Charming Charentaise Villa with Heated Saltwater Pool & Gardens near Rioux, Charente-MaritimeVilla

France / Poitou-Charentes/ Charente-Maritime / Rioux / Property #R16533
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Maison du Moulin – Traditional French Country House with Private Pool, Games Room & Vineyard Views

Experience the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort at Maison du Moulin, a beautifully restored maison charentaise in the countryside near Rioux, Charente-Maritime. Surrounded by vineyards and farmland, this spacious French holiday home offers exposed stone walls, wooden beams, and original fireplaces alongside contemporary amenities—ideal for families and groups seeking an authentic rural escape in southwest France.

Just a 5-minute walk to the village of Rioux, guests can enjoy a local shop/bar, butcher-deli, playground, church, and a small weekly market. The property is set back from a country road, accessed through private gates with ample parking and a covered hangar for two cars—perfect for table tennis or football on rainy days.

Private Gardens, Heated Pool & Outdoor Living

The fully enclosed gardens wrap around the front, side, and rear of the property, offering privacy and space to relax. Enjoy:

Heated 10m x 5m saltwater swimming pool (low chlorine, gentle on skin and eyes)

Graduated pool depth to 1.5m with easy-entry steps

Sun loungers and shaded seating areas

Large terrace with retractable awning and built-in BBQ

Outdoor dining table for 8+ guests

Fruit trees, mature planting, flower beds, pond, and traditional well

Historic stone outbuildings, including the original windmill (“moulin”)

The terrace, located directly off the kitchen, is a true sun trap—perfect for al fresco dining and long summer evenings in the French countryside.

Entertainment & Family-Friendly Amenities

Maison du Moulin is well-equipped for relaxed family holidays and multi-generational stays. Guests enjoy access to:

Pool table

Table tennis

Badminton

Boules

Cricket set

Indoor games room

Village play area directly across the road

Spacious Interior with Traditional Character

Inside, the home retains its authentic French farmhouse feel:

Sitting Room
Comfortable sofas, TV/DVD, exposed stone, wooden beams, stone fireplace, and double doors opening onto the terrace.

Dining Room
Large wooden dining table seating 8, original stone fireplace, and direct access to the fully fitted kitchen.

Kitchen & Utility
Well-equipped kitchen leading to a laundry room with washing machine, ironing facilities, indoor airer, exterior clothes line, and WC.

Bedrooms (Sleeps 6)

Accessed via wooden stairs with wooden flooring and electric fans:

Bedroom 1: King bed (160 x 200 cm), front-facing windows

Bedroom 2: Twin beds (105 x 190 cm), front-facing window

Bedroom 3: King bed (150 x 200 cm), rear-facing window

Bathrooms

Bathroom 1: Walk-in Hansgrohe Raindance shower, double sink, WC

Bathroom 2: Bath with Hansgrohe shower, single sink, WC

Additional Information

Beach towels not provided

Minimum primary renter age: 21

No parties or events permitted

Amenities


General


Towels Provided
Wifi
Heating
Living Room
Linens Provided

Laundry


Ironing Board
Washing Machine

Kitchen


Toaster
Kettle
Refrigerator
Cooking tools
Microwave
Oven
Coffee Maker
Dishwasher
Utensils
Pantry Items
Freezer

Entertainment


Books
Ping Pong Table
Satellite / Cable TV
Pool Table
Stereo
Television
Games

Swimming Pool


Private Pool
Heated Pool

Bathroom


Hair Dryer

Bedrooms


Single Bed
King size bed

Parking


Parking

Outdoor Living


Garden
Garden Furniture

Attractions


Churches
Recreation Centre
Restaurants
Festivals
Museums
Theme Parks
Cinemas
Supermarkets

Leisure Activities


Shopping
Shopping Outlets
Walking
Sight Seeing
Paddle Boating
Bird Watching
Eco Tourism
Horse Riding

Local Services & Businesses


ATM / Banks
Fitness Centre
Groceries
Hospital
Medical Services
Cafes
Pharmacies
Night Clubs
Bars

Sports & Adventure


Golf

Pricing

Start End Weekday Weekly Monthly Min Nights
02-01-2026 05-14-2026 £ 225 £ 1575 - 7
05-15-2026 05-28-2026 £ 250 £ 1750 - 7
05-29-2026 08-27-2026 £ 307 £ 2150 - 7
08-28-2026 10-01-2026 £ 250 £ 1750 - 7
10-02-2026 10-29-2026 £ 225 £ 1575 - 7
01-08-2027 05-13-2027 £ 225 £ 1575 - 7
05-14-2027 05-27-2027 £ 250 £ 1750 - 7
05-28-2027 09-02-2027 £ 307 £ 2150 - 7
09-03-2027 09-30-2027 £ 250 £ 1750 - 7
10-01-2027 10-28-2027 £ 225 £ 1575 - 7

Other Information

Security Deposit

£500 for 1 week & £650 for 2 weeks.

Check In

4:00 PM

Check Out

10:00 AM

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Owner

Mrs Romilly Williams

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