Gîte La Grange is a stunning architect-designed, light and airy loft-style barn conversion in Valence-en-Poitou, set in mature, pretty gardens with a large, heated saltwater swimming pool. The second bedroom is a twin with a bath and over-bath shower. The living space is on the second floor which consists of a large and stunning open-plan space with living, dining and kitchen areas, exposed stone
walls and the original A-frame beams. The kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher, washing machine, cooker/oven, fridge, and freezer. Adjacent to this is a farmhouse table and chairs and a comfortable and spacious seating area. The gîte has excellent wifi, a television with French terrestrial TV and UK Freesat. Outside, guests benefit from the large garden and a saltwater swimming pool which is for exclusive use of guests in the gîte. The pool is open from mid May to late September and heated from June to mid September. As the sun goes down on a long day’s sightseeing, unwind with a glass of something chilled on the terrace at Gîte La Grange and take in the peace and quiet of Le Petit Cormy. The area is fantastic for cycling and walking, being very flat and quiet. It is also a haven for wildlife. The pretty, and historic village of Couhé is a short drive away with boulangerie, supermarket, and other amenities including regular markets, and a brocante. Other local popular attractions include; La Vallee des Singes (Valley of the Apes), in Romagne; canoeing/kayaking along the Charente at Ruffec; Futuroscope, a spectacular theme park, around a 40-minute drive away. You can go horse and donkey riding locally, and there are some beautiful towns and villages to explore, including Nanteuil-en-Vallée , Verteuil-sur-Charente, Montmorillon and Melle. There are also daily markets in the surrounding towns and villages and brocantes to explore. The beautiful French coast at La Rochelle is just over 90 minutes away.
