A former 19th century school converted into a guest house and gîtes with a garden, in a village in the Vendée department, near Les Herbiers and the Pu
A former 19th century school converted into a guest house and gîtes with a garden, in a village in the Vendée department, near Les Herbiers and the Puy-du-Fou.
The property is set in a lively village near Les Herbiers, with shops, services and schools, from primary to secondary level in the Pays de la Loire region, in the Vendée department. Nearby access to the A87 motorway means you can easily reach Paris, Nantes and the Atlantic coast. Equidistant from Cholet and La Roche-sur-Yon and their respective railway stations, the town is also 65 km from Nantes international airport. The proximity of the Puy-du-Fou, a major tourist attraction, brings the region constant dynamism throughout much of the year. The department is also home to a large number of head offices, attracting many businesses.
Built in the mid-19th century, the property is a former school that underwent extensive renovation some 20 years ago. The entrance gate, topped by a finely worked pediment, marks the entrance to the property. The main building is two storeys high and has a tiled roof. The dwelling is extended by two wings that form a square courtyard. Its gables include a courtyard on one side and an additional wing for the private part of the residence on the other. There are a terrace and garden with a heated swimming pool in front of the north-east façade. A second terrace and a covered area ideal for children complete the outdoor spaces. An independent flat, separate from the guest areas, has three bedrooms and a large living room.
The guest house
The ground floor
The ground floor is accessed via a large, light-filled hall, which leads to a wooden quarter-turn staircase. On one side there is the entrance to the private part of the house; on the other there is a reception room reserved for guests. An adjoining dining room opens onto a fully fitted and equipped kitchen. A terrace overlooks the garden and swimming pool. From the kitchen, a passageway leads to a courtyard. A technical room houses professional washing, drying and ironing equipment which is all in excellent condition.
The first floor
The staircase leads to the centre of the first floor. Here, a former chapel has been transformed into a lounge/library, lit by three stained-glass windows. A long corridor leads to four guest rooms on either side, set up in the nuns' former bedrooms and accommodating two and five people. The first bedroom - for three people - overlooks the main courtyard. It has a study area and a bathroom with bath, washbasin and toilet. The second bedroom, designed for two guests, has a similar layout and is en suite with a walk-in shower, washbasin and toilet. The third bedroom, a family room, can accommodate up to five people. It comprises two sleeping areas, a study area and a shower room with a walk-in shower, two washbasins and separate toilet. Situated to the west of the house, it overlooks the swimming pool, terrace and garden. The fourth bedroom, which sleeps four, has a similar layout to the family room. Access to the attic is possible from the corridor. The floors are parquet, while the paint and woodwork in all the rooms are in perfect condition. The rooms and public areas are furnished, equipped and decorated. Bed linen and towels are also provided in the guest house. The gîtesThe complex also includes four gîtes, which can accommodate from two to five people and offer a completely independent stay. Each includes a kitchen, dining area, living room, one or two bedrooms and a private outdoor area with garden furniture. The decor, carried out by a professional, provides each accommodation with a carefully crafted identity. The first gîte, has a surface area of 35 m² and sleeps two. It has a jacuzzi in the bedroom and a giant screen. The second, designed ...
