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The House Is Situated In The Countryside Amongst Sunflower Fields and Vineyards

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Les Hirondelles
The living room
Exterior detail
The kitchen
The Living Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Fenced yard

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Shower room with vanity basin

Shower only

Toilet

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The House Is Situated In The Countryside Amongst Sunflower Fields and Vineyards

Les Hirondelles is set in a private stone walled courtyard with 2 terraces, one in the shade and one in the sun, and is not overlooked; it has a large garden measuring 2200m2 which is securely fenced all around the perimeter with views on the countryside. Les Hirondelles has been completely refurbished in 2011/12 offering the comforts of a new house in an old property all on the ground floor.
There are 2 bedrooms, 1 double and 1 twin.
We also have a high chair available.

Les Hirondelles is 22 km from Royan and the roman town of Saintes, and is a 15 minute drive away from the nearest beaches at Meschers and 5 minutes away from the nearest restaurant and shops.

There is full electric central heating and double glazing to allow for rentals in the winter as well as the summer.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

Events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1191179
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Meursac

Located in Meursac, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Saintes Amphitheatre and Église Sainte-Radegonde de Talmont are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Royan Beach and Bay of Biscay. Fun Family Bowling and Novelto Kids are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Spa Thermal Philae - 17 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Saujon Thermal Baths - 17 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Saint-Georges-de-Didonne Beach - 24 min drive - 28.0 km
  • Royan Beach - 26 min drive - 29.7 km
  • Grottes de Regulus et des Fontaines - 26 min drive - 26.2 km

Getting around

  • Saujon Station - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Drop Zone Café - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Le Venitien - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rollet Ludovic - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Doucet Pascal - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Saigon - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The House Is Situated In The Countryside Amongst Sunflower Fields and Vineyards pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The House Is Situated In The Countryside Amongst Sunflower Fields and Vineyards ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The House Is Situated In The Countryside Amongst Sunflower Fields and Vineyards ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The House Is Situated In The Countryside Amongst Sunflower Fields and Vineyards ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The House Is Situated In The Countryside Amongst Sunflower Fields and Vineyards located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Saujon Thermal Baths, Spa Thermal Philae and Saintes Amphitheatre. Église Sainte-Radegonde de Talmont and Saint-Eutrope Church are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property in a great location. Close to Saintes and the beach. The local boulangerie in Meursac was great and the kids enjoyed the local swimming pool. The house has everything you need for a family stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was simple….finding the property, gaining entry and correspondence with the owner.The bedrooms were lovely and ours had a ceiling fan which was really useful. The kitchen was very well equipped and the bathroom was great with a large shower.I would highly recommend Les Hirondelles to any prospective holiday maker.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2025
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so glad you liked the house and enjoyed your holiday.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joeri E.

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Great house

Great stay at this wonderful house. It is a very quiet area, all you can hear is silence and an occasional bird. The garden is very big and nice for young children as it protected by a fence. Would recommend this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lucy m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay.

Great 2 week stay our 5th time overb the yearsnwith Sophie and Richard. Great property and a good base to explore from and has everything required to make it feel like a home from home. Thanks again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2022
Thank you for your lovely review. Looking forward to your sixth stay!!
Verified

8/10 Good

Jan L.

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Lovely stay

Very well equipped house in a beautiful part of France. Easy access from the ferry and lots of lovely places to go. Our dog particularly enjoyed the large garden and the easy access to safe walks. ‘La Table’ in nearby Meursac was a great find with lovely food. Sophie was a very helpful host. We hope to return again.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Cathy R.

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Attractive house

Nice property .Plenty of space . Warm and comfy. Well equipped. Peaceful with a well thought out garden. .
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Christine D.

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R and C

Surprisingly beautiful region with a lot of clean beaches wonderful Restaurants and many open and friendly people. Sophie is a wonderful and caring host!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2023
I am so glad you enjoyed your stay, and it was adorable of you to water our plants in the garden. We hope you will return. Sophie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

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Comfortable and Relaxing

We had a wonderful stay at Les Hirondelles. The gite is spacious, well equipped and furnished to a high standard. The private garden is enclosed, peaceful and was ideal to relax in. The location is ideal for sightseeing in the area within easy driving distance to Saintes in the East and Royan in the West. Sophie was easy to communicate with and couldn’t have been more helpful during our stay. We would highly recommend this beautiful gite!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
We are thrilled that you enjoyed the Gite so much and found the location ideal. We like people to feel that it is a home from home that they can completely relax in.
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10/10 Excellent

lucy m.

Just beautiful

Sophie has thought of everything that you could need when on holiday. Beautiful setting great outdoor space, gorgeous decor, a well equipped kitchen a real home from home with lots of rare personal touches. Just beautiful and a great base to explore all the local beaches. We also visited La Rochelle and Ile De Re too. We shall be back thankyou Sophie and Richard.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Thank you so much for your lovely comments. We're glad you enjoyed the house and we look forward to welcoming you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony L.

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Delightful gite!

We really enjoyed our stay at Les Hirondelles. There is plenty of space, it is well-equipped and very nicely presented. There is loads of outdoor space, including parking, and it is very private too. Our host Sophie was very informative and responsive; thank you! Seemingly never-ending deserted country roads made for some lovely bike rides. Highly recommended.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2023
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay at Les Hirondelles. We do decorate regularly and keep the decor up to date, my passion is for interior design. The size and privacy of our garden always surprises people, it’s really difficult to show on photos. Sophie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A gorgeous house - so completely peaceful and relaxing. Check in was easy, just collect the keys from the key box. The kitchen was well equipped and wi-fi access excellent. The garden is just wonderful and our little dog loved that it was completely enclosed and he could wander freely. The laundry room is a boost and I can't fault the cleanliness of the house at all. Les Epeaux is in the middle of nowhere (which is what we wanted) so to travel anywhere you need a car. Meursac has a nice little bar and a co-op which was handy - it is walkable but not in full sun in July! We liked Saintes, a Roman town with an Amphitheatre, an arch and baths - all a nice walk. It has nice shops, a lovely river to wander down and you can let a dog off a lead on the circular walk that starts from the pedestrian bridge. We also liked Talmont which is full of artisan shops and good places to eat and drink. Overall, we loved our stay and we would return if we decided we needed a complete break again - it was great to switch off, read, relax and drink far too much wine! :-)
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karine R.

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Nous y avons passé un excellent séjour de deux semaines !
Le jardin
Avec mon conjoint
À saint Palais
Le jardin
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Martina L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Schönes Haus, sehr ruhig gelegen

Das Haus war wie beschrieben und sehr schön. Es fehlte an nichts. Lediglich die Sauberkeit ließ bei genauerem Hinsehen ein wenig zu wünschen übrig und bei Regen wurde die Luftfeuchtigkeit im Schlafzimmer sehr hoch. Alles in allem dennoch ein tolles Haus. Check-in war sehr unkompliziert.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jeanson j.

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Vacances au calme

Semaine de vacances dans un environnement calme et reposant. Place à la détente ! La maison est très bien équipée et joliment décorée. La grande terrasse et l’immense terrain permet de profiter pleinement de l’extérieur avec notre chien. La plage est à 20-25 min, facile d’accès, ainsi que de nombreuses balades. La propriétaire est facilement joignable au besoin. Je recommande vivement cette location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karine R.

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Maison de charme

Bonjour, nous avons réservé ce séjour afin de découvrir la région car notre achat se situera dans ce coin-là en Charente-Maritime ou en Charente cela nous aura permis de découvrir cette région pour notre future retraite
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

raynald p.

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Jolie maison au calme

Emplacement idéal à 30 minute de royan de la palmyre. Au calme et verdoyant
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Monika B.

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Schönes Haus mit einem Aber

Wir haben die Ruhe und Abgeschiedenheit des Hauses und des kleinen Ortes sehr genossen. Der komplett eingezäunte Garten ist riesig und bietet sowohl sonnige als auch auch schattige Plätze zum Verweilen - das ist natürlich auch für die Hundefreunde toll. Auf der Terrasse findet man verschiedene Sitz- und Liegemöbel, die Terrasse lässt sich abends toll beleuchten, sodass man hier viele schöne Stunden verbringen kann. vielen Dank dafür! Das Haus war soweit sauber, gut ausgestattet und wie man auf den Bildern sehen kann, geschmackvoll eingerichtet - da hat die Vermieterin viel Zeit und Energie investiert. Die Couch fanden wir zu zweit allerdings etwas zu klein, die Betten etwas zu weich, das ist aber vielleicht auch Geschmackssache. Der Check-in und Check-our sind völlig unproblematisch und sehr flexibel. Der Ort bietet sich als toller Ausgangspunkt für die Erkundung der Gironde-Mündung und auch die Ile dˋOleron liegt nicht weit weg entfernt. Obwohl wir also die Sonnenblumenfelder nur vereinzelt gesehen haben, ist die Lage des Hauses toll. Was uns jedoch gestört hat, war ein ziemlich starker muffiger Geruch im Haus, der nach viel Lüften zwar deutlich weniger wurde, aber sich bereits in den Stoffen und u.a. Küchenschränken festgesetzt hat. Das Haus hat möglicherweise ein Feuchtigkeitsproblem, denn wir haben an zwei Stellen (Decke und Wand) Schimmel entdeckt. Das ist ärgerlich, hier scheint uns eine Intervention dringend notwendig.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2024
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and loved our large fenced garden. We’re sorry that you found that the 3 seater sofa wasn’t large enough for the two of you and that the bed wasn’t firm enough. It is a deep sprung medium firm mattress, but as you say it is a matter of taste. We had a small leak in the roof above the twin room which was repaired the week before you arrived which may explain some residual mold on a wall. We were at the Gite before you and prepared if for your arrival leaving hours before you arrived; and it didn’t smell musty when we left. However we will of course look into this as a priority. Kind regards Sophie and Richard
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lucsam p.

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Le dépaysement absolu

Nous avons eu plaisir à séjourner dans une maison très belle, décorée avec beaucoup de goût (ça donne des idées) et d’une propreté sans faille y compris le linge. La literie de qualité permet de se reposer parfaitement et le terrain immense et entretenu, aussi bien fleuri, permet de se détendre au calme. La proximité des commerces est appréciable.Un séjour à refaire absolument.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clement D.

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Logement très agréable

Logement confortable et bien équipé. Grand jardin bien clôturé, parfait pour un chien. Balançoire non utilisable lors de notre séjour. La propriétaire répond très vite aux demandes et fait le necessaire pour que tout se passe bien.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andreas H.

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Tolle Zeit verlebt

Das Ferienhaus ist ebenerdig, entspricht den Darstellungen im Portal und ist ausreichend groß für Mensch und Hund 🐶 Kontakt zum Vermieter war einfach und problemlos (Danke Sophie !). Ankommen, Schlüssel aus dem Safe holen und entspannt Urlaub starten. Auch das Auto findet perfekt und sicher Platz auf dem großen Grundstück Die Lage ist aus unserer Sicht perfekt .. Strände, Städte (Bordeaux, la Rochelle, Saintes usw.) sind gut zu erreichen. So gelingt eine schöne Balance von Stadtbummeln, Baden und Relaxen) Das Haus selbst ist liebevoll eingerichtet und bietet alles, was man braucht ! Toller großer Garten, den besonders unsere Hunde geliebt haben Fazit: Wir hatten einen tollen Urlaub - Haus ist empfehlenswert!
Stayed 16 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

benoit c.

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Tres sympas

La beauté de la maison et des environs. L équipement complet et qualité de la maison. Un sejour tres agreable a refaire.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Miriam F.

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Schönes Haus

Wir hatten sehr schöne zwei Wochen in diesem nett renoviertem Haus. Man kann sehr schön draußen sitzen,es ist ein riesen Garten dabei, toll für den Hund und wir hatten noch nie eine so gut ausgestattete Küche in einem Ferienhaus! Wir haben uns sehr gut dort erholt. Danke.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2023
Vielen Dank für Ihre schöne Bewertung. Wir freuen uns sehr, dass Sie eine schöne Zeit hatten.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MICHEL K.

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féerique

merveilleuse demeure avec un grand jardin clôturé tout y est pour des vacances tranquille je recommande fortement cette location
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2023
Merci beaucoup, nous faisons de notre mieux pour que nos locataires passent un agreable sejour.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel B.

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Vacances en Charente Maritime

Nous avons passé d'excellentes vacances dans cet agréable gite avec tout le confort , avec un grand terrain ou les chiens peuvent se défouler . Nous reviendrons avec plaisir. Je recommande ce gite.
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Nous sommes très content que notre gite vous ait plu et que vous avez passer de bonnes vacances avec vos chiens 🐾
Verified

8/10 Good

Annabelle B.

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Calme, calme

Très beau séjour dans une belle demeure rénovée avec goût
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sophie Leech

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We are Sophie and Richard Leech and we live in Silkstone near Barnsley where we both work full time. I am a Practice Manager for a GP Practice in Leeds and Richard is a Director of a family business together with his Mother and Brother and they are agents selling sports apparel to retailers in the North of England. Richard is also Chairman of our Parish Council and we are both involved in community projects on a voluntary basis.

Why they chose this property

We bought this house in 2007 as it was just 20 minutes from my French grandparents house in Vaux sur Mer. We called it 'Les Hirondelles' which is french for Swallows as there are a pair of swallows who nest in the barn every summer. The house was a bit of a ruin when we bought it, it had to be practically knocked down and rebuilt as when building work started they found there were no foundations to part of the house. But we fell in love with it despite nicknaming it 'the money pit' for a few years! we could see the potential albeit with a lot of imagination! It took a lot of hard work and even more money to get it to the standard it is today. We have spent every holiday at the house working on it renovating the building into a lovely 2 bedroomed and one bathroom holiday cottage. We redecorate every year and take pride in presenting it in the best way we can.

What makes this property unique

We love Les Hirondelles, the sun pours in to the room all day and the french doors open straight onto the terrace. We left one of the internal walls in limestone which looks amazing and although we couldn't keep any of the original beams as they had perished, we have left the new beams exposed to full roof height and have whitewashed them.
The garden has been a labour of love too and we have recruited a wonderful gardener now, Antoine, who comes every 2 weeks to look after it. We invested in a ride on mower last year as the garden measures half an acre! We have planted a herb garden on the terrace for our guests to use at the suggestion of a past guest, which is very handy for barbeques.

Languages:

English, French

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