Le Colombier: Natural getaway at Saint-martin-lars-en-sainte-hermine

Discover the Chantemerle Forest by taking the Voie Verte (old railway track) and the small country roads. After a stop near the chapel of the Domaine de Chantemerle, enjoy the shade of the trees of the forest of Chantemerle and its vegetal atmosphere. On the way back, take a break in the village square of Chantemerle before heading back to Pescalis. Don't hesitate to make a detour to the Karting or the Adventure Park located nearby.

Discover the granite chirons through the bocage landscapes, by taking the small country roads. After a break at the Jardin de Chirons, a picturesque site to discover the granite chaos, and the famous Rocher Branlant, stop at l'Absie to discover the abbey church and its mural paintings currently being restored.

The small town of Coulonges-sur-L'Autize has undergone three major phases of development during its history. In the Middle Ages, the settlement gathered around the church of Saint-Etienne. The medieval nucleus, now a little out of place, is characterized by winding streets where a few houses show signs of age. A second period of urbanization began in the 16th century with the construction of a vast castle, built around a large quadrangular square. Finally, the 19th century ushered in a new period of prosperity and growth. This economic boom, linked to the exploitation of lime kilns, resulted in the construction of major roads, the installation of the railway, the building of market halls and a wealthy housing.

From Coulonges-sur-l'Autize, park on the castle square. A notice board will show you the starting point. Then follow the wooden markers with a bicycle and brown directional arrows. If there are no signs, continue on your way. Discover the Autize valley and let yourself be surprised by the poetry of the landscapes and the charm of the buildings in this area.

Departure and return to the Saint-Amand-sur-Sèvre church parking lot. Take a tour of the village and discover the church of Saint-Amand-sur-Sèvre, its heritage and the Sèvre Nantaise, before heading off into the bocage and its sunken lanes. You may even spot a flight of storks and, in spring, their nest, visible from the Boulevard de Maumusson. Things to see on this tour ? the Saint-Amand church ? lavoir de la Lande ? 16th-century bridge over the river Sèvre notre-Dame des champs statue père Montfort Cross la Guierche the hedged farmland the sunken lanes ? The Cross in memory of the Vendée wars ? The statue of Notre-Dame de Charrefait Blue signposting, circuit n°4: Le Bourg - Charrefait

Departure and return to the Saint-Amand-sur-Sèvre church parking lot. Take a tour of the village and discover the church of Saint-Amand-sur-Sèvre, its heritage and the Sèvre Nantaise, before heading off into the bocage and its sunken lanes. You may even spot a flight of storks and, in spring, their nest, visible from the Boulevard de Maumusson. Things to see on this tour ? the Saint-Amand church ? lavoir de la Lande ? 16th-century bridge over the river Sèvre notre-Dame des champs statue père Montfort Cross la Guierche the hedged farmland the sunken lanes ? The Cross in memory of the Vendée wars ? The statue of Notre-Dame de Charrefait Blue signposting, circuit n°5: Le Bourg-Bleure Rambault-Charrefait

Departure and return to the parking lot at the entrance to Chemin La Courtinière in Saint-Amand-sur-Sèvre. Take this route through the bocage countryside, and at the end of the paths you'll see 3 villages of Saint-Amand-sur-Sèvre. What to see on this tour ? The bocage ? Shady paths Blue signposting, circuit n°6: La Poitière

Departure and return to the Saint-Amand-sur-Sèvre church parking lot. Take a tour of the village and discover the Saint-Amand-sur-Sèvre church, its heritage and the Sèvre Nantaise river, before heading off into the bocage and its sunken lanes. Things to see on this tour ? the Saint-Amand church ? lavoir de la Lande ? 16th-century bridge over the river Sèvre notre-Dame des champs statue père Montfort Cross la Guierche the hedged farmland the sunken lanes Blue signposting, circuit n°3.

Renovated old house in a hamlet, adjoining another house. Ground floor: living room/kitchen (decorative fireplace), bathroom/wc (shower, bath). First floor: 2 bedrooms (1 bed 140) (2 beds 90) , wc. Wifi internet access. Private landscaped grounds of 420 m² opposite the gîte: terrace (garden furniture, barbecue), parking. Options: End-of-stay cleaning: 65€/stay; Sheet hire for 1 or 2 people: 11€/stay; Sheet hire for 1 or 2 people: 11€/stay. 11€/stay; Bathroom linen hire: 8€/pers/stay. Extra charge: Electric heating with general meter reading (deduction of 8 kWh per day for current consumption) from 31/12/2022 to 29/04/2023 and from 30/09/2023 to 06/01/2024 (to be paid to the owners). Heating is included from 29/04/2023 to 30/09/2023. Visitor's tax.

Renovated old house, completely independent, situated in a hamlet. Ground floor: living room, kitchen, shower room, WC, 2 bedrooms (1 double bed, 1 single bed) (2 single beds), storage room. High chair and baby bath available. No Wifi. First floor: unoccupied. Fenced landscaped grounds of 1500 m² (garden furniture, barbecue, swing set). Carport. Small shops 2 km away. Lake with fishing facilities 2 km away. Canoeing 8 km away. Sheets and towels not provided. Housekeeping not included. Additional charge: Oil-fired central heating: €15/day (payable on site).

Old house situated close to a farm (cereal growing), adjoining outbuildings, close to the owner's accommodation. Ground floor: living room/kitchen, store room, shower room, wc. 2 bedrooms (1 x 160cm bed) (1 x 140cm bed, 1 x 90cm bed). First floor: mezzanine (1 single bed), 1 attic bedroom (2 single beds), shower room. Sauna for 2 people. Wifi internet access. Partially enclosed landscaped grounds of 1500 m² (garden furniture, barbecue). Table tennis. Private swimming pool under cover (5x10m), open from 03/04 to 15/09. Options: End-of-stay cleaning €80/stay; Sheet hire for 1 or 2 pers. 10€/stay; Bathroom linen hire: 8€/pers/stay. Extra charge: Heating by pellet stove: 50€/week (and for companies: 100€/week): to be paid on site.

It comprises : Ground floor: - a living room with fitted kitchen - a dining area - and a lounge area with sofa bed (140x190) - a storeroom with washing machine and a separate WC complete this level, which opens onto a private terrace. First floor: - two bedrooms and a shower room on this level * the first offers two 90x200 beds (possibility 180x200) plus an extra bed for a child (90x200) * and the second bedroom, a 140x200 bed. Access to the swimming pool, shared with the owners, is available from 10am to 7pm. It is secure and the water is heated by the sun's rays. A dome protects the pool, so you can enjoy it in less pleasant weather. Baby equipment (cot with mattress, booster seat, changing mat) is available on request. Bed linen and towels are provided. In winter, firewood is provided, and the wood-burning stove is in operation on arrival. An electric charging point is available for a fee per charge. A car park is available for holidaymakers.

Renovated old house located in a hamlet 500 m from the village. Owner's accommodation nearby. Ground floor: living room/kitchen (fireplace with woodburner, telephone), 1 bedroom (1 double bed), shower room, wc. First floor: 2 bedrooms (2 single beds, washbasin and wc) (2 twin beds 90), bathroom/wc. Linen provided. Wifi internet access. Games room (table tennis). Carport. Independent enclosed garden of 500 m² (garden furniture, barbecue). Possibility of fishing in a lake 1 km away. Options : End-of-stay cleaning: €60/stay; Sheet hire for 1 and 2 people: €10/stay; Towels not provided. Additional charges: Electric heating: general meter reading (deduction of 8kWh per day for current consumption).

Two bedrooms of 27 and 21 m2 on the first floor of the owners' house, each with its own private bathroom.

Renovated old house, located in the village, close to the owner's home. Ground floor: living room/kitchen, sitting room (wood-burning stove), utility room, wc (1 step). Attic floor: 2 bedrooms, each with en-suite shower room/wc (1 x 160cm bed) (2 x 90cm beds). Wifi internet access. Communal enclosed property of 1000 m², private gravelled area of 50 m² (garden furniture, barbecue). Children's playroom. Bed linen provided (beds made on arrival). Optional extras End-of-stay cleaning: €65/stay; towels not provided (€5 supplement per item). In addition: heating package: €10/day, €60/week (payable to the owner). Gîte very close to the Jardins de William Christie in Thiré. Mervent Forest and Marais Poitevin 25 minutes away. Puy du Fou 50 minutes away. Numerous visits and activities in La Roche sur Yon, Luçon and Fontenay le Comte. Coastal walks and beaches 55 minutes away.

42m² self-catering holiday home, close to the owners' house. Kitchen area in the main room, 1 sofa bed, 1 bedroom (double bed), shower room, WC. Private courtyard with garden furniture and parking space. Sheets provided free of charge

Detached house located in a hamlet, close to the owner's house. Ground floor: kitchen, living room, shower room/wc. First floor: 2 interconnecting bedrooms (1 x 140cm bed) (1 x 140cm bed and 1 x 90cm bed), wc with washbasin. Access to the first floor via a staircase with Japanese steps. No Wifi. 3000 m² enclosed landscaped garden (garden furniture, barbecue, 2 sun loungers), shelter. Options: End-of-stay cleaning: €55/stay; Sheet hire for 1 or 2 people: €10/stay. Towels not provided. Additional charges: Tourist tax, electric heating: general meter reading (deduction of 8 kWh per day for current consumption): to be paid on site.

Farm on 1.20 ha, in conversion to organic farming, basket making course on the farm. Products: Wicker, Basketry (baskets, baskets ...) All year round Places of sale : At the farm by appointment, on the Internet

Sheep breeder at Lieu-dit Tutière 79240 LE BUSSEAU No direct sales.

Farming of 3 ha. Products : - Seasonal vegetables - Strawberries Places of sale : - At the farm, Tuesday and Friday from 5pm to 7pm - Biocoop in Bressuire - www.jeannie-legumes.fr

Children from 2 to 12 years old will love the 200 m² suspended net area linked by tunnels between the trees, with ball pools and balls. Jumping, laughing and especially having fun are the key words on this site! (unlimited time in this play area). This shady place is a great success during the summer! Must be supervised by an adult on the ground. Last departure 1 hour before closing time. Depending on the number of people in the space, the time normally unlimited may be limited to 1 hour You will also find on the spot : accrobranches courses, tyroliennes, laser game, mini golf, treasure hunt and free nature trail (option : small questionnaire at 2€ with free park pencil).

Stone of the dead and black stone: The end of the 18th century is marked by a tragic event. On June 23rd 1793, royalists were massacred at Le Busseau during the Vendée wars. Republican troops attack a Vendée camp stationed on the Busseau territory 200 men died and were buried there. This place, located on the current road to Marillet, has since been called "La Fosse aux morts" (The Pit of the Dead). A stele has been erected there as a reminder of the massacre On the Place du Busseau stands another trace of an even more distant past. Since 1960, the Black Stone has found its place there. This large rock dates back to the Celtic period. It would have served as an altar of sacrifice. A trace of the distant past of this territory that I invite you to discover.

Exploitation of 102 ha (250 Charolais cows) also tourist lodge. Products: Beef Charolais in coin box of 6 or 12 kg vacuum, pure beef sausage, rillettes, dried cottage round. prepared meals (beef stew, chili con carne, beef jelly, sauce offal) Label: Beef farmer Vendée and Label Rouge. Places of Sale: At the farm every first Thursday or Friday of each month, other products every Friday from 17 am to 19 pm, Christmas Markets country producers.

Cross classified as a historical monument since 1889

The Saint Mesmin Castle, in Saint André sur Sèvre, is a XIVth century medieval fortress to which an imposing XVth century dungeon, with its 28 metre high walls has been added. An invitation to daily medieval life which reveals itself more subtle and refined than one could imagine. This fortress, a listed building since 1993, offers daily animations throughout July and August for an unusual discovery of the place: workshops for children and adults.

The Cap'Ré Cheese Factory is a family cheese factory which produces mainly goat's cheese. It also produces plain and spicy crottins as well as fresh plain or ashed logs.

The abbey, founded in 1120 by Géraud de Salles, was badly damaged during the Hundred Year War. The church was rebuilt by Abbot Bernard d' Appelvoisin in the 15th century. Inside, a wall painting dating from the end of the Middle Ages shows Saint Michel beating the dragon and two other Middle Age wall paintings show the crucifixion and Saint Grégoire « Le Grand's » mass. The Abbey Church will undergo a 3-year programme of renovation work.

The menu is based on local produce, with seasonal specialities on offer. Stéphane's not-to-be-missed dishes include pan-fried scallops and lamb mice accompanied by Vendée wines. Oysters are on the menu as a starter and the traditional Grilled Ham/Mogettes is also on the menu.

Buffet lunch on weekdays from Monday to Friday Bar open from 7am to 3pm

Family-run snack bar offering pizzas, burgers and American food. Opening hours from 05/07 to 30/08/2025: Every day from 3pm to 11pm (closed on Wednesdays) Reservations required for lunch. With themed evenings on Tuesdays from 15/07 (single course). 15/07: karaoke night - ham and mogette dish 22/07: 80s evening - pizzas 29/07 : blind test and dance evening - burger 05/08 : Karaoke night - ham and chips 12/08 : 80's-90's party - pizzas 19/08 : dance party - burger 26/08 : Karaoke night - mussels and chips

Workers' menu, banquets, ceremonies, business and family meals for up to 150 people. 2 rooms, coach parking. 40 mm from the Marais Poitevin 55 mm from the Puy du Fou and 1 h 10 from the beaches

The Auberge du Donjon welcomes you and offers you its market menu. Open from Wednesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner. Menu during the week, and à la carte dishes at weekends.

Pizzas and salads at the Taverne. Restaurant located near the keep and medieval garden of Bazoges en Pareds. Open Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. More information on the Facebook page and by phone.

Restaurant, Bar, Café in Saint-Martin-des-Fontaines. Local, Corsican and Mediterranean specialities, traditional cuisine. Open for lunch and dinner every day (except Monday).

Enjoy a good fish and chips or a mixed grill in the "So British" atmosphere of Sarah and Kevin's English pub. A great place to relax and enjoy a good beer. The little extra: two cosy lounges and an open fire in winter to complete the British pub atmosphere!

With a 300m2 terrace, you can enjoy a meal or simply nibble over a drink. Enjoy the beauty of the French-style garden in the shade of the largest magnolia tree in the Vendée. Booking recommended, temporary opening.

Papo'Thé is a warm and cosy place where you can enjoy tea, coffee, beers and homemade lemonades, as well as the little cakes that go with them! Virginie will welcome you as if you were at home for a break with friends, and you'll also be able to enjoy a meal thanks to the recipes in the jars (illico bocaux). There's also a delicatessen section where you can make gift baskets or find gift ideas. Family-friendly workshops are offered regularly: macramé, guidance, reading club, knitting. See the calendar for dates.

Le Colombier naturist campsite is set in a 50-hectare estate covering a valley. The campsite is renowned for its spacious pitches, a spirit of freedom, quality sanitary facilities and, of course, the friendly atmosphere in the well-equipped bar and restaurant. The campsite is accessible to people with reduced mobility.

La Gerberie consists of 2 family yurts for 6 people (2 double beds and 2 single beds), 3 dormitory yurts for 10 people (5 bunk beds per yurt) and 1 yurt for 2 people with sanitary facilities + 2 bedrooms with sanitary facilities and a gîte, all so that you can organise your business and personal events with peace of mind. Reception room on the estate (200 people seated).

14th century gîte, sleeps 6. Experience a moment of history and let yourself be carried away by the past and the history of the lords of yesteryear!

In the South Vendée, a family country house for 6 people, quiet and restful. The accommodation comprises three bedrooms, a kitchen-dining room with dishwasher, a lounge with games area and table football, a shower room and separate WC, a utility room with washing machine and changing table. There is a large, pleasant, unoverlooked outside area with barbecue, deckchairs, swing, table tennis table, etc.

Our gîte comprises : Ground floor: large 40 m² room with fireplace, fully equipped open-plan kitchen (dishwasher, induction hob, oven, microwave, fridge/freezer), storeroom (washing machine, tumble dryer) and WC. 2 flat-screen TVs: ground floor and bedroom. First floor: 2 bedrooms: 1 double bed (140cm), 2 single beds (90cm) + 1 pull-out bed, 1 shower room (90cm x 90cm shower) and 1 separate WC. 30 m² covered terrace opening onto large private grounds of 1500 m² (garden furniture, electric barbecue, deckchairs). WIFI Towels and sheets available for hire. Availability: please contact us For short stays, please contact us. Possibility of weekly rental for professionals. Discounts for several weeks. Our gîte is centrally located and within easy reach of the Vendée and Charente-Maritime regions: La Rochelle, Le Puy du Fou, Le marais poitevin, la Venise Verte, Mervent (forest, zoo, adventure park), Vouvant (one of the most beautiful villages in France), O'Fun Park .... The beaches of the Vendée on the Côte de Lumière (an exceptionally sunny coastline). Medieval castles, churches, monuments and historic sites (Mouilleron en Pareds, Jard/Mer...). There are also some outstanding natural areas: the bird sanctuary in the heart of the Vendée bocage (Les Landes-Genusson) and the departmental biological reserve (Nalliers-Mouzeuil-Saint-Martin). Fishing (communal pond at St Martin Lars) And 5 km away, the Gardens and the William Christie Festival - Rencontres musicales en Vendée. We would be delighted to welcome you to our gîte Les Cyclamens. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you would like any photographs or further information. Our gîte can be viewed on gites.fr and/or cybevasion.fr. You can find more details, photos and customer reviews.

Renovated old house in a hamlet, adjoining another house. Ground floor: living room/kitchen (decorative fireplace), bathroom/wc (shower, bath). First floor: 2 bedrooms (1 bed 140) (2 beds 90) , wc. Wifi internet access. Private landscaped grounds of 420 m² opposite the gîte: terrace (garden furniture, barbecue), parking. Options: End-of-stay cleaning: 65€/stay; Sheet hire for 1 or 2 people: 11€/stay; Sheet hire for 1 or 2 people: 11€/stay. 11€/stay; Bathroom linen hire: 8€/pers/stay. Extra charge: Electric heating with general meter reading (deduction of 8 kWh per day for current consumption) from 31/12/2022 to 29/04/2023 and from 30/09/2023 to 06/01/2024 (to be paid to the owners). Heating is included from 29/04/2023 to 30/09/2023. Visitor's tax.

Renovated old house, completely independent, situated in a hamlet. Ground floor: living room, kitchen, shower room, WC, 2 bedrooms (1 double bed, 1 single bed) (2 single beds), storage room. High chair and baby bath available. No Wifi. First floor: unoccupied. Fenced landscaped grounds of 1500 m² (garden furniture, barbecue, swing set). Carport. Small shops 2 km away. Lake with fishing facilities 2 km away. Canoeing 8 km away. Sheets and towels not provided. Housekeeping not included. Additional charge: Oil-fired central heating: €15/day (payable on site).