Recently renovated Chai (Barrel Store) in a
Surrounded by Vineyards and Sunflowers yet within
The Chai at La Chapelle
Why stay at the Chai?
Equally ideal for couples looking for a romantic break in a breath-taking setting or for families wanting to make the most of their time together.
For availability and booking information email or call +33 5 46 49 44 90
Accommodation
The Chai is a comfortably furnished and well-equipped holiday base which enjoys exclusive use of the heated leisure pool, English language TV and Home Theatre system.
With 4 generously proportioned bedrooms and two bathrooms The Chai at La Chapelle comfortably sleeps 6/8 people and is conveniently arranged over a single floor.
The Living Rooms
All open plan with access to the Small Barn, Pool Deck, and Chai Garden.
Lounge
With 2 large sofas, armchair, coffee tables, plasma TV (UK Freesat) and Home Cinema system. Large selection of games, books, and DVD’s available.
Dining Area
With marble topped dining table and 6/8 comfortable dining chairs
Kitchen
Kitchen fully equipped with oven, hob, washing machine, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, kettle, toaster, microwave and plenty of crockery and glasses for 8 people.
The Bedrooms
The Green and Gold Bedroom
En-suite with large shower (1600 X 800), basin and toilet.
King-size bed, night stands and wardroom/storage system.
The French Bedroom
King-size bed, night stands, and wardrobe/storage system.
Door to Garden.
The Red Bedroom
2 single beds, night stands and wardrobe/storage system.
The Grey Bedroom
A fourth bedroom is available on request at no extra charge.
King-sized bed, night stands and wardrobe/storage system.
The Chai at La Chapelle
Explore the Area
From sun-drenched adventurous days to lazy days of endless relaxation the Charente Maritime offers all of your dreams in one spectacular location
For availability and booking information email or call +33 5 46 49 44 90
Where’s the wine?
Centrally placed between Cognac and Bordeaux, The Chai is the ideal base for all lovers of Fine Wines, Cognacs, and Pineaus (and those who just want to enjoy a glass or two amongst the vines).
Leoville
In the centre of the Pineau production area, there are many opportunities for degustation in the immediate vicinity.
One of our favourites is just 5 mins from La Chapelle and also makes excellent Pays Charentais wines.
Archiac
A good place to start discovering French wines (and foods) is the Maison de la Vigne et des Saveurs.
Cognac
40 mins drive to the centre. Many of the famous distilleries run guided tours (most can be booked in advance). We like Camus and Remy Martin.
Borg and Blaye
Lots of small Wineries between The Chai and the Estuary.
The Medoc
Centre for the Cabernet-types. A ferry runs between Blaye (30 mins drive) and Lamarque 4 times per day during the summer (expensive but an interesting trip).
The Medoc can also be reached by road via Bordeaux.
St Emilion
Centre for the Merlot-types & Cotes de Bordeaux as well as many famous Houses.
Wine Tours
Many of the great Chateaux encourage visitors, usually by prior arrangement and some also run regular guided tours and tastings (e.g. Smith Haut Lafitte just to the south of Bordeaux).
Pauillac
Great location, great Chateaux, great Wines.
Bordeaux
1 hour drive to the thriving city centre. Historic home to the Bordeaux wine industry.
Leoville and surrounding areas
- Historic Buildings
- Church of St Christophe
- Sports
- Tennis
- Boules
- Childrens playground
- Amenities
- Restaurant and Bar in the Park (open June to September)
- Boulangerie
- Tabac
- Post Office
- Boucherie/General Store
- Viewpoint
For more information about Leoville please follow these links:
Sports and Leisure
La Chapelle is centrally placed with excellent road links via the A10 (Route de Aquitaine) and N10 giving access to beaches, zoos, golf courses, fishing, sailing, water-skiing, historic sites and other sports and leisure activities.
- La Chapelle
- Leisure Pool
- Croquet
- Table Football
- Dart Board
- Football Nets
- Golf Nets
- Leoville 10 mins walk
- Tennis
- Boules
- Childrens playground
- Bar
- Les Antilles de Jonzac 10 mins drive
- Water Park
- Relaxology Centre
- Gym and Beauty Area
- Activity Centre
- Archery
- Boating
- Summer Activities
- Jonzac 10 mins drive
- Casino de la Barrier
- Lake Beach and adventure playground
- Also famed for it’s frequent Jazz Festivals
- Montendre 15 mins drive
- Inland Lake with Sandy Beach
- Swimming
- Boating
- Canoeing
- Fishing
- Golf Course with excellent Driving Range
- Longer courses at Saintes and Angouleme
- Vitrezay and the Estuary 25 mins drive
- Nature Park
- Excellent Restaurant and Brasserie
- Gironde River Cruises
- Meschers 35 mins drive
- Picturesque and authentic French seaside resort
- Angouleme 45 mins drive
- Historic French Grande Ville
- Great inland beach
- Circuit des Ramparts historic motor racing event—Every September
- Aubeterre-sur-Dronne 45 mins drive
- Medieval village
Further afield
Some examples of favourite places, all accessible in under 2 hours from La Chapelle and all worth the trip.
- La Rochelle 1.5 hrs drive
- Ancient port
- Shopping
- Restaurants
- Architecture
- Aquarium
- Boat trips to TV’s Fort Boyard.
- La Vallee des Singes 1 hr 40 mins drive
- Over 400 singes presented in a unique format
- Famous for it’s Bonobos, Gorillas, and the open enclosures that allow many of the animals to interact freely with visitors (N.B. Thankfully not the Gorillas!).
- Take a picnic.
- Highly Recommended
- Futuroscope 1 hr 55 mins drive
- European Star Attraction 2014.
- Arrive early, leave late, remember to take les enfants.
- La Palmyre 1 hrs 15 mins drive
- Simply the best Zoo we have ever visited.
- Internationally acclaimed breeding programme.
- Take a camera, several enclosures are photographer friendly.
- Royan/La Tremblade 1 hr 15 mins drive
- One of the best Seaside Resorts anywhere
- The untamed Cote Sauvage.
- Chatelaillon-Plage (further up the coast) also worth a visit.
The Chai at La Chapelle
Season 2024 Pricing
Make this yearfull of memories
For availability and booking information email or call +33 5 46 49 44 90
Pricing
La Chapelle is a former Winery which was renovated in 2008, and the Chai forms the North-Western corner of the building—easy to keep the wine cool in the warm climate of Haute Saintonge.
The Chai has been renovated and equipped to a high standard in 2014 and enjoys exclusive use of the Chai garden, pool, terraces and adjoining Small Barn/Games Room.
Season 2024
| Early | From 23th May to 5th July | £1155 / €1330 p/w |
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7 nights minimum stay |
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| Summer | From 6th July to 14th Sept | £1155 / €1330 p/w |
| 7 nights minimum stay | ||
The smallprint
- Change over day — Saturday
- Non-refundable deposit of £200 is payable on booking to secure your reservation.
- Balance payable 8 weeks prior to arrival date.
- A damage deposit of £200 is also required with the final payment, which will be returned on completion of your stay.
The Chai at La Chapelle
Convinced?
Then you’ll need travel information
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Planes, trains, or however you like
Planes
Direct from the UK to Bordeaux (approx. 1 hour from Leoville), La Rochelle (1 hour 30 minutes), Bergerac (2 hours) or Limoges (2 hours).
Also regular interconnecting flights from Paris for Intercontinental travellers.
Trains
TGV (Train Grand Vitesse) direct from Paris to Angouleme (30 minutes from Leoville) or Bordeaux (1 hour from Leoville).
Local services to Jonzac (approx. 15 mins from Leoville).
Car Ferries
Caen (approx. 5 hours from Leoville), La Havre (5.5 hours), or Calais (8 hours).