Title: The Hobogîte: 4-Star Stone Cottage, EXCLUSIVE use Heated Pool & Acre of Gardens - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=70523852&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Hobogîte: 4-Star Stone Cottage, EXCLUSIVE use Heated Pool & Acre of Gardens Cottage in La Chevrerie with private pool and kitchen ## Photo gallery for The Hobogîte: 4-Star Stone Cottage, EXCLUSIVE use Heated Pool & Acre of Gardens ![Exterior - The Hobogîte: 4-Star Stone Cottage, EXCLUSIVE use Heated Pool & Acre of Gardens (La Chèvrerie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70530000/70523900/70523852/40aa6ad7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The Hobogîte: 4-Star Stone Cottage, EXCLUSIVE use Heated Pool & Acre of Gardens (La Chèvrerie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70530000/70523900/70523852/98b48a68.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool - The Hobogîte: 4-Star Stone Cottage, EXCLUSIVE use Heated Pool & Acre of Gardens (La Chèvrerie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70530000/70523900/70523852/20225322.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Hobogîte: 4-Star Stone Cottage, EXCLUSIVE use Heated Pool & Acre of Gardens (La Chèvrerie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70530000/70523900/70523852/42d29a96.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - The Hobogîte: 4-Star Stone Cottage, EXCLUSIVE use Heated Pool & Acre of Gardens (La Chèvrerie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70530000/70523900/70523852/ab9a9ee9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to the charming Old Stone 'Hobogîte', a rural retreat nestled in an acre of gardens and featuring a brand-new 30 sq.m. pool. Enjoy exclusive use of these tranquil surroundings, perfect for relaxation and rejuvenation, with free WiFi throughout. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Hobogîte: 4-Star Stone Cottage, EXCLUSIVE use Heated Pool & Acre of Gardens Welcome to the Old Stone “Hobogîte” - A Quiet Rural Getaway for two - Free WiFi - EXCLUSIVE use of brand new 30 sq.m. Pool and an acre of Gardens... While our lovely Charentais barn was being renovated, we often camped out in an old stone outhouse - our daughter affectionately christened this the Hobo house, and the name has stuck. It was so nice in this friendly little cottage that we decided to convert it, and rent it out as a gîte - but only when there's no-one in the barn. This is how you will have the whole acre of gardens - and the pool (from May to September) - entirely to yourselves. We are proud to have been awarded the prestigious 4-Star accolade by Charentes Tourisme under the 'Meublés de Tourisme" scheme. This is a true get-away-from-it-all escape; if you see 3 cars a day passing on the small road at the end of the drive, you should feel honoured! You are however just 5km away from the N10 motorway, and 6km from the local town of Ruffec and the Charente River - for swimming, canoeing, fine dining, or simply sitting and enjoying it all. As you will see from the pictures, we have carried out the conversion sympathetically, to a very high standard, providing everything we think is important; a local oak dining table, a dishwasher, Denby bone china, sharp knives, two types of corkscrew, a huge flat-screen TV with 5.1 cinema surround-sound & lots of good DVDs, a large firm and especially comfortable bed, a multi-jet “shower pod” like something out of Star Trek... and outside, a vast north-facing shady hangar with a large ceiling fan for those hot summer lunches, a choice of two barbecues and of course outdoor ping-pong, all sheltered from both sun and rain. Free Wi-Fi is provided throughout. Even down by the pool, so you can do a little casual surfing as you relax under a parasol on the comfortable pillows of the hardwood sun-loungers. Or in a deckchair under the small plantation of mature pine trees which provide a pretty spot to relax with a book in pine-scented shade. Not forgetting a cooling shower in the huge "walk-around" shower in the wet-room of the Pool House, converted from what is probably the finest stone-built chicken coop west of the Charente! After your lunch in the cool of the shaded hangar, another swim, and a 6km cycle-ride or drive into Ruffec, to the twice-weekly market or the spanking new branch of E.Leclerc, for vital supplies, you'll be ready for an extremely leisurely al-fresco apéritif and barbecue. Remember, here in the wonderful summer micro-climate of the Charente, it stays warm until 2am... And so to bed ... in that very comfortable bed ... in the old stone “hobogîte” ... ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Heated pool - Table tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Composting - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Property does not allow children - Recycling ## Similar properties ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34070000/34068600/34068529/7529edc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### RETAINED CHARMING HOUSE Le Bois-Plage-En-Ré - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=34068529&PinnedHotelID=34068529&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/87000000/86320000/86311600/86311511/0e9eef40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gite de la vieille becane Brantôme en Périgord - Pool - Washer - Pet friendly - Outdoor Space [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=86311511&PinnedHotelID=86311511&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113590000/113581400/113581370/1393d56d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunny apartment 12 mins to beach CHENAC ST SEURIN D UZET - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=113581370&PinnedHotelID=113581370&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34470000/34462900/34462881/0f5a43b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### FURNITURE STUDIO IN SURGERES SURGERES - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=34462881&PinnedHotelID=34462881&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68050000/68048500/68048472/5e8eee2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful 5-star villa - 4km from beaches via cycle path Grayan-et-l'Hôpital - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 10 Exceptional 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=68048472&PinnedHotelID=68048472&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91920000/91913100/91913046/e259f592.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### T2 rental Chenac-Saint-Seurin-d'Uzet [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=91913046&PinnedHotelID=91913046&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25150000/25142100/25142036/2f56ef71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### GREAT 3\* HOUSE & GARDEN in Fouras (Fort Boyard) - 4 BEDROOMS - Near beaches Fouras - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.2 Wonderful 53 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=25142036&PinnedHotelID=25142036&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69370000/69364900/69364850/472f8b22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A pretty cottage with pool and lovely garden in a village close to sea . 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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 GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property ## About the area Located in La Chevrerie, this cottage is in a rural area. Abbey of Our Lady of Nanteuil and Château de Javarzay are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include The gardens of Argentor and Valley of the Monkeys. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Hobogîte: 4-Star Stone Cottage, EXCLUSIVE use Heated Pool & Acre of Gardens Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 15 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marie R. Jul 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Absolutely perfect for a couple. Had a great time. This was our 2nd visit. Went last year.Great price. Great surroundings. Pool fantastic. Lovely area to stay. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/49e4689f-853d-43ff-a89d-837593bffe23-1753555566562.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c0e26fd0-5c43-4ba2-8fc8-53be582892ea-1753555567645.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Marie R. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sally T. Oct 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Great location, beautiful garden and pool, helpful hosts. ##### Sally T. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pauline B. Oct 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a lovely weeks stay in Hobogite. The place was clean, cute and comfortable. I cooked alot during our stay as digestive illness and intolerance makes eating out tricky, and the kitchen had everything we needed. We had beautiful October sunshine most days, with some cold nights and mornings. We appreciated the welcome pack, the garden space, the many birds including green woodpeckers, the red squirrels, the wonderful stars, the olive tree, the lovely old stonework, the peaceful location and the proximity to Ruffec for easy supermarket shopping. An enjoyable week staying here. ##### Pauline B. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### michael t. May 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### return visit As good as we remembered. Perfect for our needs. We especially like the tranquillity whilst only being ten minutes to amenities.Looking forward to re-booking for next year. ##### michael t. Stayed 14 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bea K. Sep 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely little house in a peaceful location The Hobogite is beautifully presented and the owners supply a generous welcome pack, which is a great help for weary travellers. The exclusive use of the swimming pool is a great plus. The area is tranquil and extremely pretty. We loved staying here- just right for 2 people. ##### Bea K. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Mandy C. Sep 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a relaxing week at Hobogite it’s perfect for a couple, and within easy access for everything you may need during your stay. The pool is lovely although the weather wasn’t always on our side! The welcome pack was a great extra and much appreciated.We had a couple of problems during our stay. One being the floor in the bathroom which was reported to Bill the handyman, and also the bedroom door which is difficult to close properly and can stick which I found out twice when I locked myself in! ##### Mandy C. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judith S. Aug 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hidden gem Lovely well equipped gite spotlessly clean in a lovely peaceful location Had a lovely relaxing week. Would definitely return ##### Judith S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Sue B. May 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pretty gite in lovely location Lovely clean gite in a good location. We had a couple of problems with ants and a swarm of bees, obviously beyond the owners control. Bill, the handyman, responded very quickly with help and advice. The owner very kindly offered the use of another nearby gite but we were fine and the bees didn’t worry us. The weather was perfect and we enjoyed our time visiting friends and the local area. Ruffec very near for good shopping. Lots of lovely villages to visit and enjoy good food. ##### Sue B. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian C. Jul 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Quiet Gite in the Charente Lovely Quiet Gite in the Charente, excellent location to explore the surrounding area and further afield to the coast. Excellent exclusive use pool that was a life saver as the temperatures climbed over 30\. Very comfortable for a 2 person stay. Great communication with the owner and the local caretakers. Thanks! ##### Ian C. Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Alan J. Sep 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect relaxation Lovely property in a quiet village. Perfect for a holiday doing very little other than lounging by the pool and taking in the sun. Quality restaurants recommended by the owners did not disappoint. Ruffec very quiet but the E. Leclerc hypermarket superb, but absolutely packed on Saturday. Niort and Melle well worth the drive and Verteuil sur Charente beautiful in the mid-week. ##### Alan J. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marie R. Jul 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Excellent. Pool amazing. Gite beautiful. Any correspondence replied to quickly. Caretaker lovely. Great weather , beautiful garden. Peaceful holiday just sunbathing. Location good for supermarkets. All in all had a wonderful time. ##### Marie R. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike B. Sep 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We were very happy with our stay at Hobogite. Lots of thoughtful care from our hosts Rob & Lene to provide everything to make our stay as comfortable as possible. Much appreciated!! It was extremely peaceful and the garden & grounds were gorgeous. We have booked again for next year which I think says it all. If I might be permitted to make a couple of small constructive criticisms. The key press was awkward to use, especially in the dark. We had eight or nine days of rain & therefore spent more time inside than we would have liked. The sofa wasn't the most comfortable, but it was OK. Overall we had a very enjoyable and relaxing time. The pool was lovely and although we were only able to use a couple of times due to weather, hopefully next year we'll spend more time down there. Rob and Lene, in lots of little ways, show how they genuinely care about the comfort of their guests & that they enjoy their stay. Who can ask for more? ##### Mike B. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### michael t. May 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous Cannot fault this property. Would definitely recommend and would love to stay again. Very good communication and any queries answered straight away. We have previously stayed at another property from a different provider and it was dire to say the least , so we were apprehensive. We needn't have been. This is superb. Thank you ##### michael t. Stayed 14 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simon L. Aug 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful We stayed here for two weeks and throughly enjoyed our ourselves. The gite is great for two people and Rob & Lene provide everything needed for a comfortable stay. The garden is huge, well kept and has plenty of wildlife to watch whilst chilling by the pool. The pool is fab, we were in it most days and we were especially grateful for it when a heat wave came through the area. The quiet location of the gite is ideal for unwinding being in the middle of the countryside. But 10 mins by car and you are in Ruffec for supermarkets, restaurants etc. Also in an ideal location to explore the Charante area. We had a perfect two weeks here and highly recommend it. ##### Simon L. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Paul S. Aug 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Well presented property in very peaceful location. Close to amenities and lovely countryside. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/dc85009f-5ac6-49f3-a061-89c5fb77ee27-1755633153312.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Paul S. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jul 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Third visit, still a great place Lovely property, wonderful pool and gardens in a beautiful quiet part of France. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Patrick H. Aug 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location A lovely peaceful area but within 6 minutes drive of Ruffec for plenty of amenities incl. 2 large supermarkets and a new Lidl. Preferrred restaurants were outside Ruffec but only a 20 minute drive. Property had a few niggles which didn’t detract from a very enjoyable 1 week stay. The pool was a real bonus as was the proximity to the N10 for trips to Angouleme, Bordeaux and outlying villages. ##### Patrick H. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martyn H. Aug 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy A beautiful well equip comfortable cottage in the middle of the French countryside with its own private swimming pool and large garden.The cottage is several miles outside the town, so a car is necessary. We received good prompt information and tips from the owner. And received good local advice from Bill,the local rep. ##### Martyn H. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jun 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous little place to stay Had a great second holiday at the Hobogite and I’m sure we’ll be back for a third! Lovely little house in a great area, fabulous pool all to yourself and the owners really care that you enjoy your stay, as proven by the attention to detail and the quality of furnishings and equipment provided. One of the best properties we have stayed in. Thank you. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David D. Jul 3, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing Within minutes of arriving I felt totally relaxed. Really well appointed gite, superb swimming pool and lovely peaceful location (apart from the TGV) which is not particularly loud, just a surprise the first time you hear it as everything else is so peaceful. Excellent if what you’re looking for is to get away and relax. ##### David D. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### david l. Jun 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 2nd Visit. We enjoyed our 2nd visit to the Hobogite. We were very lucky with the weather, which enabled us to enjoy every aspect of the lovely garden and heated pool. The welcome pack was a much appreciated touch to start our holiday. However the mattress dips in the middle which prevents us from giving 5 stars. Thank you to Bill for his help and advice. ##### david l. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Alain N. Sep 25, 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Séjour du 03 au 10 septembre 2022 Un peu déçu par la propreté et la situation qui donne libre passage aux voisins car il n'est pas spécifié dans l'annonce que le chemin accolé à la maison dessert également d'autres habitations. Question tranquillité pas de chance car un voisin remblayait sa fosse septique. Sinon en positif la panier d'acceuil et la piscine qui est très agréable ##### Alain N. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Darren W. May 15, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### An oasis of calm! The gîte was perfect for us. Well-resourced, tidy, tranquil... in fact everything we needed for a holiday to unwind. And then the outside: beautiful grounds, attractive pool, serene location, glorious weather! What more could we ask for? If you are looking for a self-catering holiday in peaceful countryside, and you have a car to get around, it might be perfect for you too! ##### Darren W. Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2022