Villa FR5069

Once the home of the famous general during the Vendee wars, this house has a fascinating history.
Now a classified national historic monument, the estate features an impressive chateau just a short walk from the main house.

This villa contains ten bedrooms, nine situated in the main house and adjacent annexe, and the final bedroom situated in a simple studio.
Beautiful furnishings, ornate decorations and antique features run throughout the interior of both the house and annexe, giving the villa a high level of comfort.

Rose covered borders surround the well-tended gardens and fine lawns, the perfect tranquillity to enjoy a romantic walk.
A short stroll will take you to the dazzling swimming pool that can heated on request, with the pool house next door fully equipped with a dining table, kitchen, WiFi and music system.

With a private tennis court, games room and volleyball court, this property offers plenty to entertain you.
Whether you want an active game or a simple stroll into the vast parkland, the natural landscapes so typical of this region will amaze you.

Bakeries, shops and restaurants are all within easy reach by car, or head to the local market in nearby Challons to find some local produce.
A short half hour drive will take you to the sandy beaches of the Atlantic coast, with the coastal town of La Tranche-sur-Mer having 13km of sandy beaches.

Main House + Annexe + Studio

Interior of Main House

Ground Floor

• Living room
• Dining room seating up to 20 guests
• Kitchen, well-equipped including two dishwashers
• Small shower room
• Laundry room
• Separate WC
• Play room with billiard table, table tennis and table football_x000D_

First Floor

• Bathroom with WC
• Bedroom One: Sleigh double bed (140cm) and sleigh single bed (90cm)
• Bedroom Two: Sleigh double bed (140cm)
• Bedroom Three: Twin beds (90cm each) with ensuite bathroom and WC
• Bedroom Four: Sleigh double bed (140cm). Connects to Bedroom Five
• Bedroom Five: Double bed (160cm) and single bed (80cm) with ensuite bathroom and WC. Connects to Bedroom Four
• Sitting area with TV and antique furnishings

Interior of Annexe (adjacent to main house with external entrance)

• Open-plan living room with kitchen corner
• Bedrooms Six to Eight: Double bedrooms (160cm beds)
• Bedroom Nine: Twin beds (80cm beds)
• Bathroom with separate shower
• Separate WC

Interior of Studio (with external access)

• Living-dining area with two bunkbeds (Bedroom Ten)
• Small basic kitchen
• Shower room with WC

Outside Grounds

-Heated swimming pool (15m7m, depth 1.1m-2.5m) fenced off with electric security cover, open April to end of September. Can be heated on request

• Pool house with music system, TV and Wi-Fi. Kitchen-diner with seating for up to 20 guests, two changing rooms plus a shower and separate WC
• BBQ
• Tennis Court
• Badminton
• Volleyball
• Boules
• 100 hectares of parkland featuring ponds

Facilities

• Wi-Fi
• Heating
• TV and DVD player
• Music system
• Table tennis
• Billiard table
• Table football
• Washing machine and dryer
• Babyfoot

Le Logis Du Général is a house set on a wonderful family estate which includes beautifully kept gardens, the estate’s own château and 100-hectares of parkland, ponds and grounds where guests may roam free.

Located in the in the Vendée department, the nearest village is a 2.5km drive where you will find two bakeries, a supermarket and restaurant whilst the delightful town of Challans (8km) is a little further with further facilities, larger hypermarkets and a lovely old covered market on a Tuesday, Friday and Saturday morning.

Drive to the Atlantic coast and discover broad sandy beaches at Saint-Jean-de-Monts (30km), a lovely family-friendly beach with a promenade ideal for gentle walking and cycling or feast on freshly grilled sardines in the charming town of Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie (35km), where there is also the opportunity to try sea-fishing.  Both places offer water-based activities such as sailing, surfing, water skiing or you can head to Fromentine (35km) for kite-surfing.

Further south, Les Sables-d’Olonne (63km) is a delightful seaside town with a bustling seafront promenade and La Tranche-sur-Mer (88km) has 13km of sandy beaches backed by dunes.

For a spectacular day out drive over to the island of Noirmoutier, attached to the mainland by a bridge or a causeway (when the tide is out!) and wonderful for its pine-backed beaches, traditional beach huts, rock pools and sampling fresh oysters in one of the beachside cafes. It’s an especially great area for cyclists with flat and beautiful trails across the island.

Alternatively take a boat trip to the lovely L’Ile d’Yeu from the port in Fromentine (35km) and discover this wild island with a fantastic coastal path for walking as well as watersports such as scuba-diving, surfing, kayaking and sailing.

Heading inland, explore the wetlands at Marais Poitevin which cover 45,000 hectares of canals and marshes with fascinating flora and fauna which can be discovered via the many walking and cycling trails across this region or by hiring a boat near the coast.

As well as hiking and cycling and a great variety of water-based activities, guests can find horse-riding within a ten-minute drive, golf courses across the region as well as bowling and karting in Challans. There is also a great activity centre in Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez (33km), open from April to September, with tree-top activities for kids over 6 and a playground with mini-golf, paddle boats and mini-kart circuit for over 3s.

Not forgetting the fabulous city of Nantes (43km) on the Loire River with its rich history and artistic vibe. It’s a must for food-lovers too with some amazing markets, on-trend restaurants and wonderful vineyards just outside the city centre.