House by the river, 400 m from the beach

Our house "Les Deux Figuiers" is ideally located in a quiet area, in the pretty village of Port d'Envaux, labeled with stones and water, the house offers a magnificent view of the Charente River, a river beach 400 m away. Comfortable and authentic, it is pleasantly decorated. A perfect family home for a relaxing holiday, swimming, taking great walks, visiting historical places, in a beautiful region between countryside and sea. The space "Les Deux Figuiers" is a pleasant family house ideal for having a good time, swimming, fishing, taking nice walks, resting, visiting historical places, and sharing regional gastronomy in a beautiful region between countryside and sea. The house is conveniently located in a quiet cul-de-sac, in the pretty village of Port d'Envaux labeled with stones and water, this charming house offers you a magnificent view of the Charente River and the countryside. The house faces directly along the towpath of the shipowners' houses in the very typical Charentais village of Port d'Envaux labeled "stone and water". This small path leads along the Charente 400 meters to a small river beach with supervised swimming, sand and games for children, boat and canoe rentals and a charming guinguette. It is no longer necessary to take your car to go swimming, no traffic jams or problems parking, but nearby a nice summer and family atmosphere. You will also find in the village 2 renowned restaurants as well as a pizzeria, a bakery and a supermarket. In summer, many events animate the village: fishing competition, fireworks on July 14, flea market, concerts... 400 meters from the village, a unique place known worldwide as the "lapidiales" unites stonemasons from all over the world and their works. They offer demonstrations and large courses in an open-air museum and nearby is the galaxy of raised stones inaugurated in 2023, 365 monumental sculptures will be gradually erected there by 2060. Nearby are the castles of Panloy and Crazanne, 9 km from the city of Saintes, with many Gallo-Roman remains, its markets, its museums... 30 minutes from the city of Cognac and its cellars, 40 minutes from the beaches of Royan, Marennes and its oysters, and the remarkable zoo of La Palmyre, one hour from the city of La Rochelle, its port, its aquarium, 120 km from Bordeaux and its vineyards... For cycling lovers, the Flow Vélo also passes through Port d'Envaux, this national bike route connects the Ile d'Aix in Charente-Maritime to Thiviers in Dordogne by crossing the Charente river. The house is pleasantly decorated with regional objects and Charentais furniture in a family home spirit. The house comprises: On the ground floor: an entrance, a large living-dining room with sofas, a large table, a beautiful stone fireplace, large TV, an equipped kitchen (stove, hood, dishwasher, microwave, dishes, cutlery, glasses etc.) with direct access to the garden and the terrace overlooking the Charente. A bedroom with a 130 cm bed. Toilets. Upstairs 2 other bedrooms: a large bedroom with a nice canopy bed 140 + a single bed 90, a second large bedroom with 2 beds 80 (suitable for 2 people or a couple), a shower room including sink, shower, toilet and bidet In a small outbuilding in the garden is the washing machine. We provide you with: a large barbecue, a garden table and chairs, sun loungers, a hammock, water toys. Good books, board games... Baby equipment: bed, highchair, baby bath. Guest access The whole house. Other things to note My grandparents bought this house in 1945. It is an authentic family home that we strive to update by designing it with its authenticity and regional character. The area is beautiful and the village is warm and active, the climate is perfect. We and our friends love staying in this house.