We had a lovely week-long stay in the gite, hosted by Rod, Pasha and the boys - it is a great place to get away from it all and to relax thoroughly. The gite is the perfect space for two, with oodles of character - the interior manages to strike a great balance between space, practicality & comfort. The gite is in a rural location and the surrounding countryside is readily accessible, either on foot, or by taking advantage of the two bikes, which Pasha & Rod have left at guests' disposal. The pretty town of Rochechouart is only a ten minute drive, with the larger St. Junian another five or ten minutes further away, so stocking up with gourmet goodies was easy! There is also a nearby village with the obligatory Boulangerie - it's only a few minutes in the car, so no issues if you like your croissants super-fresh in the morning. There are also a number of lakes very nearby for swimming, fishing & boating. Our hosts were just fab, doing all they could to ensure we had all we needed to enjoy our stay - they are a great family and we wouldn't hesitate in recommending the gite as a destination for a relaxing and special break away.