Boasting a shared lounge and views of city, Gazelle Guest House and Art Gallery is a guest house set in a historic building in Ruffec, 30 km from The Cormenier. This guest house offers free private parking and a shared kitchen. The guest house has family rooms. The units at the guest house feature private entrance and soundproofing so guests can enjoy a peaceful stay. With a private bathroom fitted with a walk-in shower, units at the guest house also have free WiFi, while some rooms also offer a terrace. At the guest house, the units include bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop on-site. Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Ruffec, like cycling and hiking. Monkey Valley is 34 km from Gazelle Guest House and Art Gallery, while Hirondelle Golf Course is 49 km from the property. The nearest airport is Poitiers-Biard Airport, 67 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

FREE private parking!


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 single bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
1 single bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
10
High score for Ruffec
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  • Patti
    United States United States
    Delightful hosts! I was alone in the house the first couple of nights but got to visit with the hosts sometimes in the day. Sheila even gave me a tour of the town. Very outgoing and a real pleasure to get to know. For the accommodations, I was...
  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The owners were very friendly and helpful, we loved the atmosphere of the place it was so welcoming. The beds were comfortable and our children loved it. All the bedding and towels were crisp and clean and we got a really good nights sleep. The...
  • Jane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A very unusual property! Parts of the property were very old. Lounge area was in the actual art gallery! Lovely roof terrace. Exceptionally friendly, interesting hosts.

Hosted by Sheila and Brausch

9.1
9.1
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Sheila and Brausch
Gazelle Guest house and Art Gallery is a sensitively restored two-storey house, originally built more than 200 hundred years ago, in the town centre overlooking the Market square. Complete with re-discovered archways and tunnels the restoration highlights both ancient and modern features. Gazelle Guest House can be rented as a full package , accommodating up to 8 guests or as 3 separate suites, all en-suite. The Lounge, Dining Area and Kitchen are communal places where you can meet other guests, play games, read books and admire the Artwork. All artworks are available to purchase. On market days, Wednesday and Saturday mornings, the Art Gallery can be opened to the public. The top floor suite sleeps up to 4 guests and has a roof terrace with wide views over the meadows. The first floor has two suites. One suite has two bedrooms, sleeping 3 guests and the other suite has one single bed. All bedrooms are en-suite. You will be delighted by the unique architectural shapes and features within the house. The artshop frontage belies a charming and characterful interior.
We are Motorcycle Adventure Travellers. When we are not hosting we are touring the world on our motorcycle and have written blogs and books about our Round the World Motorcycle Travel Adventures. Check out our site '2up2wheels' on Google and Amazon. We have enjoyed many different hosting experiences on our travels around the world and want to incorporate our knowledge to make your stay comfortable, restful and a good experience.
This town celebrates its Roman past, nestling in fields of wheat and sunflowers alongside the River Charente as it makes its way West from the interior to La Rochelle, twisting and curving through the winelands. The River Charente boasts a beach/waterfront where swimming and hired canoes are available during the summer season. Gazelle Guest house and Art Gallery is opposite the Town Hall, on the Market Square and two doors away from the Tourist Bureau. Within the town centre there are restaurants, bars, pharmacies, banks and hairdressers. Market days are Wednesday and Saturday mornings, with the fresh fish indoor market on Fridays. These take place in the main square. A longer walk through the tree-lined promenade will bring you to another supermarket, hardware store, shoes, clothing and decorative arts. Walking in the opposite direction to town will bring you onto a meadowed plateau with far- reaching views of the countryside, where you can stretch your legs for many miles or ride your bicycle.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Gazelle Guest House and Art Gallery
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • City view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/check-out
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

Property practice

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House rules

Gazelle Guest House and Art Gallery takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 21:00

Check-out

From 08:00 to 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 10 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the single room has a shower, but no toilet, the toilet is underneath the stairs.

Please inform Gazelle Guest House and Art Gallery in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Gazelle Guest House and Art Gallery

  • Check-in at Gazelle Guest House and Art Gallery is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Gazelle Guest House and Art Gallery offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Temporary art galleries

  • Gazelle Guest House and Art Gallery is 50 yards from the centre of Ruffec. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Gazelle Guest House and Art Gallery may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Gazelle Guest House and Art Gallery include:

    • Quadruple
    • Suite
    • Single