We are just back from a lovely week in La Garenne. I searched the whole internet (literally!) in my search for the perfect holiday in France for us and our 3 kids (aged 5, 3 and 1). I had read all the reviews here and on other sites, and although overall the reports are glowing, I was a touch concerned... More

We first stayed at La Garenne for 1 wk in 2009 after I read a recommendation on the internet. We liked it so much we came back for 2 weeks in 2010 and brought friends along too. We are so glad we did. The kids (age 3 and 5) had a ball again and we managed to have a relaxing... More

from our first correspondence with Dorte we knew we were in good hands. Travelling with young kids can be nerve-wracking but she helped out with everything. We flew into Poitiers and hired a car from there which was great. you need car to get out and about because it is very rural (nearest significant town about 30 mins away). Beautiful... More

This was the second time I and my family spent our holidays in La Garenne, France. I would strongly recommend this destination for families. La Garenne offers surrounds that we found to be peaceful relaxing and safe especially for younger children. The B.B.Q. held once a week gives families the opportunity to get to know each other. It also offers... More

We spent 2 weeks at La Garenne at the end of August with our children aged 6 and 8, and young baby. It is situated in a beautiful rural setting surrounded by vineyards and sunflower fields, yet is only a short drive to the nearest small town where there is a supermarket, newsagent, bars and a restaurant. La Garenne has... More

We have just returned from two weeks at La Garenne. Despite being in rural France about an hour inland of La Rochelle, there was lots to do in the area if you don't mind travelling in your car. The setting of La Garenne is perfect for families as parents can enjoy spending time outside their gite while children run around... More

We spent our 3rd summer holiday at La Garenne this year and had a fantastic time (again!). It really is the perfect place for a holiday with young children. The gites are all very nice and the garden is perfect to give the young ones some freedom whilst you sit and have a glass of wine. There are lots of... More

We are just back from a 2 weeks holiday at La Garenne with our 2.5 years old. This was, by far, the best holiday since he was born. Lots of toys, books, big trampoline, swings, slides, skateboards, tricycles, bicycles, balls - you name it, they have it. This is without mentioning the basic: cot, high chair, plastic cutlery, potty, stair... More

Just returned from 1 week holiday at La Garenne. A perfect holiday accomodation for a family with young children. Would highly recommend.