Thinking of going to this area. We went last year and, although we had a lovely gite etc, we were a bit underwhelmed by the bit we were in - near Niort. The countryside was a bit flat and not super picturesque/not that many interesting villages etc. We didn't venture too far exploring, so we were wondering what it's like a bit further south - round St Jean d'Angely or Saintes or Gemozac? Are the beaches nice for little ones at Meschers and St Georges?
If you know the area, I'd love to hear your thoughts?