1 Gite, 1 House (LV001977) - Chantonnay
(8km) Chantonnay - Vendée - Western Loire
PROPERTY SUMMARY
17C Barn/House 3* Accredited Superb Countryside
Property Location
| Reference: | LV001977 |
|---|---|
| Brochure: | Page 37 |
| Location: |
(8km) Chantonnay - Vendée - Western Loire View location map Plan your route to this property |
| Area: | Rural Village |
Amenities
- Child Facilities
- Cleaning
- Cycling
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Fishing
NearbyTypes of fish: carp
Name of nearest fishing location: lac de rochereau
Distance: 2 km - Internet Access
- Linen
- No Smoking
- Out of Season
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Watersports
Nearby
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About The Property
| Property | Type | Bedrooms | Sleeps | Arrival | Bathrooms | Availability | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| House |
+ sofabed
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Self Catering | 2 | 4/7 | Sat | 2 | Check availability |
| 17th Century Barn Conversion |
Bedroom 1 - Double room
Bedroom 2 is a mezzanine with twin beds and a further single bed and Cot available on request.
|
Self Catering | 2 | 6 | Sat | 1 | Check availability |
Two properties, House and Barn, can be let together or separately.
17th century lovingly converted barn situated in a small hamlet near Sigournais in glorious countryside is the place to unwind.
The house with a 90 square metre courtyard is situated on the other side of the road to the barn.
A perfect base to explore rural France and to enjoy the history, attractions, excellent climate and charm of the Vendee. Spend a day on the Atlantic beaches of Sable d'Olonne, La Tranche or La Faute or alternatively take a boat out in the Marais Poitevin (the 'Green Venice' of France). The cities of Nantes and Poitiers are within easy striking distance by car for superb restaurants and shopping. Plus, Sigournais is only 25km from the Puy du Fou theme park, the second most popular tourist attraction in France after the Eiffel Tower.
Local sights include restaurants, markets, picturesque villages, lakes for swimming (5 mins away), swimming pool in Chantonnay, fishing, watersports, forests, horse riding, golf, walking, cycling, châteaux, bird life, and beaches. See our website for more details.
The shop at Sigournais is only 5 minutes away whilst the nearest large shopping centre is just 10 minutes away in Chantonnay.
Accommodation.
The barn is spacious, has plenty of natural light and is furnished to the highest standard for 6 guests.
Accommodation comprises double bedroom, living room with sofabed, kitchen/dining area, mezzanine with 2 single beds, large shower room with wc and separate wc.
The kitchen includes oven, hob, fridge-freezer, washing machine, microwave and dishwasher.
The property has central heating and wood burning fire. Dvd, video player, cd players.
Garden furniture, bbq. Bed linen and towels provided free. Baby items (bath, cot, highchair, playpen etc) on request. Wi-fi enabled.
The house has 2 bedrooms. There is a sofa bed in the lounge and one bedroom has a double bed, the second has 2 or 3 single beds with an en suite.
Sorry, no smoking.
Facilities
| Property Type: | Gites Cottages Houses |
|---|---|
| Nearest restaurant: | Kinours is approx a 5 minute drive away where you can lunch with the locals on 5 courses with unlimited wine for approx 10 Euros. Saturnin is approx a 5 minutes walk, this is a bar but also does workmen's lunches week days and food, lunch and evenings at weekends but will open especially for you week day evenings, but you have to book. There are lots of restaurants in Chantonnay that cater for all tastes. |
| Location and activities: | Spend a day at the beaches of Sable d'Olonne, La Tranche or La Faute, take a boat out in the Marais Poitevin (the green Venice of France). Go for lunch in La Rochelle and antique hunt in the afternoon or see the sights. The Lac du Rochereau, is 5 minutes from the Barn and probably one of the most beautiful spots you have ever seen. You can swim from its beach, take a boat out, have a picnic, admire and paint the views or try fishing for carp. Go for a day's sightseeing or shopping in Nantes or Poitiers. Nearby there is horse riding, horse racing, surfing, watersports, cycling, running, golfing and even night clubs for the enegetic! Also there is ballooning, bird-watching, walks, forests, canoeing and many places of historic interest, markets, a zoo, villages, lots of bars and restaurants for the not so energetic. Sigournais is only 25km from the Puy du Fou, the second biggest tourist attraction in France after the Eiffel tower. This is a spectacular day out for all the family. |
| Bedrooms: | Properties can be let together or separately. The Barn.Two bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 6 people. Bedroom 1 has a double bed which is an antique French double bed. There are fitted wardrobes and a seating area in the bay window. Bedroom 2 has 2 single beds on the mezzanine, this was originally the hay loft when the barn was built. Because of this, the headroom is low but quaint, yet adequate. There are 2 large fitted wardrobes, one for clothes and the other for suitcases, etc. If there are 5 guests as in a couple and 3 children we can put an extra bed on the mezzanine - please advise when booking. We can also provide up to 2 cots for a babies but please let us know that you need this at the time of booking. The House. Two bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 7 people. Bedroom 1 has a double bed. Bedroom 2 has 2 or 3 single beds and an en suite. |
| Bathrooms: | The Barn.The bathroom is a large luxury shower room with wc, washbasin and heated towel rail. There is a separate bathroom with wc and washbasin. The House. The bathroom has a separate wc. There is a separate wc and shower room en suite to the single bedded room. |
| Kitchen: | Hob, oven, grill, dishwasher, fridge-freezer, microwave, washing machine, dryer, crockery and cutlery for 12. |
| Dining: | Seating for 6 and childs highchair available on request. |
| Living area: | Comfy seating for 6 people. Sofabed. There is a wood burning fire in the living area - wonderful in the winter. It is a no smoking house due to the enormous amount of wood in the property. There is a smoke alarm and fire extinguisher for safety. |
| Entertainment on-site: | There are a number of books, adults and childrens games, cds, dvds for adults and children. |
| Outside: | Patio with tables, chairs, benches, bbq, parasol etc. Looks over the fields which belong to the property. The house comes with a 90sq metre courtyard. |
| General: | Central heating, linen, towels, tea towels, etc provided free plus cleaning materials etc. This is farmland and is home for many cows and is unlikely to appeal to pet owners. The upside is that you can buy eggs and milk at the farms. Cots, playpen, pramettes, sterilizer etc for babies if required - please mention at time of booking |
| Suitability: | Children welcome. Low allergen environment. Unsuitable for the elderly or infirm. Wheelchair inaccessible. |
17th Century Barn Conversion - Sleeps: 6, Bedrooms: 2
25% has been taken off the rates for all bookings from now to the end of the year 2011
Bedlinen, towels and cleaning materials provided in the price.
Enquire and Book
To book this property use the contact details below quoting Holiday France Direct ref: LV001977.
| Contact: | Vanessa Labern |
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| Telephone: | 020 8549 2025 |
| Mobile: | 07971 402370 |
| Email: | Email the Owner » |
| Owner's website: | www.vendee-unlimited.co.uk |
| Shortlist: | Click here to add this property to your shortlist |
What to See and Do
Owners Recommendations
Eating Out
'Kinours for a Truly French Experience'
"Eat with the locals. 9 Euros for 4 or 5 courses with wine at lunch time, no choice but that increases the experience! Amazing value."
'La Cigalle in Nantes'
"This is the most famous brasserie in all of France, a truly wonderful experience. You can dine a la carte or surprisingly they have a 15 or 25 Euro menu!"
Local Area and Activities
'Birds and Wildlife'
"You can see owls, herons, redshanks, green woodpeckers, kingfishers, avocets, terns, lapwings, storks, egrets, hoopoes, buzzards, hawks, curlews, stilts, spoonbills, eagles, otters."
'Chantonnay Market'
"A local market every Saturday morning situated in the square Les Halles in Chantonnay. Fresh produce all locally produced (next to the tourist office)."
'Golf'
"There are 4 golf courses all within an hours drive. These are Les Fontenelles. Famous for its driving range, this golf course with its many hedgerows provides an excellent success of water features, maritime pine and oaks over 2 miles. La Domangére. The highest slope in France with a wealth of shots to be played, this is a delightful course that those in search of new challenges will want to experience. (This is supposed to be one of the more difficult golf courses in France). Port Bougenay. On the edge of the sea and bordering an enclosed forest, this golf course overlooks the marina of Port Bourgenay. With hedgerows and pine forest, this course provides a two-in-one experience. Maxieres en Gatine. Set amongst lakes and ancient trees, this course produces surprise after surprise behind each hedgerow. "
'Lac du Rocheraux'
"Five mins from the Barn. The lake has a beach for swimming. The Morliere restaurant where there is a bar or you can dine. You can picnic around the lake, fish for carp or just enjoy the outstanding views and the tranquillity. "
'Places to go'
"Vouvant, Marais Poitevin, La Rochelle, Sable d'Olonne, La Faute, Futuroscope, Puy du Fou, La Tranche, Nantes, Poitier, Ile d'Yeu, Parthenay, Mervent Forest and the zoo."
'Puy du Fou'
"The second most visited tourist attraction in France after the Eiffel Tower. History has never been this fascinating."
'Things to do'
"Ballooning, bird-watching, boating, clubbing, cycling, fishing (carp), golf, go-karting, horse racing, riding, running, shopping, swimming, surfing, walking, watersports and much more."
Markets and Shopping
'For a Day out Shopping'
"Nantes/La Roche/Poitier/La Rochelle"