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Description of Surrounding Area

Moncontour houses an 11th century Donjon; pleasure lake with watersports; and numerous forest and riverside walks - in fact the area is surrounded by nature including Sunflowers and melon fields. Moncontour contains all the necessary amenities for a relaxing holiday and they are all within easy walking distance of Le Grand Saule chambre d'hote.
The area is steeped in Roman art and architecture and chateaux. Roman sites: Sanxay, Naintre and Gens all within an hours drive. Route des Roi Anglais (Route of the English Kings) meanders from the coast to the Loire Valley. Poitiers Futuroscope theme park is just over forty minutes drive.
Within five minutes drive: St Jouin des Marnes - a beautiful Romanesque church the site dates back to c300 AD. Chateau Oiron houses both contemporary and historical objects of art.
Further afield: Poitiers and Richlieu; Saumur, Chinon and Tours at the Loire Valley. The Valley des Singes (Ape Valley); Le Geants du Ciel (Giants of the sky birds of prey park) at Chauvigny; L'ille aux serpents (snake island); Montmorillion - ancient town of writing; and Troglodyte caves at Rochemenier and Doue la Fontaine zoo.
The region is said to be the second sunniest area in France.

Description of Accommodations

Le Grand Saule is on the edge of the pretty, historical village of Moncontour, on the border of Vienne and Deux Sevres. It is a large and rambling house of history and character that contains an 11th century doorway. The house itself nestles in the shadow of Moncontours 11th century Donjon which has seen many historical battles.
Take breakfast or relax on the sunfilled and sheltered patio, or at the rear of the garden, which backs onto the River Dive.
The large lounge / dining area is warm and inviting and looks out onto the garden and patio.
The garden and parking area are secure and private.

Description of Rooms/Suites

Le Grand Saule has family and double bedrooms which are spacious and provide both character and comfort and overlook the very beautiful and sunny garden. All are ensuite and have satellite TV and tea and coffee making facilities.

Amenities

The village of Moncontour has all ameneties including bank, hairdressers, restaurant, bar, church, doctors, dentist, boulangerie and supermarket. The town houses an 11th century Donjon which can be visited; a pleasure lake with water sports; and numerous forest and riverside walks which offer a great variety of wild life. The area also offers fishing, walking, cycling, horse riding, golf and go - karting.

Services Offered

Satellite TV and tea and coffee making facilities.
Laundry
Pick up / drop off from Poitiers airport

Rates & Availability

Double room per night from 30 euros includes
continental breakfast of fruit juice, fruit, yoghurt, croissant, bread or toast and cereals followed by coffee or tea.

Other Information

Single occupancy negotiable.
We are happy to accommodate children and well behaved pets.
Time of departure / arrival:
Guests are requested to leave the room by 12 am
Rooms will be available from 3 pm

Directions

Ports: Le Havre, Dieppe, Caen - approximately 4 - 5 hours
Take the route to Le Mans, Tours, Chinon, Loudun, Moncontour.

Airports: Poiters - 45 minutes
Tours, La Rochelle, Limoges - 1.5 hours
Bordeaux, Nantes, Angers - 2 hours

Train: Paris to Poitiers - 1.5 hours

Discounts Offered

Room rates discount on three or more nights

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Listing Address

Listing Name & Address
ROMANTIC AND TRANQUIL SETTING
Le Grand Saule Chambre d'hote/Bed and Breakfast Accommodation
10 Rue des Eterrasses
Moncontour
near Poitiers, France 86330
France

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