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cottage in the heart of the Loire castles

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Exterior
TV, DVD player, books, video library
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Outdoor dining

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 680 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

cottage in the heart of the Loire castles

Furnished Tartan house dating from the 19th century located 20 km from TOURS, excellent starting point to visit the castles of the Loire located in a radius of 15 to 30 km (Chenonceau, Amboise, Azay the curtain, Villandry, Chaumont sur Loire, etc. .). housing including a living room with open kitchen fully equipped (dishwasher, stove ceramic hob, microwave, washing machine), big screen TV, wifi, a room with double bed on the ground floor, one with two single beds upstairs, another with double bed upstairs. garden with trampoline, swings, garden furniture and barbecue available. can accommodate a baby (high chair, plian bed, recliner) speaks English.

Property manager

PRIGENT Marie Pierre

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 861 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Cottage in the Heart of the Loire Castles Property
Cottage in the Heart of the Loire Castles Athée-Sur-Cher

About the area

Map
Athée-Sur-Cher, Centre-Val De Loire

What's nearby

  • Château de Nitray - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Château d'Amboise - 16 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Château de Chenonceau - 17 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Clos Lucé Castle - 17 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Château-Gaillard - 19 min drive - 14.4 km

Getting around

  • St-Martin-le-Beau Station - 4 min drive
  • Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Rocher des Violettes - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant du Pigeonnier - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jousset Bertrand - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪La Sarrazine - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪La Charbonnette - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is cottage in the heart of the Loire castles pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at cottage in the heart of the Loire castles?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at cottage in the heart of the Loire castles?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is cottage in the heart of the Loire castles located?

This family-friendly Athee-sur-Cher cottage is located on a river, 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Château de Nitray, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Grand Aquarium of Touraine and La Magnanerie de Saillans. Château d'aulan and Musée de la Clairette are also within 6 miles (10 km).

cottage in the heart of the Loire castles Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 49 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tom M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet spot with generous space
Lovely little break, and lots of space for the whole family. But the Vrbo listing is a 3rd party agent. We chose to book this property for all the amenities included only to find a week before that we'd be charged extra for bedding and towels, the property owner then saying she doesn't use Vbro and advertises through someone else and advertises for the extras on their site. Not a ruined holiday but added another level of worry when we only discovered this the day before getting on a ferry
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Spring S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and quant!
It was perfect location for all our chateaux excursions. Super nice hosts! Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Like staying in a story book home!
We arrived and were greeted by our host who showed us around. the building outside and in was exactly what we hoped. A rustic French country home (at least this American's pictures a country home). Plenty of room for all of us and space to eat outside or in. Walked down by the river, visited all the castles. Wonderful stay. He was patient with my husband's French, very friendly. highly recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great holiday location
The property is in a fantastic location to visit Château castles around the Loire. My family of 5 were very comfortable, the house was clean and spacious, and the owners helpful and friendly. We highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

Quaint, Quiet, Rustic
Quiet. Nice semi-rural location a short distance between two small villages with boulangeries and groceries. 10-15 min drive to Amboise with chateau, many restaurants, and a very large Sunday market. Hosts are pleasant & helpful. Internet can be a little intermittent at times. Easy parking.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

Leo M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sfeervol
Relatief kleine bedden en weinig comfortabele stoelen in een zeer sfeervolle, 150 jaar oude maar nette en schone gite. Verwarming is in oktober net toereikend.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Anton H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Baufällig und so nicht vermietbar
Als wir gesehen haben wie die Farbe von den Wänden blättert sowie die Feuchtigkeit und den Schimmel haben wir die Wohnung sofort wieder verlassen und uns eine andere Wohnung gesucht. Ob die Löcher und Fressspuren in den Sockelleisten wirklich von Mäusen stammen können wir dagegen nur vermuten.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Anne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
3 nuits à Athée
Très bon séjour. Communication très facile avec notre hôte
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

camille v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Repos
Gite rustique fonctionnel et confortable au calme avec tout ce qu'il faut. La literie est de très bonne qualité, top avec les enfants ( attention à l'escalier)! Ils ont apprécié le trampoline la balancoire leur grande chambre les jeux les BD. Proprietaires au petits soins. C'est une bonne adresse !
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gilles D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Très agréable séjour
Nous avons passé un très agréable séjour dans ce gîte à la campagne. C'est une maison ancienne qui est bien équipée, son charme nous a beaucoup plu et sa situation est parfaite pour visiter les châteaux et faire des promenades au bord du cher. Marie-Pierre et gilles nous ont très bien accueillis, nous reviendrons avec plaisir aux beaux jours.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Sylvie F.

Un agréable weekend
Nous avons passés un agréable séjour. Le village de Bléré est plaisant et nous avons apprécié le chateau de Nitray et la balade au bord du Cher. L'escalier est certes escarpé mais les chambres à l'étage sont spacieuses. Le logement est bien équipé et nous avons eu la chance de pouvoir profiter de l'extérieur car il faisait beau.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Emmanuelle R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Maison "dans son jus"
Après une semaine passée dans cette location, très surprise de la note élevée de ce gîte. Maison bien située pour visiter les châteaux de la Loire. En revanche, elle est "dans son jus" aucun investissement pour que les locataires se sentent bien. La maison dispose du minimum de confort pour accueillir : canapé et lits anciens inconfortables, lave vaisselle qui ne semble pas répondre aux normes et donne des décharges électriques, moisissures dans la salle de bain, peu adapté aux enfants en bas âge.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gite bucolique
Repos assuré dans un écrin de verdure.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Jean-Pierre H.

moyen
rien a dire
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

ANNE L.

Gite bien placé
Gite très bien placé, cadre agréable. Fonctionnement électrique du lave vaisselle à revoir car non conforme. l'équipement est suffisant pour quelques jours su place. propriétaires disponibles et agéreables.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

DOUMENC J.

bonne situation géographique.
attention, l'escalier menant au premier étage est abrupt et étroit. Pas de WC à l'étage donc, attention la nuit.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Andrea F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idealer Ausgangspunkt für die Besichtigung der Schlösser der Loire
Die geräumige Ferienwohnung mit viel Platz liegt in einem Weiler ca. 15 Minuten von Amboise entfernt. Die Ferienwohnung / Haus liegt optimal um die Schlösser der Umgebung zu besuchen. (z. B. Chenonceau 20 Minuten, Chambord 65 Minuten - Direkte Anbindung an die Landstraßen) Es gibt eine schöne Möglichkeit draußen unter dem Baum zu sitzen. Die Inneneinrichtung ist etwas in die Jahre gekommen, aber hat Charme. Es gibt mehrere Katzen auf dem Gelände.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amelie D.

Nous a bien dépanné
seule maison disponible à la dernière minute dans nos tarifs qui a bien dépanner pour passer quelques jours à proximité des châteaux de la Loire. Les enfants ont beaucoup apprécié le grand trampoline.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Christine N.

Jolie maison de pierres, arbres et nature mais pas très confortable
Jolie maison de pierres, arbres et nature mais pas très confortable. On ne sent pas l'investissement pour que l'on y soit bien. Pas de chaises longues, pas de petite attention à l'accueil comme une bouteille d'eau ou un jus de fruits au frais. Terrasse très proche de celle des propriétaires au point de pouvoir suivre leurs conversations, et de les entendre de notre lit quand ils reçoivent. Pas d'intimité. Souplesse au niveau horaires et réponse à nos questions mais sans plus.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

muriel m.

Liked: Cleanliness
très sympathique
maison très sympathique, alentours magnifiques
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raphael F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super emplacement
Super emplacement, propriétaires très sympas! Merci :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mireille B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sous l'ombrage d'un beau tilleul....
Gîte très agréable et bien agencé malgré un escalier intérieur un peu raide mais praticable. Au calme, dans un jardin ombragé et fleuri. Propriétaires mitoyens, discrets, serviables et chaleureux. Belles balades : le long du Cher, villages et châteaux de Touraine proches. Lieu propice au repos et aux visites.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

MULLER M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beau petit gîte
Un beau terrain et une belle localisation
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idéal en famille
Nous avons adoré le gîte simple, authentique ou l'on se sent à l'aise. Propriétaire accueillant et disponible.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Georges C., 74370 Naves Parmelan

Liked: Cleanliness
Charmante propriete
Lieu très calme et très agréable, idéal pour le repos
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021