Pandora's cottage is a peaceful haven, surrounded by flowers and countryside walks. With its sun-soaked patio, gas BBQ, and bikes for exploring nearby villages, this retreat offers relaxation and adventure.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Fireplace
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About this property
Quiet, Characterful Cottage in Countryside
If you’re looking for a holiday away from it all, this is the perfect place! Our cottage “Pandora’s” is situated at the end of a short Allée, edged with flowers, hollyhocks, roses, and lavender, etc. There’s a sun soaked patio, countryside walks, and chickens providing fresh eggs for your breakfast. With thick stone walls, the property is cool in summer, cozy in winter. The cottage has a large lounge, separate dining room, and a well stocked kitchen. Upstairs are two double bedrooms, plus a mezzanine with single bed, and a newly fitted bathroom. We live in a converted barn opposite with our three cats and two parrots, so are on hand if you have any queries. Our African Grey Parrot likes to sit outside in her cage in the summer and talk to our guests! Our chickens are very friendly, a great hit with children-one even lays green eggs! We are in the process of making a special enclosed chicken garden for them, filled with chicken friendly plants. The terrace is a real sun trap, with table, chairs and a BBQ. There is also a cool area under the trees, just across the road, with a swing seat, and bistro table and chairs to relax with a book, or a glass of wine. We have two comfortable sun loungers for use either here or on the patio. If you’re feeling energetic, there are bikes for your use, to cycle to a nearby village for croissants etc and to explore the beautiful countryside. The coast is just a short drive away with sandy beaches, and rocky coves, or visit the picturesque villages of Talmont, or Meschers. The larger towns of Royan with it’s colourful marina and weekly market, and historic Saintes are an easy drive away. Please do feel free to contact us if you have any questions about the property, location etc
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
Music library
TV
Outdoor areas
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Things to do
Bicycles
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: PLEASE NOTE-upstairs windows aren’t child safe!
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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 USD 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Frequently asked questions
Is Quiet, Characterful Cottage in Countryside pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Quiet, Characterful Cottage in Countryside?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Quiet, Characterful Cottage in Countryside?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Quiet, Characterful Cottage in Countryside located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 12 mi (20 km) of Saint-Eutrope Church, Musée de l'Échevinage, and Saintes Amphitheatre. Saintes Cathedral and Musée d'Archeologie are also within 12 mi (20 km).
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Exceptional
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The welcome of the owners of the cottage is heartwarming. They go the extra length to make your stay as comfortable as possible. The cottage has got everything you need, even appletrees for your fruit, chickens for your eggs and a vegetable garden for your tomatoes and herbs. A wonderful place in the heart of the Charente Maritime.
What a terrific place - on many levels. We loved the area, Mel and Roy were great. Highly recommended - the reviews are bang on.
Looking forward to the model traction engine displays and developments with Mel's hair styling next year....Paul & Elaine
The cottage is exactly as described on the website.
It was nice to meet the very friendly owners, the outside space is limited, but we knew this would be the case on booking.
We choose this cottage for its location, and were not disappointed.
A lovely cottage in the countryside with charming and knowledgeable hosts. Tranquil, immaculate, with well-equipped kitchen and comfortable beds. Deeply rural but close to nearby markets, bakeries and boucheries. A tour of the surrounding 12th-century churches is a must.
Excellent quiet stay, we are at home among the birds and Mélanie's beautiful garden. Mel and Ray are adorable with lots of intentions that make life sweet. I extended my stay twice!!!
This cottage is superb! Mel and Roy are wonderful hosts. Everything and more you need is at hand they have thought of everything.
The cottage is immaculate and the outside space is a suntrap. We arrived as strangers and left as friends.
We recommend Pandora Cottage its a must if you are in the area. We really didn't want to leave and hope to return again. Colette and Steve
Absolutely lovely Cottage, full of charm, beautifully clean and tidy with all mod cons and a well equipped kitchen. Wimbledon was on during my stay and UK tv was set up within minutes of asking if it was available for which another huge thank you!!
On which note, Mel and Roy were wonderful hosts, very polite, kind and friendly. No hesitation at all in recommending them and their lovely Cottage to other interested guests.
See you both again soon I hope.
Arriving at our vacation spot with the flu is not the best way to start the vacation.But that's not a problem when you arrive at Mélanie and Roy's. Melanie immediately offered me cough syrup and honey and lemon to make a throat tea. We felt like we were arriving at a friend's house.The house is charming, tastefully decorated, a bottle of "rosé wine" and fresh eggs from the hens awaited us.Melanie and Roy take great care of their tenants without being intrusive. Georges the parrot wants to be taken care of and is delighted if you talk to him.This place is an oasis of calm and the garden is lovingly maintained. We can only recommend this rental and hope to return soon.
Wir haben ein paar schöne Tage verlebt. Die Gastgeber waren sehr höflich, zuvorkommend und haben uns sehr gut aufgenommen sowie bei Fragen und Unternehmungen unterstützt.
Die Unterkunft war genauso, wie es die Bilder versprachen. Mit Liebe zum Detail eingerichtetes Haus, in wunderschöner Lage. Mit Gastgebern, die sich dezent im Hintergrund hielten und doch da waren, als es aufgrund einer Autopanne nötig war. Absolut empfehlenswert. Wir planen schon ein nächstes Mal. Vielen Dank.
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour dans une charmante maison où il y avait tout ce qu'il fallait.On a été très bien accueilli par les propriétaires. Ma petite fille était aux anges car elle nourrissait les poules et elle allait voir les perroquets et en plus elle a pu faire du vélo. On est prêt à y retourner. M. et Mme Huvier
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Gîte très convivial et chaleureux ,joliment décoré et assez spacieux.
Mélanie et Roy sont des hôtes super gentils, ils ont eu plein de délicates attentions à notre arrivée. Ils sont là si besoin.
Je recommande le lieu.
Mon fils et moi même avons passé une très bonne semaine. Le gîte est au calme et très bien équipé. Les propriétaires ont des tas de délicates attentions à notre égard dès notre arrivée. Ils sont très gentils et accueillants.
Et pour les activités, elles sont riches et nombreuses pas très très loin. C'était très bien.
Le logement est très mignon et surtout il fait frais ! Il y a tous ce qu'il faut a l'intérieur comme a l'extérieur. C'est confortable et très pratique.
La maison a 20 30 minute des plages, de Saintes et Royan. Il y a énormément de chose a faire.
C'est très calme, Mel et Roy sont des gens incroyablement gentils, chaleureux, discret et vraiment très sympathique, c'était un réel plaisir de les rencontrer et de pouvoir discuter avec eux.
Nous étions avec notre fille de 5 ans, elle était aux anges de pouvoir voir les poules et autres animaux.
C'était difficile de partir car, on était vraiment bien !
Très bon accueil, maison charmante et propre à l'arrivée.
Nous avons passé un très bon séjour.
Seul petit bémol: la télévision ne fonctionnait pas correctement. Mais nous n'avons signalé le problème qu'à notre départ
Fenêtres à l'étage potentiellement dangereuses pour de jeunes enfants. A sécuriser si possible.
Un grand merci à Mel et Roy pour leur disponibilité, leur gentillesse, leurs nombreuses attentions en tant qu'hôtes
Je recommande vivement cette location ou tout est fait pour le confort des vacanciers : lits faits, linge de toilette à l'arrivée...
Maison très fonctionnelle
Nous avons séjourné dans ce cottage très agréable équipé très propre et calme à 30mn des plages. Mel et Roy se sont mis en quatre pour rendre ce séjour encore plus appréciable. Tout est à disposition et mérite réellement de s attarder dans cet endroit de la Charente maritime peu connu et ressourçant. Merci encore à Mel et Roy pour votre accueil.