LA ROCHE - Deux-Sèvres - Sleeps 4

Spacious Gite in beautiful wooded valley setting.Pool,Games Field,and Wildlife

La Roche (The Rock),has the distinctive feature of exposed granite bedrock forming part of the hallway and shower room walls.
The hall leads to the 2 downstairs bedrooms-one double overlooking the front and one twin at the rear. Shower room with washbasin,heated towel rail and Washing Machine. Separate WC with washbasin.
Upstairs the spacious open-plan area has a well-equipped kitchen with Gas Cooker,Fridge-Freezer,Microwave,Dishwasher and 'Welcome Pack'. There are views over the fields to the rear of the Gite.The sitting room/dining area enjoys views over the woods to the front.There is a TV(freesat),CD player, DVD player with DVDs,Books and Games.An Information Pack contains suggestions for interesting 'Days Out'.The French doors lead to a private barbecue area and steps leading up to your private dining terrace-great for relaxing with a bottle of wine and good French food. You also have a private picnic table under the trees.
Set in a glorious sheltered sun trap, the large shared Pool (9m x 4.6 m and 1.2m deep) is surrounded by an ample sun deck and is securely gated. There are loungers, chairs and parasols for relaxing and sunbathing after a refreshing dip.We also provide a paddling pool and a range of Pool toys.The tranquil setting is surrounded by woodland views.There are benches around the grounds to take in the beautiful surroundings.At the top of the site,is our large well-equipped Games field where you can enjoy -Football,Table Tennis,Badminton,Basketball and Boules.There is an abundance of local Wildlife including,Buzzards,Woodpeckers,Owls,Lizards,Frogs,Red Squirrels and masses of Butterflies and Ladybirds attracted by our Wildflower area.Grasshoppers and Crickets are also a delightful addition to the soundscape.
There are many interesting walks right on our doorstep.
Spring/Autumn are also great times to visit.
There is a parking area for guests away from the Gites.
Plenty of space for guests to be active and relax.
We are within an easy drive of two of the top theme parks in France,Futuroscope and Puy du Fou,The nearby Marais Poitevin,is a fascinating area of meadows and marshlands- hire a boat and spend the day meandering through the picturesque waterways.There are beautiful beaches at Les Sables-d'Olonne,La Tranche.The Port of La Rochelle is a 'must-do',along with the Ile de Re'sharbour,beaches and cycle tracks and Donkeys in trousers! Locally,there are several 'plans d'eau' which have a large lakes for swimming,man-made beaches,restaurants,waterslides and many watery activities.The fantastic Pescalis,Europe's premier fishing complex is just 10 minutes drive away,as is the 'Forest of Adventure' and Karting track,all VERY popular with our visitors. Local Markets in the area are a excellent way to experience French life and food.Parthenay,Niort and Poitiers are vibrant cities rich in medieval history.Vouvant is a very pretty village with some lovely walks. There are Chateaux at Coulonges,near Parthenay and Saumur(Loire).

LA ROCHE Property Features

• Rural

• Car Required

• Iron and Ironing Board
• Bed Linen Included
• Fuel and Power Included
• Cot
• High Chair
• Towels for Hire
• No Smoking

• 1 Double Bedroom
• 1 Twin Bedroom

• Ground Floor Bedroom
• Ground Floor Toilet
• Ground Floor Shower

• Outdoor Pool

• Washing Machine
• Dishwasher
• Microwave
• Fridge
• Freezer
• Toaster
• Oven
• Hob
• Grill

• Wireless Broadband

• TV - Satellite or Cable
• CD Player
• DVD Player
• Books
• Games
• Table Tennis
• Radio

• Sun Loungers
• Patio Furniture
• Barbecue
• Tennis Racquets

• Private garden
• Communal garden
• Terrace / patio
• Enclosed garden / play area
• Childrens play area
• Outdoor games area

• Off road parking

• Fishing
• Ice Skating
• Tennis
• Golf
• Hiking
• Mountain Biking
• Horse Riding
• Walking
• Cycling

• Swimming (indoor pool)
• Swimming (outdoor pool)
• Canoeing