Villa Gardenia
Listing Description
Discover a haven of luxury and elegance on the Ile de Ré, an 18th-century property magnificently renovated for prestigious stays. Located just 50 metres from the port of Saint-Martin de Ré, Villa Gardenia offers exclusive services in an enchanting setting combining nature and unique architecture. Offering incredible spaces such as an immense glass roof and very pleasant living areas, every moment spent here is an invitation to relaxation and pleasure. The exterior, with its wooded grounds and movable swimming pool, offers moments of serenity under the island’s gentle sunshine.
Bedrooms
On the first floor, there are four suites and a 15m2 single room (ideal for a nanny or babysitter). On the second floor are the two suites.
The suites measure between 38 and 42 m².
Room 1
Room, 2nd floor. This bedroom has 1 double bed 180 cm. Bathroom private, with bathtub, shower. WC in the bathroom. This bedroom includes also air conditioning, TV, safe, dressing room, fan.
Room 2
Room, 2nd floor. This bedroom has 1 double bed 180 cm. Bathroom private, with bathtub, shower. WC in the bathroom. This bedroom includes also air conditioning, TV, safe, dressing room.
Room 3
Room, 1st floor. This bedroom has 1 double bed 180 cm. Bathroom private, with shower. WC in the bathroom. This bedroom includes also air conditioning, TV, safe, dressing room.
Room 4
Room, 1st floor. This bedroom has 1 double bed 180 cm. Bathroom private, with shower. WC in the bathroom. This bedroom includes also air conditioning, TV, safe, dressing room.
Room 5
Room, 1st floor. This bedroom has 1 double bed 180 cm. Bathroom private, with shower. WC in the bathroom. This bedroom includes also air conditioning, TV, safe, dressing room.
Room 6
Room. This bedroom has 1 double bed 180 cm. Bathroom private, with walk-in shower. WC in the bathroom. This bedroom includes also air conditioning, TV, safe.
Room 7
Room, 1st floor. This bedroom has 1 single bed 140 cm. Bathroom private, with shower. WC in the bathroom. This bedroom includes also safe, fan.
Note: in bedroom 1, it is possible (on request) to add an extra bed for a child under 12.
Indoors
The house opens with a vast reception room featuring a welcoming fireplace. Three light-filled lounges offer sublime views of the garden, inner courtyard, patio and parkland, while the ‘Le Jardin d’Hiver’ dining room offers a convivial 45 m² south-facing space. The luxury Bulthaup kitchen, in oak and stainless steel, equipped with a cold zone, steam and classic cooking, and convenient access for a caterer, is a true gourmet’s dream.
Outdoors
Nestling in 2,500 m² of parkland, the setting is a poem of nature: fig, apple, hazelnut and maple trees provide a verdant backdrop all year round. Boxwood bushes, white roses, star jasmine and Spanish laurel add an elegant, fragrant touch. The square vegetable garden with its chestnut plessis is a source of aromatic herbs, red fruit and a variety of vegetables.You can also enjoy the beautiful swimming pool with removable floor* (10 x 5m – Depth: 1.5m).
xThe parking can accommodate up to 5 cars.
* The pool is heated from April to September.
Staff & Services
Please note that services vary according to the season:
– In July and August, continental breakfast is delivered and rooms and common areas are cleaned daily. A butler is also on duty from 8am to 1pm.
– In May, June and September: continental breakfast delivered and rooms and common areas cleaned daily.
– In low season: no service included.
In July and August, you can have brunch at the 4-star hotel to which the villa is attached (on request and at an additional cost – service from 8am to 1pm).
You will also have access (on request and at an additional cost) to the hotel’s Spa Clarins, which offers a range of treatments and massages (3 cabins with top-of-the-range treatment tables, 1 Pedispa cabin, quality hand and foot beauty treatments, Hammam, outdoor Jacuzzi sensory shower, frigidarium, private garden, relaxation lounge, ‘Chic des Plantes’ organic herbal tea room).
Other services also available on request (at an additional cost): Home chef, butler, your shopping is done and put away on your arrival, ironing, evening service (rooms are prepared for the night and bathrooms refreshed, change of bed linen every three days, baby sitting.
Rental
This exceptional property is ideally located on the Ile de Ré, just 50 metres from the picturesque port of Saint-Martin de Ré. The house is easily accessible. La Rochelle, with its train station and airport, is just 25 minutes away. Just a few minutes’ walk away is the 4-star hotel to which the villa is attached, adding an extra touch of charm to your stay.
