Cristallin, a petit chateau of great charm, sits on the edge of the small and tranquil village of Charzais, hidden away behind stone walls and magnificent iron gates.

The accommodation comprises eight bedrooms, 2 salons, a dining room, kitchen, 1 shower room, 1 shower and bathroom and 3 toilets. There is a large heated pool (with security cover) in the 4500sqm parklike garden which is dotted with statues, fruit trees, grape vines, and huge trees including an ancient magnolia grandiflora.

This gas centrally heated residence which also has several fireplaces, can accommodate up to 18 people (14 adults max), and would make a marvellous venue for a family Christmas. Ideally suited to groups of friends or large families holidaying together, the property is entirely at the disposal of the guests with exclusive use of the pool.
The rooms have been decorated with furniture and objets collected by the owners from the local brocantes (antique shops) and the style of the property could be described as shabby chic. All home comforts are here .. quality linens, comfortable beds, and a good selection of throws and plush blankets.

Ground floor:
Entrance hall. Dining Room. Two salons, both with chandeliers and one with original impressionist paintings covering the walls. Tower library. Kitchen. Laundry with toilet.

1st floor:
Bedroom 1 ?Ete? very large double bed, armoire, tower room with handbasin.
Bedroom 2 ? ?Printemps? double bed and armoire, handbasin
Bedroom 3 - ?Automne? double bed and armoire
Bedroom 4 ? ?Hiver? double bed, wardrobe
Showeroom- shower, handbasin, toilet

2nd floor:
Bedroom 1: double bed with large cupboard
Suite: Room with double bed opens into 2nd room with bunk beds plus a fold out sofa bed and single fold out bed for children. A crib is available on request.
Bathroom ? bath, shower, toilet, handbasin

Cristallin is in an ideal location as it is situated at the edge of a quiet hamlet, but is only 2 minutes drive to the lively town of Fontenay le-Comte with its traditional Saturday market, bars, restaurants, boulangeries and supermarkets.

On the edge of the Mervent Forest, it is also the ideal base to explore this stunning part of France with lakes, walking trails and wonderful scenary. The medieval village of Vouvant is a 15 minute drive.

Also within easy reach are thethe sandy beaches of the Vendée and Charente Maritime, including La Rochelle, Ile de Ré, Les Sables d'Olonne and La Tranche sur Mer. If you want a change of pace then the tranquil setting of the Marais Poitevin, with its Venise Vert waterways and canal boat rental are just 20 minutes away. Lake swimming and canoes available 5 minutes drive. For kids of all ages the Futuroscope theme park is an hour away near Poitiers (airport), the history adventure park at Puy du Fou is an easy drive, and for the adults the local vineyards offer tastings plus of course the famous Cognac houses are within easy reach for tours and tastings. Bordeaux (airport) is 2 hours drive.