Marthon Beautifully restored classic French Country House. Bordered on two sides by the River Bandiat in private grounds and pool. The House provides a perfect place to relax and unwind in quiet and atmospheric surroundings, when you are there keep an eye open for the Kingfishers. Four large bedrooms main house 1 double in Gite
RochepineManoir is a beautifully restored historic
Charente Manoir, in peaceful surroundings. We have never had anyone who stayed that was not more than happy with their stay.
In addition to the rooms listed, the property contains a Laundry room, wine cellar, Courtyard Parking for 4/5 cars, Terrace - with table and chairs, Large grassed area (1 acre) surrounded by river and trees - ideal area to play games, Large Barbecue building with electric lights and running water, both standard and fireplace BBQ's and table and chairs to sit 8/10. The Manoir is centrally heated and the Gite has both a fire and a Woodburning stove. The Manoir has satellite TV.
A rustic blend of oak beams, terracotta tiles and exposed stone walls are the backdrop for spacious living areas, the walls are a meter thick.
From the courtyard you climb stone steps on to a terrace that leads you both around the house to the front gate and in to a large hallway. Immediately the stress and tiredness of the journey evaporate as the warmth of the house and its interior welcomes you.
The spacious manor house accommodates 7-13 people and a Gite just across the courtyard can sleep a further 4 people.
Location Summary
Nearest Airport
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Angouleme - 20 minutes
Nearest Village/Town
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2 minutes
Nearest Beach
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Royan
Nearest Bar/Pub
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2 minutes
Nearest Restaurant
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5 minutes
Travel
La Rochelle (2 hrs) and Royan (1.5 hrs) are within easy driving distance for beautiful beaches. Rochepine Manoir is also well positioned for excursions into the Dordogne - 1 hour drive to Perigeux - the capital of the Dordogne departement. Sarlat/Brantome is within 45 minutes drive, Benjac etc the list goes on.
Accommodation
Property Type
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House, Self Catering, 4+ bedroom, Maximum Sleeping Capacity 13
Restrictions on smoking
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Smoking permitted
Bedrooms
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Two Bedrooms have Kingsize and other bedrooms have double beds, the beds have very comfortable mattresses. Two of the bedrooms also have Sofa Beds. The bedrooms are very large.
The lounge features a grand open stone fireplace and opens on to a formal dining room. An oak staircase will take you up to the stoned walled and beamed ceiling bedrooms and shower rooms over two floors.
External facilities
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The Terrace surrounding the Manor House or the BBQ building are a calm oasis in the heat of the summer, ideal to sit in the shade to eat & drink. A raised walled garden outside the garden room and at the bottom of steps descending from the kitchen provides an ideal place for small children to play and a stone, tiled table is ideal for picnics. grounds are home to established trees, fruit trees, shrubs and an herb garden. There are superb views of the surrounding countryside and a river meanders along the two sides of the property. By the river at the top of the grounds is a small stone, tiled table for picnics close to the weir that bubbles close by.
Additional information
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Leading from the kitchen is a Games/Garden room equipped with Table tennis room, darts board and table football. The double French doors lead to a walled garden area with tiled stone table and staircase leading back up to the kitchen, a fig tree leans over the steps.
Sunloungers & parasols are available and a variety of garden games.
The gardens are large enough to enjoy outdoor activities including a game of football. The river is safe to swim in and may be fished.
Facilities
Parking Facilities
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Courtyard parking for 4/5 cars.
General Amenities/Facilities
Satellite TV, TV, DVD, Video, CD Player, Hairdryer, Clothes Airer, Central Heating, Cot, High Chair, Barbeque, Patio Furniture, Pool - (Not Heated) - Private, Bar Facilities
Special Notes
Child Friendly
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Yes. Our facilities are child friendly. Cot and other equipment available
Pets Allowed
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Yes. Pets are welcome.
Management
Is bed Linen provided
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Yes, bed linen is provided.
Are towels provided
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Yes, towels are provided.
Special Interests
On Site
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Bird Watching, Cycling, Fishing
Nearby
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Beach, Fishing, Golf, Health & Fitness, Horse Riding, Walking/Rambling, Water Sports, Wine Appreciation/Tasting
Activities
There are plenty of activities available at Rochepine Manoir with table tennis, table football, darts, racket games, swingball and boule all provided.
The area is perfect for soaking up the traditional French life. The rivers Tardoire and Charente are both within easy reach for a variety of watersports, The Tardoine at Montbron particularly good for canoeing and fly fishing.
There are numerous lakes in the area where sailing and swimming can be enjoyed.
Further Details
This area is renowned for its food, the heartland of French food to be cooked at home after shopping at one of the many markets or eaten in a selection of local restaurants.
Access and Availability
Changeover Day
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Saturday is the preferred changeover day.
Open all year round
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Yes
Open Christmas
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Yes
Open New Year
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Yes
Booking Notes
Please contact us for more information, links below.
Rental Periods
October to May
£800.00 per week
June, September
£1,000 per week
July/August
£1,400 per week
Short Term Lets available
Additional notes on pricing
Both the main house and gite are collectively included within this price.
* Welcome Information Pack
* Bedding included
* Cot and other equipment available
Currencies Accepted
GBP, Euro
Contact Details for Booking Enquiries or Further Information
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