Château Lesvescault · The Gîtes
MaisonOlivier
The heart of the domaine
The Gîte
Thick stone walls.
A George V headboard.
Step into Maison Olivier and you are immediately enchanted by the space. The thick stone walls keep the living room perfectly cool on those hot Charente days, while an open plan kitchen and dining area invite long, unhurried meals. Upstairs, two beautifully appointed bedrooms - one with a headboard from the George V hotel in Paris, another with a wrought iron four-poster bed - overlook the entrance to the gardens.
Silk curtains, a Napoleon III cabinet, a 19th-century armoire - the furnishings of Maison Olivier are as storied as the walls that surround them.
Living Spaces
The Ground Floor
An open plan living space with a fully equipped brand new kitchen - gas cooktop, electric oven, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, and washing machine - opening into a spacious dining area and a comfortable sitting room. High-speed Wi-Fi and a television with French and English channels complete the space.
A large powder room on the main floor adds to the ease of the stay. The private patio beyond the door is perfect for alfresco dining and long evening aperitifs in the Charente air.
Bathrooms
The Bathrooms
A stunning cobalt blue shower room with an antique dresser vanity, gilded mirror, and candelabra wall sconces serves the upstairs bedrooms — while the ground floor utility space, with its vaulted stone ceiling and laundry facilities, speaks quietly to the age of the building it occupies.
The Bedrooms
Bedroom One
A bed (180cm × 200cm) with a headboard sourced from the George V hotel in Paris, dressed in finely pressed cotton sheets with a latex mattress pad - four pillows and a summer duvet. Stunning brocade draperies frame the windows, which overlook the entrance to the gardens.
A wonderful armoire and a ceiling fan complete a room of understated grandeur. One pool towel per guest is included.
The Bedrooms
Bedroom Two
A wrought iron four-poster bed (150cm × 200cm) dressed in finely pressed cotton linen, framed by silk curtains and accompanied by a Napoleon III cabinet and a 19th-century armoire - a room where the history of the domaine is felt in every detail. A large modern shower room serves both upstairs bedrooms.
Outdoor Living
The Private Terrace
Step outside to a private patio with a table and four chairs, a parasol, and a circular lounger — the perfect place to settle in for a long evening under the Charente sky.
What's Included
Everything you need, nothing you don't.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about your stay.
What is the minimum stay?
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All bookings are for a fixed five-night stay, arriving Thursday and departing Tuesday. This rhythm allows the domaine to be welcomed properly between guests.
When can I check in and check out?
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Check-in is Thursday from 3pm to 6pm. Check-out is Tuesday by 11am.
Are children allowed?
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Château Lesvescault is an adults-only property. All guests must be aged 21 or over. The heated saltwater pool is not supervised and is not suitable for children.
Are pets permitted?
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Pets are not permitted anywhere on the domaine, without exception.
Is Wi-Fi included?
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Yes — high-speed Wi-Fi is included in every gîte, along with a television offering French and English channels.
Is parking available?
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Yes — secure private parking is available inside the gates of the domaine, included for every guest.
Is the pool heated?
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Yes — the 10m × 5m heated saltwater pool is set within the walled grounds of the domaine, with sunloungers, parasols, and a poolside cabana. Pool towels are included for every guest.
What is the cancellation policy?
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Cancellations 90 days or more before arrival receive a full refund. 30–89 days before arrival, 50% of the rental amount is refunded. Under 30 days before arrival, no refund is offered. The €750 security deposit is always refunded in full.
Is a security deposit required?
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Yes — a refundable security deposit of €750 is taken at the time of booking and returned within 7 days of departure, provided the property is left in good order.
How far is Cognac and Angoulême?
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Cognac is approximately 30 minutes west by car. Angoulême is approximately 30 minutes south. The TGV serves Angoulême directly from Paris in just over 2 hours.
What is included in the stay?
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Finely pressed cotton linen, pool towels, high-speed Wi-Fi, secure parking, and a welcome basket with fresh eggs from the domaine's chickens on arrival.
When is the season?
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The domaine welcomes guests from spring through to late September.
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