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Shabby Chic Paradise: the perfect holiday retreat for one and all including dogs

Shabby Chic Paradise: the perfect holiday retreat for one and all including dogs

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The City of Saintes is just over the brow of that hill, less than 8kms from home
"Back of house" with pool, BBQs, terrace, conservatory, trampoline...
Fun for all...
We are located 1km down a dead end country lane.
The "front of house", a truly classic Charentaise Maison de Maitre.

Overview of Shabby Chic Paradise: the perfect holiday retreat for one and all including dogs

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12300 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Chermignac, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
  • Popular LocationSaintes Amphitheatre10 min drive
  • Popular LocationSaintes Cathedral10 min drive
  • Popular LocationAbbaye aux Dames11 min drive
  • AirportLa Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré)56 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Downstairs bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Downstairs Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs bedroom 1

3 Single Beds

Upstairs bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Upstairs bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Upstairs bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Downstairs bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Upstairs bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Shabby Chic Paradise: the perfect holiday retreat for one and all including dogs

If you are looking for something that has recently been renovated (often to death) with straight walls, without the odd crack, inside and out, Shabby Chic Paradise is probably not for you.
If by contrast you are looking for something idyllically charming you've just found it.
It is also the ideal if not perfect home and location for families with young children; it is safe and secure, has a large swimming pool but not too deep, gardens galore in which children can round around, a huge trampoline, a slide and swing set plus a variety of games and toys which are available to all!
On a practical note we have two kitchens and four fridge-freezers meaning you don't have to go shopping every day! Stock up, sit back and relax while your children run around the house and gardens.
Lastly, whilst seemingly in the middle of nowhere we are in fact only minutes away from the City centre of Saintes with a multitude of shops, restaurants, parks and attractions and we are only 30 minutes or so from the glorious sandy beaches of the Atlantic coast.
If the above strikes a chord with you we look forward to welcoming you to Shabby Chic Paradise, which is exactly what it is!
Best wishes,
Michael, Sophie, Lily and Rose.

Property manager

Michael Amphlet

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 55 lb per pet (limit 3 pets total)
Please contact us to discuss pets BEFORE booking

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Chermignac

Located in Chermignac, this holiday home is in a rural area. Abbaye aux Dames and Les Lapidiales are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Arch of Germanicus and Fontdouce Abbey. Travelling with kids? Consider Fun Family Bowling and Planet Exotica. Windsurfing, power boating and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Chermignac, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

  • Saint-Eutrope Church - 10 min drive
  • Saintes Amphitheatre - 10 min drive
  • Saintes Cathedral - 10 min drive
  • Saintes Golf - 11 min drive
  • Abbaye aux Dames - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Saintes Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 9 min drive
  • La Graine d'Orge - 9 min drive
  • KFC - 10 min drive
  • Lilo - 9 min drive
  • Boulangerie Boulestier - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shabby Chic Paradise: the perfect holiday retreat for one and all including dogs pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Shabby Chic Paradise: the perfect holiday retreat for one and all including dogs?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shabby Chic Paradise: the perfect holiday retreat for one and all including dogs?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shabby Chic Paradise: the perfect holiday retreat for one and all including dogs located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Saint-Eutrope Church, Abbaye aux Dames, and Saintes Amphitheatre. Saintes Cathedral and Arch of Germanicus are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andy M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is Paradise!
We actually stayed for 6 weeks whilst waiting for our house purchase to complete. In that time we were visited by friends and family. Shabby Chic Paradise is in a great location, peaceful and private yet only 10 minutes drive to Saintes centre. Lots of space for groups and their pets and children. The house is well appointed, unique in character and very comfortable. We had a very happy six weeks and were sad to leave. Michael is an excellent host.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nothing but praise
We had a fabulous stay at Shabby Chic Paradise. The property was beautiful with stunning views of the countryside. Very family friendly. The owner Michael is English speaking, was really welcoming and was very knowledgeable about the local area, which helped greatly. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hideout for the heatwave
We were a family of four who stayed at the property for two weeks. We were there during the heatwave and were glad for the thick farmhouse walls and the pool to keep us cool. The place is a little "shabby" as advertised so don't expect luxury accommodation. But we enjoyed the rustic nature of it and it felt like an authentic rural French farmhouse experience. The pool (unheated), play equipment and house set up were ideal for our two children - they absolutely loved it there. The location was amazing for us - the road up to the property (and two others) is a km from the main road so you really feel out in the middle of nowhere. But actually you are only a 10 minute drive from Saintes, supermarkets and such. It was the best of both worlds. Michael was an exceptionally honest and diligent owner - he even made sure the property was right for us before accepting the booking. We did have a couple of issues while we were there (as you can at any property) but Michael was great with comms and dealt with things ASAP. Overall, we had a lovely relaxing holiday.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful, relaxing holiday in Michael‘s beautiful house. Fantastic for all the family.
The house is surrounded by fields and fruit trees, completely private with beautiful gardens and a pool. The rooms are large and comfortable and the kitchens have everything you would need. Michael is a great host for whom nothing is too much trouble, with great tips for things to do and places to eat. Our whole family - from kids to grandparents had a fantastic stay.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Frédéric S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Un bel endroit pour de mettre au vert
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour dans cette belle maison au milieu des champs qui conjugue le charme des vieilles pierres et très bon niveau de confort.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Michael Amphlet

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My name is Michael (English), husband to Sophie (French) and father to Lily and Rose, twin daughters, born July 2016.

Why they chose this property

Sophie and I bought this property for three particular reasons.

LOCATION: Seemingly in the middle of nowhere yet only minutes from the City of Saintes and even closer to our local Village of Chermignac, one of the most beautiful and vibrant on the outskirts of Saintes.
LAYOUT...The downstairs living area is more than twice the size of the upstairs sleeping area.
LIGHT... Unusually for a lot of old houses we have lots of windows and thus lots of light.
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