For rent as a summer vacation rental or winter long term let
A wonderful Charente farmhouse
Welcome to Le Tilleul a luxury hay barn renovated in 2007, whilst retaining its natural French rustic charm it never-the-less boasts every modern convenience.
Located in the Charente (yet a stone's throw away from the border of the Dordogne and the Haute Vienne) in South West France, the gite has fabulous views over the surrounding rolling hills and sunflower fields.
There is a 13m x 6m swimming pool surrounded by a large lovely stone slabbed terrace, which is south facing and partially enclosed offering a quiet suntrap.
An abundance of facilities
The gite is extremely well equipped, from a summer kitchen under the veranda at the pool side with an outside fridge, double BBQ and iron sink, pool side shower, toilet and changing facilities, to the balcony and terrace at the barn which has been designed for outdoor living and ‘al fresco’ dining.
The main garden is laid to over 1000m2 of lawn giving plenty of space to those energetic ball games or the more relaxing games of petanque, croquet or a spot of kite flying.
A great location
In a great location where we are served by numerous excellent restaurants. And what better accompaniment than the local wine. There are plenty of activities to suit everyone.
Situated just outside the quiet little hamlet of Le Lindois with the city of Angoulême just 25 minutes away where if you are a shopaholic you will find all the shops and supermarkets you’ll need.
Angoulême is host to the world famous Circuit des Ramparts. Easy to access, Angoulême has air and train links to the major international capitals: Paris is a mere two hours away by the TGV high-speed train.
Where as if golf is what you are looking for then 5km away you will find the fabulous 18 hole international golf de La Preze. Or even horse riding at Centre Equestre de Mons
in Brigueil.
The nearby lakes of Lavaud offer scenic picnic areas, sandy beaches, family restaurants, swimming sailing mountain biking and a fantastic play area for children.
We are only 15 minutes away from the pretty town of La Rochefoucauld with its imposing Chateau and full range of shops, restaurants and estate agents.
In the other direction you will find the well- preserved medieval town of Confolens, which is home to the well known annual world folk festival ‘Danses et musiques du monde’ that takes over the town in August.
If it is just essentials you need then our local village of Montemboeuf is just five minutes away where you will find a boulanger, butchers, spar, tabac, bar, hairdressers, bank and post office.
Other places to visit which are a must and just under an hour away are Limoges, Brantome, Cognac, Aubeterre and Villebois-Lavalette.
...and a little about us your hosts
Your hosts Steve, Nicki and Jessica, live in a separate property adjacent and although we are at hand with assistance and local knowledge, we never the less respect your privacy at all times.
Please note that, for the comfort of all our guests, Le Tilleul is non-smoking inside (although please feel free to smoke on the balcony or veranda).
We also operate a Friday changeover as we believe it offers greater availability and choice of cheaper prices for flights, ferries and hotel accommodation en route.
There is also less congestion on the roads and it means guest are able to fully take part in the activities programmed for Saturday, day and night, offered by most local towns and villages during the summer months.
And it also allows you to undertake a big supermarket shop, as most supermarkets are closed on a Sunday.
Our location
