Converted Barn on 3 levels to include fitted kitchen, small shower room on the ground floor, large lounge and dining area on the next level and a king size bed on the mezzanine level. Comfortable and unique space for an intimate stay for a couple. Small , private outside decked space which in summer is an extra outside space with sofa and dining area, barbecue etc. Bikes and boat available to explore the canal network of the Marais Poitevin. Owners nearby for info and advice but not on the same property. Large field at the back of neighbouring owners's property also available for games and pets etc.
There is an adjoining field for dog walking, football and other sports though no equipment provided. We offer the free use of a traditional punt and 2 adult bikes(shared with the other gite on site) in order for our guests to explore this very unique, local area. An intriguing network of canals and waterways is just down a lane, near the house from where you can set off with a picnic for an adventure in the labyrinth of small canals, under a completely green canopy of trees. Come back relaxed and ready for an aperitif on the deck til the sun sets into a very dark, unpolluted night sky allowing you to stargaze and watch our local barn owl and European dormice going about their evening business.
Village amenities on your doorstep include a Tourist Information office, small but well stocked grocery store, 2 restaurants, a pizzeria/ ice-cream parlour, artisan shops, petrol station, antique shop and post office. There are markets in various local villages throughout the summer.
The city of La Rochelle (also the nearest airport) is about 40 minutes awa; a delightful harbour town to explore with good restaurants and summer animation. The Atlantic coast, with large, clean and safe,sandy beaches is within easy reach (about 40mins away) as is the famous and trendy Ile de Re - a delightful island, over the bridge from La Rochelle.
Come and enjoy this very unique and relaxing part of France. Green Venice (locally known as the Venise Verte is best explored by boat, bike or on foot so you can forget your car for a few days. It is also ideal for those wishing to paint, fish, bird watch or general nature watching and relaxing. There are indoor and outdoor pools, tennis and equestrian facilities nearby and plenty of opportunity for water sports on the coast (Chatelaillon Plage being the nearest centre).
For exploration further afield, there is good access to such destinations as Saintes, Cognac, Bordeaux and its vineyards,the Atlantic islands of Re, Oleron Aix etc and Atlantic beaches and resorts (Royan, Rochefort etc). Theme parks such as Futuroscope and the award winning Puy du Fou are both accessible for a day out and there are also lots of animal parks and water parks to explore too. Pets can be permitted on request.
