"At the Sundial" Cottage on the banks of the Charente

A charming country house near the Charente River, offering a peaceful setting for a stay with family or friends.
An older building with thick walls that keep the interior pleasantly cool during heatwaves.

This charming Charentaise house is located in Port d'Envaux, a listed village of stone and water.

Just a few kilometers from Saintes, a city steeped in history with its Roman ruins (the amphitheater and the Arch of Germanicus, etc.), and also close to numerous castles (Crazannes, La Roche Courbon, Panloy), as well as the Trizay Abbey and the Lapidiales.

## Space
Detached, fenced house on two levels, approximately 85 m². Two courtyards.

Upstairs:
2 bedrooms with a double bed (140 cm) and a single bed (120 cm).
Small workspace.

Ground floor:
Fully equipped kitchen: refrigerator, dishwasher, oven, microwave, gas hob, Senseo coffee machine, kettle, toaster, kitchenware.
Dining table for 6 people.
TV / Free fiber optic Wi-Fi.

## Easy Access
Located halfway between La Rochelle and Royan, Port d’Envaux is easily accessible via the A10 motorway and local roads.

## Interaction with Guests
Maryline will be available throughout your stay and can be contacted by phone or text message if needed. Additional cleaning services are available upon request from Maryline.

## The Neighborhood
A small, peaceful hamlet, 5 minutes from Port d'Envaux where you'll find a bakery, bar, pizzeria, caterer, and ice cream parlor.

Traditional restaurants, fast food...

## Notes
Parking: on the street 50 meters from the house.
Linens are included in the cleaning fee on some platforms.
Free Wi-Fi available.

Additional cleaning available upon request.

A security deposit is required. We use TYLLT, which allows you to pay your deposit online without impacting your credit limit, as it is not debited from your account.

## A Little History
Port d’Envaux was once a strategic trading port on the Charente River, where barges, sloops, and schooners docked, transporting "Pierre de Crazannes," the famous pottery from La Chapelle des Pots, firewood and wood for wheelwrighting, wine, cognac, and salt.
Today, Port d’Envaux boasts a river port geared towards tourism, welcoming numerous visitors year-round.

The new-generation electro-solar-powered boat, "Bernard Palissy III," calls at Port d’Envaux and offers cruises on the Charente River from April to October, departing from Saintes.

Along the banks of the Charente River, you'll also find the towpath lined with beautiful houses, a recreation area (picnic tables, parking for cars, 5 paid pitches for campervans from June 1st to September 30th – €5 per night), as well as hiking trails, such as the Stone Trails which connect Crazannes and Port d’Envaux via the Standing Stones Galaxy and Les Lapidiales.
Fishermen and walkers alike appreciate the unspoiled natural environment of the Charente. A fishing platform accessible to people with reduced mobility (PRM) is located near the port, with access from the Pré Valade parking area.

## Facilities
Swimming: In summer, a designated and supervised beach is available (please check the information on site).

The Port: During the tourist season, the port is managed by the company "Les Canotiers" under an agreement.

La Cabane des Canotiers: a casual outdoor café and refreshment stand offering fresh fruit cocktails, homemade granitas, artisanal ice cream, salads, sandwiches, and drinks.

The Flow Vélo cycle route in Port d’Envaux
Stretching 290 km, the Flow Vélo connects land and sea, linking Île d’Aix to Thiviers in the Dordogne region. It follows the meanders of the Charente River and crosses our town from one end to the other. A footbridge on the Flow Vélo route crosses a wetland area along the Charente River, over the Troquant stream, connecting two rural paths and making the route more scenic and, above all, safer. A detour, "La Roue Blanche" (The White Wheel), is included to visit the Lapidiales (a stone caving project), the future Galaxie des Pierres Levées (Galaxy of Standing Stones), the Les Echappées Nature center in Crazannes, the Château de La Roche Courbon, and the Trizay Abbey.

Discover and have fun with Terra Aventura! In a cache hidden in nature, a Poï'z, in the form of a collectible badge, awaits you. Its name is Z'outil. Dynamic and engaging, it will guide you to the iconic locations of our village. A trail to enjoy as a family. The history of Port d'Envaux is revisited in a playful way, in charming, surprising, and memorable places.