The Figuier is 2-bedroom two-story self-catered cottage, north-facing, within a 17th-century stone building. The 68 square meter cottage has a ground floor with a large living room (dominated by stone fireplace with wood stove), a fully equipped eat-in kitchen including gas cook top, dishwasher and washing machine and a full bathroom with shower, The eat in kitchen has large farm table.

The second story includes two bedrooms: a parental suite with a king size bed (180cm) and private bathroom with shower; and a large second bedroom with a 160cm bed and two 90cm beds.

The private, enclosed garden is equipped with a dining table and barbecue. The gates open onto a private parking area and and a bamboo grove.

Just steps away, there are the shared heated swimming pool, pétanque court, ping-pong table, and 40 hectares of forest. The cottage includes high-speed Wi-Fi, large satellite television, electricity, and hot water.

Montboulard, a haven of peace and relaxation dominated by its stone tower and manor house, is less than a kilometer from a variety of shops: conventional and organic supermarkets, restaurants, gift shops, household goods, clothing, DIY stores, as well as automotive and personal care services.

A ten-minute drive—or easily accessible by bus—brings you to the historic center of Angoulême, offering over forty restaurants, bars, and cafés, a covered market, a Romanesque cathedral, museums, shops, breathtaking views, and public artworks.

The Charente countryside is dotted with villages crowned by castles, Roman and prehistoric sites, and landscapes perfect for hiking and cycling. You can also visit world-renowned Cognac vineyards and distilleries, walnut groves, cheese producers, orchards, and deer, trout and truck farms.

Montboulard is equidistant from the Atlantic beaches and the destinations of the Dordogne, making day trips to La Rochelle, Royan, Bordeaux and its vineyards, Poitiers, Limoges, Sarlat, and Périgueux easy and convenient.

Outdoor activities for adults and children abound: kayaking, canoeing, climbing, river or lake swimming, zip-lining, cycling along the Charente, hiking, and horseback riding.

We and our colleagues are always available to meet your needs and requests, ensuring you a pleasant stay.

Check-in is between 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Earlier arrivals or later departures may be possible, subject to availability and additional fees. However, you are welcome to enjoy Montboulard’s facilities, including the pool, before check-in and after check-out.

Please note:

We have a meeting space that can accommodate up to 25 people.

Fresh pastries and breakfast can be delivered to your cottage each morning.

Your dog or cat is always welcome, subject to a supplement.

John Hedges and Marc Sotkiewicz acquired Montboulard in 2017.