In the Pays de la Loire, Driing brings together holiday rentals offered directly by their owners, from the Vendée bocage and the Puy du Fou to the Atlantic coast. Within easy reach of the Brittany ferry ports and Nantes airport, the Vendée has long been a favourite with British families. The median price is €80 per night (typically €70 to €180). For properties also listed on Airbnb or Booking.com, booking direct works out on average 18% cheaper for the same home.

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Why book direct in the Pays de la Loire

Every property on this page is booked directly with its owner, with no platform commission added to what you pay. The saving is real: for holiday rentals in the region that are also listed on Airbnb or Booking.com, the direct price is on average 18% lower for the same home on the same dates. Over a family week, that often adds up to hundreds of euros.

The price you see is the one set by the host, with no middleman between you and the person welcoming you. Same home, better price.

Where to stay: the Vendée, the Atlantic coast and Anjou

The region is built around three areas that most travellers look for:

• The Vendée bocage and the Puy du Fou, around Les Herbiers and Sèvremont: gîtes and B&Bs less than thirty minutes from the park, in high demand in season.
• The Atlantic coast, from Saint-Jean-de-Monts to La Baule via the Brière: beaches, salt marshes and seaside resorts.
• Anjou and the south of the Loire (Chanzeaux, Chemillé, Clisson): quiet houses among vineyards and the banks of the Loire, with the Marais Poitevin to the south.

Types of property and prices

Properties range from B&Bs near La Baule or in the Nantes vineyards to family gîtes in the Vendée bocage, as well as characterful houses in Anjou, including a former watermill.

Prices reflect this variety:

• Apartment or small gîte: around €70 to €90 per night
• Family house: €100 to €180 per night
• Large house (groups): more, depending on capacity

The most common amenities are Wi-Fi, free parking, a barbecue and a garden; some houses also have a pool or a hot tub.

What to see in the Pays de la Loire

The highlights are easy to reach from most properties:

• The Puy du Fou, voted the world's best theme park several times
• The beaches of the Vendée coast and Saint-Jean-de-Monts
• La Baule and its bay
• The Marais Poitevin, the “Green Venice”
• Italian-style Clisson and the Nantes vineyards

To get around, the Vélodyssée follows the Atlantic coast, the Loire à Vélo crosses Anjou, and the Marais Poitevin is best explored by boat.

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Frequently asked questions

Is booking direct in the Pays de la Loire really cheaper?

‍Yes. For properties in the region also listed on Airbnb or Booking.com, the price booked direct through Driing is on average 18% lower for the same home, because no platform commission is added to what you pay.

How much does a holiday rental in the Pays de la Loire cost?

‍The median price is €80 per night, typically between €70 and €180 depending on the size of the property, the area and the season. Small gîtes start at around €70, and family houses cost between €100 and €180.

Where should I stay to visit the Puy du Fou?

‍Most properties near the park are in the Vendée bocage, around Les Herbiers, Sèvremont and Saint-Laurent-sur-Sèvre, less than thirty minutes from the Puy du Fou, and suit family stays of two or three nights.

When is the best time to visit the Pays de la Loire?

‍May to September for the coast and swimming; spring and early autumn are ideal for the Puy du Fou, Anjou and the Marais Poitevin, with fewer crowds. Summer is the peak season on the coast, so it is best to book early.

Can I stay by the sea in the Pays de la Loire?

‍Yes: several properties are on the Atlantic coast, from Saint-Jean-de-Monts in the Vendée to La Baule and the Brière in Loire-Atlantique, a few minutes from the beaches.