Discover Oriolles, Charente, a haven of surprises

The town of Chillac is located on a ridge that shares the waters between the Charente catchment to the north and the Dordogne to the south.

Commune of the South Charente with hilly terrain, Passirac culminates at an altitude of 174 m north-east of the village in Clavurier. With its limestone and sandy soils, the vegetation is rather shrubby, extending the great forest of the Double and the Landes saintongeaises.

Berneuil is characterized by its limestone slopes culminating at more than 160 m. These valleys and part of the hills are classified Natura 2000 sites for the diversity of their fauna and flora.

Located on the north-eastern edge of the forest of Double Saintongeaise, the town of Brossac presents varied landscapes of forest, moor and champagne typical of the region.

A small, little forested commune in the South Charente, Saint-Felix presents a characteristic landscape of the limestone slopes of Montmorelien.

Located south of Charente, in the immediate vicinity of the Charente-Maritime and its estuaries, Chantillac offers a hilly and wooded landscape, typical of the forest of the Double Saintongeoise.

The Galards Estate, a family property for four centuries, welcomes you in the charm and calm of a country setting. In the heart of the forest, the typical 17th and 19th century Charentais house houses five guest rooms. Two bedrooms on the first floor of the house and three in the outbuildings. One room on the ground floor has the "Tourism & Handicap" label. The park with its century-old trees is home to the swimming pool, where you can enjoy the aquatic pleasures. Couples, families, but also hikers, walkers and cyclists will appreciate the calm of this place, but also the pond for sports activities. Pascal, the owner of the place, passionate about heritage, will be happy to tell you about the family history of this place. He will also be able to advise you on how to discover the Maison de la Forêt de Haute-Saintonge, the Vauban citadel in Blaye, not forgetting a few good addresses of local producers.

Charming, comfortable wooden house with large terrace overlooking a private pond. Shaded, it's ideal for aperitifs, reading and contemplating the setting sun, on 2 hectares of land. It comprises 2 bedrooms (140cm beds) and an extra 140cm bed. No-kill fishing available. Canoeing base on the Dronne 1km away, Aubeterre sur Dronne (charming village) 12km, St Emilion (UNESCO listed) 43km. Numerous forest walks directly from the accommodation. Accessible to people with reduced mobility. The house includes 1 shower room, 2 bedrooms, living room/kitchen, 25m2 terrace. RATES: from 165 ? per night, 2 nights minimum.

In Périgord Vert, at La Roche Chalais in the Dordogne, this 19th-century guest house with swimming pool invites you to share a moment of conviviality in a warm setting born of passion and tradition. 5 guest rooms are available for a stopover or a pleasant, comfortable stay. We also have a fully-equipped 2-bedroom, 120 m2 gite-apartment for families. Relaxation, vacations, business trips, stopover evenings, long-term stays. An adapted accommodation and catering solution. Free parking We offer dinner on reservation at 22.00? - excluding drinks. Open all year round. RATES Overnight stay: 85? (breakfast included) Table d'hôte on reservation 22? (coffee included)

Camping *** La Dordogne Verte welcomes you to the pretty village of St-Aulaye, on the edge of the Charente department in the Dordogne. At this campsite in the Périgord Vert region, you'll be comfortably ensconced in a meander of the Dronne river, a very well-preserved natural environment in the Double. This family-run campsite is open from April to September, and the spacious pitches and comfortable rental accommodation are ideal for your family holiday in the Périgord, with friends or for business. Numerous outdoor and leisure activities are available both on site and nearby. Water park on site. Accrobranche, hiking and biking, swimming, fishing nearby. RATES: Min. 18 ?/night in a comfort pitch to 200 ? /night in a 3-bedroom PRIVILEGE CLIMATIZED mobile home NEW FROM 2024.

Fully-equipped gîte, renovated to welcome you for vacations with family or friends. Comfort, calm, exceptional and historic setting, unforgettable stay guaranteed. The swimming pool (12m x 6m) and its terrace are freely accessible to the Domaine's 2 gîtes. We can provide a cot, baby bath and high chair for the youngest guests. There are 2 comfortable bedrooms, each with a 180 x 200 bed; the sofa-bed in the living room provides 2 additional beds. The bathroom has a shower, 1 washbasin and 1 WC. The spacious living area includes a lounge and office area, as well as a fitted kitchen (induction hob, pyrolysis oven....), washing machine/dryer, TV, wifi, private terrace.... RATES 480 to 850? per week Breakfast from 8 ?/pers

Situated at the end of a private lane, The Walnut Tree is a renovated character house. It features a spacious living and dining room, a fully modern kitchen, 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. All tastefully decorated with a modern touch. Large rear garden and private parking. 100m walk to the river beach in one direction or to the historic village of Saint Aulaye in the other. Walking distance to shops.

Gite La Belle étoile features a modern interior with contemporary touches and soft hues, creating a welcoming and relaxing atmosphere. The gite is a detached house with two bedrooms for four people. Saltwater swimming pool, shared with the owners, open from June to the end of September.

The leisure center of Poltrot is a real natural bubble located in the south of the Charente. Many activities will delight young and old in this bucolic space where the river Dronne meanders between the trees, ideal for family moments. In free access, it offers family walks along the Dronne, picnic and relaxation areas (tables, barbecues, bowling ...), places of peach, but also more sporting activities with the acrobatic course in height, a labyrinth of vegetation or a descent by canoe. The Community of Communes "Lavalette Tude Dronne" develops the site of the mill of Poltrot in outdoor leisure base.

Nestled in a green setting on the outskirts of the Château, this charming little residence is a haven of calm and harmony. Views of the park on one side and private garden with swimming pool on the other. Come and recharge your batteries in the heart of nature, at the crossroads of the Dordogne. Get away from it all in the bucolic countryside of the Périgord Vert at the Renaudie gîte. The gîte has 2 bedrooms, each with its own shower room, and a large living room with kitchen opening onto the private garden on one side and the park on the other. Open from June to September. Rates: 250 ? per night.

Michel Vallaeys invites you to break through the barriers of everyday life in the authentic setting of its equestrian farm, labelled "Welcome to the Farm". Come and discover during a stay at the farm, alone or in groups, a farm and its human, animal and natural environment. Introduction to horseback riding, horse riding, rental or accommodation of equines, discover all our equestrian activities in a rural setting. All year round, visit of the farm (horse breeding, vine, tobacco and grain cultivation, forest discovery), Ardhillon circuit (in pursuit of Fantoche, through woods and fields...), ponies and horses animation, accompanied rando, attelage. Accredited training centre, horse and carriage first ride, horseback riding from 1 hour to several days to discover the people, landscapes and local products. Teenagers' courses and FFE (French Equestrian Federation) exam training course. Horse rental by the hour, half day and day. Riders home, in dormitory and rooms - Horses home : in meadows and five stalls, saddlery, shower, pellets and hay supplied. Luggage transport, picnic preparation and board and half-board catering available (reception room 64 seats).

St. Martin's Church dates back to the 12th century as well as the apse and the central part of the nave. The portal was reworked from the XIVth century as well as the wide part of the nave. In the XIXth century the bell tower was raised on the façade. In the vestibule, the old facade of the XIVth century is still visible. On the outside you can see the elevation of the church in the 19th century The lower parts of the walls, the chevet with the modillions and the openings remain from the Romanesque period.

Parcoul borders the Charente department. In 1790, when the départements were created, the commune briefly belonged to Charente-Inférieure (now Charente-Maritime), before finally joining the Dordogne. The architecture of some of the houses suggests that Parcoul was once a bastide town. Don't miss the church of Saint-Martin, listed as a historic monument since 1979. With its leisure park and Paradou" campsite, Parcoul has become a popular destination for tourists from all over France and abroad.

An ideal spot for safe swimming, sunbathing, for fishing, canoeing, walking or simply observing nature.

After some ten years as salaried employees, Delphine and Fabien realized their life project by taking over a farm, outside the family framework, raising beef cattle and sheep in the commune of Parcoul. They raise hardy ewes and suckler cows: Limousine and Black Angus. Aware of the environmental challenges ahead, they decided to convert their farm to organic farming. Direct sales on the farm and delivery (on order): lamb meat parcels and merguez. For further information, please contact them on 06.22.61.47.00

Production of organic vegetables and fruit. Sales every Thursday at the farm from 5pm to 7pm. Other producers are also present every Thursday (bread, chicken, beer, Moroccan products...).

The village of Chenaud is located in the north-west of the Dordogne. Its main originality lies in its 8 km of banks along the Dronne. The river is accessible in many places, much to the delight of anglers. In the center of the village, the Romanesque church is the commune's finest heritage feature. The town council is keen to enhance its small-scale heritage by restoring the wash-houses in the village and hamlets.

Very beautiful Romanesque building in Charente style, with a dome, consecrated in 1100 by Renaud de Thiviers and retouched in the 19th century. The stone pulpit dates from 1615. Traces of decoration have been found on the columns.

Pizzeria located in the centre of the village.

This restaurant located in the city centre offers traditional cuisine. Possibility to eat on the terrace

The Moulin restaurant serves local and gourmet cuisine. Reservations recommended. Open Friday and Saturday evenings.

In Hispanic countries and in the south of France, a peña is a group of friends who get together to share one or more common passions, in an informal atmosphere often linked to the party. Taste our local and foreign specialties. Evenings with themes.

The restaurant offers you its regional specialities based on fresh and local products: grills, fish, homemade desserts, wine cellar. Room and terraces.

Le Régal des Dieux offers tapas, charcuterie, cheese and seafood platters in a warm and welcoming setting.

Traditional catering, fast food, Pizzas - Terrace Open only from 20 May to 15 September every day for lunch and dinner.

This bar-restaurant located at the entrance of the village, proposes a traditional cooking of our region. You can enjoy it on the terrace or in the dining room.

Discover the local cuisine at the Table à Manger (Chez Marraine in Saint-Vincent-Jalmoutiers). Open on Saturdays for lunch and dinner and on Sundays for lunch, in Spring, Autumn and Winter (by reservation only)

Traditional restaurant offers daily menus in the village of St-Vincent de Jalmoutiers. Only on reservation, contact them 2 days before.

The Galards Estate, a family property for four centuries, welcomes you in the charm and calm of a country setting. In the heart of the forest, the typical 17th and 19th century Charentais house houses five guest rooms. Two bedrooms on the first floor of the house and three in the outbuildings. One room on the ground floor has the "Tourism & Handicap" label. The park with its century-old trees is home to the swimming pool, where you can enjoy the aquatic pleasures. Couples, families, but also hikers, walkers and cyclists will appreciate the calm of this place, but also the pond for sports activities. Pascal, the owner of the place, passionate about heritage, will be happy to tell you about the family history of this place. He will also be able to advise you on how to discover the Maison de la Forêt de Haute-Saintonge, the Vauban citadel in Blaye, not forgetting a few good addresses of local producers.

Charming, comfortable wooden house with large terrace overlooking a private pond. Shaded, it's ideal for aperitifs, reading and contemplating the setting sun, on 2 hectares of land. It comprises 2 bedrooms (140cm beds) and an extra 140cm bed. No-kill fishing available. Canoeing base on the Dronne 1km away, Aubeterre sur Dronne (charming village) 12km, St Emilion (UNESCO listed) 43km. Numerous forest walks directly from the accommodation. Accessible to people with reduced mobility. The house includes 1 shower room, 2 bedrooms, living room/kitchen, 25m2 terrace. RATES: from 165 ? per night, 2 nights minimum.

Campsite*** LE PARADOU will charm you by the diversity of its services, its privileged geographical location and friendliness. Camping with 88 pitches tents, caravans, motorhomes, mobile homes or fully-equipped chalets. Heated swimming pool, bar, snack bar, amusement park with swimming pond. Giant slide, water course, various activities such as fishing, entertainment, sports, various parties. A receptive and cheerful team is at your service.

Equipped camper van area on the banks of the Dronne.

Located in the Dordogne on the Greenwich meridian passage, our riverside municipal campsite offers comfort, calm and serenity for vacations with family, friends or solo. Numerous leisure activities on site or nearby. Campsite also includes caravan sites, mobile homes (10 rentals) and a canvas bungalow. Open from April to October. Pitches: from 6.60? without electricity (1 person in tent) to 13.70? (2 persons with electricity). 9? Camping-car and caravan stopover for the first night Mobile homes: From 100? to 450? per week From 89? to 199? weekend or 3-night package From 58? to 69? per night if available Bungalow Toilé: From 35? per night to 230? per week Weekend or 3-night package: from 85? to 125? In addition: Booking fee:16? Housework: 65?

A few minutes from downtown and shops, we offer you a house fitted on the first floor with a garage in the basement on enclosed land planted with trees, open year-round. River nearby. The house has 3 bedrooms including 1 double bed (140cm) and a sofa bed, 1 shower room, 1 WC, kitchen. RATES: Week: from 335? to 500? (10% reduction for 2 consecutive weeks rented) In addition: 16? booking fee for all rentals Cleaning fee: 65? / Deposit: 315 ?

Do you want to relax, unwind and spend time together? The Gîte Spa is for you. A warm welcome awaits you (candles, roses, champagne on request, sweet or savory breakfast on request, several options available). Enjoy the benefits of the spa and sauna and awaken your senses with the aromas of essential oils accompanied by gentle music. The owners will also be happy to recommend their restaurant next door. A real treat for your taste buds. RATES : 850 ? per week (June, July-August) 120 ? per night

House (30m2) located in the garden and independent. It has a bedroom with kitchenette, reversible air conditioning/heating. Apartment (51m²) in a renovated barn facing a flower-filled garden. Charming atypical village with Romanesque church, laundries and fountains. Close to hiking and mountain-biking trails and the Plage de Saint-Aulaye beach. In the morning, enjoy a hearty breakfast with home-made jam on the terrace. open all year round. 2 independent bedrooms 2 shower rooms 2 WCs. RATES From 55 to 65 ? per night. Free for children.

In Périgord Vert, at La Roche Chalais in the Dordogne, this 19th-century guest house with swimming pool invites you to share a moment of conviviality in a warm setting born of passion and tradition. 5 guest rooms are available for a stopover or a pleasant, comfortable stay. We also have a fully-equipped 2-bedroom, 120 m2 gite-apartment for families. Relaxation, vacations, business trips, stopover evenings, long-term stays. An adapted accommodation and catering solution. Free parking We offer dinner on reservation at 22.00? - excluding drinks. Open all year round. RATES Overnight stay: 85? (breakfast included) Table d'hôte on reservation 22? (coffee included)

This Gîte is situated on the edge of a pond on a farm in the Dordogne. The private 2 ha pond with canoes, rowing boat and pedalo are at your disposal, as well as 100 ha of forest, young orchards and pasture just waiting to be explored. Spend your days relaxing by the pond with a book, or visit the local gourmet markets and historic towns. An ideal property for family, couples or friends, offering a rural retreat from the hectic pace of modern life. RATES: - 1100? per week in July and August - 120? per night in May/June and September/October (minimum 2 nights)