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3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 6 150 sq m
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Breuil-Barret, Pays De La Loire
- Place, Parc de Pierre Brune28 min drive
- Place, Puy du Fou45 min drive
- Place, Le Grand Parc du Puy du Fou45 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2.
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Private heated pool, a haven to share with friend and family, secluded location.
Gîte de "La Gare" is an authentic 1876 railway gatehouse in a peaceful and green setting.
First floor Air Conditioning just added. July 2022.
Just added for 20025 a 60inch 4k T.V. with fiber optic connection giving fantastic internet speed. There is also an entertainment package from Netflix
This charming property is located in the countryside, just a 5-minutes drive from all amenities. There is no neighborhood within 500m, you can peacefully enjoy the 4x8m swimming pool, heated from Saturday 6th May to Saturday 23rd September. 2023. The garden is totally enclosed for the benefit of pets.
The equipped outdoor kitchen, with a brasero table, Gas hob, sink, fridge and Webber gas BBQ, ideal for your evenings!
The shaded walled garden, modeled on several levels, offers different spaces for games and relaxation.
Renovations were carried out in 2022 in the rooms and kitchen to meet your expectations of comfort for a successful holiday.
Ideally located in Vendée between the Puy du Fou, 40minutes and the Marais Poitevin, 40 minutes the cottage is a few kilometers from the medieval villages of Vouvant and Bazoges en
Pareds.
From the cottage you can also access many marked hiking trails.
Vendée is also the coastline and its magnificent beaches, the Mervent Vouvant forest massif, medieval and Renaissance castles, museums and theme parks… The cottage is only one hour 15 minutes from La Rochelle and Futuroscope.
The cottage “La Gare” promises you a pleasant holiday with family or friends.
First floor Air Conditioning just added. July 2022.
Just added for 20025 a 60inch 4k T.V. with fiber optic connection giving fantastic internet speed. There is also an entertainment package from Netflix
This charming property is located in the countryside, just a 5-minutes drive from all amenities. There is no neighborhood within 500m, you can peacefully enjoy the 4x8m swimming pool, heated from Saturday 6th May to Saturday 23rd September. 2023. The garden is totally enclosed for the benefit of pets.
The equipped outdoor kitchen, with a brasero table, Gas hob, sink, fridge and Webber gas BBQ, ideal for your evenings!
The shaded walled garden, modeled on several levels, offers different spaces for games and relaxation.
Renovations were carried out in 2022 in the rooms and kitchen to meet your expectations of comfort for a successful holiday.
Ideally located in Vendée between the Puy du Fou, 40minutes and the Marais Poitevin, 40 minutes the cottage is a few kilometers from the medieval villages of Vouvant and Bazoges en
Pareds.
From the cottage you can also access many marked hiking trails.
Vendée is also the coastline and its magnificent beaches, the Mervent Vouvant forest massif, medieval and Renaissance castles, museums and theme parks… The cottage is only one hour 15 minutes from La Rochelle and Futuroscope.
The cottage “La Gare” promises you a pleasant holiday with family or friends.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Plenty of room for extra beds
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Please contact us first before booking for us
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Excellent walking area, dogs must be well behaved
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No butts to be left anywhere on the property
Important information
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
Note from host: Please contact us first before booking for us
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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About the area
Breuil-Barret
Located in Breuil-Barret, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Pescalis - Mini Golf and Mazieres en Gatine Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Pescalis Aquarium and Manoir des Sciences de Reaumur. Parc de Pierre Brune and Centre Aquatique de Pouzauges are also worth visiting. Power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.

Breuil-Barret, Pays De La Loire
What's nearby
- Pescalis Aquarium - 20 min drive - 16.9 km
- Parc de Pierre Brune - 28 min drive - 21.1 km
- Puy du Fou - 45 min drive - 45.5 km
- Le Grand Parc du Puy du Fou - 45 min drive - 45.5 km
- Parc Oriental de Maulevrier - 58 min drive - 57.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Auberge de Maître Pannetier - 13 min drive
- Le Kiosque à Pizzas - 7 min drive
- Bar des Sports - 11 min drive
- O'Bistrot - 14 min drive
- Au Pont Gourmand - 13 min drive
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Reviews
8.0
Very good
7.4/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.0/10
Eco-friendliness
9.0/10
Check-in
9.0/10
Communication
9.2/10
Location
8.2/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
3 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
David M.
15 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
David M.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nathalie G.
6 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
un séjour à la campagne et au calme
Nathalie G.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
2/10 Terrible
Esther N.
26 Aug 2025
Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Esther N.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Charlotte O.
17 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house in the country
Charlotte O.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
8/10 Good
vincent g.
12 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Séjour en août-septembre 24
vincent g.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Fam. H.
6 Aug 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoy and relax in the garden with pool!
Fam. H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steve W., Swindon UK
1 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and amazing pool
Steve W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
8/10 Good
Peter & Denise H.
12 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to relax and switch off
Peter & Denise H.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
8/10 Good
danielle D.
25 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un bain Anglais
danielle D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
8/10 Good
Phil
12 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Phil
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca M.
7 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely dog friendly house in countryside
Rebecca M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sarah R.
21 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect to switch off and relax
Sarah R.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
2/10 Terrible
Antoine G.
11 July 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
dirty on arrival, exterior doors wouldnt lock, we weren't told
Antoine G.
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2023
2/10 Terrible
Pierre L.
5 Aug 2023
Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Cafardeux
Pierre L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
vanessa v.
16 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
vanessa v.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
catherine a.
6 Sept 2025
catherine a.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
David J.
11 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
La gare 4
David J.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Fabrice L.
1 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un gîte boisé pour les amateurs de tranquillité
Fabrice L.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
4/10 Poor
Jennifer R.
16 July 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Lovely hosts but very tired property.
Jennifer R.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
chris W., shefffield
20 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long awaited holiday
chris W.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2022
6/10 Okay
Shel A., norfolk, england
15 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Family trip
Shel A.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2022
2/10 Terrible
Jeroen V., Hasselt, belgium
18 Oct 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Not recommended at all!
Jeroen V.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
8/10 Good
HUGUES C.
14 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Belle prestation
HUGUES C.
6/10 Okay
Kim T.
31 May 2021
Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Rustig, maar redelijk ver van bezienswaardigheden
Kim T.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
About the host
Hosted by Clare & Michael Wallace

Clare and Michael Wallace are owners of the Gite. They had the Gite as their main residence from July 2004 till 2010. During that time, they added 2 extensions; to increase the size of the main bedroom on the ground floor and to increase the size of the lounge. Furthermore, they completed majore works to the garden. When they first arrived, the garden was the old railway line with just the sleepers and rails taken away, leaving a garden with the gravel track and the diches on either side. Work continued in the garden, and in 2016 a swimming pool, enclosed in a wall with out door kitchen was added
Then they moved to Fontenay-le-Comte, just 25k, south. Here, at Longeves, they, with the help of their sons, Ian and Jason, built their own 4 bedroom house.
Starting this year, 2024, they are having the help of Melanie She will be responsible for the maintaining and improving the holiday experience of our guests. So far this year she has initiated the upgrade to the kitchen to add to the new flooring in the kitchen. She will be looking to refresh all aspects of the house and garden, with painting and with planting.
Then they moved to Fontenay-le-Comte, just 25k, south. Here, at Longeves, they, with the help of their sons, Ian and Jason, built their own 4 bedroom house.
Starting this year, 2024, they are having the help of Melanie She will be responsible for the maintaining and improving the holiday experience of our guests. So far this year she has initiated the upgrade to the kitchen to add to the new flooring in the kitchen. She will be looking to refresh all aspects of the house and garden, with painting and with planting.
Why they chose this property
La Gare is ideally suited for many reasons:-
1. Good access to Channel ports and airports
2. Close to main roads giving great access to the Vendee and Coast (approx 1hr drive)
3. Good local town with main supermarkets, shops, restaurants, banks etc (5 min drive)
4. No close neighbours (except birds and other wildlife !)
5. Great views of local countryside (especially the viaduct for beautiful sunsets)
6. Places we have discovered - Maizaille Abbey, The Abbey of Nieul sur l'Autise, Poitiers and its great Cathedral. The Marais and its network of canals for canoeing and cycling, The Mervent Forest with its walks, cycle tracks, rivers which you can swim and canoe in and woodlands all around
7. Disabled / wheelchair / low mobility friendly property - both the house and the gardens, including access to the swimming pool, outdoor kitchen, and upper garden.
8. Just 40 mn drive from the fabulous world famous Puy du Fou theme park - a fantastic day out. The Guardian "It’s showtime! France’s best-kept theme park secret: Puy du Fou Lavish family-friendly theatrical extravaganzas – plus a peaceful forest setting and an absence of tat – steal the spotlight at this rural theme park where history itself provides the roller coaster ride"
9. An hour and a half away from Futuroscope near Poitiers - Expect the unexpected ! « TripAdvisor® Travellers’ Choice award for 2016: one of the best Amusement Parks. »
10. 80 minutes from the historical port town of La Rochelle - a thriving café culture overlooking the port, the aquarium, walk the walls overlooking the Napoleonic port and Fort Boyard.
11. Owners live just 25 minutes away - close enough to be on hand whenever required. We have detailed local knowledge and can provide information and assistance to make your stay perfect.
12. Just 15 minutes drive there is the amazing fishing lakes of PESCALIS 150 hectares nature reserve for fishing
1. Good access to Channel ports and airports
2. Close to main roads giving great access to the Vendee and Coast (approx 1hr drive)
3. Good local town with main supermarkets, shops, restaurants, banks etc (5 min drive)
4. No close neighbours (except birds and other wildlife !)
5. Great views of local countryside (especially the viaduct for beautiful sunsets)
6. Places we have discovered - Maizaille Abbey, The Abbey of Nieul sur l'Autise, Poitiers and its great Cathedral. The Marais and its network of canals for canoeing and cycling, The Mervent Forest with its walks, cycle tracks, rivers which you can swim and canoe in and woodlands all around
7. Disabled / wheelchair / low mobility friendly property - both the house and the gardens, including access to the swimming pool, outdoor kitchen, and upper garden.
8. Just 40 mn drive from the fabulous world famous Puy du Fou theme park - a fantastic day out. The Guardian "It’s showtime! France’s best-kept theme park secret: Puy du Fou Lavish family-friendly theatrical extravaganzas – plus a peaceful forest setting and an absence of tat – steal the spotlight at this rural theme park where history itself provides the roller coaster ride"
9. An hour and a half away from Futuroscope near Poitiers - Expect the unexpected ! « TripAdvisor® Travellers’ Choice award for 2016: one of the best Amusement Parks. »
10. 80 minutes from the historical port town of La Rochelle - a thriving café culture overlooking the port, the aquarium, walk the walls overlooking the Napoleonic port and Fort Boyard.
11. Owners live just 25 minutes away - close enough to be on hand whenever required. We have detailed local knowledge and can provide information and assistance to make your stay perfect.
12. Just 15 minutes drive there is the amazing fishing lakes of PESCALIS 150 hectares nature reserve for fishing
What makes this property unique
The house itself is situated in its own substantial split level gardens, secured from the road with lockable gates, giving sunshine, shade, breeze and shelter at all times of the day. The new large swimming pool gives another dimension to the grounds - a fabulous place to relax and unwind after a long day sightseeing, or to simply sit and watch the more energetic family members play ! Eating outside is taken to a whole new level with a dedicated luxurious fully equipped outdoor kitchen and dining area, adjacent to the new pool. The house itself has been designed and built to a high specification including the ground floor master bedroom with adjacent wet room, perfect for those who like a little seclusion from their children, or those who might find the stairs a problem. The kitchen/dining room is perfect for creating and enjoying feasts, with a large dining table easily seating everyone. There is also a log burner for winter bookings, or even for those slightly chillier spring and autumn evenings / early mornings !
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