Les Chardonnerets - Self Catering Family Holidays in the Vendee
Cottage with 5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 9, Garden, Swimming Pool
Luxury Self-Catering Accomodation in South West France (Vendee). Especially for families with young children. Les Chardonnerets accomodates up to 9 adults / children plus up to two infants in spacious comfort.
Located in the South Vendée between the towns of Luçon and Fontenay-le-Comte, Les Chardonnerets is convenient for the excellent beaches of the Vendée and the many other attractions of the region.
The property comprises of five bedrooms, three bathrooms (two en-suite), and a huge, open plan living / kithen area. Outside there there is a covered veranda with BBQ and outside dining table.
Entertainment includes a large, heated swimming pool, children's play area, English language television. Meals service and babysitting is also available.
Les Chardonnerets is a converted barn located on the edge of a village in the South Vendée. The property has been converted and renovated to provide high quality accommodation for up to 9 people plus 2 infants. Les Chardonnerets has been furnished and equipped with the needs of those holidaying with young children borne firmly in mind.
The property is arranged over two floors, and has been converted so as to retain many original features, such as exposed stone walls and beams. Downstairs, the property consists of a large (8m by 6m - 26' by 19') kitchen / diner and a sitting room (6m by 6m - 19' by 19').
The kitchen is well equipped with dishwasher, washing machine, dryer, fridge / freezer, hob and fan oven. The dinning table can seat 10 in comfort. High chairs are provided as is childrens tableware; bottle warmers and sterilisers are available upon request at no charge.
The sitting room includes two large sofas plus other seating, TV (English language satellite), DVD, video and stereo system. Here also is a bookcase containing a range of children and adult books and a large cupboard contain a wide selection of toys and games.
A solid oak staircase (secured by two custom-made gates) leads from the sitting room to the upper floor. Here there are five bedrooms - two doubles with en suite facilities, two twins and a single room plus a family bathroom. This bathroom has been carefully designed to be easily used by small children and includes a seperate childrens hand basin and steps up to the bath.
To the rear, Les Chardonnerets has a large covered veranda (18m by 6m) that is equipped with outdoor seating and dining furniture, and a gas BBQ.
Outside, there is a large heated swimming pool (shared with our neighbouring property, La Maison du Blé) with a shallow area for children. This is fenced and kept locked for security. There is a play area with climbing frame, slide, wendy house, sandpit. In addition, Les Chardonnerets has a private, enclosed front garden.
Facilities for this holiday cottage in Fontenay Le Comte, Charente/Vendee/W. Loire
Property
Type:
Cottage
Nearest Airport:
La Rochelle - 35 mins
Nearest Port:
St Malo - 290 kms
Nearest Bar/Pub:
In Village - 1 kms
Nearest Restaurant:
In Village - 1 kms
Nearest Beach:
La Faute sur Mer - 35 kms
Location Type:
Fishing Nearby, Golfing, Horse Riding, Near the sea, Quiet, Rural/Village
Bedrooms:
2 Double Bedrooms, 2 Twin Bedrooms, 1 Single Bedroom. All bedlinen is provided including cot linen. Towels, both bath and beach / pool are also provided.
Bathrooms:
1 Bathroom, 2 Showers. Both double rooms have ensuite shower rooms and WCs. The large family bathroom has special adaptions for younger children.
Kitchen:
Cooker, Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Iron. The well-equipped kitchen includes all the tools you might need and a selection of cookbooks to help you make the most of excellent local produce.
General:
Central Heating, House Linen, Towels Provided. As well as bedlinen and towels, all utilities and cleaning are included in the price.
Dining:
Seating for 10. Indoor and outdoor dining facilities are provided, each comfortabley seating 10.
Communal Pool, Terrace, Garden, BBQ, Parking, Garden Furniture. Fully equiped children's play area. The pool is salt water (kinder to skin and eyes)
Suitability:
Children Welcome, Not Suitable For Wheelchairs, Suitable For Elderly, Sorry - No Pets Allowed, Smoking Allowed.
Fully equipped for families with young children / babies.
Local activities in and around Fontenay Le Comte, Charente/Vendee/W. Loire
Local facilities in the village include a bakery, bar / restaurant, post office and general store. The attractive Renaissance town of Fontenay-le-Comte is a short drive away, and this has a wide range of shops, supermarkets and restaurants, as well as playing host to an excellent market every Saturday morning.
Nearby attractions include:
Vendee Beaches: The coast of the Vendée and Poitou-Charentes is well known for its fine, sandy, beaches and good weather. The sea is warm, shallow and very clean, particularly good for children.
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 small zoo and an amusement park.
Isle de Ré: The beaches of the Ile de Ré run for 10 km along the south of the Island. They are a Mecca for windsurfers, shrimpers and shellfish gatherers, and are a wonderful place for a family day out.
The Puy du Fou
In the north of the Vendée, this historical theme park is one of the most visited attractions in France. The action is based around live shows and includes gladitoral combats, chariot races, displays of falconary and feats of horsemanship that are frankly breathtaking. "Exceptional" is the only fair description! Many of our guests visit more than once.
A superb, historic and beautiful city. From the port, busy with yachts and fishing vessels, to the quays replete with excellent restaurants, and the handsome 17th centaury city centre with its extensive shopping facilities. The aquarium is the largest in Europe and is superbly presented, with many thousands of specimens from all over the globe.
Take trails through the forest up to 6m 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.
Situated midway between the South Vendéen towns of Luçon and Fontenay le Comte
Rental rates for this cottage
Price Per Week
Quoted In
Approximately equivalent to
UK Pound
Euro
US Dollar
4 Oct - 19 Dec 2008
£600.00
€756.00
$972.00
20 Dec - 2 Jan 2009
£800.00
€1008.00
$1296.00
3 Jan - 24 Apr 2009
£650.00
€819.00
$1053.00
25 Apr - 22 May 2009
£850.00
€1071.00
$1377.00
23 May - 10 Jul 2009
£1250.00
€1575.00
$2025.00
11 Jul - 28 Aug 2009
£1950.00
€2457.00
$3159.00
29 Aug - 4 Sep 2009
£1250.00
€1575.00
$2025.00
5 Sep - 2 Oct 2009
£850.00
€1071.00
$1377.00
Rental Notes: Change over day is saturday, though other days may be possible during low and mid season. Arrival time is 4pm, departure at 10 am. Discounts available on crossings with Brittany Ferries.
We are happy to offer additional services - meals and babysitting - on request.
The property is surrounded on three sides by farmland, a quiet lane on the forth. The garden is fully enclosed.
Please note that during high and peak season we only accept bookings from groups that include young children.
Guestbook
"Had a great time, very comfortable, everything though of. "Table d'hôte" menu excellent - well worth the money." - Wood Family
"We cannot praise enough: accommodation superb, all creature comforts, very child friendly & safe, highly recommend Jon & Julia's cooking, lots of attention to detail, very welcoming, great service...." - Hepworth Party
"Fab! Fab! Fab! We had an excellent time thanks to all the wonderful facilities and an even bigger thanks to Jon & Julia for their amazing hospitality and food. We'll definately be back." - Mills Familiy
"An excellent holiday at an outstanding house where every last detail has been thought of for both parent & child. We enjoyed the beaches at La Tranche & La Faute and had good days at the Ille de Ré & La Rochelle." - Kellock Family
"A fantastic house - everything we possibly needed was here! We were made to feel very welcome - the meals cooked by Jon & Julia were delicious - the desserts to die for... Thanks again and see you next year!" - Macnair Party
"We have all had a wonderful holiday in this lovely house. Lots of lazy days spent round the pool. Babysitting service was a great bonus and we had a lovely evening at La Soleia in Fontenay. Thanks to Jon & Julia for making our holiday so relaxing." - Lock Family
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Owner joined site on:
26 February 2005
Property listed since:
26 February 2005
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