A peaceful retreat for families and friends, just 10 minutes from La Rochelle. Set in a charming village with local shops, a bakery, butcher, pharmacy and weekly market all within walking distance, this spacious character property combines the tranquillity of the countryside with easy access to the coast. The heart of the house is its magnificent 100 m² orangery – a bright and versatile space where everyone can gather to dine, relax and celebrate together throughout the year. The space Beautifully restored 200-year old cottage with large garden and outdoor dining space. L'entrée du Château offers flexible comfortable accommodation for up to 12 people. Guest access Disability access on ground floor including a downstairs bedroom. Completely independent cottage Self-check-in available 24x7. Although we cannot guarantee it, we always try to accommodate requests for early check-in and late departure where possible. Please let us know if you would like to benefit from either—or both—and we’ll do our best. Other things to note Bedlinen and towels: We are an eco-friendly hotel. Hand soap, kitchen essentials and toilet paper are provided. For stays of 7+ nights: Sheets and towels are provided for stays of one week or more. For shorter stays of less than 7 nights: Bedsheets and towels are not provided. Please, bring your own. Bed sizes are as follows: Master bedroom: 1 x Queen: 160x200 Bedroom 2: 1 x Double: 140 x 200 Bedroom 3: 1 x Large Single: 120 x 200 1 x Double futon: 140 x 200 Ground Floor bedroom: 1 x Sofa bed: 120 x 200 2 x Chauffeuses 60 x 200 Living room: 1 x Sofa bed: 120 x 200 Duvet sizes are as follows: 4 x Single: 140 x 200 3 x Double: 200 x 200 1 x Queen: 220 x 200 There are also additional warmer winter duvets and blankets if required. Should you wish to have bedlinen and towels, this can be provided at the additional cost of 10 € per individual guest, 15 € per couple. Please, let us know at least 24 hrs ahead of your arrival. Thank you for your understanding. Polite Notice - Respecting our neighbourhood: The property is situated in a quiet residential neighbourhood. Small, quiet gatherings in the orangery—such as children’s daytime birthday parties or family dinners—may be permitted subject to prior authorisation. Larger events and late-night celebrations are not permitted. All large gatherings must be agreed in advance with the host. Any additional guests beyond those included in the gîte reservation must be declared and will incur an additional fee. Guests are kindly requested to respect the tranquillity of the neighbourhood. Noise levels, including music, must be kept to an absolute minimum before 23:00, both indoors and outdoors. No music is allowed in the orangery after 23:00. Any non-compliance with these rules will be reported directly to Airbnb, and we reserve the right to apply a €500 penalty. Household waste and recycling: We regret to inform you that due to recent changes to taxation in relation to rubbish collections, from 1st May 2026, we are no longer able to keep and dispose of your recycling or general waste. Please, accept our most sincere apologies for this but we have been left with no choice by the local council. Further information about where and how to dispose of all household waste and recycling are included in your Welcome Pack a copy of which you will receive no later than 24 hrs before your arrival. Thank you for your understanding and co-operation. Polite notice: any household waste and recycling left on the premises will be subject to a 40€ charge per bag. Our Charlotte - the cat There is a cat on the premises, not inside the gîte but about the orangery.