A L’Antan – La Ferme D’Octave Is Located In Saint-Hilaire-De-Villefranche, Just 13 Km From Saintes And 10 Km From Saint-Jean-D’Angély. It Is Set Within A Garden And Offers An Outdoor Pool And Free Wi-Fi Access.The Guest Rooms At La Ferme D’Octave Are Individually Decorated And Feature Parquet Flooring And A Desk. They Each Have A Private Bathroom With A Shower.A Continental Breakfast With Homemade Pastries Is Served Every Morning, And There Is A Traditional Restaurant Just 200 Metres Away. Additional Facilities On Site Include A Children’S Playground And A Terrace.Free Private Parking Is Possible At The Property And There Is A Tennis Court 300 Metres Away. La Ferme D’Octave Is 62 Km From Rochefort, 24 Km From Cognac And 54 Km From Royan.

A complimentary continental breakfast is included.

Set In The Countryside Of Courcelles, 2 Km From The Medieval Market Town Of Saint-Jean-D'Angély, This Guesthouse Offers A Heated Outdoor Swimming Pool And Rooms With Private Entrances In A Former Bread Oven House. Guests Are Free To Relax On The Sun Terrace.Guest Rooms At Le Four À Pain Are Elegantly Decorated And Feature Original Stone Walls And Wooden Beams. They Are Each Equipped With A Tv, A Kettle And Free Wifi. Some Rooms Offer A Patio With Access To The Garden.Breakfast At This Guesthouse Includes Fresh Orange Juice And Pastries And Can Be Served On The Terrace Or In The Dining Room. Evening Meals Offering Regional Cuisine Can Be Provided Upon Request.When The Weather Is Nice, Guests Are Invited To Relax On The Sun Terrace Equipped With Sun Loungers Or Enjoy A Walk Along The River Boutonne, Located 200 Metres From The Guesthouse. Exit 34 Of The A10 Motorway Is Just A 5-Minute Drive Away.

Located In Saint-Jean-D'Angely In Southwestern France, The Couett'Hotel Features An On-Site Bar And En Suite Rooms With Free Wi-Fi. The A10 Motorway Access Is 1.2 Km Away And Free Public Parking Is Available Nearby.Each Air-Conditioned Room At Couett'Hotel Offers An Lcd Tv And A Desk. A Shower Is Included In The Private Bathroom.Saint-Jean-D'Angely Features Several Unesco Sites Like The Pilori Fountain And The Bell Tower And The Tourist Office Is 2.8 Km Away. The Swimming Pool And Sport Centre Atlantys Is 3 Km Away, Saintes Is A 25-Minute Drive Away And Rochefort Is 35 Minutes Away By Car.

Hotel De France Is Located Opposite Saintes Train Station 5 Minutes From And The Town Centre. It Offers Accommodation With Free Wifi Access And Satellite Tv.Guest Rooms At Hotel De France Each Have A Private Bathroom. They Are All Serviced By A Lift.A Breakfast Buffet Is Served Daily At The France Hotel. Drinks Are Available At The Reception.For Your Car, Car With Trailer, Motorbike Or Bike, The Property Has A Private, Secured, 12-Metre-Long Garage.A Car Rental Agency Is Located Next To The Hotel, Within 1 Minute Of Walking Distance.

This Citotel Is Located In The Historic District Of Saintes Between Rochefort And Cognac. It Offers Soundproofed Rooms With Free Wi-Fi Internet Access.Guest Rooms At The Hôtel Des Messageries Are Equipped With Satellite Tv And A Private Bathroom. Air-Conditioning Is Also Available At An Additional Cost In Some Rooms.The Messageries Has A Flowered Courtyard. A Homemade Buffet Breakfast Is Also Offered Every Morning And A Breakfast Tray Can Be Served In The Room On Request.The Citotel Hôtel Des Messageries Is A 10-Minute Walk From The Abbey Aux Dames.

This Brit Hotel Is Located In Saintes Town Centre, Between Cognac And Rochefort. It Offers Soundproofed Rooms, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access And Satellite Tv.The Bleu Nuit Provides Free Newspapers And Includes A Shared Seating Area With A Piano, Books And A Tv. Some Rooms Include A Private Balcony.The Brit Hotel Bleu Nuit Is An Ideal Base To Discover The Charente-Maritime Region. La Rochelle, Situated On The Bay Of Biscay, Is An Hour’S Drive Away.

This Campanile Hotel Is Ideal For A Stopover Or Short Stay In Charentes. It Offers Comfortable And Affordable, Air-Conditioned Accommodation.Guestrooms Are Modern And Functional To Provide You With A Practical Living Space. They Are All Equipped With Modern En Suite Facilities, Cable Tv And Free Wi-Fi Internet Access.Hotel Campanile Offers A Full Breakfast From 06:30 To 09:00 During The Week And From 07:00 To 10:00 At The Weekend So You Can Get Your Day Off To A Good Start. For Lunch And Dinner, Choose From The Menu Or The Buffet And Enjoy Traditional French Cuisine.Situated On The Shores Of The Atlantic Ocean, This Area Is Rich In Cultural And Historical Activities Including Thermal Baths, Roman Abbeys And The Charente River.

Located In Saintes, Right Next To A10 Motorway Entrance, P'Tit Dej-Hotel Saintes Ouest Recouvrance Offers A Restaurant, A 24-Hour Front Desk And Rooms With Free Wifi Access.At P'Tit Dej-Hotel Saintes Ouest Recouvrance, The Air Conditioned Rooms Have A Tv And A Desk As Well As A Private Bathroom With A Shower.There Are Various Restaurants Nearby. Other Facilities Offered At The Property Include A Vending Machine.The Hotel Is A 10-Minute Drive From Saintes Train Station, A 5-Minute Drive From The City Centre And St Pierre Cathedral. Free Parking Is Available At The Property.

Comfort Hotel Saintes Is A Popular Choice Amongst Travelers In Saintes, Whether Exploring Or Just Passing Through. Featuring A Complete List Of Amenities, Guests Will Find Their Stay At The Property A Comfortable One. Free Wi-Fi In All Rooms, Facilities For Disabled Guests, Luggage Storage, Car Park, Family Room Are Just Some Of The Facilities On Offer. Television Lcd/Plasma Screen, Internet Access - Wireless (Complimentary), Non Smoking Rooms, Air Conditioning, Heating Can Be Found In Selected Guestrooms. Enjoy The Hotel'S Recreational Facilities, Including Golf Course (Within 3 Km), Garden, Before Retiring To Your Room For A Well-Deserved Rest. Convenience And Comfort Makes Comfort Hotel Saintes The Perfect Choice For Your Stay In Saintes.

The Hotel Is Ideally Situated 2 Kilometres From Exit 35 Of The A10 Motorway To Saintes (Royan Ile Doléron) And Offers Free Wi-Fi. It Is Just 30 Km From Royan And Palmyre Zoological Garden, Together With Cognac Distilleries.All Of The Rooms Are Equipped With A Desk, A Telephone, En Suite Facilities And A Flat-Screen, Satellite Tv. The Hotel Staff Will Always Take Pleasure To Receive You With A Warm Welcome And Friendly Service.Guests Can Visit Saintes'S Old Cultural Centre And Tourist Town With A Gallo-Roman Amphitheatre And An Archaeology Museum. Its Geographical Location Between Land And Sea Lends It A Lovely Mild Climate.The Hotel'S Partner Restaurant Is 800 Metres Away And Serves French Cuisine.The Balladins Hotel Is Located 30 Kilometres From Royan, From The Palmyre Zoo And The Famous Cognac Hennessy And Martell Distilleries And Warehouses.

Hotelf1 Saintes Offers Accommodation In Saintes With Free Wifi Throughout.The Rooms Include A Flat-Screen Tv. You Will Find A 24-Hour Front Desk At The Property. Guests Can Purchase Large Microfibre Towels At The Hotel At An Extra Cost Of Eur 3 Each.St Pierre Cathedral Of Saintes Is 2.7 Km From Hotelf1 Saintes, While Saint Pierre Cathedral Is 2.8 Km From The Property.The Nearest Airport Is La Rochelle - Ile De Re Airport, 63 Km From The Property.

Located 5 Km From Saintes Train Station, Ibis Saintes Offers Rooms With Free Wifi Access And An On-Site Restaurant.Each Room At Ibis Saintes Includes A Flat-Screen Tv, A Desk And A Private Bathroom With A Bathtub Or A Shower And A Hairdryer.A Buffet Breakfast Composed Of Sweet And Savoury Dishes Such As Eggs, Fruit Salad, Yogurts And Juices Is Served Every Day. Pastries Baked On Site And Fresh French Madeleine Cakes Are Also On Offer, As Well As A Hot Beverage And A Piece Of Fruit To Take Away. Outside Of Regular Breakfast Hours Guests Can Also Enjoy A Lighter Option, Available From 04:00. Guests Can Enjoy Their Meals At The Hotel’S Restaurant Or Sip A Drink At The Bar.Guests Can Visit Saint-Pierre Cathedral Just 3 Km Away, Play Tennis 5 Km Away Or Golf 10 Km From The Property. A10 Motorway Is Just 2 Km From Ibis Saintes Which Offers Free On-Site Parking.

This Kyriad Hotel Is Located In Saintes. It Offers Perfect Overnight Or Short Stay Accommodation. It Has An Outdoor Swimming Pool And A Garden.All Of The Modern Rooms At The Kyriad Saintes Have Bath Or Shower, Cable And Satellite Tv And Free Wi-Fi Internet Access.A Full Buffet Breakfast Is Served Daily In The Dining Area. In The Evenings, La Soupière, Serves Creative, Regional Specialties And Offers Reduced Menus At Weekends. The Kyriad Also Has A Bar.Free Public Parking Is Available And There Is Always A Night Porter.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily.

The Hotel Welcomes You In Green And Peaceful Surroundings In A Residence Typical Of The Charente Region That Dates Back To 1847.The Surrounding Area Includes A Magnificent Verdant Park For A Peaceful Place To Relax. The Boutonne River, Close To The Hotel, Is A A Nice Area For A Stroll Along The Shaded Pedestrian Paths.Le Domaine Du Prieuré Features 15 Rooms, Which Are Equipped With Modern En Suite Facilities And Free Wi-Fi Internet Access.The Hotel Restaurant Serves Tasty Cuisine That Is Served In The Hotel'S Dining Room. Also, During The Summer Months, You Are Invited To Enjoy A Relaxing Drink On The Outdoor Terrace.Moreover, Le Domaine Du Prieuré Offers A Friendly And Quiet Atmosphere For A Pleasant Stay.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Enjoy a satisfying meal at Table d'hôtes serving guests of Maison Schuler. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Located In The Market Town Of Aulnay-De-Saintonge, 41 Km From Cognac, This Hotel Is Housed In An 18Th-Century Stone Building. Guests Can Enjoy An Alcoholic Drink Or A Cup Of Tea In The Garden.The En Suite Guest Rooms Are Bright And Each Is Individually Decorated. They All Feature A Flat-Screen Tv.A Continental Breakfast With Fruit And Cereal Is Served Each Morning At The Hotel.Free Wi-Fi Access Is Provided Throughout And There Is Also A Computer At Your Disposal. Additional Facilities At The Hotel Include Free, Secure Parking For Bikes And Motorcycles.

Located In The Heart Of Cognac, Domaine Quai Des Pontis Is On The Banks Of The Charente River. It Offers Bedrooms, Suites, Air-Conditioned Lodges, Wooden Caravans And Cabins With A Private Balcony Or Terrace.Each Accommodation Type At The Quai Des Pontis Has A Flat-Screen Tv. They Also Have A Refrigerator And A Microwave. Free Wi-Fi Access Is Available In The Entire Property. A Dinner Tray Can Be Prepared Upon Request.The Residence Also Provides Free And Secure On-Site Private Parking As Well As A Swimming Pool. Bicycle Rental Is Available And The Property Is Just A 5-Minute Walk From The Centre Of Cognac.

Ibis Cognac Is Located In Cognac And A Number Of Restaurants, Cafes And Shops Can Be Found Nearby. Guests Have Access To Free Wifi Throughout The Property.All Rooms Include A Desk And A Flat-Screen Tv. The Private Bathrooms Come With A Shower And A Hairdryer.A Buffet Breakfast Composed Of Sweet And Savoury Dishes Such As Eggs, Fruit Salad, Yogurts And Juices Is Served Every Day. Pastries Baked On Site And Fresh French Madeleine Cakes Are Also On Offer, As Well As A Hot Beverage And A Piece Of Fruit To Take Away. Outside Of Regular Breakfast Hours Guests Can Also Enjoy A Lighter Option, Available From 04:00.For Guests Who Enjoy Golf, The Congnac Golf Course Is A 16-Minute Drive From The Hotel. If You Wish To Explore The Surrounding Then The Cognac Art Museum Is Just A 10-Minute Walk From The Ibis Cognac.La Rochelle - Ile De Re Airport Is 109 Km From The Property And Cognac Train Station Is 800 Metres Away.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Set In A Former Winery, 8 Km From Surgères, This B&B Offers An Outdoor Swimming Pool, A Reading Room With Books And A Lounge Area Where You Can Drink A Tea In The Afternoon. A Garage For Bikes Is Available On Site.Provided With Multi-Jet Showers And Free Toiletries, All The Rooms At A Fleur Des Champs Include A Seating Area And A Wardrobe.The Breakfast Is Served Daily In The Property’S Dining Room, Where A Fridge And Microwave Are At Your Disposal.You Can Relax In The Garden Or Go Biking In The Surrounding Area. La Rochelle Is 44 Km Away And Ile De Ré Is 66 Km Away.

Set In An Ancient House, La Fontenelle Chambres D'Hôtes Is A Guest House Located 10 Km From Cognac. There, Guests Will Relax In The Garden Or On The Terrace And Enjoy The Outdoor Swimming Pool. Free Wi-Fi Is Available Throughout The Property.La Fontenelle Chambres D'Hôtes Features Rooms With Views Of The Garden Or Of The Countryside. They All Have A Wardrobe, A Seating Area And A Bathroom With A Shower, A Toilet And Free Toiletries.In The Morning, A Continental Breakfast Is Served. Upon Prior Reservation, Guests Can Share A Meal Of Sri Lankan Or Charente Cuisine At The Owner’S Table.Cognac Vineyards Can Be Visited In The Surroundings, As Well As The Gallo-Roman Site Of Saintes 40 Km Away. Cognac Train Station Is A 10-Minute Drive From This Property Where Free Parking Is Possible.

Property Location Located in Pérignac, Chambres d'hôtes L'Adalie is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Le Château des Énigmes and Chateau de Cognac. This bed & breakfast is 9.7 mi (15.5 km) from Hennessy Cognac Company and 16.9 mi (27.1 km) from Les Antilles de Jonzac. Rooms Stay in one of 4 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided once per stay. Amenities Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Dining Enjoy a satisfying meal at Table d'hôtes serving guests of Chambres d'hôtes L'Adalie. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM. Business, Other Amenities Free self parking is available onsite.

The Château De L'Yeuse Is Located 2.5 Km From Cognac, Near The Banks Of The River Charente. It Offers Classic Accommodation And A Sauna, Spa, Turkish Bath And Outdoor Swimming Pool. Breakfast Includes Homemade And Organic Produce.All Guest Rooms Offer Views Of The Countryside And Have Satellite Tv And Wi-Fi Access.The Hotel Has A Large Terrace With Panoramic Views Of The Charente Countryside, Where Guests Can Eat And Relax With A Drink From The Bar. The Yeuse’S Restaurant Serves Gourmet Cuisine And Offers A Variety Of Wines, Served In One Of The Château’S Large Dining Rooms Or On The Terrace.The Hotel’S Spa Has A Hot Tub, Sauna And Offers Massage Therapy. Guests Of The Yeuse Can Enjoy Hiking And Cycling Nearby And Travel The 7 Km To Cognac Golf Club.

Located 19 Km From The Medieval Town Of St Jean D’Angély, La Clef Des Champs Features A Tree-Lined Park With A Pond And Bbq Facilities. A Continental Breakfast Is Served In The Traditional-Style Dining Room.With A Garden View, Guest Rooms Include A Tv And A Fan. Most Of The Rooms Are Decorated With Wooden Furnishings, And Some Also Have Exposed Beams. A Hairdryer Is Provided In The Bathrooms.The Hosts Will Prepare Evening Meals Made With Local Produce, Upon Prior Reservation. During Summer, Meals Are Available On Monday, Wednesday And Friday. You Can Also Use The Communal Fridge And Microwave.An Original Fireplace And A Library With Tourist Information Feature In The Living Room, Where You Can Use The Free Wi-Fi Access.The Town Of Surgères Is Just 5 Km From This B&B And Free Private Parking Is Possible On Site. Local Leisure Activities Include Hiking, Cycling And Fishing.

Ibis Styles Cognac Is Located In Cognac, A 5-Minute Drive From The City Centre, The Cognac Distilleries And The Banks Of The Charente River. It Offers An Outdoor Pool And Free Wifi Access.The Guest Rooms At The Ibis Styles Cognac Hotel Are Soundproofed And Air-Conditioned. Each Has A Private Bathroom With A Shower And Toilet.Guests Can Enjoy A Drink In The Hotel Bar Or Relax On The Outdoor Terrace. The Ibis Styles Cognac Hotel’S Staff Are Available To Assist You 24 Hours A Day.Bordeaux And La Rochelle Are A 90-Minute Drive From The Ibis Styles Cognac And Free Private Parking Is Provided.

This Campanile Hotel Is Located In Tonnay Charente, Just 5-Minute Drive From Rochefort Town Centre. It Has A Private Terrace And Offers Air-Conditioned Accommodation With Free Wi-Fi Access.Each Room At The Campanile Rochefort-Sur-Mer ~ Tonnay Charente Is Equipped With A Private Bathroom And Tea And Coffee Making Facilities.Breakfast Is Served Daily And Guests Can Enjoy Traditional Cuisine At The Rochefort-Sur-Mer Campanile Restaurant. The Hotel Also Provides A 24-Hour Reception And Free Newspapers.Free Private Parking Is Available On Site And The Campanile Is An Ideal Base For Exploring The Charente-Maritime Region. It Is Easily Accessible By The A837 Motorway.

Corderie Royale’S 4-Star Accommodation Is On The Banks Of The Charente River, Just 400 Metres From The Corderie Royale Museum. It Has A Restaurant, Swimming Pool And Fitness Centre. Free Wi-Fi And Free Parking Are Available.Corderie Royale Is Housed In A 17Th-Century Building And Hotel Has Combined The Original Details With Modern Amenities. Corderie Rooms Are Equipped With A Tv And Private Bathroom. Each Room Has A View Of The River Or The Gardens.Guests Can Enjoy Local Specialities From The Region, In Corderie Royale’S Restaurant, While Overlooking The Charente. There Is A Bar Where Guests Are Invited To Enjoy An Aperitif.La Rochelle Is 35 Km From La Corderie Royale, While Royan Is 41 Km Away. La Rochelle - Ile De Re Airport Is 39 Km From The Property.

Located In Rochefort, 650M From The Train Station And 15Km From Fouras Beach, Ibis Rochefort Has A 24-Hour Reception, A Lift, Luggage Storage Room, A Bar And Free Wi-Fi.The Air-Conditioned Bedrooms All Have A Phone, A Desk And A Flat-Screen Tv. They Also Come With A Shower Room With A Hairdryer.A Buffet Breakfast Composed Of Sweet And Savoury Dishes Such As Eggs, Fruit Salad, Yogurts And Juices Is Served Every Day. Pastries Baked On Site And Fresh French Madeleine Cakes Are Also On Offer, As Well As A Hot Beverage And A Piece Of Fruit To Take Away. Outside Of Regular Breakfast Hours Guests Can Also Enjoy A Lighter Option, Available From 04:00.Ibis Rochefort Is 40Km From La Rochelle Airport And 30Km From L’Ile D’Oléron. On-Site Parking Is Available At A Small Extra Cost.

Located 2 Km From Rochefort Town Centre, The Residences De Bougainville Is Just A 10-Minute Drive From The Beach. It Offers Self-Catering Apartments.Each Apartment And Studio Has A Living Room With A Sofa Bed And Tv. They Have A Dining Area And Kitchenette Equipped With A Dishwasher, Coffee-Maker And Toaster.The Residences De Bougainville Is A 2-Minute Walk From The Rochefort Sncf Train Station, And Guests Can Easily Visit The City’S Thermal Baths.

Hotel Des Remparts Is Located In Central Rochefort, Linked To The Thermes De Rochefort Spa Facilities. It Offers Free Wi-Fi And Modern And Spacious Accommodation With A Garden And Terrace.The Guest Rooms Are Equipped With A Private Bathroom And Flat-Screen Tv With Satellite Channels.Hotel Des Remparts Provides A Daily Buffet Breakfast That Can Also Be Taken In The Guest Rooms Upon Request And At A Charge. The Hotel’S Restaurant Is Open For Lunch And Dinner Serving Traditional French Seasonal Dishes.Set Menus And À La Carte Options Are Available.Set Close To The Charente River, Hotel Des Remparts Is Only A 10-Minute Walk To The Rochefort Train Station, La Corderie Royale, Le Chantier De L’Hermione And The Marine National Museum.

Set In The Small Village Of Jarnac-Champagne, This Hotel Offers Free Wi-Fi Access And Rooms With Views Of The Church. It Is 20 Km From Cognac And 15 Km From The Medieval Town Of Pons.The Rooms At Hôtel Le Relais Are Decorated In A Simple Style And Have A Flat-Screen Tv. They Also Include Free Wi-Fi Access, A Wardrobe And A Private Bathroom.Fresh Pastries From The Village Bakery Are Featured On The Hotel’S Continental Breakfast. It Can Be Enjoyed On The Terrace, In The Dining Room Or In The Comfort Of Guest Rooms.With Free Public Parking On Site, The Hotel Is Ideally Located 17 Km From The A10 Motorway. There Is Also A Restaurant Across The Road, Which Serves Pizza And Dishes Made From Local Produce.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 10 AM.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Set In Rochefort, 2.8 Km From Corderie Royale, Ibis Budget Rochefort Has A Terrace. This 2-Star Hotel Offers A 24-Hour Front Desk And Free Wifi. The Rooms Are Fitted With A Flat-Screen Tv With Cable Channels.The Daily Breakfast Offers Continental And Buffet Options.Guests At The Hotel Will Be Able To Enjoy Activities In And Around Rochefort, Like Cycling.Association Hermione La Fayette Is 3.1 Km From Ibis Budget Rochefort. The Nearest Airport Is La Rochelle - Ile De Re Airport, 29 Km From The Property.

The Extensively Renovated Hotel Le Richelieu Offers Clean And Cosy Accommodation, A Chic, Contemporary Design And A Genuinely Warm And Friendly Welcome. It Boasts Free Wi-Fi And Free On-Site Parking.It Features Modern Facilities In A Classic Building. Guest Rooms Are Individually Decorated, Spacious And Comfortable. They Are Equipped With Satellite Tv, Air Conditioning And An En Suite Bathroom. Most Have A Small Seating Area.Start The Day With The Tasty Buffet Breakfast. Later On, Enjoy A Delicious Gourmet Meal In The Hotel'S Restaurant, Le Menestrel. Served In The Stylish Dining Room, The Seasonal Menu Is Prepared With Fresh Local Ingredients.During Your Stay, Explore The Area. Saujon Is Next To The Atlantic Coast And Le Richelieu Enjoys A Privileged Position Just 10 Km From The Beach. Make The Most Of The Relaxing Beauty Treatments On Offer In This Pretty Spa Town, And Visit The Picturesque Historic Villages In The Region.The Friendly Owners And Staff Of This Charming Hotel Will Make Sure You Have A Comfortable And Enjoyable Stay.

Recreational amenities at the vacation home include an outdoor tennis court. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

At Le Logis du Port Paradis, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.