Title: Charming 1900s House in Marais Poitevin with Garden, Terrace, and Fishing Access Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming 1900s House in Marais Poitevin with Garden, Terrace, and Fishing Access Cottage in Benet with kitchen and patio ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63500000/63494500/63494485/4042adad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63500000/63494500/63494485/e46cf1d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63500000/63494500/63494485/0b73669e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63500000/63494500/63494485/bf19bd92.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63500000/63494500/63494485/4a0a7924.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Charming 1900s House in Marais Poitevin with Garden, Terrace, and Fishing Access provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4753 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washer - Fireplace - Parking available - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Charming 1900s House in Marais Poitevin with Garden, Terrace, and Fishing Access Detached old house from 1900, located in a hamlet in the heart of the Marais Poitevin, near another gîte. Ground floor: living room/kitchen, telephone, toilet. Upstairs: bathroom, 2 bedrooms (1 double bed) (1 double bed). Wi-Fi. 70 m² enclosed landscaped garden, covered terrace (garden furniture, barbecue, electric grill), boules pitch, rowing boat available, fishing on site. Mountain bikes and bicycles are available for hire. Options: End-of-stay cleaning: €45/stay (for companies: €60/stay); Bed linen rental for 1 or 2 people: €12/stay; Towel rental: €8/person/stay. Additional: Tourist tax. Electric heating based on the general meter reading (less 8 kWh per day for normal consumption) - The owner provides wood (recommended price: €50 to €70 per cubic meter). The first fire is free, then €5 per wheelbarrow: payable on site. Electric charging station with fast and standard charging at the entrance to Aziré (D104). Optional services to be paid on site and reserved before your arrival: \- End-of-stay cleaning: €47.87 per stay \- Towels: €8.51 per person per stay Property managed by a professional. Unless stated, services such as cleaning, bed linen, towels etc. are not included in the price of this rental. If pets are allowed (information in the advertisement), charges may be applicable. Only equipment mentioned in this advertisement are present. Equipment not mentioned are not considered to be present. Unless there is an electric charging station in the accommodation, charging electric vehicles is prohibited. The cottage is located in the village of Sainte Christine (Benet). Coming from Niort, head towards Benet. Arriving in Ste Christine, take the first road on the right, cross the village, the gîte is located on the left. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 753 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87570000/87567300/87567244/a795bd36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Le Petit Cloucq Damvix - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=87567244&PinnedHotelID=87567244&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/117000000/116999200/116999173/ae3b1b4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Vacation rentals - Gîte Coulon Coulon - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 2 reviews £76 includes taxes & fees 9 Oct - 10 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=116999173&PinnedHotelID=116999173&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117490000/117489100/117489042/effb4102.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gite Marais Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=117489042&PinnedHotelID=117489042&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool, outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18790000/18785100/18785057/56a18499.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### HOUSE 4 PERS + SPA + HEATED POOL CALM & REST IN MARAIS POITEVIN VENDEE Liez - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.6 Exceptional 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=18785057&PinnedHotelID=18785057&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Children’s area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33480000/33477800/33477789/96b916ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gite du Marais Poitevin La Ronde - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.2 Wonderful 35 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=33477789&PinnedHotelID=33477789&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51680000/51672100/51672040/06648e96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bright and spacious renovated barn Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 34 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=51672040&PinnedHotelID=51672040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78400000/78393200/78393122/66db1784.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ideal for relaxing, visiting the marshes, overlooking the pool, gardens, boating, cycling... 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number NOT\_REQUIRED If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Gite Benet, 2 bedrooms, 4 persons Benet 15062075171 Gite Benet, 2 bedrooms, 4 persons Private vacation home Gite Benet, 2 bedrooms, 4 persons Private vacation home Benet ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C46.35833%2C-0.66468&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=y8AC3OCGoT_XnRkMkhsAMnGYtkI=) Benet, Pays de la Loire #### What's nearby - Marais Poitevin Regional Nature Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Maillezais Cathedral - 12 min drive - 5.5 miles - House of the Marais Poitevin - 15 min drive - 6.8 miles - Abbaye de Nieul-sur-l'Autise - 15 min drive - 7.0 miles - Noron Exhibition Center - 21 min drive - 11.7 miles #### Getting around - Epannes Station - 22 min drive - La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré) - 53 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪La Creperie Du Moulin - ‬15 min drive - ‪Restaurant La Pigouille / Coulon - ‬16 min drive - ‪Auberge de l'Abbaye - ‬10 min drive - ‪La Récré - ‬12 min drive - ‪L’Atelier Gourmand - ‬17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming 1900s House in Marais Poitevin with Garden, Terrace, and Fishing Access pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Charming 1900s House in Marais Poitevin with Garden, Terrace, and Fishing Access? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Charming 1900s House in Marais Poitevin with Garden, Terrace, and Fishing Access? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Charming 1900s House in Marais Poitevin with Garden, Terrace, and Fishing Access located? > Situated in Benet, this cottage is steps from Marais Poitevin Regional Nature Park and within 9 mi (15 km) of Maillezais Cathedral and House of the Marais Poitevin. Abbaye de Nieul-sur-l'Autise and L'Abbaye Saint-Vincent are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Charming 1900s House in Marais Poitevin with Garden, Terrace, and Fishing Access Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Philippe C. 3 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Court séjour Excellent séjour très agréable ##### Philippe C. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Ineide K. 23 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Maison au calme Maison avec petit terrain clos pour nos chiens. Vacances au top pour un moment en famille . Le seul hic: étant aucune connexion internet ni réseau pour les téléphones . Propriétaire très agréable ##### Ineide K. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pascale H. 17 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Le marais à bicyclette Nous avons passé une semaine délicieuse, calme et verte. Le gîte est confortable. Le jardin clos intime et reposant. L'auvent permet de profiter de l'extérieur quelle que soit la météo. Nous avons circulé en vélo toute la semaine sur les circuits bien flêchés et sur les petites routes de campagne. Le plus : une barque est mise à la disposition du gîte pour découvrir le marais au plus près. Je recommande cet endroit. ##### Pascale H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laurent V. 20 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Très calme Petite maison très chaleureuse avec des hôtes a l'écoute et disponible merci beaucoup pour votre accueil et peut être à bientôt Je recommande a 100% ##### Laurent V. Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marie P. 5 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Découverte du marais mouillé Excellente expérience, calme, nature, gentillesse, accueil chaleureux ##### Marie P. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### NATHALIE M. 16 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gite typique Le gîte est idéalement situé dans le marais poitevin mouillé. Nombreuses activités dans les environs. La propriétaire est aux petits soins. Elle prévoit même de mettre le wifi. Le gîte est rustique et ne manque de rien. La belle terrasse couverte est très agréable. ##### NATHALIE M. 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