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  • Quiet, rural area with some agricultural activity

Moulin de Garreau 5 ensuite Bedrooms, sleeps up to 14
With a lovely swimming pool, Spa and Sauna, Moulin de Garreau is an exceptional and unique property set in a peaceful, rural location in the Vendee, yet within easy reach of all amenities. This outstanding property comprises of a large 5 bedroom ( all ensuite) house and 11th Century fully renovated operational watermill. The watermill is fenced off for security.
Within its very large grounds are 2 carp fishing lakes and large area for walks, cycling etc.
Table Tennis.
The house has been lovingly renovated to an extremely high standard throughout with all bedrooms offering ensuite facilities.
Full sized swimming pool which is heated by use of the cover plus a hot tub/spa and a sauna.
GUESTS HAVE EXCLUSIVE USE OF ALL FACILITIES ON SITE.
OFFICE OF TOURISM CLASSIFICATION: 4*

ACCOMMODATION
The house comprises of fully equipped kitchen, with breakfast bar, oven, hob, microwave, full sized American fridge/freezer, dishwasher, coffee maker etc etc. Door leading to patio area. The separate utility room has a washing machine and tumble drier, sink etc. The lounge are has the original beamed ceilings, and two large original fireplaces. There are large comfortable armchairs and settee, also large dining table and chairs. TV with Satellite English channels. Doors leading to patio area. WIFI
Downstairs WC and washbasin.
The bedrooms ( located upstairs) all have ensuite facilities:
Green room : 1 Kingsize bed for 2 people (Wide = 1.6 meter) with ensuite bath, shower and WC
Yellow room : 2 single beds + 1 cot with ensuite shower room and WC
Orange room : 1 double bed (Wide = 1.4 meter) + 1 single bed with ensuite shower room and WC
Blue room : 1 Kingsize bed for 2 people (Wide = 1.6 meter) with ensuite bathroom and WC
Red room : : 1 double bed (Wide = 1.4 meter) + 1 single bed with ensuite bathroom and WC
PLUS we have 2 free single child beds that we can install upon request.

The property is fully centrally heated and available all year.
An excellent standard throughout.
This property is completely private and you will have exclusive use of all facilities.

OUTSIDE LEISURE
Outside are very extensive grounds with lovely swimming pool, hot tub and sauna (all fenced off for security). The swimming pool has a large cover (looks a bit like a greenhouse) which slides over the pool and with the help of the sun heats the pool, just gently slide back the cover when you wish to use the pool.
Large patio area and separate bar b q area, plus large garden area and two large carp (and various other fish including perch, tench, eels, ) fishing lakes. Fishing tackle room is also available.
Table Tennis.
There is also a separate decking area overlooking the lake and grounds to sit and enjoy the wonderful views and several glasses of wine whilst watching the sun setting.
Bicycles and fishing rods available.
Fantastic grounds for walking, cycling etc.
FISHING LAKES
Moulin de Garreau is a beautiful property in wonderful grounds with lakes and woodland. There are in fact 2 lakes at the property, one of which is just beside the mill and has a surface of about 4,000 square metres, the other lake is about 100 meters further on and this has a surface of about 15,000 square meters. The lake beside the mill is totally private and exclusive to guests at the property, the lake further on is also private for guests. The lakes have Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench, Eels, Roach etc. Great fishing and it's free! There are very large fish in both lakes (not sure of weights but certainly a minimum of 4 kgs going up to approx 11kg) You can see the fish jumping above the water in the morning and just under the water in the sunny afternoons.

Facilities

  • Independent
  • No smoking
  • Historic building
  • Safe for small children
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Tumble dryer
  • Iron
  • Fenced garden
  • Pets welcome
  • Cot
  • High chair
  • TV
  • Internet
  • Bicycles at the house
  • Bath
  • Sauna
  • Jacuzzi
  • With swimming pool
  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Availability of 'Moulin de Garreau'

Surroundings

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Moulin de Garreau is a beautiful property in wonderful grounds with 2 carp fishing lakes and woodland.
The lovely property is located in the village of St Martin Des Fontaines, L'Hermenault village is just 2km away and has a small supermarket, boulangerie, pharmacy, 2 banks (24 hour cashpoints), post office, tabac, English speaking doctor and dentist etc.St Martin des Fontaines has a bar/restaurant with a good choice of meals and a takeaway pizza - only 10 minutes walk away.
The nearest town is Fontenay le Comte and is approx 15 minutes drive away offering a variety of hypermarkets, restaurants and cafes etc. A lovely renaissance town which must be seen.
The property has an excellent location, with the beautiful city of La Rochelle and the exclusive island of Ile de Re being only 45 minute drive away.
Beaches also approx 40 minute drive.
There is plenty to do in the area whether your interests are water sports, walking, cycling, horse riding, visiting museums, tourist attractions, wine tasting the list goes on and on. Whatever your age and interests the Vendee has something to offer everybody.

How to get there Nearest airport -
La Rochelle 45 minute drive
Other airports include Nantes 75 minute drive
Poitiers 75 minute drive
All airports served by discounted airlines ie Ryanair, Easyjet and Flybe.
Nearest channel port is St Malo 3 Hours drive Caen 4 hours drive approx Calais 6 hours drive approx

  • Rural
  • In or near a village

Restaurants, food & wine

For wine lovers, the nearby cave at Pissotte produces and sells direct to the public well-known local red and white wines.
The village St Martin des Fontaines (200 m) has a restaurant/bar which is very popular and reasonably priced. There are some lovely restaurants in the surrounding villages
We are between the historic market towns of Fontenay-le-Comte (11km)and Lucon (15km), both have a great selection of cafes/bars and restaurants

Activities

On Site
OUTSIDE LEISURE ON SITE AT MOULIN DE GARREAU
Outside are very extensive grounds with lovely swimming pool, hot tub and sauna (all fenced off for security). The swimming pool has a large cover (looks a bit like a greenhouse) which slides over the pool and with the help of the sun heats the pool, just gently slide back the cover when you wish to use the pool.
Large patio area and separate bar b q area, plus large garden area and two large carp (and various other fish including perch, tench, eels, ) fishing lakes. Fishing tackle room is also available. More details of the fishing on site - see below

Table Tennis.
There is also a separate decking area overlooking the lake and grounds to sit and enjoy the wonderful views and several glasses of wine whilst watching the sun setting.
Bicycles and fishing rods available.
All very private and exclusive.
Fantastic grounds for walking, cycling etc.

FISHING LAKES
Moulin de Garreau is a beautiful property in wonderful grounds with lakes and woodland. There are in fact 2 lakes at the property, one of which is just beside the mill and has a surface of about 4,000 square metres, the other lake is about 100 meters further on and this has a surface of about 15,000 square meters. The lake beside the mill is totally private and exclusive to guests at the property, the lake further on is also private for guests. The lakes have Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench, Eels, Roach etc. Great fishing and it's free! There are very large fish in both lakes (not sure of weights but certainly a minimum of 4 kgs going up to approx 11kg) You can see the fish jumping above the water in the morning and just under the water in the sunny afternoons.
ACTIVITIES NEARBY:
Off Site the following are just some of the activities that can be found locally:
Other fishing in the Canals, Rivers and lakes requires a permit.
Tennis - Available in the local Village.
Golf - There are several courses within easy driving distance.
Boating - The lakes at mervent have sailboats, canoes, kayaks and pedalos for hire.
The Green Venice also has boat hire with or without a guide.
Biking - The hiring of bikes is possible at several locations.
Horse Riding - Available in the Mervent/Vouvant forest.
Karting - There is an excellent course at Fontenay-le-Comte, where karts can be hired.

  • Bicycle
  • Near riding
  • Fishing
  • Water sports

Additional price info and offers

House towels are provided, please bring pool/beach towels with you as these are not provided.
French Tourist Tax payable per adult per night
Outside of the main season the property can be let as a 3 bedroom property ( we simply close off 2 of the bedrooms), please contact us for prices for this option.

Price includes

Cleaning fee, Towels, Bed linen

Price exclusive

  • Safety deposit € 500.00

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