Self Catering Holiday Rental Cottage in Saintes

Two 18th Century self catering cottages set in beautiful natural surroundings, ideally located between the historic port of La Rochelle, the fantastic city of Bordeaux, the Royan sandy beaches and the rolling countryside of the Cognac vines. Le Moulin Chaillou offers you 3 quality waterside cottages that have been recently renovated to a very high standard. Two of the cottages are attached to the 14th Century watermill. The properties are full of character and although modern equipped, have retained many of their original features such as their original Charentaise stone walls and huge oak beams. The third cottage is a large and spacious modern 3 bedroom bungalow that comfortably accommodates up to 8 people.

Le Moulin Chaillou is perfect for an enjoyable and relaxing break from the norm. Take pleasure in the sounds of the river Seugne, go walking around the numerous islands and explore the area. The towns of Saintes is to the north and Cognac to the east, both about 15 miles away. There are many fine sandy beaches in Royan, Meschers and Palmyer, which also boasts an outstanding zoo renowned for being the best in France. La Rochelle is a fabulous 11th century port which is now the biggest yachting centre on France’s Atlantic coast. Within a an hours drive north are the offshore islands of Ile de Ré and Oleron, and to the south, the city of Bordeaux.
L'ecurie 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom, can sleep up to 6. Originally the old stable for the watermill, this cahrming cottage boasts many of the original features from the 17th century, including exposed oak beams and brushed Charentaise stone walls. The building has private access running alongside the riverside. The living space is open plan, providing lounge and dining areas and a fully-equipped kitchen with dishwasher and washing machine. There is also a double bedroom and shower room. The upstairs, via the spiral staircase takes you onto a landing and one further bedroom with similar outstanding views of the river Seugne, the watermill and the medieval dungeon of Pons.