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"les écureuils" 4* chateaux Azay le rideau

Lakefront cottage with private pool and kitchen

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Pool
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds
Living area
Dining
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101938 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Cheillé, Centre-Val De Loire
  • Popular LocationChateau Azay-Le-Rideau7 min drive
  • Popular LocationChateau de l'Islette7 min drive
  • Popular LocationValley of the Goupillières9 min drive
  • AirportTours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley)35 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

"les écureuils" 4* chateaux Azay le rideau

Lakefront cottage with private pool and kitchen
This cottage features Access to hot tub, a garden and barbecues. The cottage has 4 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a patio. A kitchen comes with a fridge and an oven, and guests will also find upscale touches, such as a private pool and a fireplace. Housekeeping is available on request.
Guest accommodation at this cottage offers private pools and fireplaces. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

This Cheille cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the cottage include Access to hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

yannick barranca

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Heated pool
  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: uniquement a l exterieur

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • In a rural location
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Tennis on site
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1938 sq ft (180 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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
Cots are available on request at the property

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 is a carbon monoxide detector 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 deadlock
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

"squirrels" 4 Heated Pool / the Loire Valley / Azay the Curtain

About the area

Cheille

Located in Cheille, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Chateau de l'Islette and Maurice Dufresne Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Domaine Nicolas Paget and Pierre et Bertrand Couly. Travelling with kids? Consider Saint-Benoit Aventure and Maison de la Riviere. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.

What's nearby

  • Chateau Azay-Le-Rideau - 7 min drive
  • Chateau de l'Islette - 7 min drive
  • Valley of the Goupillières - 9 min drive
  • Chateau de Langeais - 14 min drive
  • Chateau de Villandry - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Rivarennes Station - 7 min drive
  • Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Au Bon Vin de Touraine - 6 min drive
  • Les Grottes - 7 min drive
  • Brasserie des Halles - 6 min drive
  • Le Petit Gousier - 7 min drive
  • I Fratelli - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does "les écureuils" 4* chateaux Azay le rideau have a pool?

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

Is "les écureuils" 4* chateaux Azay le rideau pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "les écureuils" 4* chateaux Azay le rideau?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "les écureuils" 4* chateaux Azay le rideau?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "les écureuils" 4* chateaux Azay le rideau located?

This family-friendly Cheille cottage is located on the riverfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Natural Park and Chateau de l'Islette. Domaine Nicolas Paget and Chateau Azay-Le-Rideau are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place and location in Loire
We would not hesitate to come here again. The property is much larger than it looks in the pictures and Laurence is a fantastic host. Everything is within a short drive, castles, market towns. Thank you for a memorable stay
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma R., Londres, Royaume-Uni

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacances de rêve!
maison magnifique, exactement comme annoncée, dans un lieu superbe, nous avons passés une très belle semaine au soleil au bord de la piscine et Laurence nous a beacoup aidé avec des recommendations, elle est même venue à notre secours le jour-même lors d'une coupure d'électricité pendant un gros orage! à ne pas manquer, merci encore Laurence
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

sarah w.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Squirrels Aug 23
Perfect house for our extended family holiday. Beautiful peaceful location, lovely warm pool and large garden. Would highly recommend for a large family group
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Recommended
Accommodation layout a little unusual, but oodles of space and all necessary facilities. Hosts are a delightful and friendly couple who live a short walk away. Any issues were resolved very quickly and plenty of helpful advice and recommendations. Perfect location for visiting the Loire Valley and all the main towns and chateaux.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with super facilities including parking, small pool, large outside terrace and a very large kitchen and dining area - perfect for large groups but with well designed areas for more privacy (with bedrooms on either side of the property). Laurence and Yannick are delightful hosts and live close by, and sorted out a very minor problem within minutes. The kitchen is well designed and easy to cook meals for a large group. With two bedrooms on either side of the property it is great for two families but the shared bathroom on one side of the upper house means it is better for parents and children to share (no real privacy for two sets of adults to use). The outside space is lovely, and we sat around the pool most afternoons (pool is small but perfect for cooling off). There is a cycle path just up from the house which takes you into nearby Azay which is stunning (around 10-15 minutes on a bike). Would highly recommend the house and would love to return to this beautiful area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent!
This is a wonderful property. Very clean, exceptionally well equipped and a perfect location tucked away in a quiet hamlet near Azay. We kept in touch with Laurence on our arrival day, and she came to the property as she lives a few doors away. Having the hosts close by gave us re-assurance in case we had any problems, but we didn’t. There is a large ground floor bedroom with a big en-suite. Above that room there is a huge bedroom with a cot, and two singles and a double. Plenty of room in that upstairs bedroom for a family to share. This upstairs bedroom has the use of a shower room and separate wc downstairs on the hallway. Across the other side of the house on the mezzanine floor there are two bedrooms that share a shower room with wc. These two rooms both had double beds in them. I think we had the option to have one of these rooms set up as a twin, but check that with the owner beforehand in case I’ve got it wrong. The swimming pool is lovely. Nice and warm, and a welcome relief on the hot days. Plenty of sun-loungers. A huge outdoor table and many chairs to seat a large group. The only VERY SMALL issue we had was in relation to the security deposit. We assumed from the wording on the website that it would be by way of a credit card scan, as it spoke about “not levied” and “returned within a week of your departure” but Laurence explained that she couldn’t process a credit card. We therefore had to use cash. Apparently in France cheques are still used a lot, and therefore many of their French guests hand over a cheque (which is not banked) and it is posted back after the property has been checked. As I said, not a major issue, but just to be aware to avoid confusion. We would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending this property- Yannick and Laurence are superb hosts and they have made Squirrels a wonderful retreat in which to enjoy the peace and quiet of the countryside in a cosy little corner of France. If we return to the area in the future this will be top of our list as a place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our Stay at "Squirrels"
This is a really lovely house, set in a hamlet in beautiful grounds, that are not overlooked, with woodland beyond the boundaries. We were 4 retired adults and there was plenty of space with a large kitchen/family room, plus a double en-suite bedroom, bathroom and toilet downstairs, plus the upstairs bedrooms. The pool is great, and maintained at a really comfortable 28 degrees. The owner is on hand to sort out any minor issues that might occur (none during our stay) and ready with helpful advice on the local area.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ernie B., Coalville

Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing place to relax!
The property is quite wonderful. In one of the hottest weeks of the year, we kept cool by dipping in and out of the pool. The garden and patio area are so lovely that we hardly spent any time inside the house, apart from sleeping. We would recommend it for two or three families, rather than four couples because the smallest bedroom and the larger one next to it share a "intimate" access to the bathroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Graham S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely place to stay in the Loire Valley
A really practical house for a family stay. In two halves, split by the large kitchen /diner/lounge, young children and parents can have one side, with generous bathroom provision, and grandparents can have the other. A lovely and very safe pool was a great hit. Our second stay, and we'll go again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Needed more time!
Absolutely loved the accommodation. The pool, the garden, the surrounding countryside everything perfect. Central to a number Chateau. Wish we had stayed longer. Jim
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022