L'Oceano d'Or Jard sur Mer Site no: VS013

At a Glance

A modern parc, close to the charming village and harbour of Jard-sur-Mer and perfect for a relaxing beach holiday.

L’Océano d’Or is a well-kept parc, ideally situated in unspoilt countryside. The parc offers a variety of high season family entertainment and live music in the special amphitheatre. The parc buildings have been built in traditional Vendéen style and the spacious bar has a relaxed atmosphere. The grassy pitches are bordered with low hedgerows or small trees providing some privacy. The swimming pool complex has a waterchute and waterslides, surrounded by spacious sun terraces.

Only conventional swimwear, such as swimming trunks are allowed in the pool.

Setting: Beach, Countryside

Opening dates

• Mobiles open 18/05/2012 - 08/09/2012
• Tents open 18/05/2012 - 08/09/2012

Pitches

• Number of Pitches: 430

• Shade: None have any.

• Surface: Grass.

• Tent Privacy: Some of the pitches are separated.

• Mobiles privacy: Some of the pitches are separated.

Keycamp Extras

• Linen Hire
• Charcoal BBQ provided
• Junior Tents
• Cycling Notes

Important information

Exceptions

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

Vehicles

• Are vehicles allowed on pitches: Yes

• Extra Vehicle Charge: €2.90

Dogs

• Are dogs allowed: Yes

• Are dogs allowed in our accommodation: Yes

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

• Must be kept on a leash: Yes

• Maximum number of dogs: 1

Out and about

The beautiful beach at Plage de la Mine, just four miles from the parc, is backed by pine forests and has rock pools that will keep children entertained for hours. You can visit the zoo at Les Sables d’Olonne or the château at Talmont St-Hilaire. Visit the Atlantic Toboggan Waterpark at St Hilaire de Riez – children will love the waterchutes and huge slides.

The following facilities are available:

Reception

• Languages spoken: French and English.
• Other services: Currency exchange, telephone cards, postcards and stamps.
• WiFi available (€3.00)
• Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard and Eurocard
• ID Cards or bracelets given on arrival

Shops

• Essential supplies only
• Open 01/06/2012 - 04/09/2012

• Main shop: Open 01/06/2012 - 04/09/2012

Dining

• Snack bar: Open 01/06/2012 - 05/09/2012

• Take-away: Chips, pizza, sandwiches, sausages etc... Open 01/06/2012 - 05/09/2012

Bars

• Bar Very popular with a large outdoor terrace. Open 01/06/2012 Location: Links the reception to the pool and is next to the amphitheatre.

Discos

• Family Disco: Open 04/07/2012 - 26/08/2012
• Children's Disco: Open 04/07/2012 - 26/08/2012

Other

• Animation Team: Bingo, concerts, shows. Open 05/07/2012 - 27/08/2012
• Television Room: 6 national channels
• Games Room: Pool, table soccer, video games.

Laundry

• Washers: 3 x machines €5.30 per load
• Dryers: 2 x machines €4.30 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 and Slide/Chute pool. Open 15/05/2012 - 10/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
• Depth: From 0.80m to 2.20m
• Size: 300m2
• Waterchutes: A high sided twisty chute (1 x chutes) Restrictions: Only children older than 6
• Waterslides: Straight (2 x slides) Restrictions: Children over 6yrs

Second pool

• For: Toddlers. Open 15/05/2012 - 10/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
• Depth: From 0.40m to 0.40m
• Size: 200m2

Spas

• Sauna . Sauna not available on the campsite, nearest sauna is 4.0 km from the campsite.
• Solarium Open 15/05/2012 - 10/09/2012

Extra information

• Lifeguard - High Season
• Sunloungers
• Sun Terrace

Regulations: Bracelets required, Shorts not allowed, T-shirts not allowed, Parental supervision required

There are no children's clubs available at this location.

The following activities are available:

Site Run Children's Activities

Sports and games

Languages spoken: French

• Open 04/07/2012 - 26/08/2012

Watersports

Windsurfing

• Windsurfing not available on the campsite, nearest Windsurfing is 4.0 km from the campsite

Canoeing

• Canoeing not available on the campsite, nearest Canoeing is 6.0 km from the campsite

Rowing Boats

• Rowing Boats not available on the campsite, nearest Rowing Boats is 7.0 km from the campsite

Dinghy Sailing

• Dinghy Sailing not available on the campsite, nearest Dinghy Sailing is 4.0 km from the campsite

Kayaking

• Kayaking not available on the campsite, nearest Kayaking is 6.0 km from the campsite

Sports

Tennis

• 1 full size court, Hard court
• Charge: €8.00 / hour

• Equipment hire available: Yes

Table Tennis

• 3 tables

• Equipment hire available: Yes

Football

• Surface: Multisport court

Badminton

• Badminton not available on the campsite, nearest badminton is 6.0 km from the campsite

Squash

• Squash not available on the campsite, nearest squash is 17.0 km from the campsite

Basketball

• Open 07/04/2012 - 29/09/2012
• 1 size court, Tarmac

Volleyball

• Open 07/04/2012 - 29/09/2012
• 1 court

• Equipment hire available: Yes

Beach volleyball

• Beach volleyball not available on the campsite, nearest beach volleyball is 1.0 km from the campsite

Gymnasium

• Open 07/04/2012 - 29/09/2012
• Gym not available on the campsite, nearest gym is 17.0 km from the campsite

Archery

• Archery not available on the campsite, nearest archery is 6.0 km from the campsite

Quad biking

• Quad biking not available on the campsite, nearest quad biking is 27.0 km from the campsite

Boules

• Site arranged tournaments available

Horse Riding

Fishing

• Fishing is not available on the campsite, nearest fishing is 1.0 km from the campsite

Golf

• No golf course on the campsite, nearest golf course is 14.00 km from the campsite

Driving Range

Minigolf

• Minigolf not available on the campsite, nearest minigolf is 17.0 km from the campsite

Playgrounds

• 1 playground

Equipment Hire

Cycle Hire

• Open 07/04/2012 - 29/09/2012
• Adults: €41.00 / week €10.00 / day
• Children: €41.00 / week €10.00 / day
• helmets available (€8.00)
• child seats available (€3.00)
• Cycle hire not available on the campsite, nearest cycle hire is 8.0 km from the campsite

Excursions

• Type: Coach trip to Puy du Fou.

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: Plage du Boisvinet and Plage de Morpoigne 1km

Shopping

• Nearest town/village: Jard-sur-Mer

Places of Interest

• Jard sur Mer
• Lucon: 35km
• St Giles Croix de Vie: 49km
• La Rochelle: 80km
• Nantes: 100km
• Niort: 106km
• Ile de Noirmoutier: 120km

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

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

Le Grand Parc

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

Château de Talmont St Hilaire

Located on a rock, surrounded by water, the fortress of Talmont played an important part in the defence 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

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

The following travel details are available:

Airport(s)

• La Rochelle (LRH): 91km
• Nantes (NTE): 114km
• Poitiers (PIS): 183km

Port(s)

• Caen Ouistreham (CAE): 409km
• Cherbourg (CHB): 458km
• Le Havre: 500km
• Roscoff (RSC): 433km
• St Malo (STM): 295km

Public Transport

• Local Railway: Les Sables d’olonne, 12km
• Services to: La Roche sur Yon

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.