GITE IN LOIRE
French Gite
Welcome to our pet-friendly cottage in Loire, which is located in a quiet little hamlet nestled in the peaceful French countryside and surrounded by Anjou vineyards. With its rustic look and own terrace overlooking the magnificent landscape, this Gite offers beautiful and relaxing living conditions.
Within 12 acres of fields and off the main road, children (and grown ups) can enjoy the freedom they crave by playing in the play area, pétanque, table football, football, table tennis and play the large garden games provided in a safe environment, whilst the adults enjoy their peace and quiet. The new in ground heated pool is ideal for hot summer days (open May to September, weather dependant). The sunsets are incredible, due to no light pollution.
OUR GITE
Our Gite, with its own large terrace overlooking the pool and the breathtaking landscape, offers magnificent and relaxing living conditions for a short stay or a long stay. Pets welcome
Within the spacious accommodation there are three bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, a shower room and a very large living / dining area, complete with log burner and central heating, vaulted ceiling and exposed beams. The fully equipped kitchen has electric hob and oven, fridge / freezer, crockery and cutlery.
There is a large TV with British and French Freeview channels and a DVD player. High chair and travel cots are available free of charge, with advance notice. All pets are welcome free of charge with prior notice.
Free WIFI access throughout the gîte and all grounds
We also welcome long or short term rentals, ideal for those looking to extend their summer vacation or for those who may be looking to buy property in the area, we can even store your belongings here in our storage facility at a small daily rate!
OUR ROOMS
DOUBLE ROOM
Sleeps 2, spacious with wardrobe, safe & drawers. It also fits 2 cots, if required
LOUNGE / DINING ROOM
Spacious with log burner, beams, TV, DVD and direct access to the terrace and pool
BUNK /
TWIN BEDS
Both the bunk bed and twin rooms sleep 2 people, with garden views
OUR RATES
Weekly Rates
All prices include 4 people and car(s). Please ask for nightly prices
October - March
April - September*
(*incl 22 Dec-2 Jan)
450€ per week
550€ per week
Additional Person at 5€ pppn and pets are welcome Free of Charge
The rates include fresh bed linen, wash towels/tea towels (pool towels are charged extra at just 5€ per stay), which are changed weekly. Also includes central heating and/or wood for the log burner if required.
Check-in between 4pm-10pm, check out by 10am
10€ for late check out upon request
Take more time to relax and prepare for your onward journey, or just spend the time languishing in bed. Our late check out offers you to extend the holiday until 2 pm (subject to availability). You can also leave your luggage with us if you wish to enjoy your final day out and about.
Well behaved pets are allowed with prior notice at no extra cost and should be kept on a lead. Please pick up their mess and use the bins provided. There are cats, chickens and a very friendly 17 year old Jack Russell on site.
OUR SERVICES
Terrace
The Gite has its own Terrace with BBQ, so you can dine alfresco with views of the pool and fantastic stunning landscape over acres of countryside. The sunsets are amazing
Garden
Fantastic views of the stunning landscape over acres of countryside
children's play area, Petanque, large garden games, also a lovely fishing pond for fun
Pool
The new in ground heated pool (10x5m, 1.5m deep) is a great way to cool down on those hot summer days (open May to September, weather dependant). The kids can play while you just relax and watch the local wildlife.
Free Wifi
Take advantage of the FREE WIFI in the Gite and the surrounding gardens.
Bed Linen/Wash Towels/Tea Towels
All bed linen, wash towels (excl. pool towels) and Tea towels are provided and changed weekly free of charge
The Shop
The shop provides you with all your convenience items, to save you from going to the shops for one or two items
GALLERY
THINGS TO DO
AROUND THE ANJOU REGION
There is so much to discover & do within 15/60 mins drive. Anjou wine is produced locally and wine tours are a must, which we arrange and chauffeur you during the summer.
For the energetic, there are plenty of choices with horseriding, cycling, walking, swimming, karting, canoeing, golf. The nearby towns of Saumur, Doue La Fontaine, Cholet, Angers, Thouars, which have great chateaux, Troglodytes & Sarcophages, museums, gardens/parks,theme parks, restaurants, shops and much more.......
The nearest villages are Nueil-Sur-Layon (5kms) and Vihiers (9kms) which offers post offices, boulangeries, banks, supermarkets, tabac/bars and restaurants.
Information leaflets can be found in our communal wash house, along with maps of the local area. Check out the gallery below:
Vineyard Tour
Do not miss out on one of our arranged "Try before you buy" Wine Tours at our local vineyard.
Leisure Activities
There are plenty of activities nearby:
Fishing is very popular, with a huge amount of lakes and rivers to choose from. Kayaking on the Loire and other local rivers.
Sailing on the lake in Saumur
Golf just outside Saumur & Bressuire
Cultural Sites
Chateaux are in abundance in the Anjour/Loire Region.
Only but a few; Chateau d'Angers, Chateau de Breze, Chateau de Saumur, Chateau de Villandry, Chateau de Montreuil Bellay, Fontevraud Abbey and many many more...
The Troglodyte caves in Doue-La-Fontaine are a must see tourist attraction. There are many fine examples of troglodytes in towns and villages of the region such as Saumur and Doue le Fontaine. A very good example of this is the Troglodyte village of Rochemenier.
Market Tours
You can check out our many local markets. Information is provided in your welcome pack
Horse Riding
Fancy horse riding? Well, you can, at our local centre
(Bookings do require plenty of notice)
HOW TO FIND US
Sat Nav Co-ordinates
47.074023,-0.410750
47°04'26.5"N 0°24'38.7"W
Travel through the village of Clere-Sur-Layon, towards St Pierre a Champ (D54). After you have exited Clere-Sur-Layon, turn right at the first crossroads, where you will see the sign for Camping Le Serpolin and follow this single track road for approx. 2kms until a sharp bend to the right, where you will see Le Serpolin on your left. Any problems, please contact us.
Ferry Ports;
St Malo (3 hrs)
Caen - Ouistreham(3 hrs)
Le Havre (3.5 hrs)
Cherbourg (4 hrs)
Calais (5.5 hrs)
Airports;
Nantes (1.5 hrs)
Poitiers (1.5 hrs)
Tours (1.5 hrs)
Train Stations;
Saumur (40 mins)
Cholet (40 mins)
Angers (50 mins)
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