111020000/111019000/111018963/3d37d7f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, ping pong, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111020000/111019000/111018963/81ab38d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, ping pong, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111020000/111019000/111018963/bd4feb60.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111020000/111019000/111018963/12f7a42e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Traditional Charentaise cottage with pool, in the heart of Cognac country provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms861 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Pool - Fireplace - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Traditional Charentaise cottage with pool, in the heart of Cognac country Fleur is our +200 year old stone walled gite, which has been fully renovated and double glazed, comprising an open plan living/dining/kitchen downstairs. The sitting area has a large window, fireplace, leather sofa and 2 armchairs, a Samsung flat screen smart TV capable of receiving Netflix and Prime, or you can connect to your own accounts or use your own Fire-stick to connect to the hi-speed fibre Wifi. The kitchen is fully equipped with washing machine, dishwasher, a gas piano cooker, fridge freezer, microwave, kettle, toaster and coffee machine, along with all crockery and cutlery for your stay. The stairs lead up to the 1st floor where there are 2 en-suite bedrooms. The master is a double aspect bedroom with views of the courtyard and garden, it has a double bed and full shower room. The 2nd bedroom has 2 single beds and a full bathroom incorporating a full bath and shower over. All linens are provided, and a change of linens is offered on the middle weekend for 2 week stays. We can also provide a cot, with all linens, so if you require a cot please let us know when booking. More frequent changes of linens can be accommodated as can a mid week clean, both have to be arranged in advance and carry an additional charge payable locally. Outside there is the entrance courtyard and main garden, there is seating in front of the gite and a terrace for alfresco dining, and a BBQ. The pool is in a separate walled and fenced garden. The heated 9x4m sloping pool has steps and a 'plage so young children and infants can cool off safely. The pool is cleaned daily, and for safety and insurance purposes the pool is covered between 19:00 and 08:30. The pool is not attended, so strictly no children without an accompanying adult, and please do not take glassware or crockery to the pool. Loungers, umbrellas, and inflatable toys are provided, as well as pool towels. We request that no sunscreens with fake tan or bronzers are used as these damage the pool liner, and guest are required use the shower before entering the pool. Please note: At the moment there are no facilities at the gite for EV/Hybrid charging. The power supply is not yet rated for this, and will trip the mains, therefore EV charging is prohibited. At present the closest high speed charging points are in Néré or Beauvais sur Matha, some away 6-7 km's away. Our tranquil village, is the perfect place to relax, unwind, and take things easy, To allow our guests to do this we try to ensure that they have a home from home for their well deserved holiday, rather than just a holiday home, but we are human, so if we do miss something please let us know. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Heated pool - Table tennis ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 861 square feet ## Similar properties ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34390000/34387000/34386991/46695276.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming cottage with all comfort in the heart of the Saintonge Dorée. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 Property Registration Number 498 238 179 00010 ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=45.94955,-0.181474&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:wknwGdmb%40%3FU%3FU%3FU%3FW%40U%40U%40U%40W%40U%40UBU%40UBUBUBUBUBUBSDUDUBSDUDSDUFSDSDSFSFSFSFSFQFSFQHQFSHQHQHOHQHQHOHQJOHOJOHMJOJOJMJMJMLMJMJKLMJKLKJKLKLILILKLILILGNILGLGLGNGLENGLENELENENCLCNCNCLCNANCNANAL%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%3FN%40N%40NBN%40LBNBNBLBNBNDLDNDNDLFLDNFLFLFLFNHLFLHLHLJLHLJLHJJLJJJLLJJJLLLJLJLJLJNJNHLJNHNJPHNHNHPHPHNHPHPFRHPFPFRFPFRFRFRFRDRDRFRDTDRDTBRDTDTBRBTBTBTBTBT%40T%40TBT%40T%40V%40T%40T%40T%3FV%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FV%3FT%3FT%3FTAVATATATAVCTATATCTCTCTCTCRCTETETCRETERERGTERERGRGRGRGPGRGPGRIPGPIPIPIPIPIPININKNIPKLINKNKLKNKLKLMLKJKLMJKLMJKJMHMJMHMHMHMHMHOHMFMFMFOFMDMFODODMDOBODMBOBOBMBO%40O%40O%40O%40M%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAMAOAOAOAOAMCOCOCMCOEOCMEOEMEOGMEOGMGMGMGOIMIMGMKMIMIMKMIKKMKKMMKKMKKMMKMKMKOKMKOIOKMIOKQIOIOIQIQIQIOISGQIQGQGSGSGQGSGSGSESESGUESESEUCSEUEUCUCSCUCUCUCUAUCUAUAWAUAUAUAU%3FW%3FU%3FU%3FW&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZQxbunSzLQq1ZJULcp8hS-ErL2Q=) Fontaine-Chalendray, Charente-Maritime #### What's nearby - La Moutarderie Charentaise - 12 min drive - 6.6 miles - Château de Cognac - 47 min drive - 25.1 miles - Hennessy Cognac Company - 48 min drive - 25.3 miles - Remy Martin - 49 min drive - 25.5 miles - Géant Casino - 54 min drive - 36.7 miles #### Getting around - Luxe Station - 31 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Le Pinocchio - ‬10 min drive - ‪Pizzeria l'Authentique - ‬8 min drive - ‪Coffea - ‬8 min drive - ‪Le Couturois - ‬10 min drive - ‪Moutarderie Charentaise - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Traditional Charentaise cottage with pool, in the heart of Cognac country have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Traditional Charentaise cottage with pool, in the heart of Cognac country pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Traditional Charentaise cottage with pool, in the heart of Cognac country? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Traditional Charentaise cottage with pool, in the heart of Cognac country? > Checkout is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is Traditional Charentaise cottage with pool, in the heart of Cognac country located? > Located in Fontaine Chalendray, this family-friendly cottage is 5.4 mi (8.6 km) from La Moutarderie Charentaise, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Pigeonnier d'Aulnay and Eglise Saint-Pierre d'Aulnay. Office de Tourisme du Pays de Matha and Aigre Tourism Office are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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