Large renovated Charentaise near La Rochelle

10-15 minutes from La Rochelle, 20 minutes from Châtelaillon-Plage, 20 minutes from Île de Ré, 25 minutes from the Marais Poitevin, 30 minutes from Fouras (shuttles to Fort Boyard and Île d'Aix). Fully renovated 190 m² house with a 600 m² private garden, quiet and close to the town center. Sleeps : 11 (+ young children) Open year-round for all periods: weekends, weekdays, and monthly. Shops within walking distance: bakery, grocery store, restaurant, and 24-hour pizza delivery. The space Ground floor : - Large 70 m² living room with a fully fitted and equipped kitchen, opening onto the living room (with a wood-burning stove) and the dining room with a table for 12 people, - Children's play area (with a table for playing or dining), - Shower room with shower, sink, washing machine, and dryer, - Separate pantry, - Separate toilet. Amenities: - Internet connection (fiber and Wi-fi) - TV - 2 refrigerators and 1 small freezer - Conventional oven - Microwave - Hob - Toaster & kettle - 2 coffee makers (filter and classic Nespresso capsule) - 1 extending dining table for 12 people - Washing machine - Dryer - Raclette, waffle, and croque-monsieur machines - Board games - 6 parking spaces - Practical information: We provide our guests with all the essentials: oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, sugar, and cleaning products. FLOOR: 5 bedrooms - Bedroom 1: 1 queen-size bed (160x200 cm), - Bedroom 2: 2 single beds (90x190 cm) (can be joined together, allowing you to choose your preferred configuration while maintaining optimal comfort), - Bedroom 3: 2 single beds (90x190 cm) (can be joined together, allowing you to choose your preferred configuration while maintaining optimal comfort), - Bedroom 4: 1 queen-size bed (160x200 cm) + 1 single bed (80x190 cm), - Bedroom 5: 1 queen-size bed (160x200 cm). - Bathroom with 2 sinks, large walk-in shower, and bathtub, - Separate toilet. Bed linen (sheets, duvet covers, pillowcases) and towels (towels) are not provided. Duvets and pillows are provided. PRIVATE OUTDOOR SPACE: - 500 m² enclosed and fenced garden, - Large, quiet 60 m² terrace with no overlooked views, featuring a 12-seat garden table, very large parasol, garden furniture, and a plancha grill, - Small children's play area with slide, swing, and playhouse, - Parking for 5 vehicles is available on the driveway and in the courtyard (enclosed by a gate). Available (please request when booking): - Baby crib with bedding, - Travel cot, - High chair, - Booster seat. Guest access Guest Access You will have access to all areas of the apartment as well as the garden. Please note: a small apartment attached to the house (with a separate entrance and no access to the garden) is currently occupied by a family of three. Other things to note Additional Information: BED LINEN : not provided; only tea towels/hand towels and bathroom mats are provided. Duvets and pillows are provided. Plancha cleaning deposit (if not cleaned): €20 Firewood (on request at the start of your stay): €25 (for 25 logs) Would you like to spend a few days in our large, typical regional house? Ideally located for visiting La Rochelle, the islands (Ré, Oléron, Madame, Aix), and the Poitevin marsh. Some ideas for sightseeing and activities in the surrounding area: - La Rochelle: the old port, the two towers, the Aquarium, the museums (automata, natural history), the Casino Barrière, the Halles market, a visit to the old town, the bunker, the Grand Pavois, the Autumn Rally, the Francofolies, etc. - Île de Ré, with its beaches, cycle paths (and oysters!), - Châtelaillon: its beach, its casino, thalassotherapy center, mini-golf, - The Marais Poitevin: a boat trip on the Green Venice, - Nearby: Saint Jean d'Angles castle and its puzzles, the "Antilles de Jonzac" aquatic park, the village of Fouras with its shuttles to the islands, and a tour of Fort Boyard