The four thatched gites have been beautifully and sympathetically renovated from 200 year old barns and retain exposed thick stone walls and wooden beamed ceilings. Each cottage has both electric heating and a huge wood burning stove for wonderfully cosy evenings.

Books and games for all ages are found in each of the cottages. Some gites have their own washing machine but there is also an additional laundry room for all to use.

Three of the cottages are perfect retreats for families of 4-5. The largest cottage is La Grange which can sleep up to 7, and comes complete with a ‘lit-close’ - a traditional bed for farmers to stay close to their livestock in winter. Don’t worry though- the animals have long gone and it just acts as a perfect hideaway for toddlers and children!

The star of the show for many will be the wonderful heated pool. You can easily while away many sunny hours lounging on the terrace, watching the children or having a swim yourself. There is loads of space in the grounds for family ball games such as football, cricket and boules.

Table tennis will delight the older children, and younger ones will happily play around on the swings.

Step through the gate and onto the river towpath for some easy cycling, or kayak straight from the banks at La Garenne. Or simply wander the beautifully tended gardens or surrounding country lanes for some gentle outdoor adventures.