Large Family Friendly Gites with Heated Pool
Particularly Suitable for Multi-generational Groups Including Young Children
Upto 20 people plus babies in 10 bedrooms
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High quality accommodation designed to be particulaly suitable for large groups on holiday with young children. The properties are located on the edge of a village with bar, bakery and shop - peaceful without being too isolated. Each property has a private garden as well as use of a (fenced) communial garden containing a well equipped play area. Situated midway between the historic towns of Luçon and Fontenay le Comte, a large choice of shops, markets and restuarants are with easy reach. The pool is designed with the needs of both adults and children in mind, with a large paddling area to the side of the main pool, is heated and fully fenced for security. Nearby attractions include the excellent Puy du Fou theme park, Indian Forest adventure park, fabulous Vendée beaches and La Rochelle. We offer meal services for when you feel like taking the 'self' out of self-catering, plus babysitting for nights out. St Malo 3 hours, La Rochelle airport 35 mins, Nantes airport 1 hour.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 1 March 2012 - 4 April 2012 | £750 | 7 | ||
| 5 April 2012 - 11 April 2012 | £950 | 7 | ||
| 12 April 2012 - 27 April 2012 | £750 | 7 | ||
| 28 April 2012 - 1 June 2012 | £950 | 7 | ||
| 2 June 2012 - 8 June 2012 | £1450 | 7 | ||
| 9 June 2012 - 22 June 2012 | £1100 | 7 | ||
| 23 June 2012 - 13 July 2012 | £1450 | 7 | ||
| 14 July 2012 - 31 August 2012 | £2200 | 7 | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 14 September 2012 | £1450 | 7 | ||
| 15 September 2012 - 12 October 2012 | £950 | 7 | ||
| 13 October 2012 - 2 November 2012 | £750 | 7 | ||
| 19 December 2012 - 4 January 2013 | £950 | 7 |
Les Chardonnerets (5 bedrooms, sleeps 9) Prices
| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 17 December 2011 - 2 January 2012 | £950 | 7 | ||
| 1 March 2012 - 4 April 2012 | £750 | 7 | ||
| 5 April 2012 - 11 April 2012 | £950 | 7 | ||
| 12 April 2012 - 27 April 2012 | £750 | 7 | ||
| 28 April 2012 - 1 June 2012 | £950 | 7 | ||
| 2 June 2012 - 8 June 2012 | £1450 | 7 | ||
| 9 June 2012 - 22 June 2012 | £1100 | 7 | ||
| 23 June 2012 - 13 July 2012 | £1450 | 7 | ||
| 14 July 2012 - 31 August 2012 | £2200 | 7 | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 14 September 2012 | £1450 | 7 | ||
| 15 September 2012 - 12 October 2012 | £950 | 7 | ||
| 13 October 2012 - 2 November 2012 | £750 | 7 | ||
| 19 December 2012 - 4 January 2013 | £950 | - |
Changeover day
For 2012, changover will be on Thursday until June 2nd, Saturday thereafter. This may be flexible outside of the peak summer period - please enquire.
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Les Chardonnerets (5 bedrooms, sleeps 9)
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Les Chardonnerets is a converted barn, with exposed beams and stone walls. Downstairs the property has an open plan arrangement, with a very large kitchen diner, leading through into a large living room. Upstairs there are 5 bedrooms, 2 double (both en-suite), 2 twin rooms and 1 single room. There is also a family bathroom (with a special low sink - just for the little ones). The property is fully equiped with washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, microwave, English TV (including Cbeebies) DVD, video and CD player. Cots, highchairs, stairgates and toys are also provided. Outside to the front of the property there is a private garden and parking area (sole use). To the rear of the property is a very large covered terrace, with BBQ, which faces onto the shared swimming pool and play area. |
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Notes on accommodation
Both properties are centrally heated and are available to rent March - October inclusive and over the Christmas / New Year period.
During July and August, and for Christmas / New Year, La Maison du Blé and Les Chardonnerets can be taken only as a single unit sleeping 20. Please refer to our website for details of the relavent dates. At all other times the properties can be taken together or as seperate units.
Although offered on the basis of weekly lets or multiples thereof, during the periods March / May and September / October, La Maison and Les Chardonnerets can be taken for weekends (up to three nights) at 50% of the weekly rate.
Although offered on a self-catering basis we are able to offer a meals service at both properties, in the form of pre-prepared meals (24 hours notice normally needed).
Babysitting is available should you desire an evening out. We live locally (4km distant) and are on hand to offer any assistance or information you might require.
Outside
The swimming pool measures 12m x 6m plus a 8m square paddling area (30cm or one foot deep) for younger children. The pool is heated (for comfort) and fenced (for security). The pool uses a saline sterilisation system rather than a more conventional 'chlorine' system - this is said by some to be kinder to skin and eyes. A play area with wendy house, slide, swings and sand pit is situated outside the pool fence, and there is plenty of space for impromptu football games or boules matches. There is also a large trampoline (14 foot) in the garden. Both properties naturally have BBQs
Coast/Beach
La Faute sur Mer is a 35 mins drive from the properties, and offers a large, clean sandy beach. Other beaches such as La Tranche sur Mer, Les Conches are also within easy reach at about 45 minutes. The resort town of Les Sables d'Olonne with it's fine beach, zoo and other attractions is a one hour drive. Slighly further away, but ideal for a day trip is the beautiful island of the Ile de Ré.
Golf
There are a number of golf courses within easy reach. In the Vendée itself, there are courses at Les Sables d'Olonnes, La Roche sur Yon (La Domangère), l'Aiguillon sur Vie (Des Fontenelles) and a particularly high-quality and challenging course at St Jean de Monts on the Coast. A little further afield, excellent courses can be found near La Rochelle and Niort.
Travel
La Rochelle airport is a 35 mins drive away, and is serviced by Ryanair (from Stanstead and East Midlands), Easyjet (Bristol), Jet2 (Leeds / Bradford & Edinbrugh) and Flybe (from Birmingham and Southampton).
The channel port of St Malo is 3 hours drive, whilst Caen and Cherbourg are 4-5 hours away.
Nantes airport (Ryanair and others) is a one hour drive away.
A car is essential.
Distances
Nearby towns: Fontenay Le Comte 10 miles; Luçon 10 miles; La Rochelle 27 miles.
Nearby attractions: Mervent Forest 12 miles; "Green Venice" 24 miles; Puy du Fou 60 miles; Indian Forest 25 miles.
Further details
The local towns of Fontenay-le-Comte and Luçon are both attractive and well endowed with shops, supermarkets and good restaurants. Both host weekly markets.
Nearby attractions include: Mervent Forest: near Fontenay-le-Comte is over 12000 acres of mixed woodland. Ideal for walking, riding cycling and picnics, the forest is also home to a water sports complex (canoes, sailing, etc), a rather good small zoo, an amusement park and a high-ropes adventure park that has courses suitable for 3 years old upward.
Green Venice: The Poitou Marshes (aka Venise Vert) is a vast drained area of dykes and canals that makes for great walking and cycling. In a number of pretty vilages, boats such as punts and canoes can be hired.
The Puy du Fou: In the north of the Vendée, this theme park is based on the history of the area, displaying events through live reenactments of the highest quality. "Exceptional" is the only fair description! Many of our guests visit more than once.
Indian Forest: take trails through the forest several meters off the ground! Suspended by safety harnesses, you are able to climb, swing, slide and pretty much fly through the air. Excellent day out for all ages - all of our guests who have tried this have loved it.
As well as bed linen (freshly pressed), towels (including pool / beach towels), our service includes a welcome pack (bread, wine, cheese, eggs - usually home produced from pampered hens, coffee, etc). All utilities and cleaning are included in the price. Equipment such as sterilisers, bottle warmers and baby listeners are available at no extra charge.
The owners are resident in France (our home is about 4km away) and we are on hand to provide any assistance you might need. Babysitting and a meals service are available upon request. Please note that during peak season we only accept bookings from parties that include children. We offer special packages for Christmas and New Year weeks.
Booking notes
Please e-mail or phone to confirm availabilty (the calendar is kept as up to date as possible). A 25% deposit is required per week booked. Full payment 8 weeks before the start of your holiday. We accept payments by UK cheque, credit card (in Euros), or bank transfer.
Guest comments
"Georgous house, pool and location excellent - loads to do."
"...very relaxing and kids loved it. We'd definately come back and would not hesitate to recommend to others."
"Had a great time; children played all day and loved the pool. Lovely evenings relaxing in the quiet countryside."
"Note to future guests... try the fabulous food... we had one of our best meals ever in France right here on our patio."
"Thanks for being simply great hosts: so prepared, great attitude and tons of attention to detail makes this place a winner."
Owner profile
About the owner
Jon and Julia Doust have been resident in France for many years. They have three children, the youngest of whom is 4 years old. Their business - Vendée Vacances - was established in 2003 and has over the years welcomed hundreds of families to the Vendée. Vendée Vacances owns four large gites in the South Vendée in the neighbourhood of Fontenay le Comte. Jon and Julia invest continually in the business to ensure that the quality of the gite accommodation they offer is maintained and improved. Native English speakers, they are fluent in French and are on hand to give their guests any information or assistance they might require.
Year purchased: 2003
For booking and further information
Property Ref FR1999
Contact Name:
Jon & Julia Doust
(FRANCE) +33 251528873
Or send SMS to + 33681585293
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