No pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
This recently built property offers 2000 sqft of living space, a secluded garden of 3500 sqft and private backyard with 2 parking slots.
4 bedrooms to welcome 7 guests: The "MASTER" bedroom with one king-size bed en-suite with private bathroom and toilets. Two "DOUBLE" bedrooms and one "TWIN ". One Shower room and a separate Toilets.
The "LIVING AREA" is welcoming and user-friendly, leading out onto the south faced patio overlooking the garden that is like an additional open space, much appreciated during spring and summertime. The LIVING ROOM with fireplace is open plan to a fully equipped kitchen that has its own bar and dining area.
There is a separate laundry room with washing machine / dryer. A third toilet is located near the entrance hall.
Although the Villa is nestled in a quiet area of Le Bois Plage en Re, everything is within short distance (0,6 miles). Beach, Sailing School, Bike Hire, Village centre.
Patio view
Garden
General view
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The Poitou-Charentes / Vendee / Charente Maritime region
With its 460 kilometres of coastline, its long period of sunshine and its important historic heritage, Charente Maritime seduces both the relaxation enthusiast and the adventurer. The sweetness of the climate along with the beautiful fine sand beaches, the various activities proposed by the sea resorts, the oyster pond of Marennes-Oleron, the charentaise islands, the cities with multiple architectural wealth, the Roman churches and the gastronomic specialities will amaze all the visitors.
The economy of Charente-Maritime is based on three major sectors: tourism, maritime industry, and manufacturing. Cognac and Pineau are two of the major agricultural products.
During the summer months, families flock from all over Europe to bask in the sun and enjoy the local seafood. Charente-Maritime is the headquarters of the major oyster producer Marennes-Oléron. Oysters cultivated here are shipped across Europe.
Rochefort is the site of shipbuilding and a French naval base.
La Rochelle is a seat of major French industry. Just outside the city is a factory for the French engineering giant Alstom, where the TGV, the cars for the Paris and other metros are manufactured. La Rochelle is a very popular venue for tourism, with its picturesque medieval harbour and city walls.
Ile de Re / Le Bois area
The island of Re stretches out over 30 km, from Sablanceaux to the lighthouse, Phare des Baleines. Its geography is, in fact, partly due to the work of nature and partly due to the conservation work carried out by man for the consolidation of four islands. Re, closer to the mainland, is the largest, Loix is a peninsula away from the main axis and is isolated by salt marshes.Ars is linked to Ré by the channel of Martray, only a hundred metres wide. Les Portes peninsula, with the woods of Trousse-Chemise, is at the end of the island.
LE BOIS-PLAGE, literally meaning "the Wood Beach in Ré", is a typical village of Re with a very much appreciated town centre. It has a large seaside of 7 kms with a south facing beaches. The sandy beaches are here, you will also find the "Sailing School ". Picnics at sundown on the beach are just wonderful and a good tip for family or lovers.
If you fancy horse riding, you can take lessons at the centre or ride on the beaches. The surroundings are especially peaceful and quiet.
The Triangle La Couarde, St Martin, Le Bois Plage offers a good display off "Smart Boutiques", nightlife, pubs, restaurants, cafes, and ice cream parlours. There is also the Jazz en Ré Festival at St Martin, a typical pleasant harbour, known as the "St Tropez of the Atlantic coast".
Summer Music concerts are given all over Ile de Re. There are art exhibitions, galleries, and even writers are invited to autograph here and there. You might even recognize famous people!
How to get there
Ile de Re by car from : Caen 5 hours, 290 miles Calais 7 and a half hours 450 miles Cherbourg 6 hours 320 miles St. Malo 4 hours and a half 220 miles Boulogne 7 hours 430 miles
La Rochelle is situated half way between Nantes and Bordeaux on the on the Atlantic coast of France. Ile de Re is connected by a bridge.
By Plane www.easyjet.com: Bristol and London (Gatwick ) www.ryanair.com: Dublin and London (Stansted) www.flybe.com: Birmingham and Southampton
From the airport in La Rochelle it takes about 20 minutes in the car. Cars can be hired at the airport but it is best to book in advance before leaving the UK. It is also possible to arrive at either Nantes or Bordeaux airport - after which there is a car journey of about 2 hours.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
La Rochelle: 20 km
Railway:
La Rochelle: 25 km
Ferry:
St Malo: 450 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 A winter sun break Good nightlife Cycling holidays
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