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Characterful village property in the heart of Green Venice, Western France

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A rustic building with blue shutters, a wooden door, and a garden area with climbing plants and flowers.
A kitchen with dark cabinets, a tiled backsplash, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee table.
A garden with a wooden deck, potted plants, and a blue door.
A narrow stone pathway leading to a rustic building with blue shutters and a vine-covered wall.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Arçais, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
  • Place, Marais Poitevin Regional Nature Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, House of the Marais Poitevin
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Vieux Port
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Arcais

Located in Arcais, this holiday home is in a rural area. Marais Poitevin Regional Nature Park and Reserve Biologique Departementale de Nalliers reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include L'Abbaye Saint-Vincent and Luka Land. Travelling with kids? Consider Parc de Pierre Brune, or check out an event or a game at Rene Gaillard Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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Arçais, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

  • Marais Poitevin Regional Nature Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • House of the Marais Poitevin - 18 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Vieux Port - 55 min drive - 55.1 km
  • La Rochelle Hotel de Ville - 55 min drive - 55.1 km
  • Ile de Re Bridge - 59 min drive - 63.2 km

Getting around

  • Epannes Station - 14 min drive
  • La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurant La Pigouille / Coulon - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Café de L'escale - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪La Récré - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Le Trou Vendéen - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Le Central - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Characterful village property in the heart of Green Venice, Western France pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Characterful village property in the heart of Green Venice, Western France?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Characterful village property in the heart of Green Venice, Western France?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Characterful village property in the heart of Green Venice, Western France?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Characterful village property in the heart of Green Venice, Western France located?

This family-friendly Arcais holiday home is located in a rural location, steps from Marais Poitevin Regional Nature Park and within 9 mi (15 km) of House of the Marais Poitevin and Maillezais Cathedral. L'Abbaye Saint-Vincent and Church of Notre-Dame are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Lovely location, friendly and helpful hosts, well equipped property with character.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful retreat

A cosy, well equipped property on the periphery of a charming village. The owner Linda is friendly and helpful. The region of the Marais Poitevin is beautiful and this property sits 50m from the local canal that itself joins the Sèvre Niortaise.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Late summer visit to Arcais

This is a very spacious, comfortable and well equipped house. It's a few minutes walk from the centre of the village so easy to reach the shops and restaurants within a few minutes. It's also great for dogs with a big enclosed, private garden, and there's also with a table for eating out in warm weather. Linda is the perfect host - friendly, welcoming and full of local information. I would highly recommend a stay in this gite.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great home in the Marais poitevin

We had a great week staying in this house. It is steps from town and the port of Arçais, and convenient to all the other little towns in the area. The house was very comfortable, with a nice back yard and outdoor table, where we spent a lot of time. The kitchen was really well equipped (sharp knives, even!). And we enjoyed the artwork and books, which made the house even more interesting. This is a great place to relax, and to enjoy the Venise Vert.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Many thanks for your kind review and so glad to hear you enjoyed the house and the surrounding area. Just sorry we did not get a chance to meet! Maybe another time!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy and comfortable

We loved the house. Quiet neighbourhood. However, the garden was not completely closed for our dog, as stated in the advertisement. According to the very friendly owner, this will be fixed in the near future.We had a beautifull trip with the boat, belonging to the house. And we could easily charge our electric car, many thanks.Recommendable!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Glorious Fortnight in heart of Rural France

Linda and Mike were perfect hosts, greeting with wine and flowers, giving friendly advice, always there when needed but always discreet too. They are true nature lovers and the house is absolutely brimming with information about what to see and do locally, They have two boats and four bikes, and the opportunities for walking and boating are second to none. The area is a haven of peace and the district of La Garenne is a historic part of Arcais village that gives direct mooring access to the 'bief',or canal, where Linda and Mike have private mooring rights. Three restaurants in walking distance, but for those intent on going further afield, there are La Rochelle and the Ile de Ré within easy access. What food, what wine, what bliss!!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Many thanks Graham and Sandie for your kind and enthusiastic review. We do believe the Marais Poitevin is rather a special place so we are always pleased to host folks who enjoy their stay and appreciate the setting. Maybe we will see you again sometime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Très bien
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nous avons adoré notre séjour. La maison était identique à la description, très propre et nous nous sommes vite sentis comme chez nous. Elle est très bien équipée et le jardin est très agréable. Nous avons beaucoup apprécié avoir une barque pour nous, ce qui nous a permis de faire plusieurs balades. Le contact avec Linda a été très facile, elle est réactive et prête à aider et elle nous a accueilli chaleureusement.Nous reviendrons avec plaisir dans cette location. Merci Linda
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Linda est une hôte à l écoute et adorable, sa maison est très agréable, bien située pour les balades en barques ...nous nous sommes régalés ! Merci encore pour l accueil, à bientôt, Sophie
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un lieu très agréable, esprit maison de famille. On se sent vite chez soi et tout est pensé pour que l’arrivée soit simple. Petites attentions appréciables.A savoir pour les animaux, le jardin n’est pas fermé.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Très bon sejour

Nous avons passés un excellent séjour dans la maison. Très bon accueil. Région reposante. Balade en barque top. Merci à Linda. On recommande !
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent séjour à Arçais

Nous avons passé un excellent séjour à Arçais, dans une charmante maison. L’accueil de Linda est top, et nous avons particulièrement apprécié le jardin paysagé et la barque pour nous promener sur le marais poitevin.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Séjour agréable

La barque est un plus dans les marais, le village est lui aussi agréable et ne manque pas de balades à pied ou à vélo. Je recommande.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Une maison très agréable dans un magnifique environnement

Nous avons passé une très belle semaine. Linda, la propriétaire, est très accueillante, la maison et son jardin est très chaleureuse et il y a tellement d'activités à faire dans les environs. Tout le monde était ravi. Merci.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov, 2021
Merci Audrey , c'était un plaisir de vous accueillir. Bonne continuation a vous et votre famille.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maison accueillante

L'accueil est chaleureux et le fait de mettre à disposition des vélos, une barque et un canoé est une très bonne idée pour découvrir la région.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful

Charmante maison avec toutes commodités et un vrai plus pour la barque et le canoé.... un havre de tranquillité et un véritable vie de village. Merci et au plaisir de vous recroiser... Famille C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bucolique et très agréable

Très jolie maison dans un village calme et typique au cœur du marais.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Sérénité

Très grand calme avec maison et jardin accueillants. Le prêt de la barque et des vélos est un plus pour ce séjour bucolique.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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Maison atypique au cœur des marais

Super séjour . Hôte charmante et bienveillante. Cadre idyllique. Un havre de paix en famille merci
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Calme et zenitude

Tres belle expérience. Beaucoup de calme et tous les services à proximité. Pour ceux qui aime la nature simple.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Séjour idyllique dans le vert marais

Tres beau séjour dans une région magnifique. La maison est parfaite pour les amateurs de nature et de calme ! La mise à disposition de la barque donne un vrai sentiment de luxe pour profiter du marais à son rythme. Et que dire des "wonderful" hôtes, Linda et Mike. Ils ont été très accueillants et aux petits soins. Location et propriétaires dogs friendly (notamment les golden retrievers). Merci encore de votre accueil !
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super séjour chez Linda

Très bon séjour chez Linda. Le logement est très cosy, tout comme le jardin. L'accueil de Linda est très chaleureux ! Nous avons bien profité des vélos et de la barque, qui sont un véritable plus. Nous reviendrons sans hésitation dans ce petit coin de paradis.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun, 2020
Merci de vos mots gentils. Vous serez toujours les bienvenues.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Spot pour partir à la découverte du marais poitevin

Accueil chaleureux de la part de Linda. Maison traditionnelle poitevine bien tenue et au calme. Belle situation dans le marais. Chemins pédestres, Vélos et bateau disponibles pour partir à la découverte du marais.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2ème séjour .....Que du bonheur et beaucoup de gentilesse

Un accueil souriant et des fleurs partout pour nous accueillir !! . Me Eaton chouchoute ses hôtes avec naturel . La maison a une âme . On se sent vite chez soi. Les soirées au coin du feu ... que du bonheur!!! sans oublier les balades en barque au coeur du marais poitevin. La barque est à 10 m de la maison au coeur du village. Les vélos pour faire de jolies escapades. Merci ! La maison est plus que confortable et l'équipement est 5 étoiles surtout dans la cuisine où il y a tout le nécessaire pour vraiment cuisiner. Merci pour ce séjour si chaleureux. A bientôt . François D
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellentes vacances

Nous sommes enchantés par notre semaine passée chez Linda et Mike qui sont des hôtes adorables et toujours disponibles (encore merci pour le dog sitting de Joey !). La maison correspond en tout point à la description, parfaitement équipée et très agréable, ainsi que le jardin. Bref, de parfaites conditions pour découvrir le merveilleux marais Poitevin (avec barque et vélos inclus) et ses environs (La Rochelle, l'île de Ré...). Merci encore à nos hôtes avec qui nous avons notamment passé de très bons moments. Nous vous recommandons cette excellente adresse ;-) Famille Pires
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Merci famille Pires de votre appréciation très aimable. C'était un grand plaisir de vous accueillir. Peut-être à une autre fois.
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