The Old Shades / Les Vieilles Ombres

09/06/2026

The pool is ready and currently around 28 degrees, the🌞is shining.
Only a couple of weeks available in our Gites, check our website for availability or just send a message.

11/01/2026

Hands up who’s coming to see us this year ??! 👋Bookings are now open xx see you soon ❤️

31/08/2025

It’s always sad for us to be at the end of the season after welcoming so many reoccuring friends, family and new guests in the sunshine. Thank you for those who have already booked to return in 2026 - we are already looking forward to seeing you again next year. 🥂
As always we have just had a couple of rest days away to reboot and George will be back to a new senior school tomorrow (Lycee). Thank you everyone xx

16/07/2025

George and I have been busy today, building a stone bench in the shade for the pétanque (boules) pitch. You can now sit and relax between games enjoying a glass of wine or a cold beer.

13/07/2025

Just got back from our holidays in Spain. We had a blast - lots of laughter, food and sangria. ☀️

15/06/2025

01/06/2025

We love getting feedback from our previous guests as it only makes it just that little bit better for our future and returning guests. Last year we were asked twice “could you add a seating area to the playground so we can relax along with our children while they play” we listened and we delivered. ☀️ 😃

10/04/2025

New web site launched !!! Check it out 🌞

Les Vieilles Ombres French Holiday Gîtes in Bagnizeau, Charente Martime. 5 gîtes accommodating 2 - 8 people for perfect holidays in France