Golfing in the Vendee

Golf is deceptively simple and endlessly complicated….

http://solent-art.co.uk/tag/snow/ The Vendee has long been synonymous with water based activities, but did you know there are 5 international courses within a 38km radius of Chateau la Foret, not to mention in the grounds of the Chateau they also offer a pitch and putt area, and for the more light hearted golfer a game of Mini-golf?

Each course offers something unique and is sure to challenge any level of golfer.

buy gabapentin online uk Les Fontelles, L’Aiguillon sur Vie, 12km

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The 18 hole course of Les Fontelles is located only 12km from the Chateau and is designed in the Norman style with water hazards, as well as oak and pine trees stretched over a 4 mile distance.

The club offers practice areas and equipment hire.

Tee times can be booked online, and prices start from 31€ in high season.

For more information or to book visit: http://fontenelles.bluegreen.com/en/the-club

Golf des Olonnes, Olonne sure mer, 16km

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The family-owned course is situated in the grounds of the historic Chateau de la Pierre Levee, and offers panoramic views of the Vendee, and is located close to the cosmopolitan beachside city of Les Sables d’ Olonne.

The course itself offers natural water hazards with lakes and ponds with plenty of sloping hills, making it a sporty and attractive course.

There are 2 distinct parts to the course, with the first 9 holes ideal for powerful drivers, whereas the back 9 offer the more strategic player the opportunity to shine with large bodies of water providing hazards.

Prices start at 40€ for 9 holes, and equipment hire available.

For more information or to book visit: http://www.golfdesolonnes.com/golf-des-olonnes/

La Domangere, Nesmy, 33km

Situated en route to La Rochelle, La Domangere has one of the highest slope ratings in France.

It is the ideal course for anyone looking to play a varied and exciting game, including playing the longest par five in France at 600m.

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The attractive course will challenge any player.

The club offers practice areas and equipment hire, and tee times can be booked online.

Prices start from 31€ in high season.

For more information or to book visit: http://domangere.bluegreen.com/en/the-club

Port Bourgenay, Talmont St Hilaire, 34km

Located on the outskirts of the historic Talmont St Hilaire, Port Bourgenay offers 2 18 hole courses.

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The first being a Championship course with views of the marina that winds itself through the forest.

The second is the only full sized pitch and putt course in France, and offers golfers of all abilities the chance to improve their game.

The club offers practice areas and equipment hire, and tee times can be booked online.

Prices start from 31€ in high season.

For more information or to book visit: http://port-bourgenay.bluegreen.com/en/the-club

St Jean de Monts Golf Club, St Jean de Monts, 38km

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Ranked as one of the Top 10 courses on the Atlantic coast, the course at St Jean de Monts is bordered by sandy beaches and pine forests, and offers views of the islands of Ile d’ Yeu and Nourmoutier.

The course itself has some demanding holes through evergreen woodland, and opens up for the last few holes for a true links finish.

The clubhouse and restaurant has a sundeck with views overlooking the ocean.

Equipement hire is available, with prices starting at 33€ for 9 holes.

For more information or to book visit: http://www.golfsaintjeandemonts.fr/en