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Quiet, Characterful Cottage in Countryside

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Hair dryer, towels, soap, toilet paper
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
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  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
Rioux, Charente Maritime
  • Popular LocationAbbaye aux Dames20 min drive
  • Popular LocationRoyan Beach27 min drive
  • Popular LocationSaint-Georges-de-Didonne Beach29 min drive
  • AirportRoyan (RYN-Medis)32 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Quiet, Characterful Cottage in Countryside

If you’re looking for a holiday away from it all, this is the perfect place! Our cottage “Pandora’s” is situated at the end of a short Allée, edged with flowers, hollyhocks, roses, and lavender, etc. There’s a sun soaked patio, countryside walks, and chickens providing fresh eggs for your breakfast. With thick stone walls, the property is cool in summer, cozy in winter. The cottage has a large lounge, separate dining room, and a well stocked kitchen. Upstairs are two double bedrooms, plus a mezzanine with single bed, and a newly fitted bathroom. We live in a converted barn opposite with our three cats and two parrots, so are on hand if you have any queries. Our African Grey Parrot likes to sit outside in her cage in the summer and talk to our guests! Our chickens are very friendly, a great hit with children-one even lays green eggs! We are in the process of making a special enclosed chicken garden for them, filled with chicken friendly plants. The terrace is a real sun trap and has a gas BBQ. If you find the terrace too hot, you are welcome to cross the road and relax under the shade of the trees. If you’re feeling energetic, there are bikes for your use, to cycle to a nearby village for croissants etc and to explore the beautiful countryside. The coast is just a short drive away with sandy beaches, and rocky coves, or visit the picturesque villages of Talmont, or Meschers. The larger towns of Royan with it’s colourful marina and weekly market, and historic Saintes are an easy drive away. Please do feel free to contact us if you have any questions about the property, location etc.

Property manager

Mel & Roy Dickson

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Books
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Decking or patio
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Bicycles on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: PLEASE NOTE-upstairs windows aren’t child safe!

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Rioux

Located in Rioux, this cottage is in a rural area. Abbaye aux Dames and Arch of Germanicus are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Grottes de Regulus et des Fontaines and Plage des Nonnes.

What's nearby

  • Abbaye aux Dames - 20 min drive
  • Grottes de Regulus et des Fontaines - 26 min drive
  • Royan Beach - 27 min drive
  • Saint-Georges-de-Didonne Beach - 29 min drive
  • Pontaillac Beach - 37 min drive

Getting around

  • Pons Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪La Table de Meursac - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Le Saint Hubert - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet, Characterful Cottage in Countryside pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quiet, Characterful Cottage in Countryside?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet, Characterful Cottage in Countryside?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quiet, Characterful Cottage in Countryside located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 12 miles (20 km) of Saint-Eutrope Church, Saintes Amphitheatre and Saintes Cathedral. Musee d'Archeologie and Abbaye aux Dames are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Victoria D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pandora's Cottage
A lovely cottage in the countryside with charming and knowledgeable hosts. Tranquil, immaculate, with well-equipped kitchen and comfortable beds. Deeply rural but close to nearby markets, bakeries and boucheries. A tour of the surrounding 12th-century churches is a must.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colette L., Glasgow Scotland

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful authentic French cottage
This cottage is superb! Mel and Roy are wonderful hosts. Everything and more you need is at hand they have thought of everything. The cottage is immaculate and the outside space is a suntrap. We arrived as strangers and left as friends. We recommend Pandora Cottage its a must if you are in the area. We really didn't want to leave and hope to return again. Colette and Steve
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Olivia N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Séjour pour Noël
Gîte très convivial et chaleureux ,joliment décoré et assez spacieux. Mélanie et Roy sont des hôtes super gentils, ils ont eu plein de délicates attentions à notre arrivée. Ils sont là si besoin. Je recommande le lieu.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Super semaine
Mon fils et moi même avons passé une très bonne semaine. Le gîte est au calme et très bien équipé. Les propriétaires ont des tas de délicates attentions à notre égard dès notre arrivée. Ils sont très gentils et accueillants. Et pour les activités, elles sont riches et nombreuses pas très très loin. C'était très bien.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sébastien R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Une superbe semaine !!!
Le logement est très mignon et surtout il fait frais ! Il y a tous ce qu'il faut a l'intérieur comme a l'extérieur. C'est confortable et très pratique. La maison a 20 30 minute des plages, de Saintes et Royan. Il y a énormément de chose a faire. C'est très calme, Mel et Roy sont des gens incroyablement gentils, chaleureux, discret et vraiment très sympathique, c'était un réel plaisir de les rencontrer et de pouvoir discuter avec eux. Nous étions avec notre fille de 5 ans, elle était aux anges de pouvoir voir les poules et autres animaux. C'était difficile de partir car, on était vraiment bien !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Céline B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beau cottage !
Très beau cottage , bien équipé et très propre. Mel et Roy sont très sympathiques , serviables et toujours soucieux du bien-être des hôtes.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charmant cottage à la campagne
Très bon accueil, maison charmante et propre à l'arrivée. Nous avons passé un très bon séjour. Seul petit bémol: la télévision ne fonctionnait pas correctement. Mais nous n'avons signalé le problème qu'à notre départ Fenêtres à l'étage potentiellement dangereuses pour de jeunes enfants. A sécuriser si possible.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Véronique V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home sweet home !
Excellent quiet stay, we are at home among the birds and Mélanie's beautiful garden. Mel and Ray are adorable with lots of intentions that make life sweet. I extended my stay twice!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

bernadette et jean-pierre M.

Liked: Cleanliness
très bien,
cottage de charme, environnement calme et au cœur de la campagne
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

MICKAEL V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Un grand merci à Mel et Roy pour leur disponibilité, leur gentillesse, leurs nombreuses attentions en tant qu'hôtes Je recommande vivement cette location ou tout est fait pour le confort des vacanciers : lits faits, linge de toilette à l'arrivée... Maison très fonctionnelle
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022