Villa in Sainte-Marie-de-Ré
10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this villa rental
This villa is divided into 2 independent buildings linked with a large canopy: a main house (120m2) with 3 bedrooms and a smaller one with a bedroom and a mezzanine for kids (2 beds). Each one opens onto a dedicated terrace with garden furniture, and you will enjoy the nice closed garden and the gorgeous outdoor private swimming pool (safety-fenced for children). The villa has been comfortably furnished, equipped and decorated in the respect of authentic ile de Ré style.
In the largest house, you will find: large living/dining room (with fireplace) opening onto terraces and swimming pool, game room with table football, fully equipped kitchen, cellar with additional fridge/freezer + washer and dryer, bathroom with WC, another separate WC.
In the small house: living room, washer, little kitchen, shower room with WC.
Each house has DVD and sat.TV, and benefits from free Wi-Fi internet access.
Linen rental is possible. The villa is located in the hamlet 'Les Grenettes', between 'Le Bois-Plage' and 'Sainte Marie' villages, 200m from sea side (South shore of the island) and 500m from a surfing spot.
Optional services are possible at extra cost, with our local Agent (ask us for more details) :
- Household linen rental for bed / bathroom / kitchen (sheets & pillowcases, towels),
- Provision and on-site delivery & retrieval of rental bikes,
- Equipment and accessories for babies,
- Pre-arrival shopping,
- Maid services at any time during stay (cleaning, baby-sitting, cooking, washing/ironing...)
Long term rentals are possible at special reduced rates (from 1 to 6 months, between October and March).
Possibility to rent the main house only (sleeps 6 maximum) with up to 35% rebate on above rates, except in July & August. Ask us for more details.
Arrival : usually on Saturday after 4 pm (flexible).
Departure : usually on Saturday before 10 am (flexible).
An island with many attractive assets: Ré is largely praised as a charming resort, which has succeeded in combining its image of trendy chic island with its natural and historic assets, as well as with some traditional activities which go back to ancient times (up to Antiquity) and steadily continue nowadays, like fishing, oyster farming, salt-marshes, vineyards or market gardening. Rather small in size (about 30km long and 5km wide, with a narrow isthmus of hardly 100m), it offers an outstanding variety of things to see and to do throughout the whole year, on land or sea.
The 85km² of the island, hardly rising a few meters above sea level, are criss-crossed by a well developed network of more than 100km of bicycle tracks, some of them stretching along the coast, or crossing picturesque harbours, woods, marshes with a bird sanctuary. Bike riding is therefore both the most popular transportation means for islanders and tourists, and one of the nicest activities to discover and enjoy the island.
3 Talassotherapy centers on the island.
An appealing resort all year through: With a mild climate all year through due to the ocean proximity, a nice breeze usually blowing during the hottest days, Ré stands as one of the preferred tourist destinations on the French West coast.
Summer is of course the most popular season, to enjoy the sun and bathe in the ocean. However Spring and Fall also offer pleasant and sunny conditions, with much fewer tourists on the seaside (about 100km of shore, mainly beaches) and in the inland villages (10 villages on the island, 16400 permanent islanders in 2009).
Winter provides keen sailors, fishermen, walkers, cyclists and horse riders with unique opportunities to freely enjoy the windy and invigorating fresh air from the ocean, the deserted beaches and inland trails, ... before savouring delicious fish & sea food! :-)
Even the Winter storms offer an impressive and unforgetable show, with this peculiar mix of striking colour contrasts, weird light, strong winds and the wild power of ocean high surf crashing against the shore.
What to do during your stay: All year long, many bird species can be observed on the island (wildlife reserve), and scenic sunsets over the ocean can be admired from the South shore (the beach just 200m away from the villa is a great spot to enjoy gorgeous sunsets!)
In addition to all the activities already mentioned, the island also offers many sightseeing possibilities : several museums (at least 5 in various places), the famous fortifications designed by Vauban, a military architect of king Louis XIV (see especially Saint-Martin citadel, registered as part of UNESCO World Heritage), the abbey 'des Châteliers', the wine growers cooperative (making and selling the famous aperitif 'Pineau des Charentes'), many small art galleries and craft shops, ...
Note that bikes can be rented from all villages, and it is highly recommended to do so, especially during high season, when the extensive use of a car is inadvisable anyway, due to heavy traffic on the roads causing some real congestions at some times & places.
In the largest house, you will find: large living/dining room (with fireplace) opening onto terraces and swimming pool, game room with table football, fully equipped kitchen, cellar with additional fridge/freezer + washer and dryer, bathroom with WC, another separate WC.
In the small house: living room, washer, little kitchen, shower room with WC.
Each house has DVD and sat.TV, and benefits from free Wi-Fi internet access.
Linen rental is possible. The villa is located in the hamlet 'Les Grenettes', between 'Le Bois-Plage' and 'Sainte Marie' villages, 200m from sea side (South shore of the island) and 500m from a surfing spot.
Optional services are possible at extra cost, with our local Agent (ask us for more details) :
- Household linen rental for bed / bathroom / kitchen (sheets & pillowcases, towels),
- Provision and on-site delivery & retrieval of rental bikes,
- Equipment and accessories for babies,
- Pre-arrival shopping,
- Maid services at any time during stay (cleaning, baby-sitting, cooking, washing/ironing...)
Long term rentals are possible at special reduced rates (from 1 to 6 months, between October and March).
Possibility to rent the main house only (sleeps 6 maximum) with up to 35% rebate on above rates, except in July & August. Ask us for more details.
Arrival : usually on Saturday after 4 pm (flexible).
Departure : usually on Saturday before 10 am (flexible).
An island with many attractive assets: Ré is largely praised as a charming resort, which has succeeded in combining its image of trendy chic island with its natural and historic assets, as well as with some traditional activities which go back to ancient times (up to Antiquity) and steadily continue nowadays, like fishing, oyster farming, salt-marshes, vineyards or market gardening. Rather small in size (about 30km long and 5km wide, with a narrow isthmus of hardly 100m), it offers an outstanding variety of things to see and to do throughout the whole year, on land or sea.
The 85km² of the island, hardly rising a few meters above sea level, are criss-crossed by a well developed network of more than 100km of bicycle tracks, some of them stretching along the coast, or crossing picturesque harbours, woods, marshes with a bird sanctuary. Bike riding is therefore both the most popular transportation means for islanders and tourists, and one of the nicest activities to discover and enjoy the island.
3 Talassotherapy centers on the island.
An appealing resort all year through: With a mild climate all year through due to the ocean proximity, a nice breeze usually blowing during the hottest days, Ré stands as one of the preferred tourist destinations on the French West coast.
Summer is of course the most popular season, to enjoy the sun and bathe in the ocean. However Spring and Fall also offer pleasant and sunny conditions, with much fewer tourists on the seaside (about 100km of shore, mainly beaches) and in the inland villages (10 villages on the island, 16400 permanent islanders in 2009).
Winter provides keen sailors, fishermen, walkers, cyclists and horse riders with unique opportunities to freely enjoy the windy and invigorating fresh air from the ocean, the deserted beaches and inland trails, ... before savouring delicious fish & sea food! :-)
Even the Winter storms offer an impressive and unforgetable show, with this peculiar mix of striking colour contrasts, weird light, strong winds and the wild power of ocean high surf crashing against the shore.
What to do during your stay: All year long, many bird species can be observed on the island (wildlife reserve), and scenic sunsets over the ocean can be admired from the South shore (the beach just 200m away from the villa is a great spot to enjoy gorgeous sunsets!)
In addition to all the activities already mentioned, the island also offers many sightseeing possibilities : several museums (at least 5 in various places), the famous fortifications designed by Vauban, a military architect of king Louis XIV (see especially Saint-Martin citadel, registered as part of UNESCO World Heritage), the abbey 'des Châteliers', the wine growers cooperative (making and selling the famous aperitif 'Pineau des Charentes'), many small art galleries and craft shops, ...
Note that bikes can be rented from all villages, and it is highly recommended to do so, especially during high season, when the extensive use of a car is inadvisable anyway, due to heavy traffic on the roads causing some real congestions at some times & places.
Amenities at On the Ile de Ré, charming double Villa comfortably furnished & secure pool
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Sainte-Marie-de-Ré
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsGuests loved the spacious, well-equipped villa with a great location near the beach, quiet neighborhood, and easy access to amenities and activities. A perfect gem for families.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2020
Maison parfaite pour une grande famille (3 generations): lumineuse, confortable et pratique. La grande pièce de vie avec sa cheminée et la salle de jeu compensent en ce temps de Noel le fait de ne pas trop profiter du grand jardin. Un très bon séjour.
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2017
Maison très agréable, bien équipée, idéalement située au calme et à quelques minutes à pied de la plage.
Piscine, jardin, tout y est pour un weekend parfait ; c'était mon deuxième séjour et je continuerai à revenir à cette adresse.
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2017
Magnifique séjour dans cette superbe maison de vacances très bien adaptée aux enfants. La répartition des chambres avec la petite annexe est idéale pour 2 familles ; la piscine est géniale - sécurisée pour les enfants. Petit jardin devant permettant aux enfants de jouer dehors ; baby-foot et coin enfant à l'intérieur très apprécié. Localisation parfaite. Très belles vacances. Recommande fortement cette villa!!
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2017
Our family with two teenagers had a fabulous time in this exquisite, spacious and well-furnished villa located in a quiet residential area close to the beach, forest and facilities of La Noue.
We spent our time exploring the lovely island with its picturesque small villages and the beautiful coast, doing bike tours on bicycle paths (a very safe way to travel through the countryside and along the coastline with its stunning views), walking through fantastic scenery and on long beaches during low tide (the villa is situated directly behind the dunes so that you have a short way to the beach), strolling on typical French markets, buying seasonal food and later cooking in the spacious kitchen. We loved to visit La Rochelle with its shopping malls, only half an hour away by car on the continent.
You do not have to be active the whole time because there are many possibilities to simply relax on different terraces or in the well-tended garden where you can enjoy reading a book.
There is good Wi-Fi, which is accessible in the house.
From the initial contact when I inquired about renting the property to the actual booking, the owners were helpful, always prompt with answering any questions. The villa is accurately portrayed and matched the online description. Our first impression of the villa was very good: the house was clean, well-maintained and functional, equipped with a dishwasher and washing machines.
There is a towel and bed linen service available if you arrive by plane. That was quite helpful for us.
All in all, we can highly recommend this property. It is certainly ideal for one family wanting comfort and space or for a larger family wanting to be close but not too close. A perfect gem!
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Top rated by guests
10Outstanding
(13 Ratings)
Guests loved the spacious, well-equipped villa with a great location near the beach, quiet neighborhood, and easy access to amenities and activities. A perfect gem for families.
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