LIVING AND TRAVELLING IN THE VENDÉE

Le Patronage- Chambre D'hotes

A unique B&B in the heart of the charming village of Bazoges-en-Pareds with its beautiful castle, and consisting of 3 large en-suite rooms, an annexe that sleeps six, lovely gardens and wonderful views. You are assured of a warm and friendly welcome in what was once the old village hall. Contact: cjsgranta@gmail.com  Telephone  (033) 0251875957

Attractions in proximity : Lake Rochereau (15 min), Donjon de Bazoges en Pareds (2 min), Puy du Fou (30 min), Musee Ornithologique Charles Payraudeau (30), Vouvant (20 min), Musee Clémenceau in Mouilleron-en-Pareds (st. Germain 10 min), Chateau de Sigournais (12 min), Abbey Prieure de Grammont (5 min)

Manoir de la Baudonnière - Monsireigne

Beautiful 16th century manor house with camping (6/8), bed & breakfast (4 rooms of which 2 with kitchen suitable for families), and 2 gîtes which are also available for long term rental in winter. WiFi. Swimming pool, playground, games room and farm animals. Covered long-term caravan storage. Motards welcome. Excellent mountainbiking opportunities** all year round. Website.
Attractions in proximity : Lake Rochereau (13 min), Donjon de Bazoges en Pareds (14 min), Espace Gaston Chaissac (20 min), Puy du Fou (22 min), Musee Ornithologique Charles Payraudeau (30), Vouvant (33 min), Musee Clémenceau in Mouilleron-en-Pareds (st. Germain 10 min), Chateau de Sigournais (10 min), Abbey Prieure de Grammont (5 min)

Cottages & minicamping L'Etournerie (for adults)

Located next to the beautiful Lac du Marillet in south-Vendée, you will find an oasis of calm with a small rural campsite (6), a wooden chalet for a glamping experience, and 3 beautiful cottages. Bed & Breakfast is possible in one of the cottages and in the wooden chalet. Enjoy our lovely swimming pool, our animals (cats, chickens, geese and peacocks) and an abundance of nature. WiFi, tourist info including walking and cycling routes. Pets are welcome. Website

Attractions in proximity :  beaches (35 min), Lac du Marillet (5 min), Wine Route (5 min, Fiefs Vendéen), Luçon (12 min), coastal towns (35 min), Puy du Fou (52 min), Les Sables d’Olonne (45 min), Nantes (55 min), La Rochelle (55 min), Ile de Ré (55 min), Vouvant (45 min), Donjon de Bazoges en Pareds (36 min)

La Bouillatrie - Monsireigne

3-star self-catering holiday cottages with solar-heated swimming pool, located in the picturesque department of Vendée, in the Pays de la Loire region of France. Website

Attractions in proximity : Lake Rochereau (13 mins), Donjon de Bazoges en Pareds (14 mins), Espace Gaston Chaissac (20 mins), Puy du Fou (22 mins), Musee Ornithologique Charles Payraudeau (30), Vouvant (33mins), Musee Clémenceau in Mouilleron-en-Pareds (st. Germain 10min), Chateau de Sigournais (10 mins), Abbey Prieure de Grammont (5 mins)

La Maison du Puits - Le Poire-sur-Velluire

Self catering cottage with character, located on the outskirts of the beautiful Marais Poitevin marshes. Enjoy a languid boat trip beneath the canopies of the ancient tree-lined canals known as "Le Venice Vert" (the Green Venice). Website

Attractions in proximity : Vineyard - Mercier Frères (8 mins), Musee de Fontenay le Comte (16 mins), Pierre Blanche rock climbing and geology (17 mins), Embarcadere des capucines (17 mins), Château de Terre Neuve (18 mins), Embarcadere le Petit Port Sauvage (19 mins)

Le Fontenioux  - Vernoux-en-Gâtine - Deux Sèvres

While not technically in Vendée, these charming self catering cottages are just over the border in the beautiful Gâtine countryside, portal to Vendée and Deux Sèvres. Website

Attractions in proximity :  Pierre Blanche geology site (56 mins), Lake Rochereau (40 mins), Donjon de Bazoges en Pareds (40 mins), The Mervent Forest (26 mins), Mervent Nature Zoo (24 mins)

Mon Petit Coeur - Deux-Sèvres

Happy holidays happen here! Our spacious 2 bedroom Gite can accommodate up to 4 in comfort and tranquility. Situated in the hamlet of la Ménantelière our Gite offers the perfect location for exploring the Deux-Sèvres and the Vendée areas or just simply relaxing and taking in the breathtaking views from the elevated terrace. 

Our website has plenty of testimonials from happy holidaymakers and a wealth of information about the Gite and the attractions of our region. A bientot! Website

Le Puy Ardouin (adults, from age 16)

'Aire naturelle' for those seeking peace and quiet. The centuries-old chestnut tree, the robust farmhouse and the sturdy rock formations give the terrain a serene and mystical atmosphere. Amidst the different trees, surrounded by meadows there are 2 gîtes, 2 fully equipped tents, 2 tiny houses (log cabins) and 7 pitches for your own tent. The small scale, the sauna, swimming pool, bread service, and table d'hotes service offer plenty of conditions for optimal relaxation. The gîtes and tiny house Le Granit are available all year round. The campsite is open May through September (no caravans or camper vans). Website

Sights nearby: Bressuire (17 km), Vouvant (15 km), Nantes and Angers (45 min), La Rochelle, Ile de Ré, and the coast (1 hour), Marais Poitevin, hiking in the forest of Mervant, Puy du Fou (25 min)