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Charming cottage *** surrounded by nature, in the heart of the Loire chateau

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
A heated pool
Outdoor dining
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5120 sq m

Popular amenities

10 out of 10
Guests loved the amenities.
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Parking available
    Parking available

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming cottage *** surrounded by nature, in the heart of the Loire chateau

Anne and Michel LEBRUN are pleased to welcome you to this cottage nestled in the Touraine countryside, in the heart of the château of the Loire Valley, which was created in one of the outbuildings of their 19th-century farmhouse.
Entirely renovated with respect for tradition, it is an ideal starting point to take full advantage of the cultural and tourist attractions of Touraine, the cradle of French Royalty for centuries.

This Independent building built with tuffeau stones for 120 sqm can accommodate five people.
It is composed of:
• A beautiful fully equipped kitchen
• A large living room with a wood stove
• A 2-person bedroom with a queen-size bed (160 cm) with private shower room
• A 3-person bedroom with three beds (90 cm) with private shower room
• A large south-facing patio with a garden furniture
• Shared with the owner :
- A garden for 5 000 sqm
- A Petanque field
- A heated swimming pool of 8 x 4 m, in service from June to September

Located 2 km from the Loire, close to many of the most famous château of the Loire Valley: Chenonceau, Amboise, Villandry, Azay-le-Rideau, Chinon and many others. The region offers many cultural and sporting activities: Zoological parks, museums, cycling, hiking, canoeing, etc.
The city of Tours, 15 km away, invites you to stroll through its historic centre and dine in one of its many restaurants.

Property manager

Anne et Michel LEBRUN

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Fenced private pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,292 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 not allowed

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 le Clos de la Réserve

About the area

Map
CINQ-MARS-LA-PILE, Indre-et-Loire

What's nearby

  • Château de Villandry - 14 min drive
  • Place Plumereau - 20 min drive
  • Saint-Gatien Cathedral - 22 min drive
  • Vinci International Convention Centre - 22 min drive
  • Parc des Expositions de Tours - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Cinq-Mars-la-Pile Station - 6 min drive
  • Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aire des Jardins de Villandry - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪La Doulce Terrasse - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪La Maison du Passeur - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪La Conciergerie - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Grottes Pétrifiantes - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming cottage *** surrounded by nature, in the heart of the Loire chateau have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Charming cottage *** surrounded by nature, in the heart of the Loire chateau pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming cottage *** surrounded by nature, in the heart of the Loire chateau?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cottage *** surrounded by nature, in the heart of the Loire chateau?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming cottage *** surrounded by nature, in the heart of the Loire chateau located?

This family-friendly Cinq-Mars-la-Pile holiday home is located on a river, 5.6 mi (9 km) from Château de Langeais, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Botanical Garden and Prébendes d'Oé Garden. Pole Karting Service and Maurice Dufresne Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Charming cottage *** surrounded by nature, in the heart of the Loire chateau Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location and lovely, relaxing holiday.
This property was spotless and had everything we could possibly have wanted. The swimming pool area was the icing on the cake. The owners were so helpful and the perfect hosts. Fabulous.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M., Moray, Scotland

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous Gite
A lovely converted farm building in a very quiet area. Good range of facilities available and a fantastic pool. We had a lovely time in the surrounding area and good fun on the petanqe piste. Definitely a good choice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dilip N., Wirral, UK

Liked: Cleanliness
A brilliant stay
Thank you Anna and Michael for a wonderful stay. Your Gite is beautiful and we wish we could have stayed longer if time permitted. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A taste of paradise In the Loir Valley
This property is one of the most delightful we have stayed at. Micheal and Anne, are the most thoughtful and charming couple you would wish to meet. The property is secluded and ideal for a quiet holiday The facilities provided by the owners are very comprehensive and attention has been given to every detail. The swimming pool and Patio areas are the icing on the cake. The area is central to some wonderful restaurants and markets Would I stay there again? most definitely Thank you Micheal and Anne.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay in the Loire countryside
Beautiful house which is a converted stable. The two bedrooms were perfect for myself, husband & 2 children (ages 4&6). The kitchen area was massive and very well appointed - we loved picking up food supplies from local market/shops, spending afternoon by pool, then having a BBQ early evening. Michel & Ann looked after us very well!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Smethurst
We had a wonderful week in the Loire. The gite was very clean and well equipped. There was lots of information available on local tourist attractions. The swimming pool was very welcome in the heat. Anne and Michel were excellent hosts and very friendly. A perfect relaxing holiday for either couples or families. Ideally situated for exploring the towns and chateau of the Loire.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely House
Very well equipped and lovely hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Lovely property with perfect outdoor seating area and beautiful pool which was cleaned daily. Hosts were on hand if we needed anything but we didn't have to ask for anything. Would recommend staying at this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dean D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great countryside cottage
The house exceeded our expectations. A lovely secluded location accessible to major roads, near the Loire river with ample supermarkets and necessities nearby. Our hosts, Michel and Anne are a lovely couple. They were very helpful with recommendations about local places to dine and chateaux to visit that were less crowded than the ones on everybody’s list to see. Their English was much better than our French! Due to unforeseen circumstances, we arrived at the house just before midnight and Michele was so understanding, and it was not an issue at all. The house is clean, had a washer (No dryer, as is typical but a drying rack and ample sunshine to dry your clothes) and a very comfortable kitchen with a full sized refrigerator. A bottle of sparkling wine awaited us upon our arrival!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronique S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet retreat
Beautiful house. It was clean and well equipped. We really enjoyed the property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection
Our stay at Le Clos de la Reserve was lovely. The Gite was stunning from top to bottom, extremely clean and comfortable and had everything we needed. The setting is perfect, surrounded by fields and woodland, ideal if looking to get away and enjoy peace and quiet. The heated pool was ideal to enjoy the sunshine and of a decent size for swimming and playing with the kids. Anne and Michel were perfect hosts, meeting us on arrival and talking us through the gite and providing all the information we needed. Thank you for a wonderful stay, and we hope to return one day
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosalind H., Worthing

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house and peaceful location
A beautiful home in a glorious peaceful spot, perfect for exploring the Loire Valley
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil spot for chateaux visits
What a haven this cottage was in the mini heatwave during our visit! Was great to return to our cool gite and appealing pool after hot days out exploring chateaux. The owners were friendly, helpful and let us practise our French on them!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

rachael w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
The house was stunning. Very rustic feel to it which was perfect for a French stay. Pool was great and much needed as we had the most amazing weather. Everything you would need for a family stay. If I could make one suggestion it would be to put out some outside comfortable seating on the patio to enjoy the stunning views. The dining chairs and table were great but after an hour or so got a lille uncomfortable to really relax in.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home, great location
Our hosts were as lovely as the home. The location made this a perfect jump-off point to explore the many sites in the nearby area. We really could not have asked for more.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Agnes D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and relaxing setting.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the beautifully renovated cottage. The kitchen is very well equipped with everything we needed. The hosts are very friendly and helpful. We came at Christmas time and there was even a Christmas tree set up. The weather did not allow for outdoor eating, but I am certain it would be lovely in warmer times. This is the perfect place to get away and relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Renata H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet getaway
Great stay with friendly hosts and interesting wildlife. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verena S.

Liked: Cleanliness
perfekte Urlaubswoche inmitten vieler Schlösser und einem super eingerichteten Ferienhaus
Das cottage war einzigartig, die Einrichtugn hatte alles und mehr was man in einem Ferienhaus benötigt. Anne und Michel Lebrun sind sehr nett und zuvorkommend. Die Ideen von Anne, welche Schlösser in direkter Umgebung man unbedingt anschauen sollte, waren super. Die Kommunikation war auf englisch und französisch problemlos möglich! Der beheizte Pool läd jeden Tag zum planschen und schwimmen ein und wird täglich gereinigt. Ein rundum perfeker Urlaub an der Loire!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

daniel v.

Liked: Cleanliness
séjour agréable au calme au beau milieu de nombreux buts de visite
séjour agréable au calme au beau milieu de nombreux buts de visite (châteaux, caves, monuments, bons restos ...
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Muriel M.

beau lieu
Endroit très calme
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

J P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice peace and quiet
Lovely house with all comfort and swimming pool
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pascal G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Séjour calme et confortable
Séjour très agréable dans ce gite spacieux et confortable. Nous avons également beaucoup apprécié la terrasse et la piscine. Hôtes sympatiques et de bon conseil pour les bonnes adresses aux alentours (Balades,visites et restaurants).
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fabienne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Très bon séjour.
Nous avons passé un très bon week-end dans ce gîte qui a répondu à toutes nos attentes.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hanne T.

Liked: Cleanliness
leuke vakantie gehad
mooi huis - proper - rustig gelegen - zeer sympathieke eigenaars - mooie omgeving, kortom topvakantie!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fabienne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sejour de pâques
Dépaysement garanti environnement reposantc et buccolique
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023