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Escape to this semi-rural 2-bedroom Gite in a quiet village, where you can unwind by the log burner or enjoy the heated pool. Take advantage of a fully fitted kitchen, cozy living room with double sofa bed and tv/sky box. Nearby Jonzac offers supermarkets, shops, bars and restaurants just a ten-minute drive away.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Chez Desire (EI) our Peaceful, cosy 2 bedroom gite, with private heated pool!

  • Semi rural 2 bedroom Gite, sleeps 4/6 double bedroom and 2 single beds in the second both having wardrobe space, small separate toilet and a double shower room. Fully fitted kitchen and dining area. Cozy living room with double sofa bed,log burner, tv/sky box, outside patio area with barbecue and garden leading to the heated 10 x 5 metre fenced pool for guests only. The gite is detached from the main house and the garden is split to give privacy outside and around the pool to guests.

    JONZAC
    Less than a ten minute drive.
    This is the nearest town where all your amenities are. Good supermarkets, lots of shops, bars and restaurants. Two theatres and a cinema. Swimming pool complex fed by the thermal springs and a treatment centre. Covered market for fresh produce locally supplied accompanied by lots of stalls all around the square.

    The medieval town of Pons is only 25 mins away and host some good events through the summer. The battle re-enactment with jousting is a spectacular day out.

    Montendre is 15 mins in the other direction and has a large street market every Thursday.
    Twin lakes is situated here and is great for beginners and keen anglers plus a beautiful place to have lunch or supper.

    LOCALITY

    In a quiet village that has Restaurant/Bar.
    Lake for fishing and picnics, a walkable 24/7 Supermarket open from August 2024.

    Jonzac is 6km renown for its hot water springs.
    The coast is 40 mins away with sandy beaches.
    Bordeaux 1hr, Cognac 40 mins, 2 Airports within 1hr 30mins.

    More information on request.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Heated pool

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed USD 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Located in Saint-Simon-de-Bordes, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Le Château des Énigmes and Barbezieux Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lac Baron Desqueyroux and Vitrezay Nature Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Les Antilles de Jonzac and Pole Nature de Vitrezay et Port Maubert. Visit our Saint-Simon-de-Bordes travel guide
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Saint-Simon-de-Bordes, Charente-Maritime

What's nearby

  • Jonzac Thermal Baths
    6 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Casino Jonzac
    8 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Les Antilles de Jonzac
    9 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Office de Tourisme du Canton de Montendre
    15 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Lac Baron Desqueyroux
    17 min drive - 12.5 miles

Getting around

  • Jonzac Station
    6 min drive

Restaurants

  • LA BOUCHERIE
    15 min drive
  • L'Aparté
    6 min drive
  • McDonald's
    6 min drive
  • Sushis Tukyo
    8 min drive
  • La Petite Fontaine
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Chez Desire (EI) our Peaceful, cosy 2 bedroom gite, with private heated pool! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Chez Desire (EI) our Peaceful, cosy 2 bedroom gite, with private heated pool! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Chez Desire (EI) our Peaceful, cosy 2 bedroom gite, with private heated pool!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Chez Desire (EI) our Peaceful, cosy 2 bedroom gite, with private heated pool!?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Chez Desire (EI) our Peaceful, cosy 2 bedroom gite, with private heated pool!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Chez Desire (EI) our Peaceful, cosy 2 bedroom gite, with private heated pool! located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Jonzac Thermal Baths, Les Antilles de Jonzac, and Casino Jonzac. Church of Our Lady of the Assumption and Office de Tourisme du Canton de Montendre are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Chez Desire (EI) our Peaceful, cosy 2 bedroom gite, with private heated pool! Reviews

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9.4

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9.0

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10/10 Excellent

Alex H.

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Great family gite

We had a lovely week at Chez Desire. The gite is really well set up for a young family. Our kids (4 and 6) loved the pool (safely fenced and gated), huge trampoline, garden and toys. The gite has everything you might need for your stay. Jo and Dave were great hosts. The area is really pretty and we enjoyed trips to Pond, Jonzac, Blayeand the coast. If you’re looking for regular beach trips it might be a bit far as the coast is about an hour away but the pool more than makes up for that.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Christian S.

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Nice property especially for family trips with children

The property owners Jo and Dave live on the site in a neighboring house and are very hospitable, caring, friendly and always available for a chat and take an interest that their guests have a pleasant stay. The heated seawater pool is very nice and in good shape and a gaming room (billard, darts, etc.), a nice garden (with trampolin, badminton, etc.) and various offers for games, reading and media make a stay pleasant especially also for kids. Jo and Dave speak excellent English as they are orginally coming from England. They are very kind and want you to enjoy your stay at their property. So all in all a very nice place to spent your family holidays.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Hannah F.

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Great gite with fantastic pool and lovely hosts

We had a fantastic fortnight staying in Jo and Dave's gite. The gite itself is cosy but has a lovely big comfy living room which was a great addition on the couple of rainy days. The covered terrace is a really nice place to eat/play games and the beds are comfy. The outside area is very spacious and my two boys (6 and 10) LOVED the big pool, the badminton and trampoline. The addition of the games room with pool table, table football and darts was fab, as well as lots of games in the cupboard. The gite is next to the main house, but Jo and Dave maintained a perfect balance of being there if we needed them, but also giving us our space and privacy. They gave us some great recommendations of things to do in the local area. We had a brilliant and very relaxing time. Theboutside area
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ann P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous gite near Jonzac

Spent a great couple of weeks in this Gite, which is ideal for a self-catering holiday in Jonzac. Jo and Dave seem to have thought of everything to create a perfect holiday and are wonderful hosts who will go out of their way to make your stay enjoyable. The accommodation includes a spacious living room and well-equipped kitchen/dining area, and the facilities provided cater for people of all ages. There is a private heated pool, temperature of 24 degrees, perfect for swimming, which is set in a beautiful garden. The site also includes a private picnic area with a grassy children’s playground and a boules court. There is a games room with all sorts of activities, including table football and billiards. The Gite is located in a quiet area, within 10-15 minutes’ drive of two big supermarkets, the fantastic Les Antilles swimming complex and the attractive town of Jonzac. Couldn’t recommend more highly.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie

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Si vous recherchez le paradis sur terre, n'allez pas plus loin! Nous avons passé deux grosses semaines super, une maison confortable, une piscine immense et entretenue chaque jour, un endroit calme et proche des magasins et de beaucoup de sites à visiter, sans oublier la salle de jeux, sorte de caverne d'Ali Baba où les enfants se sont fort amusés ! Jo et Dave sont adorables, amicaux et extrêmement attentionnés, ils resteront dans nos cœurs. If you’re looking for paradise on earth, look no further! We spent two fantastic weeks here—a comfortable house, a huge pool that was cleaned every day, a quiet location close to shops and plenty of places to visit, not to mention the playroom, which was like Ali Baba’s cave and where the kids had a blast! Jo and Dave are lovely, friendly, and extremely thoughtful—they’ll always have a special place in our hearts.
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mohamed B.

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The best

we really enjoyed our stay, Jo & Dave are very kind and always available for their guests; Our kids appreciate a lot The swimming Pool , it's worth coming back next year
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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Wonderful- relaxing…. Just what we wanted

Clean and extremely well equipped gite, everything you could want is available. The games room was good for all ages and the pool superb, and the heating made a difference. The hosts Jo & Dave, helpful, informative and would interact as much as you want. Well situated for all supermarkets & shops in Jonzac. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would hope to return
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

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Fijne vakantie

We hadden een super verblijf! We hebben genoten van de gastvrijheid van Jo en Dave. Het zwembad is een topper en ook de speelruimte was leuk.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Inge v.

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Fijn huis en heerlijk zwembad

We hebben een heerlijk verblijf gehad. Vooral dankzij het heerlijke verwarmde zwembad. We werden zeer vriendelijk ontvangen door Jo en Dave. We kregen ook een welkomst snack. Kleine moeite groot plezier! Ook van de speelkamer werd door ons veel gebruik gemaakt, vooral biljarten en darten waren favoriet. De omgeving viel ons wel een beetje tegen. Er is niet heel veel te doen. Daarvoor moet je minimaal 45 minuten autorijden. Kortom een hele fijne plek om tot rust te komen.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

marleen c.

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Een fantastisch vakantieverblijf

Een zeer verzorgde vakantiewoning, waar alle voorzieningen aanwezig waren. Jo en David zijn fantastische en zeer hulpvaardige mensen. De kinderen hebben genoten van het grote en zeer verzorgde zwembad en ook van de speelzaal. Zeker een aanrader voor families met kinderen. Wij hebben een fantastische vakantie achter de rug. Dank je wel, Jo en David. Xxx
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mrs Jo W.

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Peaceful, rural, retreat with an excellent pool and games room

A clean and well equipped gite in a super quiet location (perhaps a car every 30 mins!) and yet only a 15 minute drive to hypermarkets, bakeries and the town of Jonzac. We all made very good use of the owners swimming pool (family with two boys ages 11 and 13) which was the same depth overall and which we had sole use of during our stay. Car hire is necessary; plenty to do in the area. We really enjoyed the citadel of Blaye and definately worth a visit. The gite was traditional but had all the modern comforts including WiFi, TNT TV & satellite DVD player, many DVDs and various games and gorgeous fairy lights outside. The owners Dave & Jo were so easy to get along with but also respected our privacy. We were greeted on arrival with a bespoke 'hamper' of goodies! Air conditioning would be an added bonus. Thoroughly recommend. We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you very much Dave & Jo!!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

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Super relaxed, perfect zwembad. Genoten!

We hebben genoten! Het zwembad was top! De hosts, Jo en Dave waren aller aardigst. Op z'n tijd een gezellig praatje, maar ook de privacy in acht genomen. Zelfs een welkomst-mandje met snacks. De gite was schoon en heel compleet. (Koelbox, luchtbedden voor zwembad, oven) De 'gamehal' was een leuk extraatje. Voor 'activiteit' in de buurt moet je minimaal 20/30min rijden. Wellicht zou airco nog een toegevoegde waarde geven, maar nu was het tijdens ons verblijf ook wel erg heet (40°). Er waren wel 3 ventilatoren. We raden het iedereen aan!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

philippe m.

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Excellent séjour

Jo et Dave, originaire de Manchester, gèrent leur gîte avec beaucoup de bienveillance à l'égard de leurs hôtes. Ils sont à la fois très discrets et très disponibles. La maison est idéale pour un couple avec deux enfants. La maison est très bien équipée, rien ne manque, ni dans la cuisine, ni dans le salon (WiFi, TV TNT & satellite lecteur DVD, nombreux DVD et jeux divers). Nous avons été accueilli avec un panier d'accueil très généreux : 2 bouteilles de vin, des gâteaux, des bonbons, des chips, de l'eau, du lait, du café, ... La piscine est magnifique. Un séjour inoubliable, une adresse à recommander.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Hervé H.

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Super séjour

Un accueil chaleur Dave et Jo. des hôtes discrets, charmants et réactifs La location est parfaitement conforme aux attentes avec une superbe piscine chauffée Nous avons passé un magnifique séjour Nos hôtes ont tout fait pour qu’on s’y sente comme chez nous.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021