Contact: Mark & Alison
Mob: 0044(0)7884245200
France Land Line 0033(0)251500845
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e-mail: info@chezalmara.com
e-mail:
gîtealmara@orange.fr

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"Ideal getaway"
Paradise in the Marais Poitevin

"Gîte Almara" is situated in a nature reserve set in the heart of the peaceful and unspoilt area in the Marais Poitevin nr Fontenay le Comte.

The Gîte is in the village of Le Poire Sur Velluire and within easy reach of local shops, boulangerie, chemist, hairdressers and local restaurants. An excellent base to explore the Vendee and within driving distance of the many beautiful beaches and forests along the Vendee coastline or to simply relax in the tranquillity of the area.

A forty minute drive will take you to the cosmopolitan town of La Rochelle. One hour drive to Puy Du Fou and Futourscope.


It is a perfect location for a peaceful and relaxing holiday to enjoy cycling, walking along the shady tree lined roads or with the canals nearby for fishing. (eels, roach, tench, pike and other species)

Birdwatch in the reserve and be amazed at the number of different species in the area, from night herons, egrets, storks, hoopoe, woodpeckers and worblers and many more.


Explore the canals of the "Venise Verte" by boat in the town of Coulon .The town of Marans is only a 20 minute drive from the Gite and is a great area to relax at one of the café bars and enjoy a glass of wine next to the Vendee river. Mervent Forest and the historic town of Vouvont is a short drive away. There are many wine Cave's in the region where you can go and sample the local produce.

Fontenay Le Comte is the nearest town and hosts a variety of good restaurants and a number of supermarkets with a fabulous range of food and fine wines. The Saturday morning open market is not to be missed.

The accommodation is equipped to a high standard and offers the comfort of a spacious open plan lounge/dining room with original beams, fully equipped kitchen with integrated dishwasher, fridge, freezer, washing machine and microwave. Downstairs bathroom with shower and bath. Stairs leading to double/twin bedroom with en-suite toilet.

TV/ Sky Satellite free sat channels. A selection of books & games

Bycles and safety helmets available to use. Beach towels and beach furniture provided along with a cooler box for picnics.

Outside there is a private garden area and a large sun terrace with BBQ, sun loungers and garden furniture.

A totally relaxing holiday and an opportunity to enjoy the sensational sunsets in the Marais.

Linen and towels provided.

Welcome pack and local wine on arrival.

e-mail: info@chezalmara.com
e-mail:gîtealmara@orange.fr