Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
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Les Chardonnerets is a conveted barn located on the edge of a village in the South Vendée. Peaceful without being isolated, Les Cardonnerets has been designed with the needs of family groups holidaying with babies and young children borne firmly in mind.
The property sleeps up to nine in five bedrooms and has cots for two further babies. Les Chardonnerets is equipped with stairgates, highchairs, bottle sterilisers and much more to make your family break as straightforward as possible.
The owners live locally and are on hand to offer information and assistance as you might require.
The Swimming Pool
The Kitchen
Les Chardonnerets
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The Poitou-Charentes / Vendee / Vendee region
Our corner of the South Vendée sits in the microclimate associated with a limited area around La Rochelle and the Ile de Ré. The reqion receives an average number of sunshine hours bettered in France only by the Mediterranean coast.
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 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.
- La Rochelle: 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.
- Indian Forest: 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.
- Wine: The local wines of the Vendée are gaining considerably in reputation. There are a number of vinyards local to the property that offer tastings and direct sales.
Fontenay le Comte area
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.
How to get there
Fly to - La Rochelle (35 minutes drive) with Ryanair, Easyjet or Fly BE; Nantes (1 hour) with Ryanair, British Airways or Air France; Paris (4.5 hours) with all major international airlines.
Sail to - St Malo (3 hours drive), Caen (4.5 hours), Roscoff (5 hours), Cherbourg (5 hours) or Calais / Boulogne / Le Havre (6-7 hours). Discounts are available to our guests on Brittany Ferries crossings - details can be obtained at the time of booking.
Channel Tunnel - 7 hours
Rain Travel - Luçon, La Rochelle (TGV) or La Roche sur Yon (40 minutes, TGV). Car hire available locally.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
La Rochelle: 50 km
Railway:
Luçon: 10 km
Ferry:
St Malo: 290 km
Activities near Fontenay le Comte
Sports: Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
DVD player
General:
Central heating, TV, Video player, CD player, Satellite TV
Further details indoors: 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 dining table can seat 10 in comfort. High chairs are provided as is children's 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 separate children's hand basin and steps up to the bath.
Further details outdoors: 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.
Les Chardonnerets has a large heated swimming pool (shared with our neighbouring property, La Maison du Blé) with a special 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.
Further details
Our rental prices include:
- Supply of bed linen and cot linen. For groups renting for more than one week, clean linen will be provided each week;
- Supply of towels, both bath and pool/beach;
- All utilities, including heating of the pool. The pool is normally available for use between end April and end September, though exact dates will be dependent upon the weather.
Additional services that we can provide:
- Meals service;
- Buggy hire and bicycle hire;
- Babysitting;
- "First Shop" service to avoid the supermarket on your first day;
- House hunting help.
Conditions
Les Chardonnerets is designed for family groups and is not suitable for large all-adult parties (that is parties with more than four members).
Although not specifically arranged for disabled guests, we have welcomed a number of parties that have included disabled children. Please contact us to discuss your particular requirements.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Mid Season
22 Sep 07
6 Oct 07
750£ 750
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Low Season
6 Oct 07
22 Dec 07
500£ 500
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Special Xmas / New Yr
22 Dec 07
5 Jan 08
750£ 750
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Low Season
5 Jan 08
26 Apr 08
600£ 600
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Mid Season
26 Apr 08
24 May 08
800£ 800
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High Season
24 May 08
12 Jul 08
1150£ 1,150
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Peak Season
12 Jul 08
30 Aug 08
1800£ 1,800
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High Season
30 Aug 08
6 Sep 08
1150£ 1,150
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Mid Season
6 Sep 08
4 Oct 08
800£ 800
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. Payment accepted in sterling by cheque or bank transfer to our UK account or in Euros by credit / debit card or transfer to our French account.
Guestbook
"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 definitely 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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