GÎTE DU ROSSIGNOL

Ideally located, this small, fully restored character house, its 2000m2 wooded park and private entrance await you for a plunge into the heart of nature. You'll find yourself on the footpaths to discover the forest of Mervent, its lake and its activities: hiking, cycling, kayaking, paddle, canoeing, the water sports centre and the zoo.

For more cultural and other discoveries, less than 10 minutes away, you'll also find the medieval town of Vouvant, with its art galleries, cafés and château; Fontenay-le-Comte and its historic centre; and Foussais-Payré, a small town full of character, with its chocolate factory and sculptures.

Must-sees within an hour's drive: Puy du Fou, the beaches of the Vendée, Green Venice and its marshes, La Rochelle and the Ile de Ré.