The L'Ancien Hôtel de Ville is set in a former town hall and is located in the historic heart of Foussais-Payre, classed as one of the most characteristic towns in France. Each room features a TV, an electric kettle and tea and coffee or soft drinks. Featuring a shower, the private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer and toilet. You can enjoy garden view from the rooms. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. At L'Ancien Hôtel de Ville you will find a garden and barbecue facilities. Other facilities offered at the property include evening meals, a shared lounge and a luggage storage. A cot and pushchair are also available. The property offers free parking. La Rochelle is located 66 km away while Le Puy de Fou Parc is 56 km from the property. La Rochelle - Ile de Re Airport is 55 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast info

Continental, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.1
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
3.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Simon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Just about everything. It felt like you were staying with friends. Room size was large, breakfast lovely and mine host very warm and welcoming.
  • Valérie
    France France
    Petit dejeuner au top, vaiselle magnifique, hôte au top.
  • Servane
    France France
    Décoration soignée. Literie très confortable. Village calme. Petit déjeuner copieux avec le choix. Hôte très gentille.

Host Information

9.6
9.6
Host review score
Host review score

Our property was the former old Town Hall and Post Office. It was a Presbytery before 1905, this building then served as the Post Office. In 1951 a building was added symmetrically to the Post Office to house the Town Hall. We have since turned the main house into a B&B (Chambres d'hôtes) with a modern boutique style interior, offering a warm and welcoming family atmosphere.
We have previously worked in the Education and Social Services sectors . We enjoy getting out into the lovely countryside that is on our door step. Walking in the Mervent forest is one of our favourite pastimes . At the moment our French is limited, but we are learning and progressing slowly. Our son on the other hand goes to the local French school and is more proficient.
The Old Town Hall ( L'ancien Hôtel de Ville) is situated in the center of historic Foussais-Payre, which is classified as a 'Little Town of Culture (Petites Cites de Charactere)'. Foussais offers all of the conveniences of a larger town, but with the tranquil French village atmosphere. The Romanesque church, erected between 1050 and 1100, is one of the most remarkable buildings in Bas-Poitou Situated at the edge of the Forrest of Mervent, it is in an ideal location to explore. The area offers cycling/mountain biking routes, lakes, walking/rambling, bird watching and in Fontaney le Comte (15km) all the larger shops, and much more. Theme parks such as Puy Du Fou, Futuroscope and the naturist and textile beaches of the Atlantic coast are all within easy reach too.
Languages spoken: English,French,Romanian

Property surroundings

Facilities of L'Ancien Hôtel de Ville
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Pet bowls
  • Luggage storage
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Fence around pool
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Public Bath
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English
  • French
  • Romanian

House rules

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Check-in

From 17:00 to 23:00

Check-out

From 09:00 to 10:30

 

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.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
Free
2 years
Cot upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
€ 15 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 15 per person, per night

Prices for cots and 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 and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

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

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.