Hear the sound of the ocean as you sip your morning coffee on the pretty terrace looking out into the sea.

Hear the sound of the ocean as you sip your morning coffee on the pretty terrace looking out towards the bay - this delightful beach house enjoys a wonderful setting within walking distance to the picturesque village of Les Portes-en-Ré.

The Villa is perfect for care-free holidays by the sea. There’s a relaxed vibe across this five-bedroom home which is ideal for a large family or a group of good friends. The spacious and characterful living-dining room is filled with light whilst the contemporary kitchen is perfectly equipped to prepare meals for everyone. Step outside into the courtyard for al-fresco meals by the barbecue on warm summer evenings.

The five bright bedrooms and four modern bathrooms are scattered across three annexes, each accessed via the central courtyard. A range of doubles, twins and even bunk-beds, all across the ground floor, means there is space for up to twelve guests in this welcoming abode.

Enjoy a sundowner in the privacy of your courtyard with its romantic covered terrace and al-fresco dining area or venture out to the vast garden that stretches as far as the beach at the very end. Let off steam in the spacious grounds with the sight and sound of the sea, then clamber over the plants and rocks to a glorious stretch of coastline with magnificent northern views. Even in the height of the summer you may be fortunate enough to only spot a neighbour or passer-by in this relatively uncrowded corner of Les Portes-en-Ré – it really is a remarkable place.

You can easily stroll into the village, around 1km away, for your morning bread and pastries as well as a daily summer market and a nice selection of local shops. Hire bikes for every age, play volleyball or tennis, try out some of the watersports at Plage du Gros Jonc or cycle a little further south for golf close to the Lilleau des Niges Nature Reserve. Look out for the enchanting cabin selling wines, beers and Trousse Chemise oysters to devour whilst looking over the salt marshes and wetland.

Also close by is the great beach and lighthouse at Conche des Baleines, reached by cycling through the pine forests, or head south to one of France’s ‘Plus Beaux Villages’, Ars-en-Ré, for another charming market and vibrant village atmosphere. Look out for kite-surfers at Rivedoux-Plage, discover yet more historic markets at villages such as La Flotte or taste award-winning ice-cream in the historic town of Saint-Martin-de-Ré.

Just like the island itself, Villa Spartina is all about authenticity and charm in beautiful surroundings.

Villa Interiors (180m2)

Main Part of Villa

Living-dining area with fireplace
Kitchen, well-equipped including dishwasher, fridge, electric hob (x2), gas hob (x2), electric oven, microwave, coffee maker, toaster and mixer
Utility room
Access to central courtyard

Annexe 1

Bedroom with twin beds (90cm each)
Shower room with double sinks
WC
Dorm-style bedroom with one set of bunk-beds and two single beds (80cm each, top-bunk only for children aged 6+)

Annexe 2

Bedroom with double bed (160x200cm)
Shower room with double sinks and WC

Annexe 3

Bedroom with twin beds (90cm each) and shower room with sink
WC
Bedroom with double bed (140cm) and shower room with sink

Outside Grounds (4000m2)

Garden/grounds (partially unenclosed, leading to beach)
Terrace with ocean view
Internal courtyard
Al-fresco dining area
BBQ
Sun-loungers and garden furnishings
Outdoor shower

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Heating
Satellite TV (French channels only)
Hi-Fi
Telephone
Washing machine

Villa FR5480