Additional activities:
Activities around in the area. For the more adventurous a visit to the Gironde peninisula is well worth while. Here one can visit the great wine making Chateaus like Margaux and St Emilion or go sand yachting on the miles of beaches. Here among the dunes and pine forests you can also see the old second World War German fortifications or if you prefer watching the world go by there are plenty of small towns with cafes and restaurants serving fresh seafood.
The Surrounding Area:
The pretty town of Jarnac, birthplace of Francois Mitterand 10 minutes away, sits on the banks of the River Charente where kayaks can be hired to explore the river and also enjoy the fishing. Jarnac is also home of the famous brandy house ‘Courvoisier’. The ancient town of Cognac, home of the famous brandy houses , ‘Hennessy’, ‘Martell’,and ‘Remy Martin’, is a 15 minute drive away. Most of the distilleries offer free tastings and tours. There is also a good golf course in Cognac. The beginning of July sees the 'Coup de Chauffe' festival, where street entertainers fill the streets wirh fun and the beginning of August sees the streets taken over with Blues, Soul Music and Jazz bands with jam sessions between amateur and professional musicians.
Additional services:
While you are staying at Bois de Vaux we offer a number of add ons that may make your stay more interesting aqnd enjoyable. Prices are available on application
We can offer wine tasting days or sessions. These aim to be fun events and will help to improve your appreciaition of wine and what better than France especially close to the Bordeaux region.
If you are tired of doing your own cooking we can arrange special meals cooked for your group with of course accompanying wine.