Charming B&B in a secluded setting in north Charente, the land of Cognac

Chez Baiges

16230 Saint Angeau

Nearest town: Angouleme

Chez Baiges is situated in a quiet secluded setting and has a 10 x 5 metre heated swimming pool set in 2 acre gardens. We are on the edge of the Braconne forest - an area of wooded hills and valleys that is ideal for walking and cycling.

Our buildings are arranged around a large and secluded courtyard and include 3 houses, several barns and the winery (or "chai"). The courtyard is a real suntrap and gives access to the south facing gardens, pool area and orchard.

Bed and Breakfast rooms are double or twin. Each has en-suite facilities with thermostatically controlled shower, hand-basin and WC. Two rooms have oil-fired central heating. The third has electric heating if early or late season evenings turn a bit chilly.

The rental price includes continental breakfast for 1 or 2 people. Bed-linen and bath and hand towels are provided but please bring your own beach/sunbathing towels.

4 course table d'hotes dinners available for 22 euros per person including wine.

Low cost flights are available from various parts of the UK to Poitiers and Limoges airports - both about an hours drive. New for 2008 - Fly to Angouleme (20 minutes from Chez Baiges) with Ryanair.

Attractions

Chez Baiges is located in the Poitou Charente region. Its mild climate - 2,250 hours of sunshine per year - makes it ideal for just relaxing by the pool but there is also lots to do if you can tear yourself away.

In the immediate area:

* Forêt de la Braconne - Right on our doorstep. Walking and cycling on miles of farm and forest trails. Wildlife in abundance - Wild boar, deer, red squirrels, buzzards, golden orioles, hoopoo etc.
* Swimming, canoeing or fishing on the river Charente.
* A choice of bars and restaurants serving everything from classical French cuisine to British bar meals.
* Romanesque churches in virtually every village.
* Gardens open to the public including the fuchsia garden at Mansle and the mediaeval monastic garden at Tusson.
* La Rochefoucauld chateau - Open to the public but privately owned by a family whose ancestral tree includes Henry VIII, Mary Queen of Scots and several other British monarchs.

Angoulême is known as the "City of Festivals" - There are both major international and more local events throughout the region during most months of the year. The diversity is enormous with everything from vintage car races to world music and dance. There is bound to be something to suit whatever your tastes. Check our web site for details.

Cognac - The most celebrated "eau de vie" in the world. Visit the distilleries and enjoy a tasting or two!

Price

Open all year
B&B 50 to 60€ per room per night.

Contact details

Brian & Erica

Click e-mail to contact owner;

Tel. 0033 (0)606 726786

English Francais

Please mention OurInns.org when enquiring or booking

Booking

Please contact us to confirm availability. We require a 20% deposit when booking with the balance payable 8 weeks before arrival.

Payment is accepted in euros by bank transfer, cheque drawn on a French bank or credit card via the on-line PayPal system

Directions

We are 20 minutes to the North of Angouleme and 45 minutes east of Cognac. Please see the maps on our web site.

Facilities

Maximum occupants: 6

Booking confirmation: Within 24 hours

Breakfast - continental
CD player
Changeover day: Flexible
Cot available - free
Evening meals
Fridge
Hair dryer
Internet - Computer available
Internet - Wireless LAN
Linen provided
Location: in the country
Parking - free
Cheques accepted
Credit cards accepted
Pool - heated
Pool - outdoor
Property type - Bed and Breakfast
Sports - Bike rental
Tea/Coffee making facility
TV - local
TV - satellite

Chez Baiges

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