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Stylish French Holiday Accommodation with Optional Dining

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Property grounds
Dining
Reviews
10

Exceptional

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Gourgé, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
  • Popular LocationSaint-Jacques Gate21 min drive
  • Popular LocationChateau d'Oiron30 min drive
  • Popular LocationFuturoscope55 min drive
  • AirportLa Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré)111 min drive

Space details

2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sleeps 4
699.7 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    2 twin/single beds
Bedroom 2
    Bathroom 1
      Shower

    About this property

    Entire place

    You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

    Stylish French Holiday Accommodation with Optional Dining

    A charming old farming cottage, based in a farming hamlet forming part of Bois Mort farm, a collection of three lovingly appointed holiday cottages, Maison Maurice,Chez Aline and the old Goat shed, offering a relaxed grown up retreat (please note children under 12 are welcome as part of a group takeover of all three cottages, other wise only children of 12 and over permitted if cottages rented on an individual basis)style holiday, perfect for family get togethers, reunions or retreats, available to rent individually or why not rent all three to ensure your privacy and peace, so you can enjoy this special place set in the deep French country side of the Deux Sevres ,offering pastoral landscapes, pretty villages nearby, walking and cycling routes a plenty and within a short drive to wine tasting in the loire valley, perfectly located for exploring this little known part of France, and all it has to offer!The cottage has two bedrooms, one a spacious and bright double, with bed canopy, hand painted furniture, beautiful old beams and a view over the hamlet and surrounding countryside. The second bedroom is a twin, but easily configured to a double. Once again a bright and airy room, with beautiful old beams and a countryside view. Staying on the upper floor, you will find the large shower-room, with multi-jet shower, electric towel rail, illuminated sink cabinet with oodles of storage and WC.

    On the ground floor you will find the kitchen and lounge with dining area.

    The cottage boasts a charming hand-painted kitchen, with as you would expect, all the modern conveniences to make your holiday as easy as possible. You will find a dishwasher, electric cooker and oven, fridge-freezer, microwave and all the pots, pans, utensils, crockery and glasses you could wish for to cook up a storm! There's also access to a washing machine in the laundry room.

    The light and spacious lounge has at its heart an old charentaise fireplace. Fitted with a log burning stove, with all firewood supplied (free of charge). There is seating a plenty on the two comfortable sofas. We supply, for your entertainment, satellite TV (free to air UK and French / European channels), a DVD player and Conrad Ipod dock. There is internet/wifi, so you can stream music from your own devices. As well as all this, you will find books, games and DVDs at your disposal. In the corner of the lounge is a large dining table where you can enjoy all the gastronomic feasts you’ve created from your local finds!

    Maison Maurice benefits from a private south facing garden with mature roses, lavender and flowering sage as well as enjoying the shade from the Japanese Banana palm, a dining table, chairs and a bbq are also to be found in this charming space.
    At the rear of the property you have direct access to a decked terrace with Italian designed garden furniture and steps away from our 9metre by 4 metre heated swimming pool, dining and drinks on the terrace at the pool house and relaxing on the many sun loungers or soaking in the Swedish log burning hot tub.

    Property manager

    Richard Smith

    Languages

    English, French

    Property amenities

    Beach

    • Beach loungers
    • Beach towels

    Pool/Spa

    • Communal pool
    • Heated pool
    • Outdoor pool
    • Spa tub

    Internet

    • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

    Parking and transportation

    • Car required
    • Parking on site

    Kitchen

    • Blender
    • Coffee grinder
    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
    • Dishwasher
    • Electric kettle
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Paper towels
    • Refrigerator
    • Spices
    • Stovetop
    • Toaster

    Dining

    • Breakfast available for a fee
    • Chef service
    • Dining table

    Bedrooms

    • 2 bedrooms
    • Bedsheets provided

    Bathroom

    • 1 bathroom
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Hair dryer
    • Shampoo
    • Soap
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels provided

    Living spaces

    • Dining table
    • Fireplace
    • Living room
    • Wood stove

    Entertainment

    • Books
    • DVD player
    • Games
    • Music library
    • Stereo
    • TV with cable/satellite channels
    • Video library

    Outdoor areas

    • Barbecue grill
    • Firepit
    • Garden
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Patio

    Laundry

    • Laundromat nearby
    • Washing machine

    Comfort

    • Air conditioning
    • Heating

    Pets

    • No pets allowed

    Suitability/Accessibility

    • Smoke-free property

    Services and conveniences

    • Change of bedsheets (on request)
    • Change of towels on request
    • Housekeeping (on request)
    • Iron/ironing board
    • Meal delivery service

    Location highlights

    • In a rural location
    • Near a hospital
    • On a river

    Things to do

    • Arcade/game room on site
    • Bicycles on site
    • Billiards/pool table on site
    • Heated pool on site
    • Table tennis on site
    • Birdwatching nearby
    • Cycling nearby
    • Ecotours nearby
    • Fishing nearby
    • Hiking/biking trails nearby
    • Horseback riding nearby
    • Hunting nearby
    • Swimming nearby
    • Wildlife walks nearby

    Safety features

    • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
    • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
    • First aid kit
    • Fire extinguisher

    General

    • 1 unit
    • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
    • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
    • Bed sheets changed on request
    • Bicycles
    • Composting
    • Double-glazed windows
    • Garden
    • Housekeeping (on request)
    • Recycling
    • Towels (changed on request)
    • Unit size: 699.7 square feet
    • Vegan dining options
    • Vegetarian dining options

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    Policies

    Check-in

    Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
    Minimum check-in age: 18

    Check-out

    Check-out before 11:00 AM

    Special check-in instructions

    You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

    Pets

    Pets not allowed

    Children and extra beds

    Children are welcome
    Note from host: travel cot,and infant bath are available

    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
    Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
    Long-term renters welcome
    Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
    Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
    Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
    This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

    We should mention

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

    Property is also known as

    Stylish French Holiday Accommodation With Optional Dining Gourgé
    Stylish French Holiday Accommodation Optional Dining House
    Stylish French Holiday Accommodation Optional Dining Gourgé
    Stylish French Holiday Accommodation Optional Dining
    Stylish French Holiday Accommodation Optional Dining House
    Stylish French Holiday Accommodation Optional Dining Gourgé
    Stylish French Holiday Accommodation Optional Dining
    Stylish French Holiday Accommodation With Optional Dining Gourgé

    About the area

    Gourgé

    Located in Gourgé, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Airvault Church and The Old Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Pescalis - Mini Golf and Mouton Village Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Le Nombril du Monde and Office de Tourisme du Pays Thouarsais. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

    What's nearby

    • Saint-Jacques Gate - 21 min drive
    • Chateau d'Oiron - 30 min drive
    • Domaine Des Forges Golf - 40 min drive
    • Arena Futuroscope - 54 min drive
    • Futuroscope - 55 min drive

    Getting around

    • St Varent Station - 23 min drive
    • Poitiers (PIS-Biard) - 51 min drive

    Restaurants

    • Le 12 Restaurant - 12 min drive
    • Le Macenna - 17 min drive
    • Hôtel Restaurant les Geraniums - 14 min drive
    • Les Amis du Vieux Château d'Airvault - 13 min drive
    • L'Hakuna Matata - 12 min drive

    Frequently asked questions

    Does Stylish French Holiday Accommodation with Optional Dining have a pool?

    Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

    Is Stylish French Holiday Accommodation with Optional Dining pet-friendly?

    No, pets are not allowed at this property.

    What time is check-in at Stylish French Holiday Accommodation with Optional Dining?

    Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at Stylish French Holiday Accommodation with Optional Dining?

    Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

    Where is Stylish French Holiday Accommodation with Optional Dining located?

    Located on a river, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Jacques Guidez Museum, Airvault Church, and Airvaudais-Val du Thouet Tourism Office. The Old Castle and Saint-Jacques Gate are also within 12 mi (20 km).

    Reviews

    10

    Exceptional

    Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews" "
    Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews" "
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    10/10

    Cleanliness

    Reviews

    10/10 Excellent

    James S.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Indescribably brilliant
    Our stay at Bois Mort exceeded all expectations and Maison Maurice was the perfect place for a much-needed lazy holiday, surrounded by farmland and wildflower meadows. We loved the charming little house equipped with everything we needed, with two private terraces and easy access to the amazing new pool. Most of all, Richard is an exceptional host and chef - and great company, too. We’ll definitely return, we absolutely loved everything about it. Thank you, Richard!
    Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Simon M.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Tranquil hideaway in rural France
    The gîte was just as described, but the pictures don’t do it justice, it’s much better. From the moment you drive to the lane in to Bois Mort you know this is going to be a great place to stay. The cottage is perfectly decorated and furnished, with everything you could ever need, from pots and pans to baby monitors, it’s there. Richard even has a small ‘shop’ full of the essentials plus food, treats and games. On arrival Richard met us with his warm Scots welcome and walked us around, the veg gardens, barn with seating, pool, hot tub and much more. Richard is a great host and nothing is too much trouble, the charcuterie platter he prepared for us after a days travelling was perfect all washed down with his local Rosé from the welcome hamper. During our stay France had a bit of a heatwave, and whilst cooling off in the pool one afternoon, Richard unprompted brought each of us chilled wine - perfect. The setting is a perfect getaway, quiet and set in the beautiful French countryside. The flowers around the gîte are a magnet for butterflies, bees and the amazing Hummingbird moth. There are numerous walks down the local lanes between the fields with always somewhere new to explore. No matter where you go there are Châteaus, churches, villages, markets to see. We had a great day visit to Samur whose Château dates back to 892. Plus the abundance of wineries there offer a perfect opportunity to taste and learn about the local still and sparking wines with prices much better than the UK. An amazing and special holiday, thank you Richard.
    Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2019

    10/10 Excellent

    Fiona E.

    Looking forward to next year already
    Our Gite was very cute and the attention to detail is wonderful, we had everything we needed for our family holiday and more. The more included our own little veggie patch, fresh home grown/made produce from the little shop and a delicious meal cooked by owner Richard who is the kindest host. There's loads to see and do in the region if you do a little research and at the end of the day, the highlight of the holiday for our 8year old, the swimming pool in the garden. We can't wait to come back for a third time next year.
    Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

    10/10 Excellent

    Steven J.

    Bois Mort : Outstanding gite .... outstanding host.
    Simply outstanding by far the best gite we have stayed in and we have stayed in over 20 across France. Our host Richard made our stay so good. Outstanding host. Tranquil and scenic surroundings. So peaceful and just what we wanted. Added to that the on site chef made going out for a meal extra special. The little on ate extra pool, hit tub, salads & charcuterie also enriched our experience.

    10/10 Excellent

    Frances M.

    The property was stunning welcoming and very clean
    It had everything we needed and more very comfortable and stunning surroundings
    Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

    10/10 Excellent

    Andrew C.

    We adored the gite
    Comfortable, well thought out, and stylish - we could not have been made more welcome.
    Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

    10/10 Excellent

    Verified traveller

    peace and tranquility
    My husband and I stayed at maison maurice a couple of weeks ago, the cottage is clean, has everything you need, a fantastically comfortable bed and a lovely shower room. I am in the hospitality industry and feel that most people need the accommodation clean and a good night's sleep, maison maurice ticked these boxes. We also had the use of a hot tub and an above ground swimming pool which was lovely. Richard is warm, welcoming and hospitable, the home made veg and fresh eggs and bread were wonderful.Richard recommended a visit to Oradur sur glane, it took approx 2 hrs to get there but roads are good and it is well worth it. Everthing you could ask for and a bit more, i think you wil be seeing us again Richard .

    10/10 Excellent

    Andy D.

    Everything you need and more..stylish and very comfortable .
    Accurately described, located in the very quiet hamlet of Bois Mort. Saint Loup, a few minutes drive away has shops and a market. The `Maison du Maurice` gite, was very clean, tidy and tastefully furnished throughout.The location is very quiet and rural. The pool was a great bonus. Richard,the owner, was very friendly and helpful, giving us lots of advice and local information. He also provides a range of excellent home made and local produce like jams and meats. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and recommend `Bois Mort` to anyone wanting a relaxing holiday in the french countryside . We hope to return. Thank you Richard. Regards Andy, Annie and Kate

    10/10 Excellent

    Susan S.

    Authentically traditional with all modern facilities
    Our overall impression of Maison du Maurice is as a authentically traditional home, in such a pretty hamlet providing all modern day facilities for folks on holiday. The properties and gardens cared for by the owner,Richard, can only be described as beautifully landscaped and lovingly tended. Richard is the perfect host which he achieves by mixing perfectly ,being in the background of your holiday day to day, changing to being immediately available when needed, this for example to give information and recommendation on the area, places of interest, etc. A brilliant balancing act. We used the dining option provided by Richard which we found comparable with high quality restaurants providing us with menus filled with local produce. Richards food was delicious. We loved our stay and will definitely return. Susan & Brian

    10/10 Excellent

    Dominique I.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Excellent séjour, hôte fait tout pour rendre agréable votre séjour
    Richard est un hôte exceptionnel et cuisiner hors pair toujours avec le sourire.le gite est tout en confort et cosy piscine spa que demander de plus
    Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022