In a quiet Hamlet situated within the heart of the lovely Vendee countryside and only 30 mins drive to the beautiful Vendeen beaches, this 4 bedroomed spacious, & fully furnished accommodation offers 1 double bedroom, 1 double/family bedroom with en-suite. Pull-out bed and child's portable cot available if required. 1 twin-bedded room, 1 single bedroom, plus additional bathroom. Residents lounge. Services include satellite t.v., broadband access. All linen included. Tea/Coffee making facilities in bedrooms. This 19th century,centrally-heated,double-glazed and very attractive, stone-built French family home offers accommodation of large proportions and many original features, including the chestnut -wood staircase .....and an original fireplace in three bedrooms. The English proprietor’s, Bob and Shirley Preston, have refurbished this lovely property to a high standard and extend a warm welcome to holidaymaker’s looking for a relaxed and friendly environment....... South -facing front garden with patio’s areas and “Al Fresco’ dining facilities. Off-road parking in the driveway for up-to 8 vehicles. Rear, private garden.... The property is unique in that it has a large stone out-building situated at the rear which is the remains of a 12th century Chapel which was sabotaged during the Vendeen wars of the 18th century but still retains some original features. An interesting feature for the history buff..... The tranquil River Lay runs alongside the hamlet of approx 200 inhabitants (predominantly French) , and offers fishing, picnicking and canoeing facilities. There is also a play area for small children in the local Camping site at the edge of the village. Horse riding....3 kms...... Local mobile shops supplying basic provisions arrive daily in the Hamlet. Local resturant's/bars, boulangerie, hairdressers and tourist office, 3 mins drive. The larger towns of Mareuil Sur Lay, Lucon, and Ste Hermine, (10 mins drive) offer all the facilites that one requires, including large supermarkets, banks, swimming pools, multiple resturant's, multi lingual information centres,etc..... Popular tourist attractions all within easy driving distance. Local Sunday markets every week during the season.... The Vendee has a micro climate, and, after the South of France, is the warmest & has the longest periods of sunshine in France... The local and beautiful sandy beaches of Longville ad La Tranche Sur Mer with safe bathing, are 30 mins drive..... The old and very popular ‘cafe culture’ port of La Rochelle with historic British naval connections is 45 mins drive, south... La Roche Sur Yon (capital of the Vendee)...30 mins drive north. The medieval town of Fontenay Le Comte, 30 mins drive, east. The very popular seaside resort of La Sable D’Lonne is 45 mins drive. Access to A83 motorway, 10 mins drive....... For insurance purposes, we do have a ‘no-smoking’ policy in the property. Children welcome..... For further information, including discounted weekly rates, please email Bob and Shirley. We look forward to welcoming you.....