Beautiful 16th Century Farmhouse with amazing views and private heated pool!

your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Beautiful 16th Century Farmhouse with amazing views and private heated pool!

A heated pool
Exterior
Interior
Exterior
Aerial view

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Montboyer, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
  • Chalais Tourism Office
    9 min drive
  • Saint-Jacques Church
    15 min drive
  • Monolithic Church of Saint-Jean
    16 min drive
  • Cognac (CNG-Chateaubernard)
    64 min drive

Room options

Similar properties

About the area

Montboyer

Located in Montboyer, this farm stay is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Chalais Tourism Office and Trarieux Square. .This family-friendly farm stay is 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from Aubeterre-sur-Dronne Tourism Office and 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from Saint-Jacques Church.

What's nearby

  • Chalais Tourism Office - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Aubeterre-sur-Dronne Tourism Office - 15 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Monolithic Church of Saint-Jean - 16 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Circuit de Haute Saintonge - 23 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Les Antilles de Jonzac - 53 min drive - 55.9 km

Getting around

  • Chalais Station - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Flore - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Crêperie Sel et Sucre - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪La Taverne - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Le Garage - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Chez Isa - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Beautiful 16th Century Farmhouse with amazing views and private heated pool!

Maison Primevere is a beautiful 16th century farmhouse with original features throughout. The house is set in enclosed gardens, front and rear, with spectacular views of the Charente countryside with a private, heated and alarmed 12m x 5m swimming pool. There are 2 double bedrooms upstairs both with ensuites and a downstairs childrens bedroom with bunk beds, a single and double bed. Travel cot also available. The Farmhouse also has a self contained gite at one end of the house which has it's own kitchen plus a double bedroom and shower room. The Farmhouse can sleep up to 10/12 people, ideally 6 adults plus children. Games room with Table Tennis, football table, Wii & lots of board games. Wifi available. The house is well equipped to meet all family needs for a fabulous holiday! Situated within a 10 minute walk to the local village of Montboyer with it's Award winning Artisan Boulangerie and Restaurant with a lively atmosphere and entertainment through the summer. Boulangerie Painpoline has been mentioned in the Michelin Food & Travel Guide this year! Within a 15
minute drive is beautiful Aubeterre Sur Dronne, one of the 100 most beautiful villages in France with it's subterranean church, superb restaurants, river beach and canoeing. Chalais is also very nearby with it's weekly market and amenities, plus tennis, golf, canoeing, zip wire adventures and Chateaux to visit. The beautiful walled city of Angouleme is 30 minute drive and Bordeaux region with it's superb wineries just an hour's drive away as well as the Atlantic coast and beautiful seaside resort of Royan!


La Maison Primevere est une belle ferme du 16ème siècle avec des éléments d'origine partout. La maison est située dans des jardins clos, avant et arrière, avec des vues spectaculaires sur la campagne charentaise avec une piscine privée, chauffée et alarmée de 12 mx 5 m. Il y a 2 chambres doubles à l'étage avec salle de bains privative et une chambre d'enfants en bas avec des lits superposés. un lit simple et un lit double. Lit de voyage également disponible. La ferme dispose également d'un gîte indépendant à une extrémité de la maison qui possède sa propre cuisine ainsi qu'une chambre double et une salle de douche. Le Mas peut accueillir jusqu'à 10/12 personnes, idéalement 6 adultes et enfants. Salle de jeux avec tennis de table, table de football, Wii et nombreux jeux de société. Wifi disponible. La maison est bien équipée pour répondre à tous les besoins de la famille pour des vacances fabuleuses! Situé à 10 minutes à pied du village local de Montboyer avec sa boulangerie artisanale et son restaurant primé avec une atmosphère animée et des animations tout au long de l'été. La Boulangerie Painpoline est mentionnée dans le Guide Michelin Food & Travel cette année ! À 10 minutes en voiture se trouve la magnifique Aubeterre Sur Dronne, l'un des 100 plus beaux villages de France avec son église souterraine, ses superbes restaurants, sa plage fluviale et son canoë. Chalais est également très proche avec son marché hebdomadaire et ses commodités, ainsi que le tennis, le golf, le canoë, les aventures en tyrolienne et les châteaux à visiter. La belle ville fortifiée d'Angoulême est à 30 minutes en voiture et la région bordelaise avec ses superbes vignobles à seulement une heure de route ainsi que la côte atlantique et la belle station balnéaire de Royan !
There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. The bathroom has a bathtub and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a spa tub or take in the view from a garden. Additional features at this farm stay include concierge services, an arcade/game room, and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Judy Andrews

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi

Things to do

  • Arcade/games room
  • Cycling
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Kayaking
  • Playground
  • A hot tub
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis

Guest services

  • Concierge services

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden

More

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smoke-free property
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV/satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Fridge
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Private pool

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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 GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Beautiful 16th Century Farmhouse with amazing views and private heated pool! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay at a true gem of a farmhouse
We had a wonderful holiday, the perfect blend between out-and-about every day to local markets and towns, lunches, wine and chilled beers in shady squares. Kayaking expedition back to Aubeterre-sur-Dronne. The farmhouse is a wonderful base from which to explore from. Then, after a day out, returning to enjoy the pool (which is magnificent). The pizza oven was awesome and we had great success in making our own pizzas from scratch. So successful in fact that I now need to buy one for home. The farmhouse, with all its facilities, is perfect for all ages from teens (table tennis and pool table - a great hit) to board games for little ones. There are plenty of outside spaces to enjoy whatever time of day, whether it's poolside or at the front to see the rolling views and sunsets. The contact (Jackie) during our stay was brilliant and nothing was too much trouble when we needed assistance for different things. The welcome to the property was made delightful by a variety of food and a bottle of wine, so we did indeed feel most welcomed. We would definitely book again if returning to the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Louise D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded country retreat
A traditional French country house, clean and tidy with good facilities. Bikes were helpfully left at the house for us to use. We enjoyed the table tennis table, darts etc on our evenings in. We sadly didn't have very good weather but the garden area, pool etc would be great in the sun. Montboyer is very quiet but the local restaurant and bakery are worth visiting. The house is in a good location for exploring, we loved Aubeterre and Brantome and also had a great day in Cognac.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B., Belgium

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful place to get away from it all!
Superb old farmhouse with a lovely garden in a great area for walking and it's dog-friendly too, such a bonus! It was really quiet and peaceful so if you need to chill out this is definitely for you. The house is really spacious, nicely furnished and as a keen cook I particularly loved the bright and practical kitchen. The local organic boulangerie at the bottom of the hill is to die for and there is a big, recently renovated supermarket about 6km away so no need to go far for food, another plus. The owner is very friendly and helpful and we had a thoroughly enjoyable break!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Prabal C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect setting and space
Place was great; management responsive; recommend reserving for setting and truly terrific views. Some things had To be set up on arrival.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Nienke v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing holiday
We really loved to stay in this property. Beautiful surrounding and pool. Perfect for a relaxing holiday with friends

10/10 Excellent

Neil P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A fantastic property in a perfect setting
We had a fantastic summer break at Chez Gigon and will certainly return in the future. The cottage is very spacious and comfortable and you sometimes forget it's a 16th century farm building! The setting is perfect - even though there are neighbouring properties you wouldn't realise as it was so quiet and rarely heard anybody else. The surrounding countryside is so scenic with great views from so many places inside and outside. The pool area makes this property. We used it every day - ate every meal on the patio area as well as fun in the pool, and again so quiet and peaceful. Montboyer is a 10-15 minute walk away. Not a lot going on there but the restaurant is first class (recommend the pizzas) and they do takeaway. The boulangerie is great also and provided our breakfast every morning - it's a 10 minute walk down the hill towards Montboyer but it will take you longer to walk back (good fitness training walking back up the hill :-) ). Overall a fantastic stay and would highly recommend.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Helen G., Worcestershire

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect break in the most beautiful property!!
Chez Gigon is the most gorgeously decorated and located property in the south of France. We spent a very lazy week there with our two sons 15 & 18 years old. With it's own large private pool, games room, Wifi and plenty of space, they were never bored. The owners have thought of everything and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Montboyer is a beautiful, friendly village. We were surrounded by sunflowers and blue skies. Bliss! Thank you :O) xxx
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Liliana B.

Lovely, rustic house in beautiful and peaceful location.
We had a great two weeks at Montboyer. The house is well equipped and the grounds are very pleasant, with lots of areas to relax. Beautiful views to the surrounding countryside. We had a lot of fun riding bikes, exercising on the trampoline and swimming. The highlights included long walks and foraging for blackberries, daily trips to buy bread at an amazing bakery down the road (selling organic, sourdough and gluten free bread!), and visits to Cognac, Bordeaux, and many local vineyards.
Stayed 17 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas T.

Incredible first family holiday
We had an absolutely brilliant time in Montboyer. The house was very well equipped for two young families- there was lots to do in the house (swim,table tennis, boules etc) and it is a lovely, spacious home- it felt like we weren't on top of one another. We particularly enjoyed evenings outdoors, either on the terrace by the pool or in the small barn area. We stayed in Montboyer during the heatwave and we received great service from Charles who sought out two extra fans for us to help with sleep at night. The area surrounding the villa is gorgeous and we really enjoyed the views and the walks down to the bakery and the restaurant. The local restaurant is brilliant; the food is delicious and it is so reasonably priced! We enjoyed time in Aubeterre and Saint Aulaye nearby. We would recommend the villa without hesitation- the owner was always very welcoming and helpful before our stay. We had a fantastic two weeks there and we would love to return if the chance arises.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Hazel T.

Lovely house; fantastic pool; pleasure to have stayed in
My family and I (2 adults, 2 kids) have just returned from a fantastic stay in Chez Gigon. The house is immaculate, as is the pool. It's spacious, comfortable, very well maintained and has spectacular views. The owners were a pleasure to deal with. The walk to the local bakery, first thing in the morning, past the sunflowers, and corn fields was really memorable. Lots to do nearby. We had a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tina W.

Well presented.Peaceful,spacious and private.
Lovely holiday.Very private,spacious,lovely pool and garden.Excellent boulangerie in the local village of Montboyer.Also very close amenities (10 minute drive) in Montmoreau,supermarket,butcher,bakery,vet & market.Also lovely market in Chalais which is only a 10 minute drive also.All round good location and property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

simon g.

A perfect family escape to the country
We had a wonderful stay in this lovely farmhouse. There is a huge amount of space and the swimming pool is secluded, warm and a really good size. The children spent hours in the water and mum and dad spent hours on the sun loungers! Even when it was raining the house was great to spend time in. We have all improved our table-tennis skills and loved completing the jigsaw puzzles. The local village is very small so Chalais was our go to for shops etc. There is a Lidl and Super U and a weekly market. We would recommend this house for families and it is big enough for two families to join forces. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

andrew hopkins

Lovely week in the farmhouse
I've been going to the Dordogne/Charente area every year for 6-7 years and staying in different houses each time. This place is your classic farmhouse with rustic beams and the like. The house is reasonably well equipped (a few basics like oil, salt & pepper would be nice) and has a 2nd large fridge in the utility room for your beer & wine. A massive bedroom is downstairs with bunk beds and a double that leads off the Kitchen. Two further doubles with en-suites are upstairs but mind your head as the door to one is only 4-5ft high and access to the en-suite in the other bedroom is also impeded by a beam. Good practice for your inner core to duck under them though :). The bathrooms are simple and basic but clean. There is a very nice lounge downstairs and a fabulous games room with a table tennis table to have a break from the sunshine outside. The beautiful pool is accessed through the games room and along a path to a nice patio area. The front of the house has some outdoor space for a bit of cricket and beautiful views across the valley and down into Montboyer. The village has a bakery (although it was closed for two weeks 1st to 15th August when we were there so suspect they go on holiday about then each year) and a nice restaurant, The Bistrot Des Halles. If you want to book in the restaurant, pop in and ask as it is booked up quite quickly as only around 40-45 covers. Ignore the restaurant website as it wrongly said it was closed on Wednesdays and they don't respond to emails. Overall a good place to stay with a very nice pool

10/10 Excellent

Martine L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Séjour familial au soleil
Très bon séjour dans cette grande maison où chacun avait son espace Très agréable piscine et alentours très calmes Un peu loin du village où il n’y a qu’un restaurant, pour les courses il faut faire 10km
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gijs d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house for family holiday.
We had a wonderful stay in Montboyer. We were there for a week with two families with teenagers. We had a wonderful time with enough to do and enough space for everyone. Contact with the owner and with the person that takes care of everything on location was excellent. Thanks for your hospitality and I am sure we will be back.

10/10 Excellent

Anne D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maison reposante et avec beaucoup de charme.
La propriétaire nous a gentiment prêté 2 vélos. Maison bien équipée. Deux toutes petites remarques : - piscine grande et chauffée mais de profondeur constante de 1,50m environ. - lits faits mais si possible, il serait souhaitable de discuter avant de l'occipation des chambres.

10/10 Excellent

Laetitia V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Parfait pour un séjour en famille ou entre amis
Très belle demeure, le charme de l’ancien rénové avec goût. Grande piscine chauffée et uniquement accessible par l’arrière de la maison (porte fermant à clé), parfait pour la sécurité des jeunes enfants. Très bien équipée, ping-pong, trampoline, cage de foot et jeux : idéal pour un séjour avec des enfants. Emplacement au calme au milieu des champs de tournesols. A 10 mn du charmant village d’Aubeterre sur drone et de la rivière. Nous reviendrons avec plaisir!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Anne Michèle L.

Belle et confortable propriété
Nous avons passé un très agréable séjour. Propriété très agréable et super avec notre chien. La boulangerie en bas du village est top. Top pour vacances en famille ou entre amis
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020