The most tranquil setting in the Vendée

In the unspoilt and picturesque Venise Verte, our newly converted gites enjoy the prettiest of locations in eight acres of land flanked by woodlands and criss-crossed by green carpeted waterways. The area has been called a painter's landscape and benefits from the warm and sunny micro climate of the region.

The three terraced cottages each have their own private patio and garden which leads down to the river. The fourth gite is part of the main house but also benefits from a private entrance and its own garden edged by one of the area's many waterways.

The local village, Nalliers, dates from Roman times with a 12th century church, small supermarket, bars, restaurant, bank, post office, hairdressers, chemist, and dress shop. It is about 1 ½ miles away and also has a tennis court and sports ground.

For the active there are numerous walks through the marais. Cycling is enjoyable because of the flat terrain and we provide a selection of bikes. Coarse fishing is very popular throughout the area and there are a variety of fish in the river at the bottom of the garden. There is a boat available at La Petite Venise Verte should you wish to fish or just explore the waterways. Golf, tennis and riding are all available nearby.

Bird watching is a pleasure throughout the year with many migratory species and numerous varieties that nest in the area. There are a number of observation sites to choose from and a biological reserve at Nalliers itself.

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