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Chateau Clerbise, Near
Pons, Charente Maritime
17c
Chateau in 12 acres
8 bedrooms sleeping 16+
Perfect venue for large groups, weddings and parties, business meetings, or that
special occasion.
Domaine du Chasseur, 5 bedrooms, sleeping 10
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Les Etables, 6 bedrooms, sleeping 12
Each Property has its own exclusive Swimming Pool and Parkland and each
has Internet Connection and English Satellite TV
Whole accommodation sleeping 38 people in total
This 17C French Chateau, set in 12 acres of tranquil garden and
parkland, provides an ideal location for families and groups of
friends to enjoy a self-catering holiday or to celebrate a special event
in the warm sunshine of the South West of France.
It is also the perfect venue for business and leisure activities in a
relaxed and private setting. In the past we have accommodated bankers,
lawyers, travel agents, university students, astronomers, product
launches, photographic shoots, acting and orchestral practice sessions,
art and language courses.
Chateau Holiday Accommodation includes 8 Bedrooms, 7 Bath/Shower
Rooms, 3 Reception Rooms, Kitchen over 2 floors as follows:
Ground Floor:
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Twin Bed Bedroom with En-suite Bathroom/ Shower over bath.
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Shower Room by the garden entrance - handy for the
swimming pool
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Main Salon with piano, Television and Radio/CD player
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Broadband Internet Connection
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Snooker room with full size Snooker table
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Dining Room
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Fully equipped kitchen with a gas and 2 electric cookers, 2 gas hobs,
microwave oven, dish washer, washing machine, 2 large fridge freezers,
toaster, electric kettle, coffee percolator
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Utility cupoard with vacuum cleaner, cleaning equipment, ironing
facilities,
clothes horses, hair dryers
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South-Facing Terrace, Exclusive pool, BBQ, Garden and 8 Acres of
parkland
First Floor:
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4 Double Bedrooms
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3 Twin Bedrooms
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2 Bathrooms
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3 Shower rooms
All bed linen and house towels are provided. Guests must provide their
own pool towels
To the rear, the Chateau overlooks a large secluded garden and parkland
with various fruit trees available for free picking to Chateau guests.
The building retains some unusual features including an elegant wide
spiral staircase, leather wall coverings and a rare late 19th century
decorative woodburner. The spacious and comfortable reception rooms
offer an opportunity for large family gatherings and dining or for
meetings and training sessions. Some of the huge bedrooms can
accommodate extra beds to make family bedrooms. All bathroom/shower
rooms contain washbasins and WCs.
The Area:
The region of Charente Maritime is one of the sunniest parts of France
and benefits from a mostly sunny and warm climate from April through to
October. The influence of the Gulf Stream means that winters can be as
mild as the Mediterranean.
"I remember someone telling me that if western France were a bird, it
would almost certainly be an early bird since it possessed everything it
could ever want from a country. Within its boundaries, I was told, I
would find the best of France - its art and architecture, its landscapes
and seascapes, its food and wine, its history, its traditions and its
people. My informant was not far wrong". Travel Writer Martin O'Brien,
on Charente Maritime.
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS:
BORDEAUX WINES:
Visits can be arranged to French viticulteurs in any of
the Bordelais regions such as St Emillion, Medoc, Bourg etc., for a tour
of the vineyards, distillery and chais prior to a degustation of their
various wines.
COGNAC: The immediate area is even better known for its cognac
production and there are many local producers who are happy to welcome
visitors and customers.The city of cognac itself however is well worth a
visit, with the famous houses of Hennessey, Martel, Remy Martin, Otard,
Courvoisier all offering guided tours in several languages.
BEACHES: Within an easy drive of the Chateau are several blue-flagged,
sandy beaches including the 3 star Michelin rated Royan,
Saint-Georges-de-Didonne, Meschers, St Palais sur Mer and La Plage des
Vergnes where you will also find caves and rock pools. Slightly further
a field but still making for a great day out are the Ile de Re and Ile
d'Oleron as well as Talmont, a beautiful white-washed village with
narrow pedestrian streets winding to the coast.
GOLF: Two of the best golf courses in the West of France are at Cognac
and Royan with other fine courses to be found at Saintes and Bordeaux.
HORSE RIDING CENTRES: For beginners to experienced riders - 10 minutes
away
TENNIS COURTS: Public Courts at Pons and St Genis de Saintonge
FISHING: In the Seugne a short walk away, or in the Charente or at the
coast.
KARTING: An international Karting Centre is just 4 km away where you can
even organise a private tournament for your group.
SHOPS: Large supermarkets as well as independent commerçants and daily
markets including some brocante (country antique) markets are available
nearby. Mainstream and boutique shops can be found at Saintes, Royan,
Angouleme and Bordeaux.
RESTAURANTS: All tastes and budgets are catered for in the local area.
There are Michelin recommended restaurants nearby as well as many family
run restaurants, bistros and take-aways. Charente Maritime offers a
fantastic range of seafood in all seasons and you can enjoy oysters
fresh from the bay at lunch time or fish suppers overlooking the sea as
the sun goes down.
We can also arrange catering in house for a special celebration or for
your whole stay. Local chefs offer a variety of menus available to take
the self out of self-catering, including a good choice of delicious
vegetarian options. They will set the table, cook, serve and clear away
your meal.
PLACES OF INTEREST: Saintes - Roman Amphitheatre; the old fortified port
of La Rochelle; Rochefort - La Corderie Maritime Museum and the Hermione
Ship; Chateaux of Roche Courbon and La Rochefoucauld; Cognac; Bordeaux,
the regional capital of Aquitaine.
THEMED HOLIDAYS: We can organise extra special activities such as fancy
dress hire, horse and carriages and hot air balloon rides to make your
week extra-special.
Over the whole region, good sailing, swimming and water sports, walking
and good cycling make this an attractive region for holidays.
MAID or BABY SITTING SERVICES: Available low cost to make the most of
your stay.
TRAVEL TO REACH US:
Flying: Clerbise is within one hour drive from Bordeaux and La Rochelle
Airports. Angoulême and Poitiers airports are one and a half hours away.
Ferries: The main ports of St Malo, Caen, Le Havre and Cherbourg are
about 5 - 6 hours drive to Clerbise.
Train: Eurostar to Paris and the TGV to Angoulême where car hire is
available next to the station.
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