Amenities
We’ve tried to think of everything you might need for a relaxed and comfortable stay, whether you’re here to unwind or work, cook together or enjoy long days outdoors.
Comfort & Essentials
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Fresh cotton bed linen and towels for use in the house (For the beach, we kindly ask guests to bring their own towels)
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Soap, toilet paper, and everyday essentials to get started are provided
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Central heating and a cosy wood-burning stove for cooler evenings
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Room-darkening blinds in the bedrooms
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Plenty of wardrobe and hanging space in the three bedrooms
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Hairdryer, iron, and clothes drying rack
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Washing machine and dryer
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Baby gear can be provided on request (travel cot, high chair, bath, changing mat, potty)
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The cleaning fee at the end of your stay is included in the total price quoted
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Smoke and Carbon monoxide alarm installed
Fully equipped kitchen
The kitchen is set up for real cooking and entertaining, not just the basics:
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Oven, stove, microwave, two large fridges and freezers, and dishwasher
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Pots, pans, baking trays, and all cooking essentials (oil, salt & pepper, herbs & spices)
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Dishes, cutlery, wine glasses, and servingware
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Nespresso coffee machine, stovetop moka pot, kettle, toaster, and blender
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Large dining table for shared meals (Seats 8 at the table, with space to add a ninth place setting when required)
Outdoor living
Enjoy island life outdoors:
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Private, fully walled garden
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Patio with outdoor seating, perfect for evening apéritifs
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Covered terrace dining area
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Plancha grill with utensils
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Sun loungers for lazy afternoons
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Outdoor shower (perfect after the beach or pool)
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Private heated swimming pool (generally available from May to September, depending on weather conditions).
Fun & relaxation
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TV and Wi-Fi
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Ping-pong table
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A selection of board games for family evenings
Location & access
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Private entrance: The house sits within a fully enclosed walled garden, accessed through a private garden gate.
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Parking: Once you arrive, you can happily forget about the car. There is space to park two cars directly in front of the villa, with additional parking available further down the street if needed.
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EV charging point available on the property. It's a reinforced Green’Up socket (3.2 kW) with standard plug, suitable for overnight EV charging. This is not a fast wallbox. Please bring your own charging cable (household 2-pin plug to your vehicle plug). An extension lead is available.
Little extras
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Our local concierge will welcome you personally on arrival and is available throughout your stay should you have any questions
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Luggage drop-off possible if you arrive early or leave later
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An early check-in or late check-out can be arranged in low to mid season, availability permitting, for an additional fee
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We can also provide personalised recommendations for special services to ensure your stay is hassle-free and memorable. Just let us know what you need.
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After booking, a PDF guide book for the house and surrounding area will be shared with you
Local Services
Bike rental
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Advance booking is recommended during high season. There are several excellent bike-rental options in Le Bois-Plage-en-Ré. We particularly recommend Cycland at 8 Impasse des Rosiers, 17580 Le Bois-Plage-en-Ré.
Website: cycland.fr/en
A 10% discount is currently available on bookings starting before 15 July with the code '50ANS'.
Market
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The island’s most beautiful market, located in Le Bois-Plage-en-Ré is open daily from 8.30 am to 1 pm between 1 April and 1 November, and on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays outside this period — daily again during school holidays. The covered market (Les Halles) is open year-round.
House Guidelines
We appreciate your respect for our home
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Check in from 4pm, Check out by 10am.
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Maximum of 9 guests, including children.
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Rubbish must be emptied from the house and placed in the designated bins in the garden.
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Dishes should be washed, put away, and all appliances left clean.
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Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the villa. A fixed fee of €500 will be charged in the event of non-compliance.
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Parties are not permitted.
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Quiet hours: 10.30 pm to 8.00 am — to ensure a peaceful environment for everyone and to respect our neighbours.
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Pets are not permitted in the house or garden.
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The towels provided are for use in the villa and at the pool. Please bring your own beach towels.
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The pool is fitted with a cover secured by two hooks. The cover must be closed and securely fastened overnight and during cooler or unsettled weather, as this is essential to retain heat and maintain water quality. Please note that the pool area is not gated. For guests travelling with infants or children who are not confident swimmers, close supervision in the garden is essential. The pool cover is not designed to bear weight and must not be walked on.
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Check-out: by 10.00 am. Late check-out may be arranged at time of booking, subject to availability. (A €30 surcharge applies for late departures when pre-arranged at the time of booking, plus €30 per additional hour).
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Excessively stained linen may incur the following replacement charges: fitted sheet €10 (single) / €15 (double); duvet cover €30; pillowcase €7; small towel €7; bath towel €15.
Thank you for taking care of the house!