Exceptionally clean! Very comfortable with extra amenities - small sink unit with coffee maker, microwave, fridge, kettle, crockery and cutlery, dining table and chairs for two, sofa bed. Imaginative decor (bathroom washbasin 😀). Secure parking through archway behind house, and outside seating in pretty, well tended garden. Isabellle is a friendly and attentive host who provided an abundant and delicious continental breakfast that included homemade items. It was a pleasure to stay there. The apartment is situated in a quiet, one way street in the centre of the small, historic town of Montlucon which has a variety of restaurants (El Padre: excellent pizza and superb salad). Its proximity to the motorway makes Charmes a convenient and delightful stopover point. Telephone Isabelle on arrival at the property as she lives a short way along the road and needs to come to meet you.

Spiral staircase to apartment splits right and left at top to serve rooms on either side and hand rail continues to right, while it’s necessary to reach across to another handrail to continue to the apartment (which is on left), so care is needed if one has mobility issues.

We stayed here for one night on our way south. The parking was through a secure gate in the back garden. The room was lovely. It had plenty of space and a small kitchenette with coffee and tea provided. The shower was good as well. We didn’t use the outside space, but imagine it would be a nice place to sit and relax in the summer. Our hostess was lovely and the breakfast provided was excellent with home produce offered. Location was excellent for waking into the old town. If you have to stay in Montluçon then we would very definitely recommend staying here

Unfortunately we are unlikely to stay here again as we found Montluçon a depressing place. It was also a Monday night, which meant a limited choice of places to eat in the evening.

We liked everything. How could you not give this 10! I'd give it 20 if I could! Lovely room with some quirky touches. Every detail was perfect with little extras, (like makeup removal pads), delightful room perfume, and a useful fridge. Isabelle is really welcoming and provides a beautiful breakfast, daintily presented and with delicious local produce, which we were able to eat on her delightful garden terrace. It was a very short stroll into the lovely centre, and the castle illuminations were breathtaking.

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In a quiet side street just off the centre. Very good/excellent in just about everything. Superb continental breakfast (could only be improved by being offered [say] scrambled or poached eggs and bacon with hot toast). In B&B terms the best - 4 2/3 out of 5 stars. Excellent.

Only one critical comment. The steeply spiral stairway is very difficult for anyone with mobility problems/aged. More handrails needed.

It was a very well thought out property, beautifully decorated and charming, with all needs catered for. The secure parking was very welcome and the garden a delight. Breakfast was wonderful.

The host / owner was great provided useful info re the local area. Accommodation was spacious and beautifully presented.

Beautiful property, well situated near the old town. Isabelle was very kind and the breakfast was wonderful . Loved the quirky touches like the bicycle in the bathroom.

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We self-catered for breakfast because local shops were within a five minutes walk. Location was excellent, with good, free parking nearby.

Access to cellar was tricky. No egg cups provided.

Fabulous breakfast. Very friendly host. Stylish room. Good location within walking distance of centre of town. Secure private area for parking car

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Sumptuous home made breakfast with delicious conserves, croissants bread and yoghurts.

Everything we could have wished for.