We are situated on the edge of the small hamlet of La Viollière, in the rolling hills of Southern Vendée just 2km outside the village of Breuil Barret, which is almost exactly half way between Les Sables d’Olonne and Poitiers. The Vendée Department is in the west of France with lovely and varied countryside plus a long Atlantic coastline. It has an intriguing history and many places of interest and tourist attractions. We offer two different styles of holiday - both at the same location but are entirely separate …

Country Cottage

Situated on the edge of La Viollière hamlet, this attractive, traditional, gîte retains much character. It is simply but comfortably furnished and well equipped and has a large, level garden with garden furniture. Ideal for couples or small families, sleeps four in two bedrooms - one double & one twin ► See more

Country Camping

Six pitches in lovely 2-acre meadow with beautiful views and plenty of space. With no adjacent road, access only through the old farm courtyard, the camping is an oasis of calm. Well situated for exploring. Showers, toilets, washing cubicles, washing up sinks (hot water included). Electric hook-up available. ► See more

Explore the Vendée

Local Area

The small hamlet of La Viollière is surrounded by gently rolling countryside made up of fields and small woods. It is well placed being Central to La Rochelle, Poitiers and Futuroscope, the famous historical parc of Puy du Fou and the peaceful waterways of the Venise Verte. The lovely beaches of the Vendée coast, Saumur on the Loire are within easy reach for day trips. An ideal area to escape the hustle and bustle but with lots to see and do if you wish.

Activities

For such a rural environement there are a surprising number of activites in the area … Many marked footpaths for walkers. Bird reserves/watching. Local Markets and a couple of local vineyards to visit for tastings. Good local, outdoor swimming pool or lake swimming with beach in the forest.   For the more adventurous … try go-karting, treetop adventures, boating, canoeing or paddle boarding on the lake in Mervent Forest.

Historical Sites

There are many nearby places of interest such as the medieval village of Vouvant with lovely views over the ancient ramparts. The Chateau de Terre Neuve in the renaissance town of Fontenay le Comte, ancient capital of the Vendée. Eleanor of Aquitaine’s impressive Abbey and visitor’s center at Nieul sur l'Autize and the ruined Abbey at Maillezais, on the edge of the Venise Verte to name just a few.