Situated in the quiet hamlet of Villeret, 5 minutes from the small town of Villefagnan and 10 minutes from the large town of Ruffec, La Maison Hibiscus is a former farm and more recently an artisan furniture builders. Set in a completely enclosed vehicle free courtyard, the barn conversion sits on one side with the old furniture workshop opposite now housing a large well equipped games, exercise and laundry room. There are also several bikes for adults and children free for the use of all guests. At the top end of the courtyard is a large landscaped garden walled on 3 sides with seating and grassed areas and a new in ground 10 x 5 metre pool with large sun terrace and covered patio.
The owners live in the main house at the bottom end of the courtyard beside the large double gates. Each gite is fully equipped and has it's own screened and furnished patio with barbecue and parasol. All bed linen, towels, tea towels and baby furniture and equipment is provided in the rental charge.
Car parking is in our large car park outside making it extra safe for children to run around inside. We also have a small seperate garden with shaded seating area looking out over the fields of sunflowers and maize where you can enjoy a quieter moment.
The location is ideal for visits to all the sites of the region, 1.5 hours from the beaches of the Atlantic and Gironde Estuary, 1 hour from Poitiers and Futuroscope theme park, 30 minutes from Cognac and 40 minutes from Angouleme.
We are situated in the centre of the gently rolling agricultural region of the Charente Department. Surrounded by fields of sunflowers, maize and vines, the area is renowned for the production of Cognac and the local speciality drink, Pineau de Charente. On the edge of this tranquil hamlet we can offer peace and seclusion yet with easy access to local shops and facilities, miles of quiet roads and lanes to cycle and explore and numerous pretty villages to enjoy.
Because of it's location in the centre of the region, it is ideally located for days out to the beach, a tour of the production facilities of the famous Cognac houses, city tours and shopping in Angouleme or Poitiers, shopping for the famous Limoges china in the many outlets that surround that city or a day or two at the Futuroscope theme park which is a treat to be enjoyed by adults and children alike. In between the sightseeing, you can relax in the pool or garden, have some fun in the games room or have a gentle bike ride.
To secure a boooking we require 25% deposit and your reservation will be confirmed on receipt of the deposit and a signed booking form. A receipt will be sent to you by return with confirmation of the booking. The booking deposit is non-refundable and we recommend you obtain holiday insurance, with a cancellation clause, at the time of making your booking. The balance of the accommodation price plus a damages deposit of £250 will be shown on the deposit receipt and is payable 8 weeks before the start of the rental period. If the booking is made 8 weeks or less before the start of the rental period, full payment and the damages deposit are due at the time of booking. If you cancel your booking at any time we will attempt to re-let the property. If we are successful we will return the balance of the accommodation price and damages deposit, less any costs. The damages deposit (see paragraph 2) is required in case of damage to the property, its contents or anything we provide for your use during your stay including bicycles, toys, games and exercise equipment. We also reserve the right to deduct charges from this deposit for excess cleaning such as the removal of stains from carpets or furnishings. We will account for any charges made and your deposit will be returned less any deductions for damage or extra cleaning charges within 14 days of the end of your holiday.