La Garangeoire St Julien-des-Landes Site no: VS011

At a Glance

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Set in unspoilt countryside, a lakeside parc with first class facilities in the spacious parklands of a private château.

As you approach the magnificent château through an avenue of poplar trees, you’ll be impressed by the beautiful, peaceful countryside setting of La Garangeoire. The family run parc, a member of the prestigious Castels chain, is only one mile from St Julien des Landes and fifteen minutes drive from the beach. The lovely lake behind the château, surrounded by woodland and green meadows, provides an idyllic setting for hiring a pedalo. The château’s estate buildings have been tastefully converted and now house a bar and restaurant. There is also a new covered pool and baby's play pool.

Setting: Countryside

Opening dates

• Mobiles open 05/05/2012 - 09/09/2012

Pitches

• Number of Pitches: 358

• Shade: Some have some.

• Surface: Grass.

• Tent Privacy: Some of the pitches are separated.

• Mobiles privacy: Some of the pitches are separated

Keycamp Extras

• Rumble Trucks
• Linen Hire
• Junior Tents
• All-terrain Buggy
• Gas BBQ provided
• Cycling Notes

Important information

Exceptions

• Max. 6 per tent
• Max. 8 per mobile home
• Gas barbecue: provided

Vehicles

• Are vehicles allowed on pitches: Yes

• Maximum number of vehicles: 1

• Extra Vehicle Charge: €3.50

Dogs

• Are dogs allowed: Yes

• Are dogs allowed in our accommodation: Yes

• Which accommodation are dogs allowed in: All accommodation types except Lofts, Prestiges and Vistas

• Must be kept on a leash: Yes

• Maximum number of dogs: 2

Out and about

For peace and quiet, try the secluded rocky coves along the coast at Sion-sur-l’Océan. The lively resorts of Les Sables d’Olonne, fifteen miles to the south, and St Jean de Monts, to the north, are a contrast to the pretty fishing port of St Gilles Croix-de-Vie. You can visit the lake at Apremont where you can explore the castle ruins, laze on the grassy banks with a picnic and try your hand at windsurfing.

The following facilities are available:

Reception

• Languages spoken: French, English, Dutch, German, Spanish and Italian.
• Other services: Fax, photocopier, stamps, postbox, phone cards, newspapers, cigarettes, washing tokens, postcards and tennis court hire.
• Internet available
• WiFi available (€8.00)
• Credit cards accepted: Visa and Mastercard

Shops

• Open 10/05/2012 - 24/09/2012

• Main shop: Open 10/05/2012 - 24/09/2012

Dining

• Restaurant: Traditional french cuisine Location: Adjacent to the pool area. Open 10/05/2012 - 31/08/2012

• Take-away: Burgers, chips, home-made fresh pizzas, salads, sandwiches, special dish of the day, roast chickens Open 10/05/2012 - 22/09/2012

Bars

• Bar Large bar area. Open 07/04/2012 Location: By the pool
• Bar Open 10/05/2012

Discos

• Family Disco: Open 30/06/2012 - 03/09/2012
• Children's Disco: Open 01/06/2012 - 08/09/2012

Other

• Animation Team: Discos, quizzes, karaoke, sports, family evening entertainment, live music, illusionists, dance shows, clown, vendean folklore. Open 01/06/2012 - 08/09/2012
• Television Room: Some Sky channels but mainly local channels are available.
• Games Room: Two pool tables, table football, three arcade machines and three pinball machines.

Laundry

• Washers: 8 x machines €5.00 per load
• Dryers: 4 x machines €5.00 per load

Sanitation

• Baby Baths
• Baby Changing Facilities
• Toilets
• Children's Toilets

Some facilities remain closed in low season, please check at the time of booking if there is an activity or facility which is key for your holiday.

First pool

• For: All the family. Open 07/04/2012 - 24/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
• Depth: From 1.10m to 1.60m
• Size: 230m2

Second pool

• For: Toddlers. Open 07/04/2012 - 24/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
• Depth: From 0.40m to 0.40m
• Size: 36m2
• Waterslides: Small slide for small children (1 x slides) Restrictions: Parents have to supervise

Third pool

• For: Slide/Chute pool. Open 07/04/2012 - 24/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
• Depth: From 1.10m to 1.20m
• Size: 36m2

Fourth pool

• For: All the family. Open 07/04/2012 - 24/09/2012 (Covered Heated)
• Depth: From 1.10m to 1.10m
• Size: 150m2

Fifth pool

• For: Small children. Open 07/04/2012 - 24/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
• Depth: From 0.20m to 0.20m
• Size: 19m2
• Waterslides: Small slide for babies (1 x slides) Restrictions: Under 5 yrs of age only

Extra information

• Sunloungers (€0.00 charge)
• Sun Terrace
• Must shower and use footbath before entering pool. No smoking, pets, chewing gum, food & drink or shoes allowed

Regulations: T-shirts not allowed, Inflatables not allowed, Parental supervision required, No suncream allowed

The following activities are available:

Site Run Children's Activities

Crafts, sports etc.

Languages spoken: French, English, German, Dutch

• Open 01/06/2012 - 08/09/2012

Watersports

Windsurfing

• Windsurfing not available on the campsite, nearest Windsurfing is 23.0 km from the campsite

Canoeing

• Open 24/04/2012 - 25/09/2012
• €20 deposit required, parental supervision required

Pedalos

• Open 24/04/2012 - 25/09/2012

Rowing Boats

• Open 24/04/2012 - 25/09/2012

Dinghy Sailing

• Dinghy Sailing not available on the campsite, nearest Dinghy Sailing is 25.0 km from the campsite

Diving Lessons

• Open 01/07/2012 - 31/08/2012
• Lesson charge: €30.00
• Once a week in high season

Sports

Tennis

• Open 24/04/2012 - 25/09/2012
• 2 full size courts, Tarmac.
• Charge: €6.50 / hour

• Equipment hire available: Yes

Table Tennis

• Open 24/04/2012 - 25/09/2012
• 6 tables

• Equipment hire available: Yes

Football

• 1 five-a-side pitch, Surface: Grass

Basketball

Volleyball

• Open 24/04/2012 - 25/09/2012
• 1 court

Archery

• Open 07/04/2012 - 15/09/2012

• Equipment hire available: Yes

Quad biking

• Quad biking not available on the campsite, nearest quad biking is 13.0 km from the campsite

Boules

• Site arranged tournaments available

Horse Riding

• Supervised: Yes

• Lessons available: Yes

• Helmets available
• €21.00
• Open 29/05/2012 - 25/09/2012

Pony-trekking

• Supervised: Yes

• Lessons available: Yes

• Helmets available

Fishing

• Open 24/04/2012 - 25/09/2012
• Fishing is not available on the campsite, nearest fishing is 12.0 km from the campsite Fresh water fishing (Perch, roach, rudd, tench, carp, pike.)

Golf

• Golf des Fontenelles in Coex 8 km away from site, special price for Garangeoire customersNo golf course on the campsite, nearest golf course is 11.00 km from the campsite

Playgrounds

• 1 playground

Equipment Hire

Cycle Hire

• Open 07/04/2012 - 24/09/2012
• Adults: €35.00 / week €8.00 / day
• Children: €35.00 / week €8.00 / day
• Mountain Bikes: €35.00 / week €8.00 / day
• helmets available (€5.00)
• child seats available
• Cycle hire not available on the campsite, nearest cycle hire is 3.0 km from the campsite

Specialist Activities

• Qualified coaches organise soccer coaching sessions 5 days a week (from 5 years of age) with matches organised for all ages. Walks of interest - maps available from reception.

Some facilities remain closed in low season, please check at the time of booking if there is an activity or facility which is key for your holiday.

The following local attractions are available:

Nearby

• Nearest beach: 12km
• Nearest river: 20.0km
• Nearest lake: Direct access

Shopping

• Nearest town/village: St Julien des Landes: 2km

Places of Interest

• St Gilles Croix de vie: 26km
• Challans: 30km
• St Jean de Monts: 43km
• Ile de Noirmoutier: 78km
• Nantes: 84km
• La Rochelle: 90km

Attractions

Aquarium La Rochelle

Large aquarium with fish from around the world. An array of different viewing methods from tanks, torch pools and panoramic tunnels.

Le Grand Parc du Puy du Fou

A reconstruction of an 18th century village with villagers in costume. The ruins of a 13th century chateau where you can watch a fabulous falconry display or see the Vikings at war. You can spend hours wandering the grounds and gardens. The evening show is an incredible open-air night show with 850 people and 50 horsemen.

Zoo des Sables d'Olonne

Only a short distance from the enormous Atlantic beaches, the zoo at Les Sables d'Olonne is the home to hundreds of animals living in a luxurious setting. Animals include penguins, monkeys, otters, lions, tigers and pandas.

Sealand Aquarium de Noirmoutier

A good aquarium with an excellent selection of fish from around the world including warm and cold water fish plus a number of tropical aquariums

Planéte Sauvage

Animal Safari park where you can discover more than 2000 animals by car as you drive through over 100 hectares of park.

Futuroscope

Theme park for media and technology

Château de Talmont St Hilaire

Located on a rock, surrounded by water, the fortress of Talmont played an important part in the defense of Poitou against the invading Normans. Years later, several kings of France were made welcome along with Richard the Lion Heart during the crusade years. Nowadays you can attend medieval demonstrations during the festival period.

Oceanile

This waterpark in the heart of Noirmoutier is over 37000m and has more than 20 aquatic amusements. With slides and waves there is plenty to ensure that the whole family is entertained.

Le Vélo Rail

This journey through the countryside is on a 'vélo rail' which runs on old train lines. 10 kilometres of track can be explored for up to 4 hours.

The following travel details are available:

Airport(s)

• La Rochelle (LRH): 102km
• Nantes (NTE): 73km
• Poitiers (PIS): 200km

Port(s)

• Caen Ouistreham (CAE): 387km
• Cherbourg (CHB): 421km
• Le Havre: 480km
• Roscoff (RSC): 412km
• St Malo (STM): 277km

Public Transport

• Local Railway: La Mothe Achard, 7km
• Services to: La Roche, Nantes, Paris, Bordeaux, la Rochelle

From picturesque Bois de la Chaize to pine-fringed Sauveterre, there are enough wonderful beaches to try somewhere different each day of your holiday. Kids love the Planete Sauvage safari park near Nantes. Puy de Fou theme park and Oceanile water park is great for thrills. Chateau des Enigmes provides treasure hunt fun. With superb fishing, golf, miles of footpaths and cycle tracks, plus historic villages, there's plenty to do away from the beach.

Take a look at some of the local recommendations for days out and activities our customers have shared with us following their holiday at La Garangeoire.

"The area surrounding la Garangeoire is stunning and there are lots of lovely places you can find on an evening drive. Would recommend hiring or taking bikes to this parc as there are many excellent cycle routes on and around the site and through the woodland, a magical place."
C. Harvey, Cornwall

"We loved the restaurant at le Pré on Lac de Jaunay - serves excellent mussels and crepes overlooking the lake."
H. Page, Hertfordshire

"The Sunday morning market at Brétignolles-sur-Mer is an essential experience! We also enjoyed evening meals and strolls on the front at les Sables d'Olonne."
J. Harris, Hertfordshire

"The high ropes adventure course close to the campsite is highly recommended, with zip wires over the lake. Our 4 year old loved the smaller children's course."
C. Adams, Hertfordshire

"Puy du Fou was simply amazing and La Rochelle was beautiful and most definitely worth the long drive! Le Grand Defi tree-top trails just down the road in St Julien was the best we've ever been to!"
K. Lang, Perthshire

"Visit the markets at St Gilles Croix de Vie and Challans for a real taste of local produce and seafood. The local beaches at Bretignolles and Brem are excellent and not very crowded. Lac de Jaunay is a great place for walks and cycle rides too."
J. Sims, Co. Down