Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less) House-swap
Changeover day:
Sat
Access:
Car advised Nearest amenities: 0.05 km
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
This property includes two bungalows suitable and one 3 bedroom house , there is a communal outdoor pool and communal garden each bungalow has its own private terrace .The bungalows are open plan with a mezzanine bedroom uptairs .
The property is in an excellent location on the beautiful island of Ile De Re close to La Rochelle. There is a beach and promenade across the road. This is where the islands kitesurfing centre The house is in the centre of Rivedoux village across the road from the market which has fresh produce daily, shops, arguable the Island best boulangerie, beach and restaurants.
Cycling is the most popular mode of transport. Although a car is not essential it would allow the exploring of surrounding areas. Renting bicycles for all the family is highly recommended.
Property has been recently renovated, will be finished in May to a high top of the range specification. PLEASE CONTACT THE OWNER FOR MORE INFORMATION!
Pool and House
Typical Ile De Re
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The Poitou-Charentes / Vendee / Charente Maritime region
The department of Charente Maritime is situated on the west coast of France bordered with beautiful sandy beaches to harbours, salt marshes to coastal defences, oyster beds to vineyards.
The organisation of events such as Sites en Scène, Fort Boyard, La Rochelle's Fancofolies, the Festival du Cinéma, the Grand Pavois, the Whitbread Trophy and major international sailing events, the Saintes Académies Musicales and the Montguyon Music Festival all contribute daily to the heritage and vitality of Charente Maritime.
Ile de Re / Rivedoux plage area
There is plenty to do for all the family to include a children's club on the Rivedoux beach during summer holidays. A pony club for kids locall. A tennis club in Rivedoux . There is a watersport centre on rivedoux beach providing jet skiing , wind surfing etc. An excellent sailing school providing 1 week courses for both adults and kids on Rivedoux beach. Ile de Ré, off La Rochelle is linked to the mainland by a bridge. It offers an idealized version of French life. Cars are in the minority; most people use the cycle paths that criss-cross the island’s vineyards, pine forests and salt flats. Ile de Ré salt is now predictably fashionable in gastro circles. The ice cream is hand made and the glorious sandy beaches - all open to the public - are well suited to shrimping and picnics.
The house is in the centre of Rivedoux village. It is a quaint fishing village with plenty of restaurants and shops... The village has its own produce market, offering high quality fresh fish and locally farmed oysters, cheese and patisserie. Everything is within walking distance including restaurants, hotels , newsagents and and a selection of other shops .
Just 15km long and a mere 100 metres at its narrowest point, the island of Ré is home to 16 000 people. The residents congregate around ten main large villages, including St Marie de Ré on the island's southern most tip.
On Ré's southern side you will find many expansive beaches and on its northern side many yachting harbours. Though most visitors arrive in the summer, Ré has much to offer throughout the year - the temperatures may drop after September, but the sun is ever present all year round. Ré's close proximity to mainland cities make it an ideal place as a base camp to explore other cities (Bordeaux and Nantes are just two hours away; La Rochelle a mere 30 minutes). The construction of a bridge in 1988 puts everything within close proximity.
How to get there
By car Ile de Re is situated half way down the west coast of France between Bordeaux and Nantes.Ile de re is connected to La Rochelle by a 3 km bridge and it costs 16 Euros round trip to cross the bridge in Summer .
Train from Paris to La Rochelle take approx 3 hours there is a bus from the train station to Ile De Re and stops opposite the house .
By Air Ryanair to La rochelle from Standstead- london or Dublin 5 minute drive Flybe from Birmingham otherwise it is a 2 hour drive form Nantes .
Car hire Hertz or Avis at La Rochelle airport
Ryanair to Nantes airport 1.45mins drive
Any flight to Bordeaux 2 hour drive
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
La Rochelle: 8 km
Railway:
La Rochelle: 10 km
Ferry:
Roscoff: 300 km
Activities near Ile de Re
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 4
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Shared outdoor pool (unheated), Shared garden, BBQ
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: Ile de Re is the ideal place for a family holiday if you like to be active and enjoy cycling , watersports , beach holidays and, true French culture. The village of Rivedoux has everything close at hand from beaches and shops to restaurants all within easy walking distance .There is a lovely promenade in Rivedoux to enjoy an evening stoll. Close by is a children's park. The pretty village of La Flotte 3 km away. A very enjoyable cylce .La Flotte is a very trendy fashionable fishing port which is now home to yachts rather than fishing boats.There are a large selection of gourmet French restaurants and seaside cafes to enjoy a meal, icecream , of cup cup of coffee while taking in the ambience of of the holiday village. St Martin is also close by this is a larger town also very historic with plenty of evening entertainment and street fun . There is again a beautiful port with many restaurants , shops and a lively market.
Rivedoux is also home of the kitesurfing on the island , the best beach on the island is about 300 metres from the house.. Opposite the house there is a promenade for walks on the balmy summer evenings. Along the promenade you can stop for a glass of wine or a meal at one of the restaurants .
There are 3 properties on 1 site, in an excellent location with pool. The nearest beach is 80 metres away. The villas will be updated for Summer 2008, this will include new furniture linen etc. From the 3 bedroom house there is a sea view. There are 60 miles of cycle lanes on the island of Ile de Re. It is easy to hire bikes for all ages includeing babies carriers.
The Villa is the ideal place to enjoy a holiday on the island of Ile De Re. This is one of the most beautiful parts of France... There is a sea view from the main house but not from the villas once you go out the front gate you can see the sea.
Further details outdoors: Terrace private, shared pool and garden .There is a BBQ for evening meals . There is outside seating for for 4 people in the bungalows and for 8 in the main house .
English speaking representative on hand to answer any queries and deal with any problems, owners use the house during summer months and share facilities. Children welcome .
Further details
This house is under new ownership and will be decorated for the 2008 season.
Conditions
Booking are Saturday to Saturday , House swap for short period may be considered . A 50 % deposit is required to confirm booking . The final payment is due 6 weeks before departure. A deposit will be required ideally in the form of a cheque which will not be cashed unless there is a problem on departure.
Rental rates
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23 Apr 08
31 May 08
400£ 317
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31 May 08
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620£ 492
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28 Jun 08
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820£ 651
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30 Aug 08
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620£ 492
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27 Sep 08
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400£ 317
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8 Nov 08
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300£ 238
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. The final cleaning will cost 70 euors.This is compulsory and includes local taxes.
Guestbook
This is our first year letting the house as we are new owners , we have had no feeback yet .
Availability notes
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Contact details for home 44760
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Name:
Fionnuala Delap
Tel:
+1 (0)28 90666659
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