[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Spacious 1 Bedroom Cottage/Gîte with shared pool in the Charente Family-friendly cottage in La Foret-de-Tesse with an outdoor pool ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38400000/38393400/38393340/3d938ec3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38400000/38393400/38393340/165dfb17.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table tennis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38400000/38393400/38393340/a143b43b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38400000/38393400/38393340/98c97715.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38400000/38393400/38393340/b81598bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location You can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities at Spacious 1 Bedroom Cottage/Gîte with shared pool in the Charente. Adventurous travelers may like the bicycling at this cottage. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3678 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Spacious 1 Bedroom Cottage/Gîte with shared pool in the Charente Camping & Gîtes La Forêt de Tessé has a 10 pitch campsite with 2 fully furnished Bell tents each with their own kitchen cabins and a spacious 1 bedroom gîte to rent. The camping field is completely separate from the gîte that has a separate entrance and a courtyard. The in-ground 10 m x 5 m swimming pool is opened from mid May to mid September. The pool is not heated, but the water temperature in summer reaches 30 C°. The Gîte has a separate entrance from our small campsite and is approached from the driveway to the main courtyard. The Gîte is attached to the main house and is the oldest part of the property dating back to the 16th century. Entrance door into the lounge / diner, exposed beams and stone walls with an ancient fire place fitted with a wood burner for the winter months. UK TV and DVDs available. There is a separate fully equipped kitchen with exposed beams and stone walls. From the Kitchen there is a staircase to a small landing leading to the en suite shower room and the bedroom. The bedroom has 1 Super-king Bed, which can be divided into 2 singles and a 3rd smaller guest bed suitable for children if required. There is also a large wardrobe and chest of draws. Outside in the courtyard is table and chairs to enjoy breakfast in the morning sun. For the hotter parts of the day there is a covered terrace and dining area with a BBQ. There is a large garden just for the use of gite guests next to the shared swimming pool. We are situated in Grosbout, a peaceful hamlet in the commune of La Forêt de Tessé with a close knit community. Long hot summers, warm spring and autumn means outside dining is possible from April till the end of October. It is surrounded by farm land and a small woodlands. Swimming lakes and river swimming are about 10 mins drive away. The roads nearby are really quiet and ideal for walking & cycling, there is hardly any traffic. With no light pollution we have the most amazing clear night skies. All the tranquillity of the countryside but shopping, markets, restaurants and supermarkets are only 10 min drive away There are many picturesque villages around with beautiful stone houses and chateaus. The N10 motorway that leads down to Spain is 10 minutes away making this an ideal stop to break up a long journey. There are lots to see and do in the area without the crowds of tourists. Ideally, located for days out to Cognac, La Rochelle, Angoulême etc. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: Smoking is not allowed in the property. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycles - Table tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming 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) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bicycle parking - Bicycles - Composting - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Unit size: 678 square feet - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70970000/70961100/70961014/9b2df102.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Old Atelier Gite: 4-Star Old Stone Cottage with Private Garden and Free Wi-Fi La Chèvrerie - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 20 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=70961014&PinnedHotelID=70961014&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70530000/70523900/70523852/20225322.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Hobogîte: 4-Star Stone Cottage, EXCLUSIVE use Heated Pool & Acre of Gardens La Chèvrerie - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=70523852&PinnedHotelID=70523852&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76190000/76181500/76181455/a5f22cd5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### CHARMING COTTAGE WITH TERRACE OVERLOOKING THE COUNTRYSIDE BIOUSSAC - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=76181455&PinnedHotelID=76181455&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106750000/106747000/106746940/7291110b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 bedroom cozy home in Ligné Ligné - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=106746940&PinnedHotelID=106746940&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68030000/68028100/68028015/773a42c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ruffec charente House peaceful and pleasant setting with park and near ts shops La Faye - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.0 Very good 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=68028015&PinnedHotelID=68028015&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102440000/102438400/102438305/3073e3d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gite au Calme à Melleran, Deux-sèvres, Nouvelle Aquitaine. 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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 Property Registration Number 4145096P01 ### 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 A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ## About the area Located in La Foret-de-Tesse, this cottage is in a rural area. Château de Javarzay and Castle Leray are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include The gardens of Argentor and Valley of the Monkeys. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking. [Visit our La Foret-de-Tesse travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Foret-De-Tesse.dx553248626912722937) [View more Cottages in La Foret-de-Tesse](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Foret-De-Tesse-Cottages.d553248626912722937-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C46.08211%2C0.06659&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=IYJxx6dkAO8aazBf5OASd7HJWuI=) La Forêt-de-Tessé, Nouvelle-Aquitaine ### What's nearby - Tourist Office Country Ruffécois - Antenna Ruffec - 18 min drive - 16.4 km - Château de Javarzay - 20 min drive - 18.4 km - Aire de Rejallant - 21 min drive - 19.4 km - Castle Leray - 28 min drive - 23.2 km - Valley of the Monkeys - 45 min drive - 43.4 km ### Getting around - Ruffec Station - 17 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪L'Etoile d'Or - ‬12 min drive - ‪Ragot Didier - ‬11 min drive - ‪Denis Luc - ‬13 min drive - ‪Ragot - ‬11 min drive - ‪Le Son's - ‬15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Spacious 1 Bedroom Cottage/Gîte with shared pool in the Charente have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Spacious 1 Bedroom Cottage/Gîte with shared pool in the Charente pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Spacious 1 Bedroom Cottage/Gîte with shared pool in the Charente? > Check-in begins at 3:30 PM. ### What time is check-out at Spacious 1 Bedroom Cottage/Gîte with shared pool in the Charente? > Check-out is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is Spacious 1 Bedroom Cottage/Gîte with shared pool in the Charente located? > Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 12 mi (20 km) of Château de Javarzay, Aire de Rejallant, and Tourist Office Country Ruffécois - Antenna Ruffec. Castle Leray and Saint-Leger Church are also within 16 mi (25 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Spacious 1 Bedroom Cottage/Gîte with shared pool in the Charente Reviews 10 ### 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 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna W. Jul 3, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent accommodation The owner was very helpful extremely clean property highly recommend swimming pool and grounds immaculate I will definitely being staying there again ##### Anna W. 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