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O Heart of the Wood A haven of peace between nature and ocean

Welcome to "O Heart of the Wood", a unique vacation home, built entirely of wood in the spirit of a true mountain chalet, but located in the heart of Vendée, in the charming commune of Saint-Maixent-sur-Vie, just 10 minutes from the beaches of Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie.



Let yourself be seduced by its warm and authentic atmosphere, ideal for family or friends vacations, in a peaceful setting near the ocean and entertainment of the Vendée coast.



House Composition

Large living room with cathedral living area, cozy wooden atmosphere and high ceiling, ideal for gathering around a good meal or a relaxing moment.

Fully equipped open kitchen: refrigerator, freezer, dishwasher, oven, microwave, stovetop, coffee maker, kettle, washing machine.

Two bedrooms on the ground floor:

1 bedroom with a double bed (140 cm)

1 bedroom with two single beds (90 cm)

Bathroom on the ground floor

Large mezzanine on the upper floor with a double bed (140 cm) and open bathroom

Television in the living room and in each bedroom

Hi-Fi speaker, for your musical moments



Outdoors Leisure

Enjoy a wooded garden of 600 m², with no overlooking neighbors, featuring:

Covered terrace and garden furniture

Barbecue for your summer grilling

Children's play area

A perfect place to relax, play, or share a meal outdoors.



Ideal Location

Located in Saint-Maixent-sur-Vie, the house is nestled between countryside and ocean, just:

10 min from Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, its fine sandy beaches, fishing port, and summer activities

20 min from Bretignolles-sur-Mer, famous for surfing

25 min from Saint-Jean-de-Monts and its large beaches



Things to do in the region

Must-visit local markets:

Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie (Wednesday Saturday morning)

Bretignolles (Thursday Sunday morning)

Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez (Tuesday Friday)

Stroll among local producers' stalls, seafood, cheeses, Vendée wines...

Bike or walking tours along the Vie river or in the marshes

Boat trips, sea fishing, water sports

Leisure parks and family activities nearby: Dino's Park, Feeling Forest, Atlantic Toboggan

Discover Vendée local specialties: Saint-Gilles sardines, brioche, prefou...



Practical Information:

Capacity: 6 people maximum

Non-smoking house

Pets not accepted

No Wifi: the perfect opportunity for a real disconnection!

Household linen and cleaning optional



O Heart of the Woods is a house where you come to breathe, reconnect, enjoy nature and the sea while savoring the charm of wood. A simple, warm house, full of charm and ideal for successful Vendée vacations.



Don't wait any longer to book your stay!