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Self-catering gîtes in Charente
La Ferme de
l'Église is a stunning 17th century Charentaise farmhouse
nestled within the heart of the village of Vanzay in the beautiful
countryside about 45km to the south of Poitiers and to the east of
La Rochelle. |
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Even
though we are in the middle of the village, La Ferme de l’Église
is in a secluded, private location, with large spacious gardens.
Barn owls and other rare creatures abound in the neighbouring
church belfry and barns on site.
It’s peaceful and
Poitou-Charente is one of the sunniest regions in France.
Easy access throughout the region, being only 10 minutes drive
from N10 |
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While you are staying with us why not hire a French classic to tour in? Choose between a Citroën DSuper 5 and DS 23ie, which are available for hire in conjunction with our gîte rental. |
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Top middle
The private house, La Petite Maison and La Grange.
Above
The private house and La Petite Maison.
Above right
View of the rear of the property and L'Église de Saint Jacques.
Bottom
Modern and classic cars, and the Citroën DSuper 5, parked in
the courtyard. |
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Rigor Tabbert
Director, Ascari Cars |
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The property
Situated next to a beautiful 12th century church in the centre of the village, its private driveway and walled courtyard offer you a hidden retreat from the world, an oasis of tranquility. And with a generous walled private garden, space and peace are guaranteed.
Restored over 3 years by skilled local craftsmen, La Ferme de l’Église and our two self-catering gîtes La Petite Maison and La Grange combine timeless original features with the luxuries of modern living. La Petite Maison is attached to the main house. A heated swimming pool beckons our guests for a dip or a pool-side drink.
The area
Not only is the Charente area rich in history with many sites to see, there are also a number of events that take place throughout the summer for those interested in historic cars. The owners are classic car enthusiasts who welcome the opportunity to share their passion with like-minded classic owners and consequently provide accompanied drive outs in the beautiful surrounding countryside.
Motoring
For those guests who are motorcyclists, who simply want to experience the wonderful, traffic-free French roads of the area, accompanied ride outs are also provided. With the Val de Vienne national race circuit nearby, track days can be organised or simply have a day at the races. Le Mans is within 2 1/2 hours ride, and so international race events such as MotoGP are easily accessible.
Parking
Secure, covered parking adjacent to the gîtes ensures that your cherished vehicle is nearby and safe!
Smoking
Although you may smoke in the gardens and exterior parts of the property generally, the gîtes themselves are non-smoking areas.
Pets
In the interests of preserving the fixtures and fittings of the gîtes, and in the general interests of tidiness of the property, we are sorry to say that we cannot accept pets at the property. |
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Following
annual visits to the Angoulême historic racing event, the Circuit
des Remparts, Abi and John moved to nearby Vanzay in the summer of
2007 from north Buckinghamshire to enjoy the peaceful way of life
in rural France.
The gîte business has given them the opportunity
to share the experience with their guests and the excuse to visit
the wealth of cultural and historical attractions across the southwest
of France to provide an unforgettable holiday experience to visitors. |
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The
village of Vanzay is situated in the Deux Sevres, close to the
borders of the Vienne and the Charente. It is 6 km from Chaunay
(N10) and approximately 50 kms from Poitiers. |
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How to get
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Address
La Ferme de l’Église
11 rue de l’église
79120 Vanzay
France |
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GPS |
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N 46 13
55 E 0 06 27 |
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Air |
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Ryanair
Birmingham to Poitiers
Stanstead to Poitiers and Limoges
East Midlands to Limoges |
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Easyjet
Luton to Bordeaux
Gatwick to La Rochelle |
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Ferry |
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Dover
to Boulogne |
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Dover
to Calais |
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Portsmouth
to St Malo |
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Eurotunnel |
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Folkstone
to Calais |
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Road |
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From
Calais 6 hours
A16–A28–A13–A28–A10–N10
From St Malo 4 hours
N137–A83–A10–N10 |
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