L'Hirondelle, 4 bedroom gite in Poitou-Charentes

Gites dans les Champs, a pretty 3 gite complex, offers spacious accommodation. The gites can be rented as a whole, suitable for groups up to 20, or individually. Ideally located for walking, cycling, kayaking and horse riding.  With a fenced swimming pool and sun terrace, set in three acres of private parkland.  A relaxing environment to spend time with family and friends. We are close to main routes for easy access to all local attractions but not far from the N10 for those en-route to Spain.. The space L'Hirondelle is on a complex of 3 pretty gites: This characterful gite, approached via a wide path from the car park, has a feeling of spaciousness as you enter through large French doors into an atrium which rises from a tiled floor with decorative frieze up to exposed original roof timbers and a galleried landing. The open plan lounge has an airy feel, along with a kitchen and dining area seating up to 8 people. The kitchen is fully equipped with fridge/freezer, washing machine, microwave and gas cooker. One of the twin bedrooms is on the ground floor, with French door leading on to the courtyard patio. Upstairs, two further bedrooms, one double and one twin-bedded, can be found at either side of a galleried landing which contains comfortable seating overlooking the atrium and open plan living area, as well as having views across the courtyard. The particularly spacious double bedroom boasts an impressive French king-sized bed with upholstered head and footboard, and matching furniture. The twin bedroom has dark oak furniture, typical of the region, with prettily co-ordinated furnishings. The bathroom also on the first floor, comprises walk-in shower, marble-topped vanity basin with lighted mirror and WC, fully tiled and with heated towel rail. The first floor is fully boarded with chestnut flooring, and all rooms have fitted electric heaters. An additional en-suite bedroom may be available with this gite, as are a cot, high chair and DVD player. Outside there is a garden with barbecue, table and chairs for al fresco meals, and a patio alongside the courtyard. Guest access Each gite has its own private garden and barbeque, but share access to the fenced pool and 3 acres of private parkland. There is off-road private parking. Other things to note The gites lend themselves well to large groups but can be hired individually. La Chouette has 4 bedrooms and sleeps 8. L'Hirondelle has 3 bedrooms, but also has access to a fourth ground floor double bedroom and wet room. Le Roitelet has 2 bedrooms and also has access to a ground floor double bedroom and wet room. All gites are large enough to accommodate travel cots in addition to beds already provided. The pool will be open, subject to weather conditions, June to September.