Old Atelier Gite - Beautiful 4-Star Old Stone Cottage, Private Garden, Wi-Fi – Home 7215732 Gite
- 1 bedroom
- 2 sleeps
- 7 nights min stay
Old Atelier Gite - Beautiful 4-Star Old Stone Cottage, Private Garden, Wi-Fi – Home 7215732
- Gite
- 1 bedroom
- sleeps 2
- 7 nights min stay
Key Info
- Nearest beach 6 mi
- Not suitable for children
- Car advised
- No pets allowed
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
Welcome to the “Old Atelier" Gîte - a beautifully converted old stone cottage with its own secure garden - free WiFi - an idyllic rural hideaway for two. This is a quiet rural location where you can really lose yourself, far away from the usual hurly-burly but just 6km from the N10 motorway and the bustling town of Ruffec, which lies on the beautiful Charente River.
It is now twelve years since we bought our beautiful Charentais barn, and five years since we converted one of the outhouses into a Gîte. We have had such a positive experience in letting this out, that we decided we should also convert a lovely old stone workshop into another gîte. The Old Atelier has its own entrance further along the drive with gates opening onto a large gravelled parking area, with plenty of room for both Boules and Barbecuing, then down a couple of stone steps into the secluded garden area which is equipped with comfortable reclining chairs, assorted tables, chairs, and the very important parasol.
The conversion was completed a couple of years ago now, and it was very important to us that it was carried out sympathetically, and to a very high standard. We are proud to have been awarded the prestigious 4-Star accolade by Charentes Tourisme under the 'Meublés de Tourisme" scheme.
We are particularly keen to provide everything we think is important for a happy holiday: a local oak dining table, a dishwasher, Broadband Wi-fi, Denby bone china, sharp knives, two types of corkscrew, a huge flat-screen TV with 5.1 cinema surround-sound, UK TV & lots of good DVDs, plus a large, firm and especially comfortable bed, and a large walk-in shower...
Outside, in the secluded gated garden, there are three discrete relaxing areas, the main north-facing dining area for summer dining away from the direct heat, a smaller east-facing dining area for breakfasts, coffee etc., and a south-facing relaxation area with reclining chairs and a small table with a large parasol for that all-important soaking up of the wonderful Charentais sun. Remember in the lovely summer micro-climate of the Charente, clouds are rarely seen and it stays warm until 2am - perfect for an extremely leisurely al-fresco apéritif and barbecue, as you unwind at the end of a long day!
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Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
- 1 Full bath
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Private garden
- Grill
- Patio
- Internet access
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Iron
- TV
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Secure parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Policies
- Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
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This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: ($154.44) £125.00 - Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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About the owner
Rob & Lene D.
- Calendar last updated:
- 15 Apr 2024
- Years listed:
- 7
- Based in:
- United Kingdom
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Languages spoken: English
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Reviews
Excellent
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“Perfect in every way....”
Just returned from a 2 week stay in this lovely gite. Very quiet, rural location with everything you need just a 10 minute drive away. The gite is very well equipped, spotlessly clean and super comfo… More
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“Perfect romantic hideaway!”
This small cottage packs a big punch. There is an excellent level of cleanliness and comfort, and a decently provisioned kitchen, the only thing missing being a frying pan. The welcome food pack was… More
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Response from the owner Many thanks indeed for your lovely review, and it was great to hear that you enjoyed your stay in the Old Atelier Gite so much. We are so sorry that we somehow managed to leave out the frying pan from your kitchen equipment, which should be absolutely comprehensive. Thank you for your appreciation of our Welcome Pack, and we can only join with you in your enjoyment of the night sky, which is indeed something of a revelation to us Brits! We hope that we may be able to welcome you back one day. With best wishes from Rob & Lene.
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“Very comfortable stay”
Very quiet location but only a short drive from Ruffec town. Well equipped and a very comfortable bed. The welcome pack was a lovely touch and well received after a long drive, thank you. Fant… More
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Response from the owner Thank you so much for your nice review, and we were very pleased that you like the bed! It was also good to hear that our efforts to provide great value for money have been successful, thanks again for being such lovely guests.
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“Second visit, never a disappointment.”
Set in a lovely rural village with good access to N10 for exploring further afield, this beautifully equipped and maintained Gite is in the perfect location for those who love the Charente region of F… More
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Response from the owner Thank you so much for your lovely review, it's very good of you to take the time to pass on your experiences to other prospective guests. We hope to welcome you to the Old Atelier again in the future.
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“Highly recommended”
Beautiful gite with a private and relaxing garden. Very well appointed inside with everything you need for a short stay. Only a short drive to Ruffec with all the restaurants and shops you could need.… More
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Response from the owner Thank you so much for leaving such a positive review of the Old Atelier Gite.We were especially pleased to hear about your enjoyment of the Garden, and we hope that we might be able to welcome you back again in the future.
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“Quiet, comfortable and well-appointed.”
Enjoyed our short stay. Lovely location and great welcome-pack of goodies on arrival. Enjoyed walks locally and made a good base from which to see local attractions.
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Response from the owner Thank you very much for your kind review of the Old Atelier Gite. It was so good to hear how much you enjoyed your stay.
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“Perfect Gite!”
Lovely gite in a great location for touring the beautiful countryside. Everything provided for a perfect stay, very clean and well maintained. Nice spacious private garden, perfect for sipping a glass… More
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Response from the owner Thank you for your lovely review - it's so good to hear how much you enjoyed your stay.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Lovely”
Excellent quiet location but within a short drive of Ruffec and the N10. The gite was very clean , nice decor and spacious. The welcome pack was the best we have had and pretty much everything that we… More
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Response from the owner It is very good of you to leave such a comprehensive review, and it makes us happy to read that you had such an enjoyable experience staying in the Old Atelier. Thank you so much.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“This gite was in paradise!”
An absolute gem! Beautifully maintained and furnished to a very high degree. And plenty of nearby villages and towns of great interest that will just absorb you in every way. Really didn't want t… More
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Response from the owner Many thanks indeed for your lovely review, and it was great to hear that you enjoyed your stay in the Old Atelier Gite so much. We were pleased that you liked the area as well, and hope that we may be able to welcome you back one day. With best wishes from Rob & Lene.
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“Beautiful gite in perfect location”
This is a delightful Gite, roomy, comfortable and very tastefully furnished, with everything you need for a peaceful stay in a beautiful rural part of France. The welcome pack was a real surprise as w… More
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Response from the owner Thank you so much for leaving such a very lovely review, and it was really good to hear your appreciation of the Old Atelier - and of our little restaurant reviews too! We very much look forward to welcoming you back to La Renaudiere again in the future, and we are very happy indeed that you so obviously had a good time!
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Rob & Lene (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Rob & Lene (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Rob & Lene (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Rob & Lene the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Or send Rob & Lene (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Rob & Lene (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Rob & Lene (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Rob & Lene (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Rob & Lene (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Rob & Lene (the owner) a message.
If Rob & Lene (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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