No pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
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This large luxurious beach-front house is unique on Ile de Ré : it is located right outside the village of Sainte-Marie de Ré-La Noue in a secluded part of the island, far from the Summer crowds. The spacious interior of the two-storey 'glass' house is furnished throughout with fine antiques from various regions of France (Provence, Charente, Touraine), all in excellent condition. In addition to the five bedrooms, there is a large eat-in kitchen, a mezzanine, a solarium, study and winter garden with luxury Weber BBQ. Appliances are modern and plentiful, including an electrical stove, a microwave, two refrigerators, two freezers and a dishwasher. The laundry is equipped with a washer and dryer. Traditional tile and parquet floors add to the gracious ambience. As if the beachfront were not enough, a large heated pool conveniently equipped with electronic cover makes a safe and fun-filled environment for children. The villa has a South-South West orientation: all the rooms give onto the swimming-pool area. The independent Summer house (two bedrooms, one bathroom, one toilet) allows some privacy from the main house but also opens onto the terrace and swimming pool (excellent for the grand-parents!) Brand new resin garden furniture adds to the elegance of the garden. At your feet, the rocky coast allows you to collect all sorts of sea-food at low tide and to enjoy the sandy beach at high tide. Thick sand-coloured beach towels available for free.
The Villa
From the Villa to the Sea
From the Study to the Swimming Pool
The Living-Room Left
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The Poitou-Charentes / Vendee / Charente Maritime region
A Trendy and Chic Island Tailored to Human Proportions Ile de Ré is a popular summer resort in Charente-Maritime on the western shore of the Atlantic. The tiny island (30 km long and between 100 m and 5 km wide) possesses many navigable waterways, a varied coastline with the largest beaches along the southern coast and yachting harbours on the sheltered northern side. The “White Island”, as it is also known, is linked to the busy port of La Rochelle by a bridge (built in 1988) stretching in a gentle curve over 3, 5 km. It is located 500 km from Paris and is reached daily by direct plane from Paris, London-Stansted, Birmingham and Southampton; by TGV in 3 hours or by the motorway in 4 and a half hours from Paris. Bordeaux, the ancient city and wine centre, is 150 kilometres away. Ile de Ré is best visited by bike. (Bikes are for rent everywhere). It is home to 16, 000 islanders who have chosen to live there year-round. It boasts 10 communes, all distinctly genuine villages : Sainte-Marie is one of them.
Ile de Re / Sainte-Marie area
Vinyards, Salt, Oysters and Potatoes In the 17th century, boats exported wine and salt from “Ré la Blanche” so named for its salt-marshes. The second part of the 19th century proved disastrous: phylloxera destroyed the vineyards and the salt- marshes were ruined by bad weather and competition from imported salt from the East and South of France. The population fell by half. Today, vineyards occupy five times as little area as they once did. However, they still produce the traditional Cognac, Charente table wines and the excellent “Pineau des Charentes”. Farmers grow a type of early potato, for which they have managed to gain an Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée (A.0.C.). Oyster-farming made its appearance around 150 years ago when people learned to cultivate the oysters (“Fines” and “Spéciales de claires”) which so far they had merely gathered Salt production had very nearly disappeared. A new generation has now rolled up their sleeves to prepare salt-pans and revive the harvesting of “white gold”. In summer, the small mounds of salt collected by the salt workers are reflected in the looking-glass surface of the squared-off reservoirs.
A Delectable Destination Lively Year Round In September the tide continues to rise and ebb twice a day. Those who have the bright idea to visit out of the season, (in a spa centre, hotel or rented accommodation), never regret their decision: island life goes on with shops and services remaining open all year round. In autumn, visitors can admire golden sun-drenched vineyards and witness the grape harvest first-hand. In winter, the beaches empty to make way for horses and walkers wrapped up warmly against the wind. At Christmas, the oysters taste even better when they come directly from the nearby oyster beds. In spring the air is still cool when the first chairs reappear outside the cafés. Although temperatures are at their highest in summer, the sun is present throughout the year. The ile de Ré reveals its other facets to those who know how to appreciate it in private far from the madding crowds of summer. When summertime comes back, twenty-four hours will not be enough to enjoy all the charms of the rightly named Ré la Blanche to the full. Sightseeing On The Island The 10 typical villages of the island (Rivedoux,-Plage, Sainte-Marie de Ré (labelled Station Verte de Vacances), Le Bois Plage en Ré, La Couarde sur Mer, Ars en Ré, Saint-Clément des Baleines, Les Portes en Ré, Loix, Saint-Martin de Ré, La Flotte); Saint-Martin, the historical capital with its beautiful precincts fortified by Vauban; 12th-century Cistercian Abbaye des Châteliers; old royal buildings dating back to the British and French periods and the French religious wars (13th and 17th centuries); small museums such as the Hôtel de Clergeotte in Saint-Martin, or the Musée du Platin at La Flotte; one of the biggest European wild bird sanctuaries: Lilleau des Niges; salt-marshes where salt is still harvested before your eyes, oyster-farms, vineyards; the alleys between the green-shuttered whitewashed houses and their hollyhocks; numerous cycle-paths, windmills and thousands of other surprises – and finally, the bustling protestant city of La Rochelle with its museums, restaurants and popular Francopholies. More information on www.iledere.com
How to get there
By car : take the boat from Plymouth, Portsmouth, Poole, Dover and drive down to La Rochelle, halfway down the West coast of France between Nantes and Bordeaux. Take the bridge linking La Rochelle to Ile de Ré (17 euros round trip). By train (TGV) from Paris (in 3 hours), Nantes, Bordeaux (www.sncf.com). From La Rochelle train station take the Ré bus to Ile de Ré. By Plane : Fly to La Rochelle from London (Stansted) on Ryanair(www.ryanair.com), from Birmingham and Southampton on Flybe (www.flybe.com). The airport is 5 minutes from downtown La Rochelle and 5 minutes from Ile de Ré.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
La Rochelle: 10 km
Railway:
La Rochelle: 20 km
Ferry:
Roscoff: 562 km
Activities near Ile de Re
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark 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
Facilities
Luxuries:
Log fire, Internet access, DVD player, Private outdoor pool (heated), Sea view
General:
Central heating, TV, Video player, CD player, Telephone, Pool / Snooker table, Table tennis, Games room, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available
Bedrooms (6), Bathrooms (1), En suite (2), Shower rooms (3), WCs (5), Solarium / Roof terrace
Furniture:
Sofabeds (2), Single beds (5), Double beds (3), Cots (2), Dining seating for 12, Lounge seating for 12, Sleeps maximum of 11
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: Visit our website (see bottom of page).
Further details outdoors: Size of the lot: 1, 472 sq. meters (= 14, 000 sq. feet) Size of the house: 300 sq. meters (=3,230 sq feet) + heated swimming pool and outdoor shower
Beach Towels provided.
Further details
A 25% non-refundable deposit is required on booking. The balance is due 4 weeks ahead of arrival. Payable with the balance, is a security deposit against damage, of 3000€ (by check, in euros or in your own currency) returnable within two months of departure in accordance with French law. Water, electricity, linen, towels, beach towels, meet and greet service in English, 24/24 hotline in English, cleaning at departure are included. Arrival : usually after 5p.m (flexible) Departure : usually before 10a.m (flexible) Swimming pool man, cleaning company and gardener on call. Additional weekly cleaning at a cost. Weekly change of sheets and towels at a cost. Maid service at a cost. Baby-sitting at a cost.
Conditions
Absolutely non-smoking /no-pets villa.
Rental rates
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
2,000 euros per week-end
25% on booking.
Balance sent four weeks before beginning of rental along with 3,000-euro fully-refundable security deposit
Free Welcome Kit : well-stocked kitchen complete with condiments, and spices.
Guestbook for *** UNIQUE BEACHFRONT***
Problem with giving this property a good review is that others may will want to stay there too. A villa that is a pleasure to take a holiday in because what is described is what is there and it all works. If you want a truly peaceful break this is ideal, this was our third holiday in the villa. mjf Guildford (July 2009) --------- Delightful setting. A well furnished, thoroughly clean house in a quiet setting on this busy island that suited our family holiday excellently - 3 couples + 1 20 something and 2 toddlers. Excellent heated pool with reasonably safe cover (for toddlers) Access to beach from garden possible but steepness and erosion meant we used beaches a bit further along. We would certainly recommend and use again ourselves. (July 2008) ---- Excellent villa The villa is in a suberb location in a very quiet area on the island; the accommodation is very comfortable and spacious, with an excellent pool and great views onto the beach. It is worth noting that the beach is not really suitable for swimming etc, being very rocky; also two of the bedrooms are accessed from outside, across the patio from the master bedroom. The villa was very clean, we paid extra for mid-week cleaning and extra towels, which was worth doing. The ile de Re is beautiful, with great beaches and plenty of safe cycle tracks. The villa is located on the edge of Le Noue, which has a great boulangerie, delicatessan and market selling very good produce, and has a couple of decent restaurants/cafes. Jo25 Brighton, UK ( July 2008) --- >Dear Catherine, >I just wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed your house this past week, and the Ile de Ré in general. It was exactly the vacation we dreamed of having. Everyone we came into contact with, including Véronique, was friendly and helpful. The house was even better than the photos and we loved the beach-front location -- really the best way to enjoy the island! My son especially appreciated all the wonderful books and toys he found in the house. >Thank you again for providing us with such a great vacation villa. >Best regards, Christina, Geneva (June 2007) ----------- Catherine, My apologies in not getting back quicker. I wanted to let you know that we had an absolutely spectacular time. Ile de Re is a very special place and we hope to come back often. Very much reminded me of Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket, but with the bonus of fresh oysters, wine, and fleur du sel! And you simply cant beat St Martin and La Flotte for great dinners!!!! Any way, we do plan to return (if you will have us)! The kids loved your home as did we. The pool was perfect. The beach delightful. Best, Darr, New York City (September 2006) ------------ Dear Catherine, We were delighted with our stay on Ile de Re, and your home was quite brilliant for us. I have never come across such a well equipped holiday house and the garden, pool and views were magnificent. I do hope we will be able to visit there again some time. We all had a wonderful time.I hope you too enjoyed your holiday. Kind Regards. Julia, London (July 2006)
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