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Check availability at our two beautiful gîtes.
26 November 2026 – 31 October 2028.
Saturdays are changeover days.
Le Petit Bouleau
Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · single storey
Cosy, well-equipped accommodation with two bedrooms for up to four guests. Every room is on the ground floor with only one step between areas, and a private terrace reached straight from the kitchen.
Le Marronnier
Sleeps 12 · 4 bedrooms · two storey
A large farmhouse with four bedrooms, a generous lounge, a fully equipped kitchen and two shower rooms spread over two floors. Together with the conservatory there is ample room for up to twelve guests.
For bookings and enquiries, please get in touch. Availability is subject to confirmation.
PRICES PER WEEK
2027 Season
A deposit of 25% is required when returning the booking confirmation form. Your booking will be confirmed when the deposit is received. The remainder will become due 8 weeks before your arrival date.
Le Petit Bouleau
Up to 4 guests
April – June · September – October
£600 (€700)
July – August
£800 (€930)
Security deposit: £100 (€100) per week, refundable
End-of-stay cleaning: £45 (€50)
Le Marronnier
Up to 12 guests
April – June · September – October
£1.080 (€1,250)
July – August
£1,600 (€1,870)
Security deposit: £200 (€200) per week, refundable
End-of-stay cleaning: £55 (€60)
Both gîtes -exclusive use
Up to 16 guests
April – June · September – October
£1.680 (€1,940)
July – August
£2,400 (€2,800)
Security deposit: £200 (€200) per week, refundable
End-of-stay cleaning: £100 (€100)
GOOD TO KNOW
- Free Wi-Fi over a fast fibre connection.
- Tourist tax applies and is billed separately.
- Travel cots and highchairs are available at no cost.
- Bed linen, bathmats and tea towels are provided — hand, bath and beach towels are not.
- No surcharges for electricity, gas or water, and no hidden extra costs.
- Minimum booking period is 7 nights. Changeover days in July and August are Saturdays; at other times they are flexible by arrangement.
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE
Questions, answered
Is off-road parking available?
Yes – There is ample room for up to 8 cars.
Is it safe to drink the tap water?
Yes – The quality is good but you may wish to buy bottled water if traveling further afield.
We have a small dog, can we bring it with us?
Sadly no – We have chickens and a cat so it would not work out well. Often we also have a neighbour's horses in our field.
Do I need travel adaptors for UK appliances?
Yes – if you wish to use electrical items that have a UK (3 pin) plug fitted.
Is Wi-Fi available?
Yes – fast fibre connection.
If we arrive early, can we check-in?
Check-in before 4:00 pm is sometimes possible by prior arrangement with Diane or Chris. Agreement depends upon the intensity of the change-over taking place on the day you arrive. Bags etc can be securely stored if required.
Is there a washing machine available on-site?
Yes – a coin (€) operated machine is located in the utility room at the rear of Le Marronnier; it is a shared facility.
Do we have exclusive use of the swimming pool?
Only if you have booked both gîtes or are sole occupants of La Petite Guyonnière.
Can I pay with a cheque or cash upon arrival?
No – payment is by bank transfer or cheque, paid into the account given on your booking form.
Our ferry is not until the evening, can we delay checking-out until the afternoon?
Only if there is no one wanting to occupy the gîte that you are vacating.
Is there a bar in Maché?
Yes –Au Vie’ Rage – beside the Boulangerie, is a bar/restaurant. Friendly staff and good food.
Is there a bakery in Maché?
Yes – Opposite the church. Although there is another in Apremont which is far superior. It is at the bottom of the hill, opposite the shop.
Where is the nearest supermarket?
There is a Hyper-U in Aizenay (11 km) away. It is in the Espace Commercial Porte Littoral visible from the D948.
How far is the nearest beach?
St Gilles-Croix-de-Vie is closest at (28km). Just over 30 mins drive in the summer.
Is open-water swimming possible in the lakes?
Yes – The best place is off the man-made beach in Apremont (6 km).
Is Puy du Fou close to La Petite Guyonnière?
Puy du Fou is just over 80km away, which, is about an hour’s drive, even during the busy Summer months. This place has to be seen to be believed.
Is there an adventure park like Go-Ape, or similar, nearby?
Yes – Le Grand Défi (the largest adventure park in the world) at Saint Julien des Landes (18km) is amazing and well worth the short drive.