Our house is in the quiet little village of Lesterps
in the heart of the Charente-
department, surrounded by beautiful oak
woodlands, secluded river valleys, sparkling lakes
and green pastures. It is within 10 minutes drive
of the nearest large town of Confolens which has
all the usual amenities but the village itself also
has a grocery, bakery, butchers, bar and
restaurant, post office, doctors’ surgery a
museum and a 12th century church.
The mediaeval town of Confolens, which stands
on the magnificent River Vienne, is 9 km. From
the village. It has an abundance of interesting
architecture and is noted for hosting an annual
dance and music festival during the second week
of August. At this event, which lasts for 10 days,
dance groups and musicians come from all over
the world and the whole town is completely
transformed for their performances.
About 15 minutes away is the swimming lake at Etagnac. Here the authorities have created an attractive beach area where one can relax. Also on the site is a bar and restaurant with toilets.
Further a field but still within an hour’s drive are Limoges, Poitiers and Angouleme and the preserved destroyed town of Oradour sur Glane (2nd World War). For a day visit there are Cognac and the picturesque town of Aubeterre sur Dronne and, of course, the seaside around Royan. These are just a few suggestions and there are many more places of interest in and around the area.
Eating Out
This area is full of great places to eat at very reasonable prices and you will enjoy
discovering them. We can recommend the following three from our regular visits to
them:-
Cost of Renting
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QUOTING REFERENCE NUMBER W14179
Since 25 April 2006
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