The Millhouse France

Set in its own beautiful, secluded grounds, the Millhouse provides exceptional 5 star accommodation in the heart of the Charente Maritime countryside. The relaxing surroundings combine with the charm of this historic Mill to provide you with the perfect way to unwind.
The property has 10 ensuite bedrooms in total, ALL en-suite, wi-fi throughout the house and grounds. There are 9 bedrooms in the main house and the availability of a completely separate self contained apartment at the East end of the property which has one bedroom, en suite bathroom with shower & toilet, lounge/diner & fully fitted kitchen.
The Millhouse which was voted one of the 25 best villas in Europe by Conde Nast is the perfect venue for your vacation or French Wedding/Celebration or both if combined and the enthusiastic owners Steve and Manisiah will be at hand to help you have a memorable stay.
Note: the advertised prices are based on a max. capacity of 18 guests. Supplements apply for the Self-Contained Apartments. See T&Cs for details.

Good news! This property is available as a Vill’otel

Yey! Wait… what is that?It’s the perfect combo of the privacy of your own personal villa, with all the luxury and convenience of a hotel.
What’s included? Breakfast, cleaning, welcome drinks and hamper, plus more!.

Close to the historic towns of Saintes, Cognac, Taillebourg, St Jean D’Angely and only 40 minutes from lovely beaches in the area, the Millhouse is in a wonderful location. There is easy access to Angoulême, the capital of the Charente, the major train stations, international airports, and only 4 hours from St Malo ferry port.
The Charente Maritime region is exceptionally sunny, and has its own micro climate as a result of the Azores’ anticyclone, making for mild springs and pleasant autumns. Along its 470 kilometers of coastline, the Charente Maritime has around 110 beautiful sandy beaches. Needless to say, seafood is a speciality here. It is steeped in culture and history and boasts 500 years of Maritime history from the imposing outline of Fort Boyard to the stocky coastal fortifications of La Rochelle. Inland and around the area it boasts over 400 stunning Romanesque churches. It is a place where the land meets the sea and is reflected in the beautiful shades of the wooden shutters adorning the honey coloured sandstone houses.
The house sits among the farms and vineyards that produce the famous Pineau Charente aperitif grapes which produce a sweet wine and is located approximately 14 kilometers from the main Saintonge city of Saintes (saintonge means saintes area). Saintes was originally a roman town situated on the banks of the Charente river. At most times during the year there are various festivals and markets selling local produce, fresh fish, seafood,poultry, fruit and vegetables.
The nearest major airport would be Bordeaux (Merignac Airport) which is about 1-1/2 hrs drive away.  La Rochelle a slightly smaller airport is located 45 minutes drive away and there are many budget airlines flying from the UK to La Rochelle. Paris is about 4-1/2 hours drive from the mill.  The mill is also accessible via TGV trains from Paris and the nearest station is Saintes or St Jean D’Angely. Both towns are about 15 – 20 minutes drive away.

Good news! This property is available as a Vill’otel

Yey! Wait… what is that?It’s the perfect combo of the privacy of your own personal villa, with all the luxury and convenience of a hotel.With a vill’otel holiday, you can enjoy all these services throughout your stay:
– Daily breakfast- Daily maid service- Bath and pool towels- Deluxe welcome hamper with local delicacies- Welcome drinks for your group
A concierge to organise:- Day trips- Babysitting- Catering- Airport transfers- Fridge stocking
Cost: €145 per person per week
Interested?Just let us know in your booking notes if you’d like to book the Vill’otel serviced option or
contact us for more details!

Rental of the house includes- Meeting on arrival by the owners.  Also check-out on day of departure by owners.- All linen and large towels (bath and face towel) are included free of charge.- A separate large swimming pool towels are also provided free of charge and are stored in the pool cabana.- One laundry change per week upon request.- On site management/housekeeping support is always available for your assistance and support.- Children’s facilities such as 2 high chairs,  2 cots, stair-gates, a changing table, baby bath, right  down to plastic plates, cups etc are available free of charge (vetted by a leading children’s holiday company).
Cleaning Fees
– End of Stay Cleaning: “Get up and Go” option – €350 paid locally (€80 for the self-contained apartment)- Mid-week maid servie: €15/hour (min. 3 hours – must be requested in advance)
Additional chef’s services can be arranged at a supplementary cost :
– Catered meal prepared by a reputable French chef (regional dishes) served within the premises of the house or its grounds.  Prices and menus upon request.  – Chef is accompanied by waiting services.  Guests are at liberty to provide their own alcohol – no corkage fee added-on.- BBQ, Paella & Sangria party or spit-roast can be arranged.  Prices and menu upon request.
Additional Pamper Therapy Treatments
Massage, reflexology, mini-facial, manicure and pedicure plus various other treatments can be done around the pool area next to the Jacuzzi or in the privacy of the garden spa room. Portable massage/therapy beds can be set up anywhere and our therapist is able to spend 2 half hour sessions per person, split between the morning and afternoon.  Prices and menu upon request.
Art and Painting Workshop
A local and talented artist, painter and illustrator affiliated to our local tourist board offers seasonal workshop/classes for adults and children.  Subjects and themes include portraits, imaginary characters, animals and cartoons, landscape and more.  Medium used include drawing with pencil/ink, sketching with pencil, watercolours and acrylic.  The workshop is informal, educational, fun and relaxed and aims at developing creativity, accuracy of drawing and the pleasure of using one’s imagination.  A popular option is the “travel sketch” whereby guests can combine a day’s outing (a picnic) and sketching exploring nearby country-side and what nature offers. Please enquire for prices and details (cost include all materials).
Close to the historic towns of Saintes, Cognac, Taillebourg, St Jean D’Angely and only 40 minutes from lovely beaches in the area, the Millhouse is in a wonderful location. There is easy access to Angoulême, the capital of the Charente, the major train stations, international airports, and only 4 hours from St Malo ferry port.
The Charente Maritime region is exceptionally sunny, and has its own micro climate as a result of the Azores’ anticyclone, making for mild springs and pleasant autumns. Along its 470 kilometres of coastline, the Charente Maritime has around 110 beautiful sandy beaches. Needless to say, seafood is a speciality here. It is steeped in culture and history and boasts 500 years of Maritime history from the imposing outline of Fort Boyard to the stocky coastal fortifications of La Rochelle. Inland and around the area it boasts over 400 stunning Romanesque churches. It is a place where the land meets the sea and is reflected in the beautiful shades of the wooden shutters adorning the honey-coloured sandstone houses.
The house sits among the farms and vineyards that produce the famous Pineau Charente aperitif grapes which produce a sweet wine and is located approximately 14 kilometres from the main Saintonge city of Saintes (saintonge means saints area). Saintes was originally a roman town situated on the banks of the Charente river. At most times during the year there are various festivals and markets selling local produce, fresh fish, seafood, poultry, fruit and vegetables.
The nearest major airport would be Bordeaux (Merignac Airport) which is about 1-1/2 hrs drive away. La Rochelle a slightly smaller airport is located 45 minutes drive away and there are many budget airlines flying from the UK to La Rochelle.
Paris is about a 4-1/2 hour drive from the mill. The mill is also accessible via TGV trains from Paris and the nearest station is Saintes or St Jean D’Angely. Both towns are about a 15 – 20 minutes drive away.
Local Amenities
Nearest Airport Bordeaux
(91-100 km)
Nearest Ferry Port St Malo
(Over 100 km)
Nearest Village Taillebourg
(3 km)
Nearest Town/City Saintes
(14 km)
Nearest Restaurant Taillebourg
(3 km)
Nearest Bar/Pub Taillebourg
(3 km)
Nearest Beach Royan
(41-45 km)
Nearest Golf Saintes
(10 km)
Nearest Supermarket Saint Savinien
(9 km)