Holiday houses in Benest

My Cute Little House

Set in the heart of Verteuil a petite citie de caractere in the Charente we welcome you to Ma jolie petite maison, a one double bedroomed gite that sleeps 4. The building is over 200 years old and has been completely refurbished in 2024. With exposed stone walls and original fireplaces, lit by vintage French chandeliers and tasteful wall lights, the gite is both cosy and comfortable. During your stay you will have exclusive use of the heated swimming pool and a large Moroccan style barn.

La Perdrix - Romantic hideaway in SW France

La Perdrix is a deceptively spacious gite (60 sqm) and oozes charm and character with original beams and exposed stone walls. Ideal for 2 but can accommodate up to 4 people comfortably. Ground floor: main bedroom with king size bed, bathroom, kitchen, living/dining room. Upstairs: 1 double bed on the mezzanine. All linen and bathroom towels provided. The private terrace is equipped with table, chairs & parasol overlooking the amazing heated pool and countryside beyond. Sorry no pets.

Pretty Cottage with Private Pool and Hot Tub

The Cottage is perfect for a back to nature holiday- but with a private Pool and Hot Tub. Peace and Tranquility-perfect for a couple to relax and enjoy Rural France. There are no other guests on the property. There are beautiful walks on the doorstep with a Medieval Millhouse on the Charente river 300 metres away and chemins stretching for miles around the area. The beautiful old Abbey Town of Charroux is 8 Kms distant and we are within half an hour of Civray, Ruffec & Confolens.

Village house & garden, private fishing lake

Epenede is a quiet rural village ideally suited for countryside walks & cycling, with lots of wildlife for bird watching and photography. This area is particularly known for its clear night skies and amazing star gazing. Just 3 km from the nearest shop/cafe bar and 13 km from the picturesque town of Confolens with shops, super markets, boulangeries, restaraunts, cafes and cinema. Poitiers, Angouleme & Limoges are about 45 min car journey from Epenede, offering Air & Rail links.

Lake View Retreat

Light and airy open plan studio apartment, FastWifi. Large Tv with French Amazon Prime and UK Freeview. DVD and Wii games console and accessories. French and English dvd's and board games. Kitchen area with hob, microwave and small oven for preparing light meals. Newly fitted shower room, ensuite. Large glass doors open onto a private, sunny, furnished decked area with bbq, overlooking the lake and woodlands. Private parking Many walks/cycling trails from the property

Gîte de la Sonnette

In a protected, hilly and wooded environment of Charente Limousine, traditional Charente house, completely restored, located in a one-hectare park. Large 50 m2 family room. Large stone terrace shaded by a stone pine. Wood-burning stove in the living room. Located on the edge of the village with direct access to the paths. Ideal setting for athletes and/or families wanting to enjoy nature and animals: Horses, sheep, chickens, ducks are present on the property.

Quiet house with view

Welcome to our cottage "Le repos du potier", a peaceful place on the edge of a hamlet. Ideal starting point for nature walks (Natura 2000). Nearby: Réjalant River (swimming, canoeing), Valley of the Monkeys, typical villages. (Ruffec, Confolens, Verteuil-sur-Charente, Nanteuil-en-Vallée). Further (45 min): Futuroscope, Poitiers, Angoulême. We also offer ceramic initiations and Raku cooking demonstrations in the neighboring workshop. Book soon!

17th century manor overlooking the Charente

Hidden in a green setting, the Pavilion is an old 17th century lordship overlooking the Charente river. Surrounded by one hectare of wooded garden, you will benefit of a large swimming pool and a nordic bath. Completely renovated in 2023, we have preserved the authenticity and character of this place steeped in history. Its large openings provide this home very bright spaces with breathtaking views of the entire valley and its river.

Accommodation & slow life in the countryside

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. You are housed in the main building of an old Charentaise farm, surrounded by nature, a 20-minute walk from the town of Confolens. Our hospitality and development themes: Charente, land of images. Slow life, we are quiet but connected. Refurbish, recycle, beautify. Respect nature, take care of the landscape.