Les Glycines Gites

Named after the Wisteria that grows along the front of this very spacious 4 bedroom house, Les Glycines comfortably sleeps 8 comfortably, plus cots as needed, making Les Glycines an excellent and economical choice for larger families or for 2 families going on holiday together .

The Kitchen / Diner is fully equipped with electric cooker (with gas hob), dishwasher, fridge / freezer, microwave, washing machine, electric coffee maker, toaster and kettle; there is a wide range of pans, cookware, glassware and crockery.

Entrance hall with stairs to 2 bedrooms, lounge (34m²), with large windows, beams, wood burner, TV (freesat), CD / DVD player, and a selection of books and games. An information pack contains many suggestions for 'Days Out' and detailed maps of local amenities: Stairs to 2 bedrooms. UPSTAIRS 1 bedroom with double wood paneling (190x140 bed) with oak beams, view over the forest.Second bedroom with bunk bed, overlooking the rear wild flower room, shower room with WC, sink, heated towel rail and shaver, from the salon staircase 1 double room , 1 double room (190x140 bed) with oak floorboards and wood paneling ceiling and beams, both bedrooms have views over the woods. shower room with WC, washbasin, heated towel rail, shaving connection. On the other side of the chemine there are 2 large private dining and seating areas with tables, chairs and BBQs. One is sitting in a sunny spot - the other under the cool shadow of the Walnut tree.

The large communal pool (9m x 4.6 mx 4.6 m and 1.2 m deep) is located in a wonderfully sheltered sun trap and is surrounded by a spacious sun terrace and is well closed. Sunbeds, chairs and umbrellas are available to relax and sunbathe after a refreshing dive, as well as a children's pool for young children.

The quiet area is surrounded by wooded views. There are many beautiful walks here, and the really quiet lanes are excellent for cycling, we have 3 adult bikes available, you can also bring your own bikes or rent locally, in our large well equipped playing field you can enjoy - Football , table tennis and badminton. A Boules course is adjacent to the pool area, there are a selection of outdoor games and there is a croquet lawn next to the Potager garden. There is an abundance of local wildlife including, buzzards, woodpeckers, red squirrels, lizards and masses of butterflies and Ladybirds attracted by our Wildflower area (with its maze paths).

Our French chickens are also fun to look at and produce beautiful yellow-yellowed eggs - children like to help with feeding. Organic vegetables are available (for a small fee) from our attractive 3-tiered Potager. lots of safe space for guests to be active and relax.There is free on site WiFi for all Gites, and each Gite has a good selection of Books and Games. All Kitchens are fully equipped and we have cots, mattresses for children's beds, children's plates and cutlery, high chairs, a baby bath, a rug for families with young children.

There is an extensive range of information in each Gite of tourist attractions, local restaurants, shops and walks. We have created two comprehensive map guides with details of more than 40 things to do / see in a 25-minute radius around Les Glycines and more than 100 things to do for days from a little further away. detailed hiking maps and Michelin guides are also available. a Welcome Pack is included in every Gite on arrival - it includes a number of milk, cheese, bread, wine, wine, Barbecue Coals and some of our own delicious eggs. We supply bedding, but ask guests to bring their own large bath towels. In the months of July and August there is a daily delivery of delicious artisan freshly baked Baguettes, Croissants, Pain au Chocolat and the Gites are preceded by a small chemin (land strip) that is rarely used except the daily La Poste.

There are a number of local restaurants that offer a range of styles of cuisine and prices for all. We are happy to advise and book you, but also the local supermarkets and Produce Markets - many of which are! This area is known for its Goats Cheese, Apple Juice, Mussels, Chalons Poultry, Parthenais Beef, Eels and of course Charentais Melons.