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Domaine de la Chambaudière is a former monastery steeped in history, nestled in provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedroomsSleeps 19

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$3,353
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct

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About this property

Domaine de la Chambaudière is a former monastery steeped in history, nestled in

  • DOMAINE DE LA CHAMBAUDIÈRE — 8 BEDROOMS, POOL & FOREST

    Come together at Domaine de la Chambaudière, a former Carmelite monastery in the heart of the Loire Valley, just 10 minutes from Blois.

    Shared meals, a heated swimming pool from April to October, games of pétanque and woodland walks straight from the property: everything invites you to enjoy time with family and friends.

    This rental includes the main house and the small cottage, offering 8 bedrooms for up to 19 guests, including children and infants. A three-bedroom annex can be added on request at an additional cost, bringing the total capacity to 25 guests.

    A PLACE TO COME TOGETHER

    The shared living spaces allow your group to gather for meals, enjoy conversations by the lounge fireplace in winter or play a game of table football. Bedrooms are spread across two neighbouring buildings, giving everyone space for quieter moments too.

    We would be delighted to welcome you for a family holiday, a reunion with friends or a team retreat.

    BEDROOMS

    Main house — 6 bedrooms, sleeping up to 15 guests

    • Violette bedroom: one 180 cm-wide double bed, which can be arranged as two 90 cm-wide single beds, plus one 90 cm-wide single bed. Private bathroom and toilet.
    • Bleue bedroom: one 180 cm-wide double bed or two 90 cm-wide single beds. Private bathroom and toilet.
    • Verte bedroom: one 180 cm-wide double bed or two 90 cm-wide single beds. Bathroom and toilet in the corridor, shared with the dormitory.
    • Terracotta bedroom: one 160 cm-wide double bed or two 80 cm-wide single beds. Private shower and toilet.
    • Ground-floor bedroom: one 180 cm-wide double bed or two 90 cm-wide single beds, with its own bathroom and toilet.
    • Dormitory: four 90 cm-wide single beds.

    Please note: the dormitory is accessed through the Terracotta bedroom. This layout is particularly suited to families with children.

    Small cottage — 2 bedrooms, sleeping up to 4 guests

    • One bedroom with a 160 cm-wide double bed.
    • One bedroom with two 90 cm-wide single beds.

    Bed linen and bath towels are provided.

    OPTIONAL ANNEX

    Would you like additional bedrooms, or are you travelling with more than 19 guests? An annex can be added to your booking. It includes three bedrooms, each with a double bed that cannot be converted into twin beds and its own washbasin, plus two toilets and one shared bathroom.

    With this option, you will have 11 bedrooms across three neighbouring buildings, accommodating up to 25 guests.

    The annex is not included in the price of this listing. Please contact us before booking to confirm availability and the additional charge.

    SPACES AND AMENITIES

    For spending time together

    • A spacious lounge with a fireplace where your group can gather.
    • A dining room seating up to 25 guests.
    • A bar area and table football.

    For cooking together

    • A range cooker with five burners and three ovens.
    • Several refrigerators and freezer space.
    • De’Longhi bean-to-cup coffee machines and a filter coffee maker.
    • Crockery and cooking utensils for group meals.

    For enjoying the outdoors

    • A swimming pool with a protective enclosure, open and heated from April through October, from 9 am to 8 pm.

    To respect our neighbours’ peace and quiet, outdoor music is permitted until 10 pm. You may then continue your evening indoors, while respecting the property and our neighbours.

    PETS

    Pets are not permitted.

    PARKING AND GETTING HERE

    The property is in Molineuf, approximately 10 minutes from Blois and its railway station. Parking is available for up to 15 cars. Electric vehicle charging is available on request at an additional cost.

    We look forward to welcoming you to La Chambaudière for a memorable stay with family and friends.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city centre
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Foosball table
  • Heated pool
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycles
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property accepts cash
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
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 and 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

This property does not have any lifts
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

About the area

Located in Valencisse, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Musée d'Histoire Naturelle and Maison de la Magie are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Les P’tits Clous and International Garden Festival of Chaumont-sur-Loire. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, ecotours and horse riding nearby. Visit our Valencisse travel guide
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Molineuf, Loir-et-Cher

What's nearby

  • A grand castle with multiple towers and turrets, surrounded by a white fence and tall trees.
    Chateaux de la Loire
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A historic courtyard with cobblestone paving, ornate buildings, and a prominent tower.
    Royal Château of Blois
    12 min drive - 10.1 km
  • A historic building with a large tower and multiple spires, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.
    Château de Chambord
    43 min drive - 31.0 km
  • A historic castle with a moat and a bridge, reflecting in the water.
    Château de Chenonceau
    56 min drive - 67.6 km
  • Maison de la Magie
    13 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • Blois-Chambord Station
    14 min drive
  • Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley)
    52 min drive

Restaurants

  • Boulangerie Marlau
    10 min drive
  • L'Hôte Antique
    11 min drive
  • La Duchesse Anne
    11 min drive
  • Au rendez-vous des Pêcheurs
    11 min drive
  • Ben's Blues Bar
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Domaine de la Chambaudière is a former monastery steeped in history, nestled in have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Domaine de la Chambaudière is a former monastery steeped in history, nestled in?

As of 7 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Domaine de la Chambaudière is a former monastery steeped in history, nestled in on 9 Oct 2026 start from NZ$3,353, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Domaine de la Chambaudière is a former monastery steeped in history, nestled in pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Domaine de la Chambaudière is a former monastery steeped in history, nestled in?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Domaine de la Chambaudière is a former monastery steeped in history, nestled in?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Domaine de la Chambaudière is a former monastery steeped in history, nestled in?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Domaine de la Chambaudière is a former monastery steeped in history, nestled in located?

This family-friendly Valencisse holiday home is located on a river, 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Chateaux de la Loire, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Musée d'Histoire Naturelle and Les P’tits Clous. International Garden Festival of Chaumont-sur-Loire and Les Jardins de l'Évêché are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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