The cottage is only 5 kilometres from the local town of Pouzauges which has all the amenities you will need during your stay : banks , supermarket , boulongerie/patisseries , tabacs, bars , restaurants , pharmacy , tourist information office , Aquatic Centre/ Swimming pool etc.
The bread van calls on Tuesday , Wednesday , Friday and Sunday usually between about 08.30 hrs and 09.00 hrs. with freshly baked baguettes and croissants.
There is a very good restaurant and friendly , lively bar within about a mile of the cottage.