Le Coteau offers spacious accommodation in an authentic rural setting. It is situated in a farming hamlet, La Mariniere, 3 miles from the village of Le Poire sur Vie (basic shops, bar, restaurant), 22 miles from the coastal resort of St Gilles Croix de Vie (attractive fishing port, sandy beaches) and within easy reach of Les Sables d'Olonne. The property enjoys superb views over the countryside from the terrace, the pool and two of the bedrooms. There are many holiday activities and places to visit in the area, including the lake with beach and chateau to visit at Apremont (11 miles), the island of Noirmoutier (40 miles) accessed by the famous causeway at low tide and boat trips to the beautiful island of Yeu (1 hour by boat from St Gilles). 12 miles takes you to La Roche sur Yon, the 'capital' of the Vendee which offers a wide choice of shops, bars and restaurants, summer events and an indoor fun-pool. Accommodation comprises: Ground floor - Large kitchen with dining table and patio doors to terrace, large lounge with patio doors to garden (further small dining table, can be added to the kitchen table to seat 10), master bedroom with en-suite shower & toilet, large utility room, separate toilet. First floor - Two double bedrooms, each with en-suite shower room & toilet, two twin bedrooms, bathroom, separate toilet. Washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, microwave, Sat. TV (some English channels), DVD. Wi-Fi interent access. Private heated fenced swimming pool, (10m x 5m with entrance steps, depth 1.1m to 1.6m, exterior shower), terrace with garden dining furniture, bbq, enclosed garden area, parking. The owners live nearby in the hamlet.