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A large, historic building with multiple towers, surrounded by lush greenery and a small water feature. - The Guard House (Échiré)
A stone building with light blue shutters, a patio with outdoor furniture, and a grassy yard. - The Guard House (Échiré)
A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a window with a view, and wall-mounted artwork. - The Guard House (Échiré)
A serene park with a pond, trees, and a small building in the background. - The Guard House (Échiré)
A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a built-in oven. - The Guard House (Échiré)
Take advantage of free breakfast, a garden, and laundry facilities at The Guard House. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

The Guard House

  • You’ll be staying on the exceptional grounds of Château des Loups, a lush, green setting. We welcome you to the former caretaker’s house on the Château des Loups estate. This charming detached house has retained its historic charm while offering all the comforts of modern living. The 100 m² house was renovated in 2017. Wi-Fi and flat-screen TV are provided. On the first floor, there is a living/dining room with exposed beams and a fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen (refrigerator/freezer, induction cooktop and oven, range hood, microwave, dishwasher), and an utility room (washer/dryer), Upstairs: 2 large bedrooms with a 160 x 200 bed, each with its own en suite bathroom, walk-in shower, vanity unit, storage cabinet, towel warmer, and wall-mounted hair dryer.One of the bedrooms can be configured with two twin beds (80 x 200). Separate restroom. Outside: Garden furniture, lounge chairs, and a barbecue. Hiking, fishing, boat rides, access to the pool, and swimming in the river within the estate. Games: ping-pong, pétanque, molkky

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About the neighborhood

Échiré is home to this vacation home. Château de Niort and Musée Bernard d'Agesci are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Church of Notre-Dame and House of the Marais Poitevin. Luka Land and L'Abbaye Saint-Vincent are also worth visiting. Visit our Échiré travel guide
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Échiré, Deux-Sèvres

What's nearby

  • A narrow waterway flanked by dense, moss-covered trees.
    Marais Poitevin Regional Nature Park
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Noron Exhibition Center
    13 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Château de Niort
    13 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Rene Gaillard Stadium
    15 min drive - 15.3 km
  • House of the Marais Poitevin
    23 min drive - 23.7 km

Getting around

  • Niort Station
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Roger Sicard
    8 min drive
  • McDonald's
    10 min drive
  • Hotel Mercure Niort
    12 min drive
  • Eat Salad
    10 min drive
  • Le Mulan
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Guard House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Guard House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Guard House?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Guard House located?

Situated in Échiré, this vacation home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Marais Poitevin Regional Nature Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of St. Andrew's Church and Port Boinot. Château de Niort and Church of Notre-Dame are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

French country break with our dog

We looked for a dog friendly house in the French countryside with a pool and got very lucky with thisVery helpful and friendly host, friendly “neighbours”in the other cottages lovely setting Not the hosts fault but a lot of flies at this time of year. Lots of walks on and around the grounds without having to drive
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
top et calme
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Très beau séjour dans une magnifique propriété. Pierre et Elsa sont très accueillants et toujours disponibles pour donner des explications et des conseils. Ils ont rénové avec beaucoup de goût la maison du gardien qui a gardé son authenticité. Le logement est assez bien équipé, et la literie est de bonne qualité. La piscine n’est pas chauffée et est à partager avec les locataires des autres gîtes. Le domaine est très grand et offre de très jolies balades avec aussi la possibilité d’utiliser une barque pour découvrir la propriété au fil de l’eau.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradis

Nous avons passés une super semaine dans une jolie maison caractéristique , située dans un domaine fantastique. Propriétaire Pierre a réussi à réaliser beaucoup de confort dans le gîte. Bon point de départ pour faire des promenades à pie, en vélo ou en voiture!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023