Maison Aures
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Overview
Located just to the east of the Lilleau des Niges nature reserve, you will reach this charming and traditional-styled four-bedroomed villa along the pretty, tree-lined streets near Portes en Ré. Perfect for families with guests of all ages, the single-storey Maison Aures features a fenced and heated pool, and is the ideal base from which to explore the wonderful Ile de Ré.
Your open-plan living space is bright and airy, with a vaulted ceiling typical of the local homes. A sofa, desk and chairs sit just alongside a set of patio doors, which bring in plenty of natural light during the day. Enjoy dinner together at the farmhouse-style dining table, with easy and relaxed service from the kitchen. There’s an additional cosy television lounge with a DVD player too, perfect for keeping the kids occupied while you prepare a delicious meal.
Tastefully appointed, with homey wooden furniture and a nautical theme to the décor throughout, this authentic, single-storey villa has three bathrooms, and is ideal for guests with limited mobility. The stone walls and floor tiles help to keep the villa cool in summer, with heating available in the bedrooms if you require.
The master bedroom features a double bed, a wall-mounted television, a private bathroom with bathtub and portes-fenêtres that open to the garden. Your guests can choose from another double room, a twin room, and a children’s room with a bunk bed. The villa has three bathrooms in total, as well as a laundry room with a washer and dryer.
A lounge area awaits just outside the indoor living area, with plenty of comfortable seating for all the family – perfect for winding down with a barbecue and drinks after a day at the coast. The heated swimming pool features submerged steps, with sun loungers at the water’s edge and an outside shower. The pool is fenced, giving added peace of mind for those visiting with small children.
Head north into the picturesque village of Portes en Ré, where you’ll find fabulous bakeries, supermarkets and a terrific artisanal market each summer morning, with no shortage of restaurants serving exquisite local cuisine – including the seafood that’s helped make this island so famous among gourmets.
The Trousse-Chemise golf course is very close by, where the Atlantic breeze adds an extra, challenging element to a predominantly flat but pleasant round.
You’ll only be short strolls, drives or cycle rides from stunning coastlines, beautiful walks in woodlands and around pretty villages, on a varied and magical island that the French love to visit for holidays.
What you should know…
- If you want to get around by bike, all types of cycles are available to hire in Portes-en-Ré, including E-Bikes.
- Please note that published rates are only valid for the current year. Any bookings for subsequent years will be on request only and correct rates will be confirmed at the time of booking.
- Please note that your booking will only be confirmed once we have checked availability with the owner or their property manager.
Property Features
Villa Interiors (160m2)
Ground Floor
- Open plan living-dining room with sofa, fireplace and dining table
- Open plan kitchen with oven, hob, dishwasher, microwave, fridge-freezer, toaster, kettle, coffee maker
- Lounge with sofa and television
- Bedroom with double bed (160cm), private bathroom outside room with bathtub, shower and separate WC
- Bedroom with double bed (140cm), bathroom outside room with shower
- Bedroom with two single beds (90cm)
- Children’s bedroom with bunk bed (90cm)
- Bathroom with shower
- WC
- Laundry room
Outside Grounds (500m2)
- Heated swimming pool (10 x 5m) with safety fencing. Open approximately May to September
- Sun loungers at poolside
- Outside shower
- Barbecue
- Dining area
- Lounge chairs and deck chairs
- Garden
- Private parking for three cars
Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Heating in bedrooms
- TV and DVD player
- Music speaker
- Hairdryer
- Washing machine
- Tumble dryer
- Vacuum cleaner
- Iron with board
Location
About the surrounding area of Maison AuresYou’ll find everything required for your stay and much more in the stores of Portes-en-Ré (2km), with superb bakeries, markets and a fabulous seafood market, as well as some of the best restaurants on the island. There are fishing excursions available here and around the island, as well as motorboat trips that give you a feel for the Atlantic waves!
A beautiful and wild stretch of the coastline awaits within a 300m walk where there are some amazing beach walks at low tide. Maison Aures is also just a five-minute drive or cycle ride from Plage de la Patache, one of the many other terrific beaches nearby, all with unique characteristics. Here, you’ll enjoy more ocean-view walks – with glorious sunsets – with the chance to sample the local seafood at a fabulous oyster shack.
The island’s picturesque ‘capital’ of Saint Martin de Ré is just over twenty kilometres away, and is a real treat for those looking for an afternoon shopping. Ile de Ré is known as the ‘Hamptons of France’, so you’ll not be surprised to find high-end boutiques, along with refined cafés and Michelin-starred restaurants. There are plenty of more moderately-priced clothing and souvenir shops though, so don’t worry if you aren’t planning to break the bank! Keep an eye out for the donkeys in trousers – yes, really!
If you fancy a day off the island, the delightful harbour town of La Rochelle is an hour away by car, including the three kilometre journey over the bridge that joins Ile de Ré to the French mainland. The busy harbour features innumerable photo opportunities, along with terrific fish restaurants and artists’ market stalls. Head into the ‘old town’ to find superbly preserved buildings with centuries of history attached, many of these now housing tempting boutiques. The famous La Rochelle towers are a must-see, and you won’t want to return to Maison Aures empty-handed after a visit to the famous market hall.
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Airport |
La Rochelle Airport
(43km) |
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| Nearest Train Station |
La Rochelle
(54km) |
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| Nearest Ferry Port |
St Malo
(363km) |
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| Nearest Village |
Les Portes-en-Ré
(2km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Les Portes-en-Ré
(2km) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Vast sandy beach
(Within 300m) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Carrefour Contact
(2km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Golf de Trousse Chemise
(Within 750m) |
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| Nearest Town |
Saint-Martin-de-Ré
(21km) |
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Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesThis family villa has a twin room, along with a bunk bed room, so you might have to toss a coin to decide who occupies the top bunk! There’s a television lounge with DVD player and music speaker – along with Wi-Fi throughout the villa - adjacent to the main living area, giving kids a great spot to relax.
The fenced, heated swimming pool provides hours of fun for guests of all ages, with sun loungers at the poolside so you can keep an eye on younger swimmers.
Just four kilometres away, Ré Surf at la Plage du Petit Bec offers a range of activities for younger visitors, from bodysurfing, bodyboarding and longboarding lessons, to an exciting motorboat ride.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Beach Nearby
- Walk to Beach
- <1hr to Airport
- Watersports
- Tennis Nearby
- Cycling
- Horse Riding
- Fishing
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
- Historical Sites
Onsite Facilities
- Child-Safe Pool
- Heated Pool
- DVD
Extras
At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport transfers
Extras available at this property (payable locally):
- Extra cleaning
- Extra sheets and towels
Please note that all services are subject to availability and must be requested in advance and that due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. Prices are on request. We will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
| Security deposit | €1500 charged to clients credit card by the owner as a pre-authorisation upon arrival and refunded 2 weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 5.00 p.m. |
| Departure time | 9.00 a.m. |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €1500 charged to clients credit card by the owner as a pre-authorisation upon arrival and refunded 2 weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 5.00 p.m. |
| Departure time | 9.00 a.m. |
| Energy costs included? | Yes (excluding electricity from October to April, which is subject to an extra charge, payable locally.). |
| Linen & towels included? | Bed and household linens can be hired on site for an extra cost of €35 per person. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Extra €230.00, payable to Oliver’s Travels at the time of balance payment. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or garbage disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. |
| Tax | French Visitors Tax payable to Oliver's Travels at the time of balance payment (typically costs €1-€10 per adult per night- please enquire if exact amount is required). |
| Pool opening dates? | The pool is open approximately May to September. Please note that pool opening dates are subject to local weather conditions and pool maintenance requirements and that cooler months may not be suitable for swimming. |
| Pool heating charge? | Included. Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures. |
| Changeover day | Saturday only in April, most of July, August, September, part of October. Tuesday over Xmas/NY. Flexible during all other periods. |
| Minimum stay | 14 nights from mid-July to mid-August. 7 nights during all other periods. |
| Smoking Allowed? | Outside only. |
| Pets welcome? | Not allowed. |
| Insurance | Guests are required to be in possession of a valid insurance policy, which covers them for cancellations, personal belongings, personal liability and any accidental damage caused during their stay. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Events are on request only and subject to prior arrangement with the owner and additional charges. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Please note that your booking will only be confirmed once we have checked availability with the owner or their property manager. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Please note that published rates are only valid for the current year. Any bookings for subsequent years will be on request only and correct rates will be confirmed at the time of booking. |
| Other Ts and Cs | There should be no noise or loud music after 10.00 p.m. |
| Insurance | Guests are required to be in possession of a valid insurance policy, which covers them for cancellations, loss of personal belongings, personal liability and any accidental damage caused during their stay. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 8 people:
| Rental period | Weekly |
|---|---|
| May 4th 2024 - Jun 29th 2024 | £3,205 |
| Jun 29th 2024 - Jul 6th 2024 | £4,126 |
| Jul 6th 2024 - Jul 13th 2024 | £5,040 |
| Jul 13th 2024 - Aug 17th 2024 | £5,040 |
| Aug 17th 2024 - Aug 24th 2024 | £5,040 |
| Aug 24th 2024 - Aug 31st 2024 | £4,126 |
| Aug 31st 2024 - Sep 28th 2024 | £3,205 |
| Sep 28th 2024 - Oct 19th 2024 | £2,748 |
| Oct 19th 2024 - Nov 2nd 2024 | £2,748 |
| Nov 2nd 2024 - Dec 21st 2024 | £2,292 |
| Dec 21st 2024 - Nov 5th 2025 | £2,748 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
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