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Charming cottage, the mill cottage in the heart of the Loire castles

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Terrace/patio
Exterior detail
Outdoor dining
Living area
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 245 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Varennes, Centre-Val De Loire
  • Cité Royale de Loches
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Château de Loches
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Collegiale de St-Ours
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Amboise (XAM)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Charming cottage, the mill cottage in the heart of the Loire castles

Small cozy nest for a couple in an old bread oven completely restored, to spend a relaxing or tourist stay among the castles of the Loire.

For your visits: we are located 8 min from Loches, 20 min from Chenonceau, 30 min from Amboise, 35 min from Azay le rideau, 50 min from Chinon, 40 min from Tours, ...

For your leisure: fishing on site in the private pond formerly used to feed the mill and many other nearby activities (karting, natural swimming pool, golf ...), 45 min from the Futuroscope in Poitiers, 45 min from the zoo from Beauval

To welcome you to this 45 m2 gîte, everything has been designed to make your life easier:
- Kitchen open to living room with: 2-burner halogen hob, combined microwave grill, fridge, utensils and cookware, dishes, Senséo coffee machine, toaster.
- Dining area open onto a terrace with: TV, DVD player, 2-seater sofa.
- Upstairs:
- Open and attic room with a XVIIth century framework preserved and restored: 140x190 bed, desk, armchair, clothes rack, iphone charger
- Shower room with wc.
- Independent terrace overlooking private garden and meadow with garden furniture, small covered passage.
cd, books, magazines at your disposal.
Access to the orchard of the property overlooking the pond formerly supplying the mill (fishing possible)

To lighten your luggage, we have chosen to provide free bed linen, tea towels, as well as a starter kit (trash bag, dishwashing liquid, oil, salt, pepper, sugar, tea, 1 roll of toilet paper). made upon arrival. (bathroom linen at an additional cost of 5 € / person)
If you wish, a cleaning fee of 25 euros is available to you to fully enjoy your stay.

Small to medium sized animal accepted on request with a supplement of 25 € for the duration of the stay.
Do not hesitate to contact us at 0770192387 for more information.

Property manager

Stéphanie Saintagne
Premier Host

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Prêt d'un lit parapluie pour un bébé
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
1 animal (calme et propre ,petit ou moyenne taille
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Uniquement sur la terrasse

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

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

About the area

Varennes

Located in Varennes, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Porte Picois and Cité Royale de Loches are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Château de Nitray and Caves du Père Auguste. Haute-Touche Zoological Reserve and Chataeu, Park and Gardens of Azay le Ferron are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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Varennes, Centre-Val De Loire

What's nearby

  • Cité Royale de Loches - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Château de Loches - 12 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Collegiale de St-Ours - 12 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Château de Chenonceau - 40 min drive - 42.3 km
  • Zoo Parc Beauval - 46 min drive - 46.6 km

Getting around

  • Loches Station - 11 min drive
  • Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sforza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Le Caravage - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Luccotel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant le Colombier - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪La Pendule - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming cottage, the mill cottage in the heart of the Loire castles located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Porte Picois, Cité Royale de Loches and Château de Loches. Musée Lansyer and Collegiale de St-Ours are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Carla v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Rustig en authentiek huisje

We hebben heerlijke week gehad. Fijn huisje & mooie rustige omgeving
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Béatrice M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacances au calme

Séjour calme et reposant. Accueil plaisant et discret sans oublier la visite d’un écureuil et le miel délicieux des propriétaires.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valérie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Elisabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Notre séjour près de Varennes, un peu introuvable....

Naturellement c'était trop court, deux jours, trois nuits! Le lieu est très spécial, ce vieux moulin, vraiment chouette. Les hôtes charmants, mais assez absents, ce que nous avons trouvé dommage. C'est petit, mais suffisant pour deux personnes et les environs (tous ces châteaux) vraiment l'embarras du choix. De bons souvenirs donc!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Edith R.

Liked: Communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Trip

Mittelmässig Die Bettwäsche hat schmudelig ausgesehen und nicht frisch gerochen. Die Matratze ist sehr alt und muss dringend ersetzt werden. Nach vier Nächten war ich X-Fach zerstochen/zerbissen. Allenfalls Flohbisse. Der Nasszellenbereich nur mit Vorhang war unangenehm. Sind aus diesem Grund früher abgereist.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

LINDA W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it

We realy enjoyed our stay. Couldn't fault it at all and hope to go back at some point
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurence H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquilité et nature

séjour très agréable dans ce logement, parfait pour s'y reposer au calme . super accueil des propriétaires qui sont à la fois discrets et efficaces .Nous les remercions pour leur pleine confiance.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurence K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Belle excursion au calme

Logement authentique, calme et bien équipé dans un ancien moulin rénové, idealement situé au coeur d'une region historique. Les hôtes sont disponibles et discrets a la fois, une parenthèse enchantée pour le repos,des visites de châteaux ou des promenades au vert.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

florence f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

pause historique en Touraine

Loches, Villandry, Le grand Pressigny,... et le magnifique petit moulin de la Chaussée !
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ornella M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bucolique

Endroit calme avec beaucoup de charme.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Rudi G.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

zoveel potentieel, jammer genoeg onvoldoende benut

Eerste indruk was schitterend: je komt op een afgelegen, rustige, voormalige boerderij, met een beetje rommelige binnenplaats: het staat vol met leuke spullen (brocante), maar ook kapot materiaal. Typisch laissez-faire, laissez aller. Er zijn voldoende bijgebouwen om deze weg te bergen in afwachting van herstel, of gooi ze gewoon weg. De ontvangst was vriendelijk en hartelijk, maar niet echt proactief. We moesten zelf van alles vragen (waar vind je een bakker, supermarkt, etc...). Een infoblad hierover zou handig zijn. We betaalden extra voor een lakenset, waarvan de matrashoes te klein was (en dus elke nacht loskwam) en voor handdoeken, 1 stuk per persoon. De inrichting is goed maar minimaal en duidelijk goedkoop, dus geen topkwaliteit (net genoeg, minimum 1 afwas per dag nodig om rond te komen). De overdekte doorgang is zeer praktisch bij te warm of regenachtig weer, maar ook hier rommelig. De 2 BBQ's die er stonden, waren rijp voor het stort en dus onbruikbaar. De eigenares was wel zo vriendelijk onmiddellijk een nieuwe te voorzien, maar de kapotte bleven staan. De ruimte voor de vuilbakken was een klein stort. Ze hebben een geld om de molen te renoveren, maar opruimen kost geen geld en zo bekom je een propere en overzichtelijke ruimte voor de vuilbakken. En kun je de molen een meerwaarde laten zijn. Kortom de plaats mist liefde om het top te maken.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A vivre !

Un très joli moment de repos au milieu des visites de châteaux. . Ce gîte "au four à pain" a participé en grande partie à la réussite de mon séjour. Verdure, calme ,dégustation de miel et bbq .. que du bonheur grâce également à propriétaire d une très grande gentillesse. A faire et à recommander. !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ernst V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kleine, eenvoudige, fijn ingerichte gîte

We zijn erg fijn ontvangen door de eigenaresse! Huisje is net ruim genoeg voor 2 personen en is ‘plein d’ambiance’ in een rustige omgeving. Weliswaar moet je voor de beroemde kastelen wel een eindje rijden, maar dat is geen straf!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

noel m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

sublime

tres bon acceuil,un sejour parfait a refaire
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

ERIC O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charmant

Gîte très agréable, rien ne manquait, tout était très bien.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

isabelle l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Calme reposant cadre magnifique

L'hôte très agréable. Le gîte est très bien. Chaleureux. On s'y s'en bien
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

très bon

belle expérience
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely little hideaway

Charming and bijou little property close to Loches. Peaceful and perfect for a short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Francine F.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Semaine en Touraine

Logement petit mais mignon et il n'y manque rien. Jardin et nature sauvage permettant d'amener son chien sans problème. Un hic : Les poutres à l'étage nous obligent à baisser la tête mais on s'habitue. Propriétaires aimables et discrets
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sabine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bel endroit

Joli logement au calme et bien amenagé. Propriétaires disponibles et accueillants Alliance parfaite de l’ancien et du moderne concernant la rénovation du logement
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

We stayed here for a couple of nights on the way down to south west France. We were very comfortable plus there were some nice walks nearby as we were travelling with our dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erik M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Studio agréable avec visite d un ragondin le matin sur la Pelouse

Séjour sympathique Excellent pied à terre pour un mariage et visite des beaux châteaux aux alentours
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catrin Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sehr schön

Die FeWo ist ausreichend für eine Woche. Die Toilette ist durch einen Vorhang vom Schlafzimmer getrennt. Das Häuschen liegt ziemlich außerhalb, aber mit Auto ist alles erreichbar.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carole P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Location for a getaway

Total peace and quiet, a great place for relaxing. I used it as a base to view properties for sale so didn’t get to enjoy it as much as I’d have liked. Still close enough to lots of sightseeing. It was extremely hot during the last two days of my stay and a fan would have been welcome for the bedroom which is in the roof space. But the weather was unusually hot 🥵 39 degrees on the last two days. Many thanks to Stephanie who was really helpful especially when I couldn’t find it in the dark!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

brigitte D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Chambre difficile d’accès escalier de meunier mais en ce qui nous concerne nous avons été ravis du s

Très agréable à tout point de vue
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Stéphanie Saintagne

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Languages:

English, French

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests