Location: Bourgueil, Centre-Loire Valley, France, Europe
Accommodations: Villa, 1 Bedroom + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 1 Bath (Sleeps 2)
Keywords: spacious studio apartment
Château des Sablons is a beautiful 18th century château with a white stone façade. It is ideally situated on the edge of the medieval markettown Bourgueil which is amidst some the greatest castles in the heart of the Loire Valley.
The Arbor View Suite is a particularly spacious studio suite that is ideal for a couple wanting to experience the romantic past of a French château. It is located on the top floor in the main wing of the château, and has beautiful views of the grounds and the surrounding countryside.
This suite accommodates up to two guests, and allows for the perfect vacation no matter your pleasures.
Activities also abound in the area. Visit other châteaus, tour museums, and taste the area's fine wines and cuisine. Enjoy numerous outdoor activities that include: watersports on the lakes and rivers (swimming, windsurfing, waterskiing, canoeing, and sailing), hunting, fishing, golf, and walking or cycling in the beautiful countryside and forests.
Enjoy numerous outdoor activities that include: watersports on the lakes and rivers (swimming, windsurfing, waterskiing, canoeing, and sailing), hunting, fishing, golf, and walking or cycling in the beautiful countryside and forests.
Guests in the Arbor View Suite are able to enjoy the swimming pool and grounds of the château. The grounds are designed to provide an enclave of peace and quiet and guests are encouraged to use the various tables and chairs in the park seating areas for coffee, drinks and meals. The château makes a great place to relax after a day of sightseeing or even in place of a day of sightseeing.
This suite is located on the top floor of the Château des Sablons with access via the circular staircase in the main tower of the Château on the 2eme etage (French counting) or third floor (American counting).
Comfortable king-sized bed in the bedroom.
Charming eating and relaxing areas.
This suite has it's own bathroom with bathtub, shower, sink, and a toilet.
The kitchenette area is meant to serve light cooking needs, and includes: a refrigerator, microwave, coffeemaker, sink, and a hot water pot. Please note that there is no oven or cook top available in this suite.
Services include: • Linens • Towels available for 10 Euros per person per week • Iron and Ironing board • Parking available • WiFi Internet Access • TV with an Apple TV on demand entertainment system that includes access to an extensive library of over 500 English language movies and TV shows, and access to international news podcasts.
Sightseeing:
You can choose to visit the area by foot, bicycle, train, or auto.
By Foot:
The Château des Sablons is only a 15 minute stroll from the center of Bourgueil. The town is well endowed with shops, including three butcher shops, five bakeries, three café-bars, five restaurants, a wonderful patisserie and a good newsagent’s shop for newspapers, etc. In addition there are two supermarkets, one in town that stays open Sunday morning and one just on the outskirts, the huge HyperU Supermarket.
The town is prosperous and enjoyable, and a center of wine production. The A.O.C. of Bourgueil is present on every wine list of any size in France and visiting the neighboring wineries (you’ll pass vines on the way into town) is one of our guest’s favorite activities.
By Auto:
The Château has a very convenient location, being only 3.5 km from an exit from the A85 motorway. This allows you immediate access to the motorway and speeds you to some of the further distance châteaus such as Amboise (less than an hour), Chenonceau (45 minutes), Langeais (15 minutes), Villandry (20 minutes), Chinon (15 minutes), Saumur (25 minutes), Montosreau (15 minutes), Angers, Azay le Rideau….
By Bicycle:
The Loire Valley in the part of France which is the most bicycle-friendly. A separate bike path has just been constructed between the center of Bourgueil and the Loire. This kind of construction is becoming more common in the area. (A several hundred kilometer bike path runs along the south bank levee of the Loire.)
There are plenty of guides for visiting the region by bicycle, but the immediate area has three bike circuits of about 40 km that provides visitors with a unique visit to the area. One focuses on the vineyards and wine-producing areas, another on the old ports on the Loire, and another takes you up into the hills and along the Chaungeon to see the mills, etc.
You can also combine bicycle tours with the train to extend your range. Almost all local trains from the Port Boulet station 3.5 km from the château carry bicycles. This allows you to ride to Saumur on the bike and then take the train home, for instance.
For additional info, photos, and testimonials search HISTORIC RENTALS ARBOR VIEW SUITE in Google's search engine!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided
- Beds
- King Bed
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- Video Library
- Shared Pool
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sailing
- Waterskiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Antiquing
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Jun 23-Jul 13 & Aug 25-Sep 14: $575/4 nights..$800/week .. $115/additional night
Jul 14-Aug 24: $725/4 nights .. $1065/week .. $145/additional night
Sep 15-Oct 31: $485/4 nights .. $685/week .. $85/additional night
Nov 01-Dec 18: $435/4 nights .. $635/week .. $85/additional night
Dec 19-Jan 8: $485/4 nights .. $685/week .. $85/additional night
Jan 09-Mar 05: $435/4 nights .. $635/week .. $85/additional night
Mar 06-Jun 01: $460/4 nights .. $635/week .. $85/additional night
Jun 02-Jun 22: $515/4 nights .. $775/week .. $115/additional night
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Property Photos
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- Comfortable king-sized bed and charming dining - Bourgueil, France Vacation Villa near Museums and Restaurants
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- Charming kitchen and dining area. - Bourgueil, France Vacation Villa near Museums and Restaurants
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- Modernized bathroom with tub and shower. - Bourgueil, France Vacation Villa near Museums and Restaurants
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- Modernized bathroom with tub and shower.
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- Cozy sitting area.
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- Comfortable king-sized bed near a window with a nice view.
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- Comfortable king-sized bed near a window with a nice view.
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- Enjoy the pool on the grounds of the chateau.
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- View of the chateau from the pool garden areas.
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- Enjoy the beautiful grounds of the chateau.
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- Take a relaxing stroll through the grounds of the chateau during your stay.
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- View of the chateau at night.
Traveler Reviews (3)
A lovely place to stay in the Loire Valley
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/14/11
Review Submitted: 10/11/11
Chateau des Sablons is a charming spot for a Loire holiday and the Arbor View Suite was excellent. It exceeded expectations in comfort and decor. It was special to be staying in a chateau and our hosts were very welcoming. Bourgueil is perfect for touring west of Tours; it is a bit of a drive to get to the sights east of Tours. We were particularly appreciative of a lot of useful planning information from Historic Rentals before we left home - they answered all our questions promptly and added a lot of detail, eg, how to navigate Charles de Gaulle airport and train station. Two small things - we wonder why towels are extra at the chateau as so many travel from afar - better to add $5 a day to the price as the extra just seems to be 'nickle and dime-ing' the guest. And Bourgueil in particular and French directions in general can be very confusing - a good map of the town would be helpful in the otherwise very detailed Concierge Book. We highly recommend this accomodation and the experience!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, age 55+.
Thanks for making us feel welcome at the chateau!
Guest: Jennifer and Jessica G.
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Date of Stay: 05/22/11
Review Submitted: 05/23/11
We had such a wonderful stay in Bourgueil at the Chateau des Sablons. With so much to see in the area, your suggestions and tips really helped us make the most of our short time there. Also, the peace and quiet at the chateau was just what we needed after the hustle and bustle of Paris. Thank you for making us feel welcome. We hope that we are lucky enough to someday return. Jennifer and Jessica G. Clearwater, FL USA
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