Les Glycines Gites
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Located in a peaceful, beautiful, sheltered valley the three Gites have excellent views over the woods and countryside.
So much to visit in our area - a great base for days out - and so much to do on site - Pool, Games Field, Wildflower Maze and lovely walks.
Thoughtfully and generously equipped , we aim to make your Happy Holiday memories.
*Quality,well-equipped character properties + free Wi-Fi.....home from home
*Plenty of activities onsite and nearby.
*Large secure Pool and decking area in a warm, sheltered position.
*Superbly positioned for 'Days Out'. Lots of Tourist info and Maps in each Gite. Such a choice from Puy du Fou, Futuroscope,the Marais Poitevin,La Rochelle,the Vendee coast,Niort and Parthenay.
*Large and well-equipped Games Field, plus Boules , Croquet and more....
*Enjoy the tranquillity of the setting in our beautiful woodland valley full of Wildlife.
*Deux-Sevres is one of the top regions for glorious sunshine
*Nearby town with all amenities
*Good access from TGV and motorway network
*Travel Cots (x2),mattresses,changing mat, highchairs(x2)Baby bath and potty, and Baby cutlery and tableware are all availablefor free.
Les Glycines - the largest Gite can accommodate up to 17 Guests in the Kitchen, Lounge and outdoor Terrace. La Roche Gite sleeps 4 and Les Petites Pierres sleeps 5. We also have 2 Cots and full equipment for Babies. The perfect combination of eating and entertaining together yet with separate sleeping areas .
Registration code
(RP)
Facilities
- Independent
- No smoking
- Local contact
- Suitable for large groups
- Safe for small children
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Iron
- Vegetable garden
- Pets welcome
- Cot
- High chair
- TV
- Internet
- Bicycles at the house
- Fireplace
- Hair dryer
- With swimming pool
- Private pool
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Surroundings
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Set in a glorious sheltered sun trap, the large shared Pool (9m x 4.6 m and 1.2m deep - open between May and October) is surrounded by an ample sun deck and is securely gated. Loungers, chairs and parasols are supplied for relaxing and sunbathing after a refreshing dip.We can also provide a paddling pool for young children.
The tranquil setting is surrounded by woodland views. There are many lovely walks here, and the really quiet lanes are excellent for bike riding.We have 3 Adult bikes available ,you can also bring your own , or hire locally.
In our large well-equipped Games field you can enjoy - Football,Table Tennis, and Badminton. A Boules court is adjacent to the Pool area, there are a selection of outdoor games and there is a Croquet lawn next to the Potager garden..There is an abundance of local Wildlife including,Buzzards,Woodpeckers,Red Squirrels, Lizards and masses of Butterflies and Ladybirds attracted by our Wildflower area (with its maze paths).
Our French Hens are also fun to watch and produce lovely yellow-yolked eggs - children love to help at feeding time.Organic vegetables are available (for a small charge) from our attractive 3-tiered Potager.
Plenty of safe space for guests to be active AND relax.
- Rural
- Meadows and woodland
- In or near a town
Restaurants, food & wine
There are a number of Local Restaurants which offer a range of styles of cuisine and with prices to suit all. We are happy to advise and book.We also list the local supermarkets and Produce Markets - of which there are many! This area is renowned for its Goats Cheese, Apple Juice,Mussels,Chalons Poultry,Parthenais Beef,Eels and,of course,Charentais Melons.
Regional Wines include the crisp Whites from the Loire and Haut Poitou,and the local Vendee Pisotte.Sparkling Wines include Vouvray and Saumur,dry or medium.Reds range from lighter Loire Wines to the classic Bordeauxs.The local aperitif is the Pineau des Charentes, a fortified drink being a blend of grape juice and Cognac, best drunk chilled.
Activities
There are beautiful beaches just 75 minutes away at picturesque La Rochelle which also has museums,many shops and a variety of restaurants.Over the impresssive bridge to the Ile de Re there are 60 miles of dedicated cycle track. We are within an easy drive of two of the top theme park destinations in France,Futuroscope at Poitiers,which has a number of interactive attractions and rides,and Puy du Fou, a favourite of every Guest who has visited,with its spectacular outdoor shows,replica villages and falconry exhibitions.The Marais Poitevin,is a fascinating area of meadows and marshlands- hire a boat and spend the day meandering through the picturesque waterways.You can also enjoy the walks and cycle tracks.Locally,there are several ’plans d’eau’ which have a large lakes for swimming,man-made beaches,often waterslides and many water based activities.Pescalis,Europe’s premier fishing complex is just 12 minutes drive away,and has more than 250 acres of lakes with carp up to 25kgs.10 mins away is the ’Forest of Adventure’ and an excellent go-kart track both very popular with our visitors.Just north of L’Absie is the Rocher Branlant - the ’rocking rock’-a huge balanced boulder which moves very slightly when pushed! Parthenay,Niort and Poitiers are vibrant cities rich in medieval history.Vouvant a very pretty village has some very beautiful walks, and nearby Mervent has a small Zoo. There is a Chateau at Coulonges sur L’Autize,and the Chateau et Jardin Medieval de la Guyonniere is near Parthenay.The Chateau at Saumur and the Loire Valley make a great day out. On our own doorstep are a number of excellent walks and cycle rides, for which we have detailed maps.We also advise on local festivals ,markets , 'vide greniers' and special events.
- Bicycle
- Near hiking trails
- Near riding
- Near theme park
- Fishing
- Water sports
Further remarks
There is free on site WiFi for all the Gites ,and each Gite has a good selection of Books and Games. We have produced two comprehensive map guides with details of over 40 things to do/see within a 25 minute radius of Les Glycines and over 100 things to do for days out slightly further afield.Detailed walk maps and Michelin guides are also available. The Owners live on site in the end House and are available to offer help, suggest visits, book meals and to make your stay as enjoyable and carefree as possible.
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Additional price info and offers
To book separate Gites please see adverts for -
Les Glycines - Les PetitesPierres
Les Glycines - La Roche
Les Glycines
Price includes
Cleaning fee, Bed linen
Price exclusive
- Safety deposit € 600.00
- Price towels per person (optional) € 4.00
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