Large House and 2 Gites in Beautiful Rural Setting near the Deux Sevres/Vendee Border
Perfect Base for Exploring, Countryside, Attractions or Just Chilling by the Pool
4 Bedroom House and 2 x 2 Bedroom Gites
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Les Glycines Gites offer a relaxing base for your holiday to this very sunny area of France. Sympathetically restored and retaining many original features. Much care has also been taken to equip the house and gites to a high standard in order to make your stay as comfortable as possible. The pool (9m x 4.6m and 1.2m deep) with its ample decking area, is securely gated. Positioned in a suntrap, the loungers allow complete relaxation as you take in the lovely views of the surrounding woodland. The 2 acres of grounds, include a well equipped, separate large games field, and numerous benches for taking in the views. There is a wildflower area behind the gites, which is full of butterflies. Each property is south facing and has 2 outdoor private garden areas with seating and tables. One shaded and one sunny, for you to enjoy your BBQ, outdoor dining and perhaps, a glass of wine! Our Gites are a perfect central base for house hunting in Poitou Charentes and into the Vendee.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 14 January 2012 - 30 March 2012 | £425 | 7 | ||
| 31 March 2012 - 13 April 2012 | £650 | 7 | ||
| 14 April 2012 - 1 June 2012 | £500 | 7 | ||
| 2 June 2012 - 8 June 2012 | £650 | 7 | ||
| 9 June 2012 - 29 June 2012 | £500 | 7 | ||
| 30 June 2012 - 20 July 2012 | £800 | 7 | ||
| 21 July 2012 - 24 August 2012 | £950 | 7 | ||
| 25 August 2012 - 31 August 2012 | £800 | 7 | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 12 October 2012 | £650 | 7 | ||
| 13 October 2012 - 7 December 2012 | £425 | 7 |
La Roche (2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4) Prices
| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 14 January 2012 - 30 March 2012 | £265 | 7 | ||
| 31 March 2012 - 13 April 2012 | £400 | 7 | ||
| 14 April 2012 - 1 June 2012 | £340 | 7 | ||
| 2 June 2012 - 8 June 2012 | £400 | 7 | ||
| 9 June 2012 - 29 June 2012 | £340 | 7 | ||
| 30 June 2012 - 20 July 2012 | £460 | 7 | ||
| 21 July 2012 - 24 August 2012 | £550 | 7 | ||
| 25 August 2012 - 31 August 2012 | £460 | 7 | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 12 October 2012 | £400 | 7 | ||
| 13 October 2012 - 7 December 2012 | £265 | 7 |
Les Petites Pierres (2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5) Prices
| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 14 January 2012 - 30 March 2012 | £220 | 7 | ||
| 31 March 2012 - 13 April 2012 | £350 | 7 | ||
| 14 April 2012 - 1 June 2012 | £290 | 7 | ||
| 2 June 2012 - 8 June 2012 | £350 | 7 | ||
| 9 June 2012 - 29 June 2012 | £290 | 7 | ||
| 30 June 2012 - 20 July 2012 | £410 | 7 | ||
| 21 July 2012 - 24 August 2012 | £490 | 7 | ||
| 25 August 2012 - 31 August 2012 | £410 | 7 | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 12 October 2012 | £350 | 7 | ||
| 13 October 2012 - 7 December 2012 | £220 | 7 |
Notes on prices
Prices shown are per property per week in UK pounds.A 10% discount is available for booking all three Gites per week.There is a 5% discount for booking 2 Gites and for stays of over 3 weeks. We also offer Short Breaks – contact us for details.Prices include bed linen, electricity, gas and 'welcome package' on arrival. Bath and Pool Towels are not included,it is possible to hire Bath Towels for a small charge. Cots and high chairs are available on request, please bring your own cot bedding.
Changeover day
In July and August changeover day is Saturday. We can offer flexible changeover days outside these months,please enquire. You are welcome after 4pm on day of arrival, and we would request you to vacate your gite by 10am on the day of departure.
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La Roche (2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4)
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| La Roche (The Rock),has the distinctive feature of exposed granite bedrock forming part of the hallway and shower room walls. The hall leads to the double bedroom overlooking the front and the twin at the rear.There is a downstairs shower room with washbasin, heated towel rail and Washing Machine. Separate WC with washbasin. Upstairs there is a spacious light open-plan,well-equipped kitchen area with Gas Cooker,Fridge-Freezer,Microwave, Dishwasher,Welcome Pack and views over the fields to the rear of the Gite.The sitting room/dining area enjoys views over the woods to the front.There is a TV(freesat),CD player,DVD player,DVDs,Books and Games, and an Information folder with many suggestions for 'Days Out'.The French doors lead you to your own private barbecue area,with steps leading up to your dining terrace - great for relaxing in the evening sun with a bottle of wine and some good French food.There is also a private picnic table under the shade of the trees. | |
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Les Petites Pierres (2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5)
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| Les Petites Pierres, (Little Stones), is a charmingly renovated 18th century cottage furnished to a high standard throughout.It has a 'typically French' feel with original oak beams.The well-equipped kitchen contains the Gas Cooker, Fridge-Freezer, Microwave ,Washing Machine and a Welcome Pack. The shower room +WC is located downstairs, with shaver point and heated towel rail. The comfortable lounge/diner has a solid oak fire surround & a Woodburner for early/late season stays. There is a TV(freesat), Video/DVD player,CD player,Videos,DVDs, Books and Games and an Information folder with many suggestions for 'Days Out'. The 2 upstairs bedrooms have original oak beams and views over the woods at the front. There is one double and one twin bedroom,and the latter can accommodate 3 children under the age of 8 with the provision of a further single bed. A private patio with table and chairs for sitting/dining is at the front of the Gite with another private BBQ garden across the chemin. | |
Notes on accommodation
Bedlinen is provided but please bring your own Bath/Pool towels and any Cot bedding.Bath towels can be hired.Stair gates are fitted in each Gite.Wifi is available to all properties. The Gites are non-smoking and are not suitable for Pets All Gites have a good selection of Books and Games. The Owners live on site in the end House and are available to offer help, suggest visits,book meals and to make your stay as enjoyable and carefree as possible. There is a comprehensive Information pack in each Gite,with details of local restaurants, shops, tourist attractions and walks. A Welcome Pack is included in each Gite on arrival.There are two Private sitting/dining areas per Gite, one sunny and one shady, which are equipped with tables, chairs, parasols and a barbecue. During July and August, there is a daily delivery service of freshly baked Baguettes, Croissants, Pain au Chocolat. The Gites are fronted by a small chemin(country lane)which is infrequently used except for the daily La Poste.
Accessibility
Cars can be driven up to each Gite for loading/unloading. As we are in a valley, there are steps and slopes to negotiate within the grounds. Please contact the owners for further information.
Outside
Set in a glorious sheltered sun trap,the large shared pool (9m x 4.6 m and 1.2m deep) is surrounded by an ample sun deck and is securely gated. Loungers, chairs and parasols are supplied for relaxing and sunbathing after a refreshing dip.We also provide a paddling pool for children and Pool toys.The tranquil setting is surrounded by woodland views.Benches are positioned around the grounds to take in the beautiful surroundings. At the top of the site,is our large well-equipped Games field where you can enjoy Football, Table Tennis,Badminton,Basketball and Boules.There are many wonderful walks(maps provided) right on our doorstep.The nearby parking area for guests is separate from the Gites. There is plenty of space for guests to be active and relax.
Abundant local Wildlife includes,Buzzards,Woodpeckers,Owls,Lizards,Frogs,Red Squirrels and masses of Butterflies and Ladybirds are attracted by our Wildflower area. Grasshoppers and Crickets are also a delightful addition to the soundscape.
Coast/Beach
An hour away are the beautiful beaches at the seaside resorts of Les Sables-d'Olonne and La Tranche. The picturesque seaside resort and Port of La Rochelle(1hour 15 mins) also has a delightful beach, many shops and a variety of restaurants. The Ile de Re with its charming harbour at St Martin de Re, not only has 60 miles of dedicated cycle track, but you may even spot the Donkeys in trousers! And for 'twitchers', the seaward end of the Marias Poitevin offers excellent Birdwatching opportunities.
Golf
There are a number of excellent golf courses in the area -
Golf du Petit Chêne,Mazieres-en-Gatine -18 & 6-hole Pitch & Putt
Golf Club de Niort - 18 holes.
Golf Club du Château des Forges - 27 holes made up of 3x 9 hole courses.
Golf de La Domangère, La Roche sur Yon -18 holes with water hazards on 13 (The first course to be built in Vendée).
Golf des Olonne 5km east of Les Sables- d'Olonne - 18 holes.
Golf de Port-Bourgenay, Talmont-Saint-Hilaire - 18 hole pitch & putt.
Golf de Cholet - 18 hole course with 6 hole practice course.
Centre Golfique des Chalons, 2km east of Poitiers - 9 holes.
Golf Club de Poitiers, 8km west of Poitiers -18 holes.
Golf Club du Haut-Poitou, 20km north of Poitiers - 18 hole with 9 hole pitch and putt.
Special interest holidays
Les Glycines Gites plans to be offer some special interest breaks in 2013.
Travel
St Malo 182mls, Caen 228mls, Roscoff 269mls, Le Havre 280mls, Cherbourg 283mls and Calais 394mls. Ports are well positioned for travelling to us via Brittany Ferries (Portsmouth/Poole/Plymouth), LD lines (Portsmouth/Newhaven)and Condor Ferries (Poole/Weymouth). Eurotunnel and TGV network (connect with Eurostar) are also popular routes. Poitiers (Ryanair), La Rochelle (Flybe/Ryanair/Easyjet/Jet2) and Nantes (Ryanair/Easyjet/Flybe/CityJet) airports within 1h15mins drive. Car essential.
Distances
L'Absie - all facilities, restaurants, supermarket, banks, post office etc 2 miles.
Also at L'Absie - the Abbey and just north - the 'Rocking Rock'.
Adventure Forest and Karting 5 miles.
Pescalis 9 miles.
Vouvant 13 miles.
Parthenay 18 miles.
Coulon 23 miles - to access the Marais Poitevin.
Niort 25 miles.
Puy de Fou 32 miles.
Futuroscope and Poitiers 50 miles.
La Rochelle 52 miles.
La Tranche-sur-mer 60 miles.
Les Sables -d'Olonne 66 miles.
Nantes 76 miles.
Further details
We are within an easy drive of 2 of the top theme park destinations in France, Futuroscope at Poitiers, which has a number of interactive games and rides, and Puy du Fou, with spectacular outdoor shows, replica villages and falconry exhibitions. The Marais Poitevin is a fascinating area of meadows and marshlands- hire a boat and spend the day meandering through the picturesque waterways. If you start at Coulon, you can also take a ride on the miniature train.There are beautiful beaches at Les Sables-d'Olonne, La Tranche and the seaside resort and port of La Rochelle is a must to visit. For steam railway enthusiasts, there is the Chemin de Fer at Cholet, a 22km stretch of track, complete with dining car and a small museum. There is a cycleway running the length of the Vendee coast and 60miles of cycle tracks on the Ile de Re (La Rochelle) with a Velo-Bus to come back on if required! Locally there are several 'plans d'eau' which have a large lakes for swimming, man-made beaches, often waterslides and many watery activities. For fishermen/women, the fantastic Pescalis, Europe's premier fishing complex is just 10 minutes drive away. It has more than 250 acres of lakes with carp up to 25kgs. 10 mins away is the 'Forest of Adventure' and an excellent Karting track both VERY popular with our visitors. For something 'completely different' travel underground at the Faymoreau Mining Centre. Just north of L'Absie is the Rocher Branlant - the 'rocking rock'-a huge balanced boulder which moves very slightly when pushed! Local Markets in the area are a fantastically rich way to experience French life and Food and we can advise on any Vide Greniers (loft sales) in the area. Parthenay, Niort and Poitiers are vibrant cities rich in medieval history.Vouvant, a very pretty village, has some very beautiful walks. There is a Chateau at Coulonges sur L'Autize,and the Chateau et Jardin Medieval de la Guyonniere is near Parthenay.A number of Loire Chateaux are within easy reach.
Booking notes
A deposit of 25% is payable on booking with the balance due 8 weeks prior to arrival date. When booking all 3 Gites there is a discount of 10% per week.
Booking 2 Gites attracts a 5% discount per week. Payment can be made directly from our website via Paypal, by BACS or Cheque, in Sterling or Euros.
Guest comments
2011 Guest Comments
My family and I have had a fabulous,relaxing holiday here at Les Glycines.I love the cosy cottages and their position.We had such fun,all 14 of us,cooking,eating,drinking,swimming,walking.No need to go very far as the surrounding countryside is beautiful.I'll certainly be recommending you to all my friends. A&family
We have had a wonderful holiday,due in no small measure to Anne and Ray's fantastic hospitality.The gite is a 'home from home' and our children loved the swimming Pool and games field.MANC
We have had a fantastic 2 weeks at Les Petites Pierres and are very reluctantly leaving tomorrow.The weather has been great every day with so much to see and do.JTCA
We have loved our holiday,it is so beautiful and peaceful here with loads to see and do.We are definitely coming back again.JPLT
We had a fantastic vacation.It was ideal for a family like ours.HHMF
The accommodation has been comfortable and homely-all our needs supplied.Would definitely recommend.AMK
Owner profile
Our Boys-Merlot and Muscat-much prettier than us!
About the owner
We moved here in July 2010 from a village in Devon with our two Burmese Cats, Merlot and Muscat - taking over Les Glycines Gites. We wanted to develop a completely different lifestyle and business activity, following years of self-employment in the UK. For over 20 years, Anne ran Heaven Scent Herbs, a small speciality Mustard manufacturer. Ray was an Education and Training consultant. Customer experience and satisfaction have always been central to our business ethos and this is our paramount aim as we develop our new venture.
Year purchased: 2010
Why the owner chose a home in this location
We have always loved the French lifestyle, food and drink, so the Country was easy! Having viewed many properties, it was the peaceful rural setting of Les Glycines which made it our choice. Researching the area proved that the location was not only easily accessible, but it was central to an amazing range of attractions and activities for visitors. The gently rolling landscape gives delightful views across fields, woods and orchards, and there is an abundance of wildlife.
Unique benefits of the property
Les Glycines Gites whilst in the beautiful, wooded Jincheres Valley, is within easy reach of all main facilities, including a number of weekly markets. A number of walks begin right on our doorstep, and you may be lucky enough to spot a family of Roe Deer, Red Squirrels and the wheeling Buzzards overhead. It is the sheer peacefulness of the location which you experience as soon as you arrive that makes this a very special location for us and our Guests.
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