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Dolphin Gîtes, Parasol Gîte, Vendée – Home 268445 Gite

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 3 sleeps
  •  min stay varies

Dolphin Gîtes, Parasol Gîte, Vendée – Home 268445

  • Gite
  • 2 bedrooms
  • sleeps 3
  •  min stay varies

Key Info

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 5 mi
  • Swimming pool
  • Child Friendly
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed

Description from owner

Description

Le gîte Parasol conserve le charme ancien de la propriété avec une touche moderne dans une ambiance 'cosy', et peut accueillir jusqu'à 2 adultes et 1 enfant. Le gîte de 38 m2, l'un des gîtes de Dolphin Gîtes, bénéficie d'une terrasse ensoleillée sur le devant et d'une vue sur le vieux puits et l'église du 12e siècle sur l'arrière. Le gîte comprend 2 chambres, l'une avec un lit double, l'autre avec 2 lits individuels et lecteur DVD, une salle d'eau avec douche spacieuse, un petit séjour/cuisine avec télévision à écran plat, cuisinière à gaz, réfrigérateur-congélateur, four à micro-ondes, bouilloire et cafetière électriques, grille-pain, table et fer à repasser, wifi gratuite. La terrasse ensoleillée donne sur le devant de la propriété et est équipée d'un salon de jardin, barbecue et est ombragée par un grand parasol. Un lave-linge est disponible sur place, ainsi qu'une place de parking privée dans la propriété. La piscine chauffée, l'aire de ping-pong et l'aire de jeux sont à quelques pas du gîte.

Parasol Gîte, at Dolphin Gites, is the perfect setting and location for a wonderful family holiday. Located near the coast, with great local beaches and excellent facilities on-site, you can relax beside the pool or spend the day at the beach. Our self-catering holiday gites (cottages), are situated in 1.5 acres of beautiful gardens, with a private heated pool, only 5 mins' drive from fabulous beaches. Parasol Gîte can accommodate up to 2 adults and 1 child. It has one bedroom with a double bed and one bedroom with 2 single beds, a shower room and quite a small but well equipped kitchen/lounge.

Further details

Les réservations se font du samedi au samedi en haute saison. Les propriétaires sont sur place pour vous accueillir et vous conseiller si besoin, ils parlent français et anglais.

Reservations are from Saturday to Saturday. The owners live on-site, speak English and French and are happy to give you help and advice, if needed. The swimming-pool is heated with a heat pump and its temperature varies from 26 to 30 degrees.

Further details indoors

Character value gîte with a sunny aspect and attractive views on the 12th century church. Two bedrooms ( sleeping 2 adults and 1 child), compact lounge/ kitchen area with UK TV (additional DVD player in children's bedroom) and free wifi. There is secure parking on site, convenient access to the heated swimming pool, covered table tennis, swings and gardens.

The lounge/kitchen area is quite small but well equipped with a gas cooker, electric oven, microwave, fridge, freezer, kettle, toaster, UK TV, separate bathroom and two good sized bedrooms (one with a double bed and one with 2 single beds, DVD player, and sofa). There is a patio with garden furniture, parasol and barbecue. There is access to a laundry room with a shared washing machine.

Living space: 38 m2

Further details outdoors

Le Gîte Parasol a une terrasse ensoleillée avec salon de jardin, parasol et barbecue et place de parking personnelle. Le cadre est idéal pour les enfants: piscine chauffée clôturée (chauffée de fin mai à mi-septembre), balançoires et aire de football, jardin spacieux, aire de ping-pong couverte. Le boulanger passe tous les matins avec ses croissants en haute saison.

The environment is safe and child friendly, with enclosed gardens, fenced heated swimming pool (heated from the end of May to mid September), sheltered table tennis, children's play area, spacious grounds with football area. The local baker visits every morning in the summer with fresh baguettes and croissants in time for breakfast. There is private parking.

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Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • No pets allowed
  • High chair

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Full bed
    Bedroom 2: Twin bed
  • 1 Shower

Amenities

  • Wireless Internet
  • Shared outdoor pool (heated)
  • Climbing frame
  • Swing set or jungle gym
  • Trampoline
  • Grill
  • Patio
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Bicycles available
  • Internet access
  • Staffed property
  • Table tennis
  • Games room
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • Iron
  • High chair
  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system

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Access

  • Parking
  • Secure parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Interaction with guest

Les réservations se font du samedi au samedi en haute saison. Les propriétaires sont sur place pour vous accueillir et vous conseiller si besoin, ils parlent français et anglais. Reservations are from Saturday to Saturday. The owners live on-site, speak English and French and are happy to give you help and advice, if needed. The swimming-pool is heated with a heat pump and its temperature varies from 26 to 30 degrees.

Policies

Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 10:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
Payment
This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).

Damage deposit: ($250.94) £200.00
Smoking
Yes, smoking allowed

Cancellations

Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.

Booking confirmed

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

24 hours after booking

50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 8 weeks before check-in.

8 weeks before

25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

4 weeks before

No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

Check-in date

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About the owner

Cathy P.
Response rate:
100%
Calendar last updated:
26 Mar 2024
Years listed:
11
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Languages spoken: English, French

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Reviews

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“Relaxing family holiday had a these Gites.”

Reviewed 16 Aug 2019

We spent 2 weeks in this area for the first time and loved the area. The Gite is centrally based both for the beach and other excellent attractions such as the Grand Défi and the Velo rail. The… More

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Response from the owner Thank you for taking the time to review Parasol Gîte. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay at Dolphin Gîtes this summer and we hope to be able to accommodate you again in the future.

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Wonderful holiday”

Reviewed 24 Sep 2017

We are a family of four and we loved staying at Dolphin gites. The gite was very clean with large bedrooms. The lounge/kitchen is a little small but we sat outside to eat on the patio mostly. The fac… More

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“Fantastic holiday for a family”

Reviewed 13 Sep 2017

We returned for the second time to La Vendee this year because we had such a lovely time last year. We found the holiday perfect for our son as he could easily make friends of a similar age while play… More

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“Lovely and Relaxing Holiday”

Reviewed 14 Aug 2017

We have just returned from a lovely holiday staying in The Parasol Pine at Dolphin Gites. We are a family of 4 and the gite was plenty big enough for our needs. Our kids (twin girls of 8) loved the ga… More

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Response from the owner Thank you very much for your kind review. We are delighted that you had a nice holiday at Dolphin Gîtes this summer and we have booked good weather for you for next year!

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“Fantastic family holiday”

Reviewed 13 Sep 2016

We stayed in Parasol Pine gite at Dolphin Gites. The gite was well equipped with everything you need for a self-catering holiday. The kitchen/living area was a little small but we ate outside most of… More

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Response from the owner Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We hope to be able to welcome you back at Dolphin Gîtes in the near future.

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Great time , great area!!”

Reviewed 4 Oct 2015

As a family of four we found the gite a descent size. It was clean and we had our own patio and BBQ area. There were many hours spent enjoying both the pool and the garden. Towns, markets, beaches and… More

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Response from the owner Thank you very much for taking the time to write a review. We really hope to see you again in the future.

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“Wonderful family holiday in a great location”

Reviewed 3 Oct 2015

We enjoyed a fantastic two weeks at Dolphin Gites. Our gite was spotless and spacious (second bedroom is particularly large - great space for children). The gardens and facilities were great (great po… More

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Response from the owner Thank you very much for taking the time to write a review. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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“Fantastic location, so much to do with something for everyone”

Reviewed 31 Dec 2014

We stayed at Dolphin Gites (1) in August and booked again for the next year before we even came home as the location and accommodation suited our family of 2 adults and two boys (aged 15 and 12) perfe… More

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“Fabulous family holiday”

Reviewed 4 Sep 2013

Just returned from a weeks rental at dolphin gites (1) we are a family with young children and we have all thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The gites are well situated to explore all of the vendee yet wi… More

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“Warm welcome & great base for family holiday”

Reviewed 12 Nov 2012

We have stayed at Dolphin Gites for 2 years now & have booked for next year too. Believe me, we are not the types to keep going back to the same place, but the welcome is so warm & there is so… More

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FAQs

How do I find more info about the property?

You can get in touch with Cathy (the owner) through the contact form on this page.

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Send Cathy (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

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Or send Cathy (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.

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How do I pay for my vacation?

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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.

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How can I withdraw my booking request?

You’ll need to contact Cathy (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.

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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I make changes to my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Cathy (the owner) a message.

If Cathy (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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