Le Grand Gite
Le Beau Chateau Charente/Dordogne
Nearest Airport: Angouleme |
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Ideal for one or two families with babies and children.
Sleeps 8 plus a baby in a cot At a glance
Village: Walking distance to 2 bars, Post Office and 10th Century church
Heated pool
Wifi Hotspot
Welcome pack provided
Baby pack available on request
English speaking babysitting available
Le Grand Gite is one of 6 gites at the stunning Beau Chateau. Click here to find out more about the Chateau and its other child friendly gites. The best family holiday we have been on, nothing was too much for Nicki and David. They went out of their way to ensure we were enjoying ourselves, were happy to assist with directions, eating out info etc and most of all great fun. Lisa and Family July 08This, the largest of the 6 gîtes, sleeps up to 9 people plus a baby in a cot. There are 4 bedrooms - two doubles, one twin and the fourth bedroom has a single and a small double - which can be used flexibly to accommodate 3 children or children and 1 adult. One of the double bedrooms is on the ground floor and has its own en-suite shower room, ideal for family members with limited mobility. The double bedroom upstairs also has an en-suite bathroom and there is a third bathroom for the rest of the family. ‘Le Grand Gîte enjoys fabulous views of the Charente countryside.
Downstairs Le Grand Gîte has an open plan, split level kitchen and living area with large French doors which open out onto the terrace and the fabulous views beyond.`Outside
The terrace is equipped with a BBQ and gives you a clear view over the sand pit, swimming pool and the fields beyond. Its location within the grounds means that you can relax outside your gîte whilst watching the children playing happily in the grounds. Parent Point! The living area is split-level, with one step between levels  Baby and Toddler Friendly:
• Enclosed swimming pools (adult and toddler pools)
• Enclosed grounds
• Outdoor climbing frames
• Trampoline
• Sand pit
• Large outdoor games eg snakes and ladders
• Toy barn
• Table tennis, table football and air hockey
• Stairgates
• Bed guard
• Cots and cot linen
• Baby monitor with `walk about` handset
• Microwave
• Steriliser
• High chair (s)
• Booster seat
• Hand blender
• Plastic plates, cups and cutlery
• Potty
• Step
• Changing mat
• Bath toys
• Bouncy chair
• Washing machine
note: please refer to the property fact-sheet (link under the main photo above) for specific details of what equipment and facilities are available in the gite or on request at time of booking. For the children
If the solar heated pool, trampoline, sand pit and climbing frames are not enough there is always La Bergerie - the indoor play area- that has been beautifully renovated to provide a safe and shady area for the children to play in. As for the grown-ups: well, if the children are happy then - with a glass of chilled rosé in hand - the chances are they will be too!Archery, mountain biking, paragliding, horse riding, golfing and more.
Le Beau Château has become a centre for archery. Children and adults alike can have a go at this historic sport with the help and guidance of an expert. The natural protection provided by the `bowl-like` geography of the area means that most days are perfect for having a go. Alternatively mountain bikes are available for hire and there are plenty of trails to explore. If you do need to keep in touch there is even a Wifi hotspot here so you can log-on wirelessly. If that is not enough there are local facilities for paragliding, horse riding, golf and more besides. You are unlikely to be stuck for things to do! Note: Please bring your own swimming towels. Baby-sitting and home cooked food is available at extra cost (all payable locally) - please enquire at the time of booking. And Beyond..
Le Beau Château is situated within a delightful Charentais village, perched on a hill. Its tranquil village location allows for gentle walks to one of the two bars, the 10th century church, to the village Post Office or into the countryside beyond. The Charente is a wonderfully rural department with pleasant rolling countryside and pretty little villages. There are many, many places to explore, from the local markets and restaurants to the larger towns of Riberac, Brantôme and Angouleme. Your Journey
Getting to the west of France is no longer a chore. With great deals available from many local airports in the UK to Angouleme, Limoges, Poitiers, Bergerac, Bordeaux or even La Rochelle, it is worth considering flying to your destination and hiring a car. It is also quite possible to drive to this part of France being about 8 hours from Caen. We can recommend family friendly hotels for your journey down if you want to break the trip in the stunning Loire Valley and visit a chateau or two. Just enquire and we can advise you on what suits your family best. Before booking, please read about Realistic Expectations. You should also read our Terms and Conditions.
| Arrive |
Depart |
Time |
Carrier |
| Poitiers |
Stansted |
1 hour 30 mins |
Ryanair |
| La Rochelle |
Dublin, Stansted |
2 hours 20 mins |
Ryanair |
| La Rochelle |
Bristol, Gatwick |
2 hours 20 mins |
Easyjet |
| La Rochelle |
Southampton, Birmingham |
2 hours 20 mins |
Flybe |
| Bergerac |
East Midlands, Liverpool, Stansted |
1 hour 30 mins |
Ryanair |
| Limoges |
Liverpool, Stansted |
1 hour 30 mins |
Ryanair |
| Bordeaux |
East Midlands, Manchester |
1 hour 30 mins |
BMI baby |
| Bordeaux |
Bristol |
1 hour 30 mins |
Easyjet |
| Bergerac |
Southampton, Leeds, Exeter, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Gatwick, Manchester |
1 hour 30 minutes |
Flybe |
| Bordeaux |
Gatwick |
1 hour 30 mins |
British Airways |
| Angouleme |
Stansted |
20 minutes |
Ryanair |
Gallery 
The dining area.
The Master double bedroom with en-suite bathroom.
A small double and single bed in the fourth bedroom.
The second double bedroom.
The twin bedroom.
The stunning pools at Le Beau Chateau.
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