La Vendange Child Friendly Gites, Charente-Maritime

For families seeking relaxing, child friendly accommodation, well located for easy access to the sandy beaches, islands and many inland attractions of Poitou-Charentes.

Our area is one of the sunniest parts of France. We are far from busy roads, on the edge of a small village in the sunflower-strewn Nie valley (near St Jean D'Angely). A former Napoleonic era fortified farm, the property has been carefully restored to retain its original "stone & oak" character.

Our four family cottages sleep 5-7 +cot and the giant oak four poster beds are famous for their size and comfort ! The kitchens are well equipped and all include dishwasher, washing machine, full oven, hob etc. Baby/toddler equipment is included and Babysitting is available.

The 50m2 solar heated swimming pool is in a separate enclosed area with its own lawn, sun terrace, toddler splash pool and childproof gate.

The main garden/playground area is also fully enclosed and within *sight of all the cottages. We have a field for football matches and a barn for table tennis.

Charente-Maritime is well known for its sunflowers, seafood and sunshine. There is lots to see and do in the area. The nearest beaches are around Fouras (about 45mins). La Rochelle airport just over one hour away. Please read our guest comments to find out more.

2008 Prices/Availability. From £295-£820 /week. Contact: Sarah or Richard Dale (Tel) +33 546339623.