Le Pigeonnier Du Perron Hotel - Availles-en-Chatellerault

Historic 15th-century seigneury hotel in Availles-en-Chatellerault with heated outdoor pool and organic breakfast

Dining

Le Pigeonnier Du Perron Hotel serves an evening menu from 6 pm to 8:15 pm Monday to Saturday that features sharing boards of local produce, salads, fish and chips, beef tartare, and homemade desserts. The hotel's breakfast is a standout offering with home-cooked items including organic produce, scrambled eggs, sausage, fresh pastries, and homemade jams. Guests can also order wine and champagne, snack at the on-site coffee house, or request special diet menus from the restaurant.

Rooms

The 16 individually decorated rooms at Hotel Le Pigeonnier Du Perron include exposed stone walls and beams, large flat-screen TVs, and free WiFi in most rooms. Room 17 is a family room with a stone floor, shaded rear terrace, and a kitchenette with a gas hob. Many rooms offer direct garden access, and some suites include a private terrace with garden views.

Recreation & Activities

The seasonal outdoor heated swimming pool opens from mid-May to end of September, complete with pool toys and surrounded by sun beds in the garden. Le Pigeonnier hotel provides badminton equipment, table tennis, a children's playground, and walking tours for guests. The garden includes a picnic area, sun terrace, and a shared lounge with a TV area for relaxation.

Location

The hotel is a 12-minute drive from Châtellerault and 25 minutes from Futuroscope Theme Park. Nearby attractions include Le Lac urban park and La Ferme Musée des Acadiens. Free public parking is available, and there is an electric vehicle charging station for guests.

Pet & Family

Le Pigeonnier Du Perron Hotel Availles-en-Chatellerault accepts dogs for an extra charge of €12 per stay, though pets are not allowed in the restaurant or swimming pool terrace. The hotel offers family rooms, kids' outdoor play equipment, board games, and a children's playground. Express check-in and check-out are available, and the property can accommodate guests with disabilities.

• History: 15th-century seigneury linked to philosopher René Descartes
• Dining: Home-cooked breakfast with organic local produce
• Recreation: Heated outdoor pool open mid-May to September
• Location: 25 minutes from Futuroscope Theme Park
• Pet Policy: Dogs welcome for €12 per stay
• Activities: Table tennis, badminton, hiking on site