La Ferme de Brouage

• Sleeps: 5-14 guests
• Bedrooms: Varies
• Bathrooms: Varies
• Minimum stay: 2 nights

Secluded in a traditional French village in the rural heart of Charente-Maritime – just 30 minutes from the wild Atlantic Côte Sauvage and its legendary surf spots – La Ferme de Brouage is an organic farm that thrives with nature.

You’ll feel time slowly turning back as you head through the farm’s ancient entrance gate and survey these picturesque surroundings. Rich in vibrant flora, fauna, and newly-planted trees, the vast, wildlife-steeped Brouage marsh beyond is home to diverse bird life, many of which you’ll spot during your stay.

Accommodation comes in the superlative form of an 18th century barn, restored and revived with help from LSL Architects: a European firm that specialises in sophisticated, eco-friendly design.

Here you’ll find five light-flooded, self-contained cottages – or gîtes – crafted from natural materials including lime, hemp and wood, for an exquisite blend of old and new. Historic elements such as exposed beams sit perfectly alongside soaring ceilings, enormous windows, and plush, neutral-toned furnishings, for a welcoming atmosphere that feels instantly relaxing.

Perfect for small families, three gîtes each sleep between four and eight guests, with a mixture of adult and child-sized beds. Featuring a cosy mezzanine library, the fourth is ideal for larger groups – perhaps a long-awaited family reunion or a fun-filled catch-up with friends? – sleeping up to 14 guests in comfort.

Last but not least, the fifth gîte is ideal for up to five guests, romantically housed in a former dovecote with sweeping views of lush fields and whispering, centuries-old trees.

Whichever you choose, you’ll have a private viewing terrace and shared access to the large outdoor swimming pool… perfect for cooling off on long, lazy summer afternoons. On arrival you will also be fully introduced to the farm, and shown how to pluck your own seasonal fruits, vegetables, and aromatic herbs, in a wide-ranging and unlimited supply!

At a glance

• An architect-designed conversion of an 18th century barn, secluded on a five-hectare organic farm in the French village of La Gripperie Saint Symphorien.
• Full access to seasonal fruits and vegetables to be plucked from the farm – as much as you like! You will also have access to a shared outdoor swimming pool.
• Ideal for mixed-size groups of family and friends, there are five self-contained gîtes to choose from, each sleeping from 5-14 guests.
• The farm is 30 minutes away from the Côte Sauvage’s legendary surfing spots, with the city of Rochefort accessible in a 20-minute train ride.

Features

• Disability Accessible
• Family Friendly
• Large Groups
• Swimming Pools

Accommodation Options

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It’s unlikely you will want to leave the glorious confines of the farm, but if you choose to explore, there is plenty to see and do. The quaint village of La Gripperie Saint Symphorien is home to a 12th century Romanesque church, and there are plenty of beautiful walks to be taken in the surrounding area.

The bustling coastal city of Rochefort is a mere 20-minute train ride away, or simply stretch out your beach towel (or indeed, fire up your surf board!) on one of the many Atlantic beaches you’ll find nearby.

Back on the farm, the friendly owners host a programme of events that range from open-air cinema and performances, to children’s workshops and farming tips… which means however you choose to spend your time here, it will surely be filled with nature, charm, and wonder.

Things to note

Pets are not permitted to stay. 22 kw EV charging is available free of charge. Firewood is provided free of charge. Farm access is available from April to October each year.