Great house with real character, quiet and out in the sticks, but only 5 minutes from a supermarket and 25 minutes from a beach.
Really nice garden with shade and sun and lots of seating.
Everything we could need in the kitchen.
What's not to like about this place
No word from owner on getting keys in days leading up to arrival despite him saying he would contact us, so we assumed he'd be there to meet us. Not so; he wasn't there.
Eventually found keys and gained access.
House is pleasant but feels unloved; several lights broken; landline ("for emergencies") was disconnected and hand set broken; don't know if heating system (supposed to cut in below 20 degrees) actually works,
There's loads of possible local cycling (boulangeries, fromagerie, honey seller, Abbaye at Sablonceaux) but we were only able to do that having brought our own pump for the tyres. We found puncture repair kit and tyres leavers but no pump.
Notwithstanding the above we enjoyed our 8 days there - just felt it was let down by the above and especially no word from the owner on finding the keys.
The owner was very helpful and gave clear instructions about checking in. The owner kindly left us a bottle of wine and there were instructions about the the house which was also helpful. The house is lovely, three large bedrooms with a beautiful garden. Although it was April we had some great sunshine and were able to eat outside. The house is very comfortable and there is a bathroom downstairs as well as upstairs which was very useful with our young boys. We had a great holiday and will return. Thank you Andy.
As quiet and peaceful as we remembered the cottage. Very handy location if you need a more active environment. Yes you can hear a cuckoo in the forest!
Sehr schöner Aufenthalt. GenĂŒgend Auslauf im Garten fĂŒr unsere Hunde. Sehr schöne HundestrĂ€nde in 30 min mit dem Auto zu erreichen. Sehr guter Ausgangspunkt um die Gegend zu erkunden.
Wir hatten das VergnĂŒgen, unseren Urlaub in dem Ferienhaus zu verbringen. Das Haus war einfach schön und bot alles, was wir fĂŒr einen guten Aufenthalt brauchten. Die Lage war gut. Das Ferienhaus befand sich inmitten der atemberaubenden Landschaft Frankreichs und bot einen schönen Blick auf die umliegenden Weinfelder. Es war so friedlich und ruhig, dass wir uns sofort entspannen konnten.
Das Haus war stilvoll eingerichtet und mit allem ausgestattet, was wir brauchten. Die KĂŒche war gut ausgestattet, so dass wir problemlos unsere eigenen Mahlzeiten zubereiten konnten. Die Schlafzimmer waren gemĂŒtlich.
Es gab eine gerĂ€umige Terrasse, auf der wir unsere Mahlzeiten im Freien genieĂen konnten, und einen schönen Garten, in dem wir uns sonnen und entspannen konnten.
Der Gastgeber war auch sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit.
Alles in allem war unser Aufenthalt in diesem Ferienhaus sehr angenehm. Wenn Sie nach einem idyllischen RĂŒckzugsort in Frankreich suchen, dann ist dieses Ferienhaus eine gute Wahl!
Wir konnten bereits zum zweiten Mal diese Unterkunft genieĂen. Das Haus wurde zur neuen Saison renoviert mit neuen TĂŒren, Fenstern und einem Dach. Der Garten ist ein toller Platz um zu entspannen. Unsere Tochter hatte SpaĂ daran die Fische im Teich zu fĂŒttern. Das Haus ist ein guter Ausgangsort um zahlreiche SehenswĂŒrdigkeit wie das Aquarium in La Rochelle, Zoo La Palmyre, nahe liegende Inseln und die zahlreichen StrĂ€nde mit zu erkunden.
Wir können diese Unterkunft weiterempfehlen. Das Dorf liegt etwas abseits, deswegen ist man hier auf jeden Fall auf ein Auto angewiesen.
The kitchen was so dirty that it took my wife 4 hours to clean it. The living room was dark as one door was nailed shut. The Wohle house gives a run down unkempt impression. The driveway is very difficult for a larger car. We left the house after 2 days and looked for an alternative accommodation.All in all, the holiday Home is not to be recommended.
Wunderbare Erholung auf dem Land mit schönen Ausflugsmöglichkeiten
Wir haben als Familie eine sehr angenehme Woche verbracht: in Haus und GĂ€rten fĂŒhlt man sich sofort zu Hause, das Kochen in der sehr gut ausgestatteten KĂŒche hat uns richtig Freude bereitet.
Wir waren begeistert von den zahlreichen kulturellen und kulinarischen Ausflugsmöglichkeiten und der NÀhe zu tollen StrÀnden (30 Minuten).
Richtig schöne Ferien!
Situated on the edge of a vineyard, the garden was large and private. Our 2 German shepherds loved running around the garden. Andy had secured the perimeter for us by installing a temporary fence. The house was as described and was exactly what we expected.
15 to 20 min drive to some lovely secluded beaches and close to supermarket in Saujon for everyday shopping.
We cooked every night and found the kitchen was really well appointed. I didnt find that it was missing any equipment I required. The fridge and freezer were large and the oven was easy to use and very efficient.
The booking process was made easy by Andy who telephoned me at home and we discussed all of the arrangements in that manner.
Really happy with our stay and would book again.
De woning is schitterend en normaal gezien rustig gelegen maar wij hadden pech dat de buren net startten met de totaalrenovatie van de woning, met de nodige lawaaihinder. Het interieur is in oorspronkelijke stijl, in de keuken ontbreekt een standaard koffiezetapparaat, de waterkoker was stuk (geeft kortsluiting) en bij aankomst zat het vriesvak halfvol en was het besmeurd met een groene brij. Voor het overige is het een ideaal startpunt om de vele bezienswaardigheden te bezoeken of om naar zee te gaan.
This is the main feature of this house which if weather permits will allow you to have everyday your three meals and your Happy Hour outside under the huge umbrella looking at a perfect colorful garden with the right mix of trees, bushes and flowers. Hear the birds singing, smell the various fragrances in the air and capture what nature has to offer.
Inside it is very spacious but do not bring any elderly people with you for all bedrooms are upstairs and access is steep.
The owner is very, very nice and helpful.
Our group of four "oldies" were attracted to the Poitu-Charente region by its reputation for a warm climate and because it was not too hilly.
The gite "Woodsmoke" was delightful and well-appointed. The garden with its shrubs and trees was perfect for sitting in the evening sunshine and enjoying the peace and quiet of Vouillac le Haute. It is within easy reach of a boulangerie selling excellent bread. Further afield but within easy reach by car are some interesting and attractive towns. Royan with its market and sea front restaurants was especially attractive
. We all felt we had made an excellent choice of region and gite.
My name is Andy I am a British national. Grew up in south west England. English language teacher living and working in Nantes since 1998. Currently the French women's national cricket coach ;) (yes there is such a thing!). 'Woodsmoke' has been in the family since 2004.
I believe this property position is 'pure paradise'. The view from the back garden is just breathtaking. Sitting out in the evenings as the sun goes down until the stars come out with a bottle of red - just doesn't come any better ;)