La Forêt St Julien-des-Landes Site no: VS012

At a Glance

• A
• Relaxing
• Relaxing
• Golf course
• Near lake
• Cycling
• Football
• Other sports

A small parc set in the grounds of a beautiful 19th century château.

La Forêt is a ten-minute walk from the village of St Julien-de-Landes, with a peaceful, rural setting in the parklands of a château. It has the feel of a country estate, offering shady pitches and facilities for the whole family. There’s plenty of space for the children to play, and two pools set either side of the château. There are three lakes for fishing and attractively converted ivy-clad stables house the bar and all of the main facilities.

Setting: Countryside

Star Rating: 4

Opening dates

15/05/2010 - 04/09/2010

Mobiles open 15/05/2010 - 04/09/2010

Tents open 15/05/2010 - 04/09/2010

Pitches

Number of Pitches: 148

Shade: All have some.

Surface: Grass.

Tent Privacy: Some of the pitches are separated.

Mobiles privacy: Some of the pitches are separated.

Keycamp Extras

Linen Hire
Gas BBQ provided
Cycling Notes
Free Canoe Hire

Important information

Vehicles

Are vehicles allowed on pitches: Yes

Dogs

Are dogs allowed: Yes

Must be kept on a leash: Yes

Which accommodation are dogs allowed in: All accommodation types except Tree Houses, Prestiges and Vistas

Out and about

This coast is renowned for its fabulous sandy beaches. In the evening, head for Les Sables d’Olonne, half an hour’s drive to the south with promenade, bars and restaurants. The lovely resort of Bretignolles-sur-Mer, eight miles away, is home to Vendée Miniature.

The following facilities are available:

Reception

Languages spoken: English, French.

Other services: Fax, stamps, postbox, phone cards. Internet available WiFi available Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Shops

There is a shop in the village

Minimarket: Details not known Open 01/07/2010 - 31/08/2010

Main shop: Details not known Open 01/07/2010 - 31/08/2010

Dining

Restaurant: French style serving French food Location: In the courtyard Open 10/07/2010 - 20/08/2010

Take-away: Burgers, chips, pizzas, chicken. Open 01/07/2010 - 06/09/2010

Bars

Bar traditional Open 16/05/2010 Location: In main courtyard

Discos

Family Disco: Open 15/05/2010 - 15/09/2010

Children's Disco: Open 15/05/2010

Other

Animation Team: Regular evening entertainment. Open 01/07/2010 - 31/08/2010

Television Room: satellite tv

Games Room: 2 pinball machines, 2 pool tables, arcade machines.

Laundry

Washers: 4 x machines €4.50 per load

Dryers: 2 x machines €4.50 per load

Sanitation

Hot Showers
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 16/05/2010 - 06/09/2010 (Outdoor Heated)

Depth: From 0.80m to 1.60m

Size: 180m2

Waterslides: Parallel (2 x slides) Restrictions: 12 years

Second pool

For: All the family. Open 16/05/2010 - 06/09/2010 (Outdoor)

Depth: From 0.80m to 1.60m

Size: 181m2

Waterslides: Straight with a bump in the middle (2 x slides) Restrictions: No

Third pool

For: Toddlers. Open 16/05/2010 - 06/09/2010 (Outdoor)

Depth: From 0.30m to 0.30m

Size: 18m2

Waterslides:

1 x slides

Extra information

Sunloungers
Sun Terrace

Regulations: T-shirts not allowed, Inflatables 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

Open 29/06/2010 - 29/08/2010

Sports

Tennis

Open 15/05/2010 - 15/09/2010

1 full size court, Tarmac

Charge: €2.00 / hour

Equipment hire available: Yes

Table Tennis

2 tables

Equipment hire available: Yes

Football

1 five-a-side pitch, Surface: grass

Badminton

Volleyball

Open 15/05/2010 - 15/09/2010

1 court

Equipment hire available: Yes

Jogging

Beach Volleyball

Quad Biking

Quad biking not available on the campsite, nearest quad biking is 18.00 km from the campsite

Boules

Site arranged tournaments available

Fishing

Open 15/05/2010 - 15/09/2010

Fresh water fishing( Carp, perch, roach, pike and eels)

Golf

No golf course on the campsite, nearest golf course is 12.00 km from the campsite

Minigolf

Charge: €4.00

5 holes

Open 15/05/2010 - 15/09/2010

Playgrounds

1 playground

Equipment Hire

Cycle Hire

Open 16/05/2010 - 06/09/2010

Specialist Activities

Horse riding

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 des Dunes 15km

Nearest river: 3km

Nearest lake: 3km

Shopping

Nearest town/village: La Mothe Achard: 5km

Places of Interest

St Gilles Croix de vie: 21km
Challans: 30km
St Jean de Monts: 38km
Ile de Noirmoutier: 64km
Nantes: 89km
La Rochelle: 100km

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

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)

Poitiers airport: 199km

La Rochelle airport: 113km

Nantes airport: 95km

Port(s)

Caen: 401km

Cherbourg: 421km

Le Havre: 479km

Roscoff: 410km

St Malo: 275km

Public Transport

Local Railway: La Mothe Achard, 4km

Services to: La Rochelle, Nantes, Niort, 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.