Welcome to Grand Parland, our private gite / cottage offering guests 2 bedrooms · 3 beds · 1 bathroom plus WC, open kitchen / dining room/living room. Grand Parlant is a remodeled classic stone Longere, situated in the tiny hamlet of Chez Parlant, off the beaten track & close to the quaint village of Yviers. It offers rustic simplicity with all the modern conveniences necessary to work remotely/and/or relax and play in a comfortable, cozy, and charming environment. Ideal for a short stay (min. 3 nights) or a longer stay. It has electric heating too.
Surrounded by a nearly acre of land, in a country setting of fields and orchards, this is the perfect place for a retreat to seize the opportunity for a change of pace with some peace and quiet whether you are enrolled in a life-enriching workshop at the nearby renowned ‘French Retreat’ (2 km) or are guests attending a family celebration like a wedding or significant anniversary at one of the many nearby event facilities. Circuit de Haute Saitonge (a race track with go-karting) is a 10 min drive away or a good cycle ride.
Distances (by car) to wedding locations/venues:
Chez Les Rois: 19 min (18km)
Chateau de Valouze : 20 min (18km)
Aubeterre sure Dronne: 19 min (18 km)
Manoir de Longeveau: 25 min (25 km)
Chateau Mas de Montet: 27 min (24km)
Chateau de Lerse: 28 min (29km)
This home is in an ideal location from which you can enjoy your stay in the heart of the rural Charente region, famous for its cognac and pineau production. Take day trips to visit many local sites of interest; delightful towns & villages with churches and chateaux that dot the surrounding countryside, take walks, enjoy kayaking, swimming, fishing, and water sports on nearby waterways, go wine-tasting, golfing, horse riding or take bike-rides to soak up all of the local pastoral delights this scenic region has to offer.
How to get here: • Air: Bordeaux airport is 94 km away. • Train: Chalais station is at 5 km. Free parking onsite. We advise you to hire a car as there is no public transport available. You can walk in 20 minutes to the small pretty village of Yviers which hosts a small restaurant. This is French countryside at its best.
Important to know: the garden is not enclosed. You need a car or bike to get around and drive / cycle to the nearest shops (Chalais) or bar/restaurant