I worry there is not enough space for me to recommend why this beautiful Gite in its idyllic surroundings is just so perfect in every way possible. Irena & Sean are the perfect hosts & were attentive to anything we could of needed & more. Upon arrival they greeted us with wine, bread, homemade jam, milk & butter. The Gite itself was perfect for my family of 4, 2 adults & 2 children (12&9 years). The open plan kitchen/living space was great for us & the bedrooms were spacious, bed linens were beautiful & of high quality. The bathroom was spacious & a great shower. Towels were provided for the bathroom & pool, both of excellent quality. We had all we could need & more. The outside space was outstanding, the pool & poolside loungers we enjoyed so much & one of the best we have ever experienced. The ping pong table was a fantastic surprise & we enjoyed immensely. Sean & Irena were happy to share their knowledge & experiences of the local area & attractions. Chateau Haurt Grelot is definitely worth a visit for wine lovers! I wouldnât hesitate to recommend staying here & will hopefully be able to return again. I would rate the Gite 5 star accommodation. The local town has a super little supermarket, bakery (wonderful cakes & fresh bread), butchers & super pizza takeaway! For those visiting with family I would recommend Royan beach & town, the beach is stunning & the water shallow for a long way out. The town is a traditional seaside town with lots of fine eateries to suit both adults & children, the shops & amusement area are fun for the children. Blaye is a beautiful town with a ferry to the other side of the estuary with lots of small towns & stunning chateauâs & is worth a visit. We didnât get a chance to visit the citadela in Blaye, which was a real shame, maybe next time! The zoo in La Palmyre was a super day out & I definitely recommend visiting, if only to feed the giraffes popcorn! Bordeaux is a stunning place to visit, the architecture is outstanding, lots of bars, cafes & shops with lots of families around. Thank you Irena & Sean for sharing your beautiful home with us xx