Rural French Idyll With Private Pool Perfect For Families and Groups of Friends

Popular amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Explore the area

La Caillère-Saint-Hilaire, Pays De La Loire

Puy du Fou41 min drive
Le Grand Parc du Puy du Fou41 min drive
Parc Oriental de Maulevrier54 min drive
Nantes (NTE-Nantes - Atlantique)78 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

downstairs double

1 King Bed

green room

2 Single Beds

pink room

2 Single Beds

upstairs double

1 King Bed

yellow room

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

La Tavellerie is a large 19th century stone farmhouse set in the rolling hills of the Vendee Bocage in Western France. It has 5 large bedrooms and 4 bathrooms and comfortably sleeps 11. The house sits in 3 hectares of land which includes an orchard, gardens, a small wood and meadows. It is beautiful and peaceful year-round, and is a lovely place to spend time with friends and family. In the colder months enjoy blazing log fires in the living room and crisp country walks. In summer, laze by the 12m pool, eat outdoors under the large trees in the heat of the day, and on the beautiful south facing stone terrace in the evening. The night sky is wonderful here, and we have a good amateur telescope which you are welcome to use. At all times of the year kids love to make camps in the small wood. We are also a convenient base for visiting Puy du Fou and the Vendee beaches. This is the perfect place to get away from it all and enjoy the beauty of the natural world.

Property manager

Clarissa

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Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

This is a really great place for kids.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

La Caillere-Saint-Hilaire

Located in La Caillere-Saint-Hilaire, this farm stay is in a rural area and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Marais Poitevin Regional Nature Park and Reserve Biologique Departementale de Nalliers, while Manoir des Sciences de Reaumur and Espace Gaston Chaissac are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Parc de Pierre Brune and Les Jardins du Sculpteur Jean-Marc de Pas. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.

La Caillère-Saint-Hilaire, Pays De La Loire

What's nearby

Chateau de Terre Neuve - 29 min drive
Puy du Fou - 41 min drive
Le Grand Parc du Puy du Fou - 41 min drive
O'Gliss Park - 51 min drive
Parc Oriental de Maulevrier - 54 min drive

Getting around

Sigournais Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 12 min drive
Le Galopin - 13 min drive
Auberge du Donjon - 7 min drive
Café Français - 12 min drive
Logis Hôtel le Moulin Neuf - 17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Rural French Idyll With Private Pool Perfect For Families and Groups of Friends have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Rural French Idyll With Private Pool Perfect For Families and Groups of Friends pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rural French Idyll With Private Pool Perfect For Families and Groups of Friends?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rural French Idyll With Private Pool Perfect For Families and Groups of Friends?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rural French Idyll With Private Pool Perfect For Families and Groups of Friends located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly farm stay is within 12 mi (20 km) of Clemenceau Monument, Manoir des Sciences de Reaumur and Chateau de Sainte-Hermine. Priory of Grammont is 12.3 mi (19.7 km) away.

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

anthony m.

5 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

Lovely place, fun things to do, opportunity to relax, plenty of space

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine S.

11 Sept 2022

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Excellent property

The property was excellent and had lots of facilities. Thoroughly enjoyed the pool. It was a peaceful place to be and would recommend. We felt very welcome there. Thank you. The house has internet but not in all rooms due to the distance from router and as an old house has thick walls.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Nigel Kerry K.

28 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

70th Birthday treat

My family descended upon the villa from various directions and all agreed that it was a very beautiful place to stay. There was enough space for 6 adults and 4 young children to be in the house but apart. The kitchen area is huge and if you like cooking its pretty perfect. The outside dining area is brilliant, especially when you work out where the light switch is. Breakfast around the large table was chaos but great. Outside the many acres meant plenty of room to wander as well as adventure for the young children. The "barn" was fun for adults as well as a playground for tractor driving 4 years old. It was hot so the pool became a very welcome essential. It has been well designed with steps and ledges in all the right places. I could tell more but La Caillere is a brilliant place to stay with a family. I highly recommend it

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin T., Lincoln U.K

5 Sept 2021

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Perfect holiday

A beautiful old french farmhouse full of charm and character. There was everything needed to make this a wonderful holiday for 3 generations. The swimming pool was the perfect place for hot afternoons and the games barn hosted daily table tennis tournaments. The woods were ideal for games of hide and seek and evening meals were enjoyed on the lovely terrace. We couldn’t find fault with this magical property.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Servaas V.

30 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice property

It was a very nice stay at this property. We've had a lovely holiday

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Clarissa

Hi, my name is Clarissa - I am an English garden designer married to Patrick - a Californian - whom I met studying Political Philosophy at LSE 35 years ago. We have kids ranging in age from 30 to 12 and La Tavellerie is our very loved holiday home. which we have spent years developing into a beautiful natural retreat with extensive gardens and loads of spaces to relax and unwind - even a small wood. We love to cook with the fabulous French produce, and enjoy long meals on the terrace or under the trees. Food here is really great - especially the seafood which the Vendee region is known for. We have a 12 meter salt water swimming pool with a 1.5m high fence around and a lockable gate for peace of mind when holidaying with kids who are non-swimmers. We also have games such as table tennis, badminton, boules and for baseball fans some gloves and balls and lots of toys for younger chidren. You can hire bikes to explore the countryside, on the local cycle routes and for those who like to walk there are lovely marked walks through the local woods.