Description
Set in a unique estate in the Charente Maritime, with a backdrop of ancient stone walls, this 17th century villa with private pool is set in twelve acres of beautiful parkland.
Formerly the groom’s stables, Etables Serbise has been converted into a holiday home. The estate, including vast areas of stunning parkland, includes an impressive Chateau Serbise and homely Domaine Serbise, all three historical homes can be rented together for large groups and celebrations or booked separately for an ideal family holiday.
At Etables Serbise, country-style accommodation lets your family come together; cook a beautiful meal, open a bottle of local wine and toast your good fortune! There are six bedrooms, including two in a Rapunzel-like tower plus an inviting living room and a kitchen-diner, all furnished with simplicity and comfort. There are many characterful features such as stone walls and wood beamed ceilings as well as a swimming pool surrounded by a shaded terrace and space for children to play.
Whilst the charming home is full of history, you will find all the modern conveniences you would expect such as a well-equipped kitchen including a dishwasher, Wi-Fi and satellite TV. The villa features a lovely terrace, barbecue and al-fresco eating area in addition to the private swimming pool, not forgetting the estate’s spacious gardens and parkland for you to explore.
Within 6km can find yourself in medieval Pons with restaurants, small shops and historical sights. Activities in the area include golf, horse-riding and canoeing. Beach-lovers only have to travel just over half an hour to the coast – there are long stretches of sandy beaches from St Georges de Didonne to St Palais sur Mer. Wine aficionados needn’t travel far either with dozens of wineries and Cognac nearby. This region has a particularly mild climate all year round and it can be one of the sunniest parts of France during from late Spring to Autumn.
Etables Serbise and the surrounding estate offer a base full of character in a glorious historical setting, ideal for a holiday with family or friends wanting to explore this sunny and delightful area. /n Security deposit /n €600 for the etables paid on arrival to the owner and refunded after departure subject to inspection. /n Arrival time /n 5.00 p.m. /n Departure time /n 10.00 a.m. /n Energy costs included? /n Extra €50 for electricity, payable locally. /n > If not included, what are they? /n Central Heating Fuel at Cost /n Linen & towels included? /n Yes, linen and bath towels are changed once a week. /n Pets welcome? /n Not allowed. /n Other Ts and Cs /n Up to 4 children are permitted on top of the maximum capacity for an additional charge of €100/week/child. /n Other Ts and Cs /n Please note that the owners live on site, and are always available to help with any queries but otherwise keep to themselves and do not share the pool or other facilities. /n Other Ts and Cs /n Please note that only the chef from the property can be used for private chef services. /n Changeover day /n Saturday. All other changeover days on request. /n End of stay cleaning included? /n No. €350 for the Etables, payable locally. Guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. /n Smoking Allowed? /n No smoking (including electronic cigarettes) allowed inside, nor in the park. Smoking is only allowed in the designated area outside. Guests must use the sand ashtray provided. /n Insurance /n Guests are required to be in possession of a valid insurance policy, which covers them for cancellations, loss of personal belongings, personal liability and any accidental damage caused during their stay. /n Minimum stay /n 7 nights. All other duraitons on request. /n Heating costs included? /n Extra €75 for heating (on request), payable locally. /n Tax /n French Visitors Tax payable locally (typically costs €1-€10 per adult per night - please enquire if exact amount is required). /n Pool towels included? /n No.
