Le Logis du Manoir (DUC4.85)

Atlantic Coast, France
Short walk from a typical village, these attractive cottages form part of the recent conversion of a château, in contemporary style, with original features, each with private swimming pool.
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Price includes: your chosen property on a rental-only basis from 1700 hours on the Saturday of arrival to 1000 hours on the Saturday of departure.
Arrival must be by 2000 hours
Also included: gas for cooking; electricity; bedlinen (sheets changed weekly).
Pets not accepted.
No heating inside property.
Any other price related conditions
A breakage deposit of 500€ is payable upon arrival. This will be returned in full if there have been no breakages and the property is left in good order. The owners may, at their discretion, deduct 50€ from the deposit if the property is not left in good order.
Household linen is available and chargeable. One set costs 20€ for two people and 5€ for each additional person. One hand towel, one bath towel and one flannet per person, plus two tea towels and two kitchen towels per booking will be provided. Extra sets are not available.
Le Logis du Manoir is a 6-bedroomed villa, sleeping 12 (+ baby), in the village of Bourneau (Vendée), 9km N of Fontenay-le-Comte, 52km S of Le Puy du Fou, 52km NW of La Rochelle, 57km NW of La Faute-sur-Mer (Michelin map: 521). VFB is delighted to have featured this property since 2009. Saturday arrival.

Within walking distance of a typical French village, the dépendances of a sumptuous château have recently been converted into highy appelaing, attractive cottages, each boasting a private swimming pool. Tastefully furnished in contemporary style, while retaining charm through original features, the property offers a high level of comfort and facilities. The charming château owners have individually restored these cottages, each one being entirely independent with pool and gardens. Exposed beams and flagstone floors are evidence to to the building’s original 18th-century charm, while a smart décor combined with modern fittings lend themselves to comfortable living.The southern Vendée region has plenty of appeal, thanks to a wide range of activities for children and adults alike. Visit one of the superb abbeys nearby, notably the striking Abbaye de Maillezais with its beautfiul cathedral. The adventure park in the heart of the nearby Mervent Forest is fantastic for a family day out. The stunning mediaeval town of Vouvant sits proudly above the River Vendée and has a interesting 14th-century bridge and castle.

Accommodation: Ground floor: living room, kitchen, bedroom with king-size bed and en-suite bathroom, separate wc. First floor: 2 bedrooms with king-size beds (with en-suite bathrooms) and 2 twin-bedded rooms with access to en-suite, 1 twin-bedded room, shower room. This property is particularly suited to indoor and out-of-season living, due to a higher than average level of comfort.

Activities: Private swimming pool with alarm (available May – September) on the spot. Please note the pool dimensions of 8m x 4m and depth of 1m10 – 1m60. Table tennis at the property. Tennis courts in Bourneau, bicycle hire in Vouvant (4km), river bathing in Mervent (4km). Horse riding in Fontenay-le-Comte (9km). Golf course (18-hole) at La Domangère (40km). Sea at 57km

Services: Grocer and bakery in the village (100m). Larger shops and restaurants in Fontenay-le-Comte Markets in Fontenay-le-Comte, Vouvant and Foussais Payré.
Location
In the village of Bourneau (Vendée) – with 750 inhabitants – 9km N of Fontenay-le-Comte, 52km S of Le Puy du Fou, 52km NW of La Rochelle, 57km NW of La Faute-sur-Mer. Michelin map: 521.
 
Activities
Private swimming pool with alarm (available May – September) on the spot. Please note the pool dimensions of 8m x 4m and depth of 1m10 – 1m60. Table tennis at the property. Tennis courts in Bourneau, bicycle hire in Vouvant (4km), river bathing in Mervent (4km). Horse riding in Fontenay-le-Comte (9km). Golf course (18-hole) at La Domangère (40km). Sea at 57km.
 
Services
Grocer and bakery in the village (100m). Larger shops and restaurants in Fontenay-le-Comte Markets in Fontenay-le-Comte, Vouvant and Foussais Payré.
 
Description
Within walking distance of a typical French village, the dépendances of a sumptuous château have recently been converted into highy appelaing, attractive cottages, each boasting a private swimming pool. Tastefully furnished in contemporary style, while retaining charm through original features, the property offers a high level of comfort and facilities.
 
The charming château owners have individually restored these cottages, each one being entirely independent with pool and gardens. Exposed beams and flagstone floors are evidence to to the building’s original 18th-century charm, while a smart décor combined with modern fittings lend themselves to comfortable living.
 
The southern Vendée region has plenty of appeal, thanks to a wide range of activities for children and adults alike. Visit one of the superb abbeys nearby, notably the striking Abbaye de Maillezais with its beautfiul cathedral. The adventure park in the heart of the nearby Mervent Forest is fantastic for a family day out. The stunning mediaeval town of Vouvant sits proudly above the River Vendée and has a interesting 14th-century bridge and castle.
 
Featured by VFB for the first time in 2009.
 
Accommodation
 
Ground floor: access into living/dining room, doors to kitchen, bedroom 1, access to further living area, stairs to first floor:
 
·          Kitchen with gas hob (4 rings), electric oven, microwave oven, fridge-freezer, dishwasher, washing machine
·          Living room with television, DVD player, open fireplace
·          Bedroom 1 with king-size bed (1m60), en-suite bathroom with bath & shower cubicle
·          Separate wc
 
First floor:
 
·          Bedroom 2 with king-size bed (1m60), en-suite bath/shower room
·          Bedroom 3 with king-size bed (1m60), en-suite bath/shower room
·          Bedroom 4 with twin beds (0m80), with access to en-suite
·          Bedroom 5 with twin beds (0m90), with access to en-suite
·          Bedroom 6 with twin beds (0m80)
·          Shower room
 
Bed linen included, household linen available. Cot and highchair available on request.

Where household linen is available, payment should be made direct to the owner (one set will cost 20€ for two people and each additional person pays 5€).
 
Breakage Deposit: 500€   Sleeps: 12 + baby MAXIMUM
 
Description updated January 2011

At a glance

Included in the price
Your chosen property on a rental-only basis
Bedlinen
Gas for cooking
Services and Facilities
Private pool (8m x 4m, depth:1m10-1m60), available May - September
Ground floor bedroom and bath/shower room
Washing machine
Dishwasher
More
Television
DVD player
Enclosed garden
Cot (available on request)
Parking on the property
Grocer and bakery in the village (100m)
Larger shops and restaurants in Fontenay-le-Comte
Markets in Fontenay-le-Comte, Vouvant and Foussais Payré
When to go
May - October
Saturday arrival
Distances
6 miles/9km N of Fontenay-le-Comte
32 miles/52km S of Le Puy du Fou
35 miles/57km NW of La Faute-sur-Mer
43 miles/70km from La Rochelle airport
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