We list below but a few of the many attractions, adventures and day's out that are available in our area. Many more details are included in our information packs placed in each gite. we think you will find that two weeks is just not enough time to sample all that Charente Maritime has to offer

 A selection of walks and rides from 6km to 24km taking in the beautiful countryside and using as little major roads as possible. For those who require a more demading cycle ride, we have routes upto  km along with the opportunity to hire the cycles through   http://www.bikehiredirect.com

NEED TO RELAX  Reflexology ; Reiki; Indian Head massage When you need to relax, take a short stroll down the country lane and visit Penny Wyatt-Gold and enjoy a session to lift your mind, body and soul. Afterwards taking the slow gently walk and return to  L'Ancienne Ecole Gites and your family. Contact direct  0033 (0)546 959 913 ( Penny is Bi-lingual) Or we can arrange your appointment if you prefer.

Available for sale at L'Ancienne Ecole Gites. Pure, natural and just the way the bees intended it to taste, Liquid or Set at less than 4euro's per jar.

  An independant website with all things related to the village of Chadeniers

 A chance to see our weather NOW and the forcasts for the coming days

Three FREE superb evenings on the beach at Royan a musical spectacular. Not to be missed 30 Kilometres

The famous maritime museum at La Rochelle a must for those interested in all things maritime 98 Kilometres

Gardens and butterfly's at Royan 30 Kilometres

Trips  along the coast line the estuary or the Lighthouse  from Royan 30 Kilometres

RENAISSANCE CHATEAU  An adventure to discover the m

 Interactive centre to discover a time prehistoric  very interesting

 Wildlife park and flower gardens next to the Baleines Lighthouse on the Isle de Re  

 A lovely in the Chateau d'Oleron

The wonders of the deep at La Rochelle  98 Kilometres

Small childrens farm and adventures 40 Kilometres

CHILDREN'S ADVENTURE PARK   Childrens adventure park Saint Palais sur mer 45 Kilometres

All who visit this zoo declare "its the best we've seen a big day out" at Royan 30 Kilometres

 Race family and friends around this challenging track only 17 Kilometres away

LE CHAILLAUD    Botanical gardens glorious chateau and the chance to buy wines and cognacs at St Andre de Lidon 8 Kilometres

A full day or maybe rent a room at the many local hotels and make a weekend of this enormous spectacle 185 Kilometres

"A good walk spoilt" some may say but for other a pleasure beyond words. Many links to courses in our area

FANCY A TIPPLE

Below are all the famous names for Cognac. Have a look, but remember, we also have many excellent Chateau's who create their very own wines and brandy not to forget the speciality of the region Pineau Charentais.

Red or white this really needs to be drank cold . Maybe Pineau Charentais is one of the many reasons we in the Charente Maritime smile so much

COURVOISIER         MARTELL        REMY       OTARD      HENNESSY