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- [Ground Control …](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/ground-control/) - It was more than a little appropriate that on the 10th anniversary of the passing of the incomparable David Bowie that we found ourselves at Major Tom, the recently refurbished and relaunched cafe, bistrot and salon de The in the nearby village La Chapelle aux Lys. We had heard good things about Major Tom and
- [Baby, it’s not so cold outside](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/baby-its-not-so-cold-outside/) - Or so we told ourselves as we set off on my second training walk for the Camino Francés. Not quite the Sèvre Way in Niort as originally planned that pleasure is postponed until Saturday, along with a wander around the market. Our route took us into Le Busseau, where we joined the local community to celebrate
- [First Steps of the Year](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/first-steps-of-the-year/) - The first day of the new year began exactly as I’d hoped — with a Camino training walk. Just under 9 kilometres, enough to wake the body without asking too much of it. The cold bit hard at the start, that sharp winter chill that makes you question your timing, but before long my rhythm
- [Walking the Camino, not to arrive but to return](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/walking-the-camino-not-to-arrive-but-to-return/) - This May, I return to the Camino Francés, stepping once again onto the Way of St James, but with a gentler rhythm. Shorter days, quieter paths, and variant routes will guide me this time, inviting a deeper presence with each footfall. I’ve already gathered the photographs from my 2023 walk; now I’m free to simply
- [We believe in Mermaids](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/we-believe-in-mermaids/) - This picture has pride of place in our kitchen. It was created for us by Noe and Ona who stayed with us recently. It is our first ever thank you picture and really made our day to think that our little guests would take the time to make this lovely picture during their holiday. As
- [parroted.lift.otters](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/parroted-lift-otters/) - No we haven’t lost the plot, if you use What Three Words these 3 will bring you to our door, easy. If you haven’t heard of this App check them out at https://what3words They have divided the entire Globe in to a grid of 3 by 3 metres, every unique square can be located using
- [Memories from la Plage](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/memories-from-la-plage/)
- [Explore the Mervent Forest](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/explore-the-mervent-forest/) - We found this article recently extolling the virtues of the Mervent Forest in the autumn. The forest is a beautiful place to visit and it is just 15 minutes drive from our Gite. What we hadn’t appreciated is that it has 200km of tracks to follow, fantastic for those who enjoy a good walk or
- [Mervent Forest in the Autumn](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/mervent-forest-in-the-autumn/) - We found this article about the forest of Mervent recently and it really struck a chord with us. The forest is a fantastic place to visit and the article. The forest is a beautiful place to visit at any time of the year, a stroll amongst the trees in the summer can be a good
- [Only 10?](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/only-10/) - France Today recently published an article entitled 10 reasons to visit the Vendee, maybe they were working to a deadline. It’s a great article to read but we can think of a lot more reasons to come visit the Vendee. Our Gite provides a great base from which to go and explore this beautiful department
- [Play Total WipeOut](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/play-total-wipeout/) - We love Parc de Pierre Brune, conveniently located less than 25 minutes drive from our Gite. There is plenty to do for kids of all ages and it makes for a great value day out for all the family. The Parc is very French and has a delightful slightly yesteryear feel to it which makes
- [Deux Sevres Office de Tourisme Guides](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/deux-sevres-office-de-tourisme-guides/) - Our departments Tourism Office does a wonderful job in promoting the region. Every year they produce a fabulous full colour guide called Escapades which provides suggestions for places to visit and events that are planned to occur in the department during the year. In addition to the Escapades guide they also produce a guide to
- [Getting Social](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/getting-social/) - We now have joined up Facebook and Instragram accounts, yippee - we will be updating stories on these social platforms on a regular basis. If you don't already follow us on social media please take the time to follow us in future. If you could share with friends and family that would be even better
- [New Year New Listing](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/new-year-new-listing/) - A very Happy 2026 to you. We hope your year ahead is both healthy and happy. We are looking forward to another year of playing host here at la Menantelierre to guests from across the world. We have been running our Gite now for 14 years and have seen a lot of change during that
- [SVT do it again](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/svt-do-it-again/) - Sud Vendée Tourism do a great job of promoting the region, their latest example can be viewed using this link. You don’t have to rely upon Sud Vendée Tourism or ourselves, here is Lonely Planet's view of the attractions of the Poitou-Charentes region.
- [Sud Vendee Tourism take our lead](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/sud-vendee-tourism-take-our-lead/) - Sud Vendee Tourism do a great job in promoting the attractions of the region with flair and imagination. Imagine our surprise when their latest promotion featured a guided walk around Vouvant, we have no idea where they got that idea from! Have they by chance been looking at our suggested itineraries including our one for
- [Save with this Liber-T tag promotion](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/liber-t-tag-promotion/) - We love our tags for the autoroutes, cruising through the tolls without the stress and hassle of having to find your ticket and then pay using cash or a card is a simple pleasure. More than once in the past we have been caught out by certain UK cards not being accepted at the toll
- [10/10 - We’re making a habit of this](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/10-10-were-making-a-habit-of-this/) - Back at the end of May we had written off 2020 due to the Coronavirus pandemic, Europe was in lockdown mode and no one was booking a holiday. That all changed in June and in a short space of time we went from no bookings to being booked for the whole season. We appreciate that
- [Flying the Nest](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/flying-the-nest/) - A quite magical moment. Every year we have swallows nest above our front door, our visitors from North Africa. It is always a sign that summer is on the way when they arrive. They typically they have two separate clutches each year. The noise from the nest as the parents swoop in with beaks full
- [Hello Spaceboy](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/hello-spaceboy/) - David Bowie’s Glastonbury 2000 performance was recently broadcast in it’s entirety for the first time on the BBC. One of the songs included in his set was a lesser known song but one that neatly reprises one of his earliest hits, space oddity. The song in question was “hello spaceboy” and it is an appropriate
- [Post lockdown dining out](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/post-lockdown-dining-out/) - We had our first meal out since the Covid19 lockdown was imposed at le Lion D’Or just down the road from us at la Ménantelière in St Hilaire de Voust. Our meal was great value and of the usual high quality and enlivened as always by Patricia and her staff. We recommend their Moules Frites
- [Mervent Forest](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/mervent-forest/) - Sud Vendée tourism are extolling the attractions of the forest of Mervent in their latest Faceboook post. We wholeheartedly agree with them, it is a wonderful place to wander.
- [Top Holiday Destination](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/top-holiday-destination/) - Lonely Planet's Best in Travel has listed Poitou-Charentes as one of the Top Ten Regions of the world to visit: "What makes Poitou-Charentes so different from the rest of France is that it encapsulates the best of France in one small, easily digestible region. Put simply, Poitou-Charentes combines all the best clichés of the French
- [What three Words](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/what-three-words/) - Have you heard of the what 3 words app? The globe has been divided into a grid of 3 by 3 metre squares and every square can be identified by a unique combination of three words. So if you are ever stuck trying to explain to someone exactly where you are you can use just
- [In the Vendee - a great blog with fab photos](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/in-the-vendee-a-great-blog-with-fab-photos/) - We just found the in the vendee website and blog and love the content provided by Brenda and Price, apart from the great ideas for itineraries and places to visit there are some great photos showcasing the attractions of the region.

## Pages

- [Happy Holidays Happen Here](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/) - The ideal choice for your self catering French summer holiday. A well equipped 2 bed Gite for up to 4 people with pool, situated in a quiet and secluded hamlet.
- [Gite Pricing](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/monpetitcoeur-home-page/gite-pricing-2024/) - Our pricing for the 2026 holiday season is as follows. Start date 26 April 2026, End date 23 May 2026 Changeover day: Saturday, Minimum stay (nights): 3 nights Start date 24 May 2026, End date 13 Jun 2026 Changeover day: Saturday, Minimum stay (nights): 3 nights Start date 15 Jun 2024, End date 14 Sept
- [Testimonials](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/testimonials/) - Self praise is no recommendation so we have collected the following from guests who have stayed at la Menantelierre, they are all happy to confirm their experience of their stay if you want to ask them. We also invite our guests to post their comments and photos on our facebook page and also to leave a review
- [Experience Luxury and Serenity in the French Countryside](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/monpetitcoeur-home-page/pcd-html/) - Escape the hustle and bustle and retreat to our charming, fully equipped holiday home nestled in the heart of France. Whether you're seeking relaxation by the private pool or adventure in nearby villages, our spacious gîte provides the perfect balance of comfort and tranquility. Enjoy stunning views from the elevated deck and all the modern
- [Photo Gallery](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/photo-gallery/) - A common observation from our Guests is that the Gite is even better than the photos suggest, even so here are some photos. You can see more photos of the views on our Panoramique page and pictures of the garden, where you are free to roam and to help yourself to fresh produce from the
- [Travel by Train](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/location/travel-by-train/) - Take the train to either Poitiers or Niort from either Paris, Gare Montparnasse or preferably onwards from EuroLille or Lille Flanders.Be aware that some services will go via Paris and the walk from the Metro to the SNCF station at Gare Montparnasse is at least 15 minutes and when you arrive at Montparnasse there are two sets of stairs
- [Contact Us](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/contact-us/) - Booking your Holiday at Mon Petit Coeur, La Menantelierre, 79240, Le Busseau, France: For more information or to book our Gite please provide your details and we will respond to you as quickly as possible.
- [Calendar](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/monpetitcoeur-home-page/availability_calendar/) - Our Calendar Our Calendar is kept up to date to reflect availability and current bookings. Our change over day is a Saturday, where you see a booking ending on a Saturday it indicates that the Gite will be available from 16:00 hours on that day onwards. Guests are asked to vacate the Gite by 10:00
- [Practical Matters](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/practical-matters/) - The Gite has a washing machine and also a dishwasher - we provide the powder/liquid and tablets for these appliances. We also provide a clothes airer for you to hang clothes on to dry - if needed we can give you access to a clothes drier but most times the weather will be good enough
- [Gite Plan and Dimensions](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/gite-plan-and-dimensions/) - Gite Dimensions and Layout Our Gite is in a converted barn that dates back to Napoleonic times. The main living, dining and kitchen area is an open plan space of approximately 6.2 by 6.5 metres plan area, the ceiling is a vaulted timber construction with a minimum height of 2.95 metres. Recent guests have remarked
- [En Arrive](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/en-arrive/) - We appreciate that you may have had a long journey and the last thing you need is to be worrying about what you will be having for breakfast. We provide a "welcome basket" for you on your arrival which typically contains the following: Two bottles of still mineral water Orange Juice Croissants or Brioche Butter Fresh Eggs
- [Fuel](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/location/driving-in-france/fuel/) - France is a large country and it is not unusual to travel long distances without seeing a petrol station. Just in case you don't know the pumps are colour coded and Green, Sans Plomb is unleaded. Yellow, Gazole is Diesel. Whilst service stations on the auto-route network may be a little more expensive than elsewhere
- [Suggested Itineraries](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/local-attractions/suggested-itineraries/) - We are blessed to be within easy reach of numerous beautiful locations and also fortunate enough to have been here so long we know where the good places are. This section of our website is intended to share this "local knowledge" with you so that you can make the most of your stay with us.
- [Blog](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/blog/) - We regularly post blog pieces about our Gite, local attractions and news or events in the region.
- [Panoramique](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/panoramique/) - Did we mention the view! Our guests all rave about the views, you have to see them in person to really appreciate them but we hope these photos give you a sense of what you can see from la Menantelierre.
- [Family Attractions](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/local-attractions/family-attractions/) - We appreciate that for families on holiday happy children mean happy parents. There are a wealth of attractions to entertain children to be found in the Poitou Charentes region and all of them within an hours drive of La Menatelliere.Le Puy du Fou is a historical theme park in Les Epesses in the heart of the
- [Jardin Gallery](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/le-jardin-monpetitcoeur/jardin_gallery/) - Pictures from the Garden at la Menantelliere
- [Consent](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/consent/) - Google API Consent page - test
- [Direction Details](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/location/direction-details/) - Our Gite is pinned on Google Maps, select the link and view in Google Maps and then click for directions, it works! You can check the route with Michelin and it provides not only directions but an indicated time and cost for your journey. Please also check our fuel for advice on re-fueling en-route and
- [Puy du Fou Photo Gallery](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/local-attractions/family-attractions/puydufou/puydufou-photo-gallery/)
- [O'Gliss Park](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/local-attractions/family-attractions/ogliss-park/) - If you like your fun wet and wild then why not try O'Gliss Water Park just over an hours drive from La Menantelliere. The venue comprises four separate areas to cater for fun seekers of all ages.
- [Eurotunnel - the alternative to the Ferry](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/location/travel-options/eurotunnel/) - If the prospect of spending time on a Ferry does not appeal there is always the tunnel. If you are taking your pet(s) with you the tunnel may be a less stressful experience for them than the ferry. You can book on-line on the Eurotunnel Website.
- [Condor Ferries](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/location/travel-options/condor-ferries/) - On a recent crossing using Brittany Ferries I arrived at Portsmouth and noted that there were signs for Condor Ferries - I checked out their website. If you are prepared for a slower crossing and in some cases inconvenient crossing times Condor Ferries may be a cost effective alternative to Brittany Ferries.
- [Puy du Fou](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/local-attractions/family-attractions/puydufou/) - One of the most popular tourist attractions in France - well worth a visit but be sure to book well in advance to avoid disappointment. You can view some photos we took on a visit in the Summer of 2016 on our Puy de Fou Photo Gallery page.
- [Child Friendly Holiday Home](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/monpetitcoeur-home-page/child-friendly-holiday-home/) - We appreciate that happy children make for happy parents and have taken care to ensure that our small guests are well catered for. Not only is our Gite ideal for families with small children there are a wide variety of local attractions to keep your little ones entertained. We have a cot and high chair
- [Mervent Lake Water Leisure](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/mervent-lake-water-leisure/) - We are fortunate to have the Base de Loisirs centre just 21 minutes drive from our Gite. Located on the lake at Mervent this leisure enterprise offers kayaking, paddle-boarding and electric boats on the lake as well as Mountain bike trail riding in the Mervent Forest, the largest forest in the Vendee. Time spent on
- [Le Van Blanc](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/le-van-blanc/) - Our little van will be making infrequent trips to the Deux Sevres and will be bringing consumables from the UK that are either impossible to source in France or are much cheaper than the price in France. We charge a small premium of 10% on the purchase price to help cover the cost of getting
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/privacy-policy/) - Who we are Our website address is: https://www.monpetitcoeur.info. What personal data we collect and why we collect it Comments When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection. An anonymized string created from
- [Our Google Map](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/location/google-map-poitou-charentes-monpetitcoeur/) - We have assemled this map to give you ideas on places to visit when staying at MonPetitCoeur If you have any questions please feel free to contact us using the form below.
- [Out of Season - monpetitcoeur](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/out-of-season-monpetitcoeur/) - Out of Season Holidays If you can take your holidays outside of "peak season" the Poitou Charentes region of France offers the intrepid visitor a variety of attractions with a benign and reasonably predictable climate. From April through to October temperatures are comfortable, you can check typical seasonal temperatures on our "le climat" page.
- [Local Places of Interest](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/local-attractions/local-places-of-interest/) - Abbey de Mazellais The ancient abbey at Mazellais is worth visiting, followed perhaps by a trip on the canals of the Marais Poitevins.
- [Here to Help](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/here-to-help/) - How else can we help you? We are able to offer some additional services to make your holiday more relaxing. These are charged locally as and when you require them. Meals Pre-prepared Meals - after a day out, come home to find a meal awaiting you with nothing more to do than reheat it. We
- [Driving in France](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/location/driving-in-france/) - If you are driving in France for the first time the following information will hopefully be invaluable. Make sure you have all your documents with you at all times - if you have a photo driving licence you will also need to have the paper counterpart with you. You will also need to have your
- [About your Host](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/monpetitcoeur-home-page/about-your-host/) - Bonjour et bienvenue, My name is Josie and I would love for you to come and visit our little slice of heaven here at la Menantelierre. I pride myself on ensuring the highest standards possible for our guests and look forward to helping you make wonderful memories. You can see from our testimonials page that previous guests
- [Local Restaurants](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/local-attractions/local-restaurants/) - The Gatine region of the Deux Sevres boasts several restaurants that are worth visiting. One of the delights of rural France is that you will find restaurants serving food that would garner rave reviews in England but for a fraction of the price you would pay there. This guide from accueil Vendée lists several good restaurants
- [Walking Guides](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/local-activities/walking-guides/) - The local area has plenty to attract the casual or committed walker, we are slowly but surely compiling some guides for the walks we enjoy. Watch this space! We have a selection of Walking Maps for the region - similar in nature to Ordnance Survey Explorer maps they provide a great level of detail for
- [Dungeons, Serpents and an Eifel Structure](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/dungeons-serpents-and-an-eifel-structure/) - Niort is just under 45 minutes drive from us at la Menantelierre, we recommend that you park at La Breche car park in the very centre of the town, the map below shows a suggested route from la Breche to the Market Hall, dungeons and then back along pedestrianised backstreets where there are plenty of
- [Pretty Vouvant and its Tower](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/local-attractions/suggested-itineraries/pretty-vouvant-and-its-tower/) - Vouvant has been adjudged to be one of the prettiest villages in France. It enjoys a unique location with the river surrounding the village on three sides. We are fortunate that it is less than 20 minutes drive from us here at la Menantelierre. We suggest taking the route from Puy de Serre as you
- [Walk the Loop in St Loup](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/local-attractions/suggested-itineraries/walk-the-loop-in-st-loup/) - St Loup sur Thouet is a delightful village nestling in the Thouet valley just 45 minutes drive from la Menanteliere. St Loup is relatively small but very quaint, the main attraction of the village is the Chateau of St Loup.
- [Cycling](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/local-activities/cycling/) - The glorious countryside and rolling hills of the Deux Sevres and Vendee departments make ideal territory for exploration by bicycle. There are several road cycle routes signposted in the immediate area that allow you to explore the local countryside. They cover a variety of terrains and use the lightly trafficked country roads that criss-cross the
- [Covid Safe](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/covid-safe/) - Our Gite is Covid safe, it is a self-contained property where you have exclusive use of all the facilities. We are located in a small hamlet that has no passing traffic as it is on a no through lane, consequently the low level of traffic activity is limited to residents and occasional visitors. Our property
- [Le Jardin](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/le-jardin-monpetitcoeur/) - Our garden is a generous size and incorporates areas where you can relax and enjoy the view. We have a variety of established trees that produce fruit and nuts over the course of the year, we are happy to share our fresh produce with you across the seasons. Take a look at the gallery of photos for
- [Le Climat](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/le-climat-monpetitcoeur/) - One of the great attractions of the region is its benign climate. The majority of the Deux Sevres enjoys more than 2000 hours of sunshine per year, second only to the Mediterranean areas of France. It enjoys a temperate climate. For up to date information on the weather in the Deux Sevres check out Meteo France or Accuweather.com. This
- [La Géographie](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/local-attractions/la-geographie/) - The Deux Sevres occupies the north western quarter of the Poitou Charentes region, bordering the Vendee (Pays de la Loire) to the west, Charente Maritime to the south, and Vienne to the east. To the north is the department of Maine et Loire (Pays de le Loire).Measured North to South the department is a maximum
- [Travel Options](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/location/travel-options/) - Travel Options - Driving from Ferry Ports From Calais it is @ 405 miles to La Menantelierre, allow 7 hours to drive this routeFrom St Malo it is @ 185 miles to La Menantelierre, allow 4 hours to drive this routeFrom Le Havre it is @ 285 miles to La Menantelierre, allow 5 hours to drive this
- [Fontenay le Comte](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/local-attractions/suggested-itineraries/fontenay-le-comte/) - Fontenay is a very pretty market town in the Vendee, en route to the coastal town of La Rochelle. It is just half an hours drive from la Ménantelière and takes you through beautiful Vendée countryside. We suggest this route and parking near the tourism office. Chateau Terre Neuve close to the centre of Fontenay-le-Comte
- [Local Attractions](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/local-attractions/)
- [Les Animaux](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/local-attractions/family-attractions/les-animaux/) - We keep pigs who in turn keep our young visitors entertained. You are welcome to go see our pigs and to feed them windfall fruit. Our pigs are in an enclosure that is protected by an electric fence. They have plenty of room in which to forage and a home made pig ark in which
- [Location](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/location/) - La Menantelierre is situated in the Deux Sevres region close to the border with the Vendee department, the dashed line on the map is the border between the Vendee and Deux Sevres departments.Satellite Navigation co-ordinates are 46.612679 -0.612358 - alternatively you can use this Google Maps link to find us and get directions. Please also
- [Speeding](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/location/driving-in-france/speeding/) - This page could simply say "just don't do it" read a bit more to find out why you shouldn't! The long and straight roads of France can be very inviting to the motorist in a hurry. Sadly the Gendarmes like to take advantage of speeding motorists and issuing €90 on the spot fines. Avoid the
- [Dartford Crossing](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/location/travel-options/dartford_crossing/) - From late November 2014 there will be changes to the way you pay the Dartford Crossing charge. You will no longer pay at the barriers; instead you’ll be able to pay in advance, or before midnight the day after crossing. Drivers who don’t pay will face a penalty charge. The new scheme is known as
- [Flyer](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/flyer/) - A5 Flyer If you have a noticeboard at work or know of some place where you can put this flyer it would be much appreciated - we are doing all we can to spread the word. revised_a5_flyer.pdf File Size: 375 kb File Type: pdf Download File
- [Try Before you Buy](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/try-before-you-buy/) - Try before you buy If you are considering either moving to the Deux-Sevres or buying a holiday home in the department why not stay for an extended period of time in order to more fully appreciate the rhythm of life in rural France?Not only can we offer you comfortable and convenient accommodation but we can
- [Le Shopping](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/le-shopping/) - Le Shopping One of the joys of French living is the availability of fresh seasonal produce. Whilst French supermarkets offer good quality fruit and vegetables there is nothing quite like a traditional French market.Coulonges sur l'Autize has a market on Tuesdays and SaturdaysFontenay le Comte has a market on Saturdays.Niort has a market on Thursdays
- [Les Etoiles](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/les-etoiles/) - Les Etoiles One of the delights of La Menantelierre is the awe inspiring night sky. It is only when you move to a rural location that you appreciate how light pollution deprives us of a phenomena that captivated our ancestors. After sunset you suddenly realise just how dark the night can be.August is the ideal
- [Angling](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/local-activities/angling/) - Lac de Viennay offers great Carp fishing and has English speaking staff to assist you. La Rochelle and the Atlantic coast offer sea anglers plenty of opportunities to take to the sea. Living in Poitou Charentes website has a section dedicated to articles on Angling which gives you much more of an idea of the fishing opportunities available
- [Centre Minier Faymoreau](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/local-attractions/centre-minier-faymoreau/) - Recently upgraded this museum provides an immersive insight into the mining traditions of the area and is less than 15 minutes drive from the Gite. Check the TripAdvisor reviews to see what others think of this attraction. You can also check the Vendee Tourist Guide website for more info as well as plenty of other
- [Sailing and Watersports](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/local-activities/sailing-and-watersports/) - If messing about on boats or in the water is your idea of fun the Deux Sevres is well located to meet your needs. The Atlantic coast offers plenty of opportunities for the intrepid sailor or windsurfer to tackle the ocean. For those with the desire for a more manageable time on the water there
- [Horse Riding](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/local-activities/horse-riding/) - If you fancy letting someone else do the hard work whilst you enjoy the local scenery why not consider booking horse riding. The following establishments can cater for riders of all abilities. Centre Equestre de Chevreux - Horse riding centre Equestres Saumort - a well equipped centre at La Chapelle Thireuil, less than 15 minutes drive way
- [Historique](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/local-attractions/historique/) - Ancient History can be explored at the Musee Tumulus de Bougon, a megalithic site complete with Tumulus a museum and pre-historic reconstructions. The Centre Regional Resistance et Liberte at Thouars provides visitors with an insight into the history of the French Liberation during World War 2.We also have a page on our website dedicated to
- [Sud Vendee Tourism Videos](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/local-attractions/sud-vendee-tourism-videos/) - These videos illustrate the beauty and variety of attractions all within easy reach of our Gite. Why not visit the super new tourism office in the heart of Fontenay le Comte for more ideas for your visit.
- [Local Image Gallery](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/photo-gallery/local-image-gallery/) - You don't need to take our word for it, take a look at these photos of our local area to get a feel for the beauty and variety of the area.
- [Video Tour of the Gite](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/video-tour-of-the-gite/)
- [Golfing Attractions](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/local-activities/golfing-attractions/) - For those of you who enjoy a round of Golf there are a number of golf courses in the region open to tourists. The variety of landscape in the region offers a variety of different challenges for golfers of all abilities. For a list of Golf Courses in the region take a look at this guide provided
- [Local Activities](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/local-activities/) - Whilst a holiday is a time to relax it is also a time to explore and to make the most of your free time. We have assembled a guide to local activities.
- [Brittany Ferries](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/location/travel-options/brittany-ferries/) - Have you considered alternatives to the popular Dover Calais route? Whilst the cost of a Ferry Crossing with Brittany Ferries is more than the cost of crossings to Calais there are significant advantages to crossing to Brittany. Where are you travelling from? Kent is not necessarily the most accessible port for a lot of UK
- [Chateau & Gardens](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/local-attractions/chateau-and-gardens/) - For those of you who prefer less energetic attractions the region has plenty for those who like to visit historical places of interest and ornamental gardens.Parc Oriental de Maulevrier - oriental gardens near CholetJardins Olfacties - Coex near Aizenay in the VendeeGuyonniere has both medieval gardens and a chateau Our nearest Chateau is to be found in Coulonges sur
- [PoolPhotos](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/photo-gallery/poolphotos/)
- [La Region](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/la-region/) - About the Deux Sevres and Vendee Departments The Deux Sevres and Vendee departments offer the visitor a wealth of attractions and a climate that is only second to the Mediterranean in hours of annual sunshine enjoyed. The Deux Sevres department is south of the Loire and north of Bordeaux rivers. Charentes Maritimes and Marais Poitevins are generic names
- [Service](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/monpetitcoeur-home-page/service/) - Service terms
- [Facebook Page](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/facebook-page/) - Our Facebook Page contains regular updates and comments, we are hoping that people who stay will post photos and comments about their stay at la Menantelierre.Don't forget to click the "Like" button if you are on Facebook.
- [Car Hire](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/location/travel-options/car-hire/) - Hiring a Car - Get the Code Warning: You need a DVLA code to hire a car in the UK or abroad. From 8 June, new rules mean if you're hiring a car, your car hire provider may ask you for a DVLA code (to check endorsements, akin to paper licences). This is as a result
- [Pre Historic Sites - monpetitcoeur](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/pre-historic-sites-monpetitcoeur/) - Prehistoric Sites The Vendee and Deux Sevres departments have a great number of pre-historic sites for those of you interested in ancient history.The Megalithic Portal website provides a rich and useful guide to sites throughout Europe and beyond - their page dedicated to the Deux Sevres indicates the location of "Wobbly Rock" or to give
- [Silver Travellers - monpetitcoeur](https://www.monpetitcoeur.info/silver-travellers-monpetitcoeur/) - Silver Travellers Are you of a certain age with the freedom and opportunity to holiday when it suits you rather than when the school holidays dictate? If so then you could be considered a Silver Traveller. We ran a promotion with Silver Travel Advisor in April 2013 with the prize being a weeks free stay at la Menantelliere. Sue

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