Large gîtes
A gîte is a holiday home set in an independent house or building. "Large gîtes" welcome groups, extended families or events, often in places full of character.
French gîtes: definition and ratings
What is a gîte? Definition, legal framework and the rating system (épis) for gîtes in France.
Our selection of 10 large gîtes in western France
Our selection of ten large gîtes in the Vendée and Maine-et-Loire, with covered pools, spas and large capacity: illustrative examples with links to official sites.
Large group gîtes
What is a large gîte? Capacity, typologies and the key criteria of accommodation built for groups.
Large gîtes for families: reunions, cousinades and big families
Large gîtes for families: how to plan a family reunion or cousinade, pick the rooms, the kitchen and keep children safe.
Weekend with friends: renting a large gîte together
Weekend with friends: renting a large gîte for a group of friends. Splitting rooms and costs, and choosing between pool, spa and a big table.
Large gîte amenities: pool, spa and more
Indoor or covered pool, spa, games room, generous outdoor space: the amenities that make the difference in a large gîte.
How to choose a large gîte
Capacity, group make-up, amenities, season: the practical criteria for choosing a large gîte well.
Gîtes and Minoteries: group gîtes in the Vendée
Group gîte in the Vendée: a guide to large gîtes in the Vendée bocage, with indoor pool and spa, for group accommodation near Puy du Fou and the coast.
Gîtes and Minoteries: gîte with pool and spa in the Vendée
Gîte with pool and spa in the Vendée: indoor heated pool, hot tub and sauna — the criteria for choosing a large wellness gîte for a group stay.
Gîtes and Minoteries near Rocheservière
Gîte near Rocheservière (Vendée): the Vendée bocage, the Boulogne river and large gîtes close to Montaigu, under an hour from Puy du Fou.