Les Capucines, Charente Maritime, France

Sleeps 6 to 26 in 3 gites:
Le Manoir sleeps 10 (+ 2 single sofa beds)
La Grange sleeps up to 10
L'Ecurie sleeps 6

Les Capucines is beautifully restored 18th Century Charentaise Farmhouse that comprises of three spacious and well appointed cottages/gites that can comfortably accommodate up to 28 guests.

This unique property, built on the site of an old Roman encampment, enjoys a peaceful but not isolated location on the edge of a small hamlet and is surrounded by lush countryside and fields of sunflowers. Les Capucines is just a short distance from shops and facilities and only 20 minutes from the nearest sandy beach.

Being so centrally located, there is an enormous variety of activities and places to visit within easy reach - so much for the whole family to do and see whilst on holiday at Les Capucines!

To the west, the gorgeous Atlantic beaches are right on the doorstep, as well as the historic old seaport of La Rochelle and the glamorous islands of Ile de Re, Oleron and Aix. To the east are beautiful towns along the Charente river, including the historic old towns of Saintes and Cognac. A short drive to the north is the Loire Valley with its magnificent chateaux. To the south is the beautiful rolling countryside of the Dordogne as well as the vineyards of Bordeaux.

If you feel more like relaxing, there is a very large terraced swimming pool, bathed in sunshine from dawn to dusk and surrounded by mature, well laid out gardens. In addition each cottage has its own barbecue (ready to fire up) as well as table and chairs for outdoor eating. Communal dining for up to 28 guests to eat together is available, with a choice of 'alfresco', under cover or inside.

Facilities include a large under cover games area with table tennis, table football, darts and a huge selection of outdoor games equipment as well as bicycles for local use. There is an in-room massage facility which is available for guests after long drives, bike rides, walks, swims or just because they feel like being pampered!

So whatever you and your family and friends are looking for in a French holiday, Les Capucines can deliver - and so much more!