La Vieille Gorce - La Charente (large double)

La Charente is a spacious and charming room overlooking the stunning heated pool and countryside beyond. Exposed stone walls and oak beams add that authentic French style; tea and coffee making facilities provide refreshment after a long day travelling. The large and luxurious private bathroom has everything a weary traveller needs: a full size bath, separate shower and complimentary toiletries. Pool towels are also provided so you can relax and unwind by the pool. La Vieille Gorce is ideal for solo travellers, couples or friends travelling together. If you are travelling by car, motor bike or bicycle we can accommodate your needs. Situated in the beautiful Vienne countryside, yet only 5 minutes to all local amenities (fresh bread, milk, shops, bars and restaurants). Directly outside the farmhouse are walks and cycle paths past fields of sunflowers and neighbouring chateaux, charming villages, rivers and woods. There is a shared TV room/snug especially for guests, a sunny terrace with a parasol where you can relax with a glass of wine and read a book, a lovely pool terrace where guests can soak up the sun and cool off in the pool. As hosts we can be on hand should you need help, we will do our best to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. La Vieille Gorce has been described by guests as an idyllic hideaway. We are located on the D4, only 5kms from Charroux in the direction of Chatain. Charroux is a lovely medieval town with 3 bars, a restaurant, bank, doctor, dentist, 2 boulangeries, and a small grocery store. We are accessible by car, motor bike and bicycle. Being only a few kms from the Chemin de Saint Jaques Compostelle, The Way of Charroux is a variant of the Voie de Vézelay. It follows the GR 48. It begins in the Vienne at Angles on the Anglin. It passes through Montmorillon, Isle Jourdain, Charroux and leaves the Vienne after Surin to go towards Angoulême in the Charente. The stages are described on the website of the department of Vienne. If you require an evening meal please let us know in advance and this can be prepared for an extra cost.