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"les écureuils" 4* chateaux Azay le rideau

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Terrace/patio
Pool
Living area
Private kitchen
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101937.5 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Cheillé, Centre-Val De Loire
  • Place, Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Natural Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Château Azay-Le-Rideau
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Château de l'Islette
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

+2
1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed, 1 Crib and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

"les écureuils" 4* chateaux Azay le rideau

The cottage "squirrels" 4 *, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, will seduce you fail to hand the quality of the service, space, private pool, garden and wood not overlooked and its exceptional location in the heart the castles of the Loire (azay the curtain 4 km villandry 10 km, 7 km rigny ussé chenonceau 40 km, amboise 30 km and many troglodityques and sites.), Loire by bike and hiking locally. quiet village and close to any business with family or friends
A ground floor bedroom with en-suite shower room for people with reduced mobility
the beds are adjustable to accommodate adults or children
the cottage is equipped with every comfort, dishwasher, washing machine, dryer, iron, TV, DVD player, radio with playlist player, garden furniture, sunbath and outdoor sofa, barbecue
ecological cottage, natural materials, ecological central heating and fire of the winter, southern exposure, very bright,
loft spirit in the main room
The heated, secure pool is exclusively for you
The cottage can accommodate 10 people maximum
a cot is at your disposal as well as the small equipment
we provide all the household linen (sheets, towels, tea towels) with the exception of pool towels, the beds are made upon arrival, we offer if you wish a cleaning package at the end of your stay. A security deposit of 550 (not levied) will be required at the entrance and returned no later than one week after the stay.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

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

About the area

Cheille

Located in Cheille, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Château 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 Valley of the Goupillières and Saint-Benoit Aventure. 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.
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Cheillé, Centre-Val De Loire

What's nearby

  • Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Natural Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Château Azay-Le-Rideau - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Château de l'Islette - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Château de Villandry - 16 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Château de Chenonceau - 41 min drive - 70.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Q de Bouteille - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Auberge de XIIe Siècle - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪L'odette - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Paul - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Brasserie Des Halles - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

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

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

How much does it cost to stay at "les écureuils" 4* chateaux Azay le rideau?

As of 12 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at "les écureuils" 4* chateaux Azay le rideau on 20 Jun 2026 start from £137, 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 "les écureuils" 4* chateaux Azay le rideau pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at "les écureuils" 4* chateaux Azay le rideau?

On-site parking is available at the 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 a river, just steps away from Chateaux de la Loire and Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Natural Park. Château de l'Islette and Domaine Nicolas Paget are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was lovely! Perfect location, well equipped, was larger than it looks in the photos. Excellent hosts and perfect for our family visit. The pool was so nice in the hot weather!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location and property- hosts attentive when needed - exterior lovely, but could have a bit more polish ( missing flowers in pots around pool, missing lounge cushions and poor looking pergola) - overall a charming well equipped spacious and comfortable property in a fantastic location
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anne H.

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

Lovely holiday

Very comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was perfect to spend quality time with our daughter, son-in-law and grandchildren. Everything was great for card games round the patio table, volley-ball in the pool, and the location is wonderful with its chateaux and pretty villages.Laurence was the perfect host, ensuring that our stay went smoothly, and that we had an excellent holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful ,comfortable, tastefully renovated property, in a quiet location but with easy access to Loire and Vienne villages and chateaux. The kitchen equipment and appliances were just about complete. The pool and outside space was lovely- sunny areas and shade, with nice planting. The owners are so pleasant and helpful.We loved it, no complaints at all!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

W K.

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

Very nice stay at beautiful house

We had a wonderful stay. The host was very kind and welcoming, the house clean, spacious and well kept. A good starting place for visiting the Loire region.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

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

Family stay in August

We were really happy with our stay at this property. It was just as expected and the photos are an accurate representation of what it looks like.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Perfect for families

We were travelling with a disabled grandma, who enjoyed the ground floor room, grandad, son, daughter-in-law and two grandsons. We had a brilliant time, the house and pool were perfect! Lovely comfortable beds and everything you need for a really lovely family holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

denyse r.

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

Fantastic

We had a fantastic time , the villa was amazing and had everything you could ask for
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

sarah w.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

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

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

8/10 Good

Niels v.

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

The Squirrels

Despite mediocre weather we had a very pleasant stay in a well-equipped house. Especially the quiet and secluded garden and terrace were a plus, as well of course as the location, perfect to explore the Loire Chateaux.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham S.

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

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

Andrea B.

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

Holiday

Overall all very well and our family had a lovely holiday. Hosts were responsive to our initial questions. Pool lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe & Andie P.

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

Lovely home to relax with the family

We were looking for a family friendly home with a pool to escape to for a week following a stressful couple of years, and that’s exactly what we found in Cheille. Everything was easy, the weather great and we enjoyed walking in the forest, visiting Azay Le Rideau, Chinon, Tours and Langeais. We’d recommend Les Ecureuils to anybody looking for a similar break.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Chris C.

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

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

James C.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Terrific

We had a wonderful time. The villa was as described. It was very clean and very well equipped. The beds were very comfortable and the bedding very good. It was in a lovely setting, with a very nice swimming pool and the main town was not far away, so was very convenient to get to, by car, for gift shops (not many, but a few) and restaurants. You definitely need a car though to get around as everywhere is too far to get to if you walk. We did notice a bus stop within a couple of minutes walk from the villa, so I guess you can get about easily by bus but we never asked about this. The only thing that we were a little disappointed with was that there wasn’t a welcome pack and that would have been very good because we arrived late and had only half an hour to get to the supermarket to buy milk and cold drinks. We would definitely love to stay again although the next time we may fly because the drive is very long from the Euro Tunnel - 6/7 hours.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Achim G.

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

In the heart of Touraine

A warm welcome from Laurence with all the information about the house and the surrounding area. Very spacious house in a rural location, which is ideal for two families or friends, as there are two bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms at opposite ends of the building. The large combined living and dining room with open kitchen also offers enough space and seating for the specified number of people. We really liked the combination of the old building with modern elements, the equipment is very extensive and we didn't feel cold even in autumn, which is not a matter of course in old buildings. Shops, petrol station and restaurants can be found in Azay-le-Rideau, which can be reached by car in less than ten minutes. The number of excursion options is huge and there should be something for every preference. We felt very comfortable here and spent a great week in the heart of Touraine. Au revoir!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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

michael c.

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

June 2019

The property came up to our expectations. We had rented such accommodation before in France and this one was one of the best. It’s location was exactly what we wanted. Easy access to the Loire Château and wineries. The property was also easy to find when traveling to it from Paris, as we were. We were only 4 people in a property that obviously can house more. But all the facilities we wanted were available. The property is surrounded by a large garden with a good sized pool. Very rural which was what we wanted. As the weather was so good we only eat outside from the barbecue. Never used the cooker. There were some very minor issues but as the owner lives at the end of the road these were resolved quickly and easily Perfect place for a holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

AJ

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very comfortable and enjoyable 2-week holiday staying in this charming and very well-equipped property. The property is light, airy, spacious and effectively can be used as a holiday for two families or groups should they want or need their own space. Laurence lives very close by and was very easy to contact. She was friendly, pleasant, attentive, and helpful and not in any way intrusive. The online pictures are a very accurate representation of the house and gardens. The property has easy access to several chateaux and interesting local towns (Chinon, Bourgeuil, Saumur, Langeais) and is a 5-minute drive from Azay-le-Rideau. The downstairs bedroom is wonderfully cool in hot weather and quiet. The owner supplied plenty of good fans to use in the hot weather in other parts of the house. The surroundings and gardens were extensive, very attractive and quiet affording lots of privacy and different areas for our family to enjoy relaxing and playing and ready access to local and immediate walks in adjacent forests. A delightful spot. This is a very good area for cycling providing varied and interesting routes either near to the Loire river or through pretty villages. The swimming pool is heated and secured and is in the garden which makes it very convenient and a great asset to your holiday.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A great place to stay and relax with many beautiful chateaus nearby

We arrived later in the evening than expected so didn’t meet our host until the following morning, but access to the property was easy and straightforward. The directions to the property were easy to follow. The house was clean and well equipped and the pool was wonderful to relax in after a day sightseeing. We were a party of 3 adults in a house for 10 people so we didn’t use all the bedrooms. The kitchen was well equipped and spacious and there were 3 bathrooms. The downstairs bedroom was cool and easily accessible being in what must have been the original house. However, I think a young family may struggle with the open tread staircase off the living room and up to the first floor bedroom. Again 3 adults so not a problem for us. Laurence our host was able to give recommendations for bike hire, chateaux and restaurants to visit. One other thing to note is the security deposit in cash, euros, to be given on arrival, this was returned in full when we departed, but we then had lots of euros to convert back to our own currency on return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivier E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Très belle rénovation, aménagements agréables et pratiques à vivre, très bien équipé. A proximité d'Azay le Rideau, Chinon et Tours, aniomations, visites et commerces
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

FRANCOIS B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nous sommes ravis de notre séjour dans le gîte les écureuils.le gîte est spacieux et très bien entretenu.gite très calme ouvert sur la nature , possibilité de faire de belles balades.Les commerces essentiels sont à proximité.Laurence est très à l'écoute et très attentionnée.Nous reviendrons
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

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