Birdwatching
The property is situated in a small hamlet, a few steps away from the river Dive within the Natura 2000 wildlife protected zone, perhaps you could catch a glimpse of some of the 15 protected species of birds, including the Little Bustards, Honey Buzzards, Montague’s & Marsh Harriers, Wood Sandpipers, Short beard Owls, Black & Bed Kites, Stone Curlews etc..
Groupe Ornithologique Deux Sèvres
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Painting lessons
Painting by Keith Dunkley
Should you wish to seek inspiration from the beautiful local surroundings and improve your drawing and painting skills, Keith Dunkley, former tutor at Sheridan College, Toronto will be pleased to offer advice and the possibility of informal painting lessons. Keith is fully registered with the Maison des Artistes.
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Si vous désirez vous initier ou reprendre des cours de dessin, d’aquarelle/acrylique, Keith, formé à la Royal Academy de Londres vous propose des cours particuliers. Il a enseigné à l’Université de Toronto et est affilié à la Maison des artistes, (no de siret 400 663 316 000 18), n’hésitez pas à le contacter !..
La Vallée des singes/Monkey Valley
Only 25mns away, is a very nicely designed park where many species of monkeys go around freely, including the gorilla family which is doing very well, Watch them at feeding time to see the whole family!.. This is one of the favourite local attraction.
La Vallée des Singes/Monkey Valley
A seulement 25mns, un beau parc très bien conçu abritant de nombreuses espèces de singes, que l'on peut cotoyer de très près pour certains et observez l' impressionnante famille de gorilles qui prospère, à l'heure des repas.. Une attraction très réussie..
Lezay
Under 5mns away from home, don’t miss the very large and colourful market on Tuesday morning. There are also a few restaurants, bars, shops and a supermarket open even on Sunday morning until 11 45AM..
Melle ,
Under 20mns away is a very nice town with 3 beautiful Romanesque churches, one of which is Unesco listed, an ancient silver mine which you can visit and a lovely walk organised around the town. You will also find plenty of shops, bars, restaurants, supermarkets etc.. Melle
Le Marais Poitevin/The Venise Verte:
Is a large area of marshland forming a maze of picturesque, leafy man made canals, many of which you can now explore, by either hiring a guide or rowing yourselves. You may also hire bicycles.The Marais Poitevin is only 45mns away. Marais Poitevin/Venise Verte
Le Lac Lambon
Situated only 25mns away, you will find attractions for children, canoes,, pedalos, archery etc.. lac lambon
Poitiers
Approx. 45mns away, you will find a very good selection of shops for children and adults (it’s not everywhere you will find a Zara shop in the vestiges of a Romanesque church!..), there is plenty of amazing heritage, from a very rare 4th century baptistère St Jean, the famous Romanesque church Notre Dame la Grande, the Palais des Ducs d’Aquitaine where the famous Alienore lived a while and plenty of bars, cafés, restaurants etc..
The famous Futuroscope park just outside Poitiers is of course a great attraction. Poitiers Futuroscope
La Rochelle
Its wealth acquired through its sea trading is still very evident through its rich heritage, nowadays, the old port medieval towers only guard yachts and the many restaurants and bistros which spread around it and create a great ambiance. It features the largest marina on the Atlantic Coast and plenty of shops in the old town. Don't miss the wonderful aquarium! . The trendy Ile de Ré and its lovely sandy beaches should not be missed either. La Rochelle Ile de Ré
Bougon
Several impressive and rare tumuli which date back 4700years BC, in a big park and a well designed museum which presents exhibitions on related themes and organizes activities for children... Bougon
Le Musée du vitrail et le Site Gallo-Romain de Sanxay
A well conceived little museum (please check their website which is enough to make you want to visit the museum ..) situated approx. 30mns away, in Curzay-sur-Vonne, you could then continue your trip to visit the impressive Gallo Roman site in Sanxay. Musée du vitrail Site Gallo romain de Sanxay
Chauvigny
Another medieval city worth a visit, we certainly enjoyed watching the display of the Géants du Ciel!
Under 5mns away from home, don’t miss the very large and colourful market on Tuesday morning. There are also a few restaurants, bars, shops and a supermarket open even on Sunday morning until 11 45AM..
Melle ,
Under 20mns away is a very nice town with 3 beautiful Romanesque churches, one of which is Unesco listed, an ancient silver mine which you can visit and a lovely walk organised around the town. You will also find plenty of shops, bars, restaurants, supermarkets etc.. Melle
Le Marais Poitevin/The Venise Verte:
Is a large area of marshland forming a maze of picturesque, leafy man made canals, many of which you can now explore, by either hiring a guide or rowing yourselves. You may also hire bicycles.The Marais Poitevin is only 45mns away. Marais Poitevin/Venise Verte
Le Lac Lambon
Situated only 25mns away, you will find attractions for children, canoes,, pedalos, archery etc.. lac lambon
Poitiers
Approx. 45mns away, you will find a very good selection of shops for children and adults (it’s not everywhere you will find a Zara shop in the vestiges of a Romanesque church!..), there is plenty of amazing heritage, from a very rare 4th century baptistère St Jean, the famous Romanesque church Notre Dame la Grande, the Palais des Ducs d’Aquitaine where the famous Alienore lived a while and plenty of bars, cafés, restaurants etc..
The famous Futuroscope park just outside Poitiers is of course a great attraction. Poitiers Futuroscope
La Rochelle
Its wealth acquired through its sea trading is still very evident through its rich heritage, nowadays, the old port medieval towers only guard yachts and the many restaurants and bistros which spread around it and create a great ambiance. It features the largest marina on the Atlantic Coast and plenty of shops in the old town. Don't miss the wonderful aquarium! . The trendy Ile de Ré and its lovely sandy beaches should not be missed either. La Rochelle Ile de Ré
Bougon
Several impressive and rare tumuli which date back 4700years BC, in a big park and a well designed museum which presents exhibitions on related themes and organizes activities for children... Bougon
Le Musée du vitrail et le Site Gallo-Romain de Sanxay
A well conceived little museum (please check their website which is enough to make you want to visit the museum ..) situated approx. 30mns away, in Curzay-sur-Vonne, you could then continue your trip to visit the impressive Gallo Roman site in Sanxay. Musée du vitrail Site Gallo romain de Sanxay
Chauvigny
Another medieval city worth a visit, we certainly enjoyed watching the display of the Géants du Ciel!
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