Holiday gites in Poitou-Charentes
Two lovely self catering cottages with a swimming pool in South West France
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Motorcycling in rural France
However you like to take your motorcycling, there’s much on offer around us in Vanzay. Whether you prefer lazy touring, or are a little more plus rapide, you’ll find much to enjoy. If you’ve ridden your bike in France you…
Read MoreClassic Jaguars and a classic Citroën DS this summer
We are more used to hosting Citroën owners and enthusiasts and so we were delighted to have David and Jane bring their E-type to stay. When David contacted us through our website I was quite looking forward to having a…
Read MoreWhat is a Café Gourmand?
A Classic Café Gourmand to end lunch at a restaurant in Couhe, France
Read MoreRomanesque churches of medieval Melle
Melle is a busy small town about 25 minutes drive from Vanzay. Melle was founded in the reign of Charlemagne as a mining centre and was, for a time, the home of the French mint, although silver had been mined…
Read MoreExploring the medieval history of Poitou-Charentes
Poitou-Charentes has had a turbulent history that has left a rich cultural and architectural heritage. This heritage is best represented by the numerous churches, many of which are Romanesque and served pilgrims on the route to Santiago de Compostela. Over…
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