S teeped in history, built for a French Knight and previously a cognac-producing farm, Le Raby Gites has seen many changes over its lifetime. After restoration we have given this cluster of Charentaise-stone buildings a new lease of life.

Our accommodation has its own individual character and style and has been furnished to a high standard with care to preserve the property’s original features and traditional appearance, while also affording the comfort, privacy and convenience of a modern home.

Set within an attractive walled courtyard, guests have access to a heated pool, with plenty of space for relaxing in the Charente’s famous sunshine or taking it easy in the shade. And, here at Le Raby Gites we only take one booking at a time, so your privacy and tranquillity are guaranteed.

The gites offer flexible accommodation….

La Vigne, Le Pressoir and Le Liege each have one double bedroom, and sleep 1 or 2.

Le Chai has one double and one twin and sleeps up to 4.

If you need 3 bedrooms, Le Liege and Le Chai are an ideal combination – for example, to accommodate older teenagers, who often prefer independence and their own bathroom, or if someone finds stairs difficult.

Le Raby is in the Grande Champagne cognac-producing region of South West France. Here you will find peace, tranquillity and a sense of calm… making it an ideal retreat for a ‘digital detox’.

We are surrounded by countryside, with views towards a forest about 250 metres away in one direction and over vineyards in the other, with the village of Bouteville some 2km in the distance.

Jarnac, home to the Courvoisier distillery – about 20 mins away

There are over 200 Cognac producers in the region and a visit to one of them is a must. But there is so much more to explore – from the local towns of Cognac and Jarnac to the lovely city of Angoulême… picturesque medieval villages such as Verteuil-sur-Charente (offering the best brioche in the world according to chef James Martin) and Aubeterre-sur-Dronne (with its underground church)… the Atlantic coast and the islands … and not forgetting beautiful Saint Emilion and the city of Bordeaux.

Royan, about 1 hour and 20 mins away on the Atlantic coast

We fell in love not only with the area and the gentle pace of life, but with Le Raby – a collection of dilapidated farm buildings that immediately won our hearts.