No. 2 Avenue Marguerite de Valois is a traditional two-storey terraced farm worker’s house, dating back several centuries.It has been extended and altered over time and recently been sympathetically refurbished by the owners and equipped to a high standard. With three bedrooms, bathroom, wc/utility room, living room and kitchen dining-room it comfortably accommodates five guests. For those who cannot leave the outside world behindwe have excellent broadband connected to the TV.

Away from the bustle of the street is a quiet, south-facing courtyard;. Beyond that there is an semi-wild area with an orchard planted and on the riverside is a paved area with steps leading directly into the Charente. The park landscape on the opposite opposite bank provides an idyllic backdrop with abundant wildlife.

Montignac-Charente is situated on a historic crossing of the Charente dating from Roman times, guarded by the 11th Century Donjon. It is a charming, traditional village with a bustling daily market. A boulangerie, boucherie, tabac, bar, bistro, bank and cave au vins are all within 100 metres of the front door. For bigger shopping the nearest supermarket is just a few minutes away by bike or car in St Amant de Boixe.

The historic city of Angouleme offers museums, restaurants and bars, shops and market hall, as well as a famous cathedral. It is also the centre of de la Bande Dessinée (comic books),hosting a four-day international festival every February.  And in September the three-day Circuit des Remparts, sees vintage car racing around the twisting roads.

The riverside towns of Vertueil, and la Rochefoucauld, dominated by their massive chateaux, are within easy reach, along with picturesque limestone villages such as Nantueil.

The impressively restored Gallo-Roman amphitheatre at les Bouchauds is fifteen minutes’ drive from Montignac and we are at the centre of a host of Romanesque churches and abbeys, not least that at St Amant-de-Boixe.

The area around Montignac is ideal for cycling, walking, kayaking, or wild swimming. Artists and photographers will find plenty subject matter and nature lovers will enjoy spotting kingfishers and herons or simply watching the fishes. We can arrange for the use of bikes, kayaks etc..

There are safe river beaches nearby and Angouleme offers the 'Nautilus' Leisure centre with a 50m pool as well and a lakes-side aqua-park.

Kayaking on the Charente at the foot of the garden

“THANK YOU for our time in Montignac! What a special place you have created out there, and it was perfect for our first family holiday. We had everything we needed,"

Rosie and Angus. June 2024

“C’est magnifique! Merci beaucoup for letting us stay and welcoming us with such yummy treats.  You've made a beautiful place here.”

Jo, Niall. and family August 2024