La Villa at Le Courty

Perignac, Charente-Maritime
Self-catering
+33 (0)5 46 96 23 93
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From
€107 - €279
per night
From
€750 - €1955
per week

Designed with style and comfort, peaceful, sophisticated and serene with countryside views. And you have your own lovely pool

Bed

1 bed

Bedroom

1 bedroom

Sleeps

Sleeps 2

€107 - €279 per night

€750 - €1955 per week

The Experience

On the top of a small hill near the village of Pérignac is a tiny hamlet and this, an old cognac farm. Its creamy cluster of beautiful buildings includes the owners’ home, a few barns and, on the other side of a courtyard, your one-storey retreat. Named ‘La Villa’ by Annette and Mark – it’s gorgeous! All is on one floor, open plan and spacious. The views are far-reaching over vineyards and fields. The light, airy living room is tasteful and unfussy with an Asian/French fusion decor: stone walls, terracotta floors, a seagrass sofa and armchair, and a wonderful antique Javanese carved interior wall. The air-conditioned bedroom has a teak four-poster, wrapped in crisp linen and draped with cream muslin, cool and serene. Bowl basins have been hand-carved from stone, the corner bath is a bubbling jacuzzi, and there are two showers – one being of the private, walled outdoor variety! Canoe on the Charente, visit the coast and the islands of Ré and Oléron, let the town of Cognac charm you. Then it’s back to a glass of wine in the hammock, a romantic supper in the teak pavilion, and a midnight splash in your own solar heated pool.

Essentials

  • EV charger
  • Self check-in
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub
  • Garden
  • Open fire / woodburner
  • Breakfast included
  • Breakfast available
  • Meals available
  • Vegetarian meals
  • Oven
  • Parking on premises
  • Free parking nearby
  • Accessible by public transport
  • WiFi
  • Television
  • Central heating
  • Limited mobility
  • Wheelchair access
  • Mobile reception
  • Hob
  • Barbecue
  • Paid parking nearby
  • Air conditioning
  • Relaxation areas
  • Washing machine
  • Tennis court
  • Microwave oven
  • No smoking
  • Credit cards
  • Working farm
  • Owner has pets
  • Electricity included
  • Dishwasher
  • Pets welcome

Family friendly

  • Baby monitor
  • Books and toys
  • Children welcome
  • Babies welcome
  • Stair gates
  • High chair
  • Fire guard
  • Cot available

Nearby

  • Pub/bar within 3 miles
  • Restaurant within 3 miles
  • Shop within 3 miles

Activities

  • Bikes available
  • Food courses
  • Kayaking
  • Other courses
  • Sailing
  • Surfing
  • Wild swimming

Pricing

Nightly price
from €107
Weekly price
from €750
Damage deposit
€200
1 House for 2
From €1071 bed1 bedroom

Information

Booking information

Check in
4pm
Check out
10am
Other details
Bed linen and bath & pool towels provided. Parking on-site.
Closed
18 December - 7 January.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.

Reviews

La Villa at Le Courty is simply holiday perfection. It’s secluded and quiet without being too far from civilisation when you need it. The villa itself is so comfortable and well appointed - you will want for nothing - and that pool, my goodness!! Plenty of little spots around the place to catch that beautiful, big sunset with a glass of wine. The owners Annette and Mark were also great - they were super welcoming and helpful when we needed advice, but left us to enjoy our holiday in peace otherwise. 10/10 will definitely stay again.

Gareth, Bishop Auckland

What a little slice of heaven! We stayed here for 5 nights and loved everything about this place. Mark and Annette were super friendly and helpful. The villa is built to a very high standard and is absolutely gorgeous (the wood carvings, the stone walls, the wood burning fireplace, the four poster bed, the outdoor area...all stunning). The views from the house are breathtaking. I loved walking each morning through the Cognac vineyards to the local village patisserie and practicing my French with the locals. Quintessential French location and close to many attractions. We loved it here.

Jennifer and Noah, NYC

We stayed for a week at Le Courty and had a wonderful break there. The Villa was spotless and very well equipped, the garden and pool is just as good as the photographs indicate and the surrounding area is peaceful and beautiful. Annette and Mark went the extra mile to welcome us but without being intrusive. We hope to return and have no hesitation in recommending this gite. Superb!

Sarah and Mark, BANBURY

A beautiful villa with the one of the best private pools we've ever had. It was a shame the weather was poor that so we only made limited use of it! Annette and Mark were perfect hosts - so friendly and helpful. The only improvement would be to have air conditioning in the bedroom as it was quite warm even during cool weather.

Alli, Saxmundham

Idyllic setting, totally luxurious in every way. The attention to detail such as the incredible lighting everywhere and top notch pool is second to none. Wonderful hosts who will do ANYTHING for you but are not obtrusive. Superb base for visiting both the coast and local area. We really could not fault the place which had everything you could possibly think of in the villa. Annette does a lovely welcome pack which is so personal and touching and she even gave me the recipe for her tapenade! Totally peaceful and relaxing without feeling isolated- it is only a short walk into the village.

frances, Suffolk

Idyllic. We wanted peace and quiet in a villa with quality facilities and this is exactly what we got. Surrounded by vine fields this is a quiet hamlet. A former pig sty (hard to believe) Mark & Annette have transformed the building and environs into a wonderful place to stay. Private garden and a wonderful salt water pool complete the facilities. The hosts are caring and guide you thoughtfully and with knowledge of the local area. We had a wonderful two week stay.

Beverly

We stayed at Le Courty for our honeymoon and it was perfect. Mark and Annette were amazing hosts, recommending excellent restaurants, places to visit and helping us to book things as we speak very little French. Le Courty has everything you could ever need and has been beautifully decorated. We could relax by our own private pool and enjoy views of the surrounding countryside in this peaceful hamlet, and it's good location meant it was a short drive to nearby villages and places of interest. Despite a few days of bad weather we had a great time and would love to visit again!

Kate

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Location

The neighbourhood

Local points of interest from Mark & Annette Gray

  • Our guests love dining in their very own wooden pavilion overlooking both the vineyard and the private pool. A summer salad, a glass of chilled wine, and freshly baked bread from our local bakery - it’s the perfect recipe for a romantic dinner for two!
  • The local ‘guinguettes’ (pop-up summer cafés) on the Charente riverbank tend not to be found in the usual guides. You’ll love spending lunchtimes or balmy summer evenings savouring the tastes and special vibes that abound at these simple summer eateries!
  • Dine at the popular little café in the village, or in the square by the towering C12th castle keep in nearby Pons. In Cognac, as well as the famous brandy houses, you’ll find a large selection of restaurants, including charming eateries on the riverbank.
  • Charming Talmont-sur-Gironde - 45 mins away. One of France’s official ‘most beautiful villages’, explore its car-free streets lined with hollyhocks, pastel-coloured homes, shops and cafés; and admire its C12 church perched on rocks overlooking the estuary.
  • Visit the beautiful Atlantic coast: La Rochelle, Fouras, or Royan and neighbouring beaches; or spend an unforgettable day on the beach at Ile d'Oléron sampling local oysters; or join the jet set on the sandy beaches and in the quaint villages of Ile de Ré.
  • You’ve heard of the Medoc on the left bank of the Gironde estuary, but have you also heard of the citadel town of Blaye on the right bank? Enjoy exploring the superb citadel yourself or take one of the paid tours, followed by lunch overlooking the estuary.