12m x 6m heated swimming pool & gardens:
The swimming pool has been specifically designed and built with children's enjoyment in mind. The pool has both a safety fence and a child safety gate & so conforms fully to French safety laws.
The shallow end of the pool has large steps which have been made wider than normal - one is a meter wide which makes an ideal area for young babies and toddlers to play in. The shallow end is only 1.05m deep (i.e. shallower than normal), so young children can stand in the water easily. The shallow end then gradually slopes down to a depth of 1.55m.
The pool is surrounded by 120m2 of timber decking with plenty of sun loungers for sunbathing. The L-shaped pool has a large terrace next to the pool steps where the whole family can relax and enjoy themselves.
On the private terrace of both gites are decked terrace area, with a large wrought-iron gazebo & chimney style BBQ. The shade of the gazebo gives a welcome break from the midday sun - it is also the perfect spot to relax
Local Activities to keep you entertained......:
For the more energetic, the beach has a 6-hectare area of water for people wishing to learn water sports. The 'Cercle Nautique Tranchais' offers sailing, windsurfing, kite-surfing and sand-sailing. The area is also superb for boating and surfing enthusiasts
The large fishing port of l'Aiguillon is just 10 minutes away. Early risers can choose from a range of freshly-caught fish, mussels, oysters, langoustine and gambas at the town's fish market which is open every weekday at 5am. Those who prefer a lie-in can sample the seafood later in the day at one of the many wonderful fish restaurants in the town.
From La-Tranche-sur-Mer take a 45 minute boat ride to the beautiful island of Ile de Re and the famous port of St Matin - Highly recommended for a superb locally caught lunch and then visit all of the wonderful boutiques and antique shops dotted around the many lanes.
Especially for the little ones..... :
We cater especially for families with children. You will find a large library of books (babies to teenagers), a huge collection of videos, board games for the entire family, a great selection of toys which includes dressing up clothes and train sets - everything you could possibly need to keep the little ones entertained. Also supplied FREE are a high chair, travel cot, changing unit, baby bath, pushchair, sterilising kit, bottle warmer, food blender and plastic crockery & cutlery.
We also have an English mother of two available for BABY-SITTING should you wish to go out and experience the delights of our local restaurants.
For the big boys......we also have a projector TV on an impressive screen with the full sky sports and movies channels!!
Other Activities:
Children's amusements parks, Ball park, Forest adventure trials, Quad bikes hire, Golf courses, Go-kart racing, Zoo's, Aquarium's, Boating, Sailing