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Charming cottage, the mill cottage in the heart of the Loire castles
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2484.4 sq ft
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Varennes, Centre-Val De Loire
- Place, Château de Loches9 min drive
- Place, Cité Royale de Loches10 min drive
- Place, Collegiale de St-Ours10 min drive
- Airport, Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley)51 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.
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.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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Check in after 4:00 PM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events
No events allowed
Pets
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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Important information
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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
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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
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About the area
Varennes
Located in Varennes, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Porte Picois and Château 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.

Varennes, Centre-Val De Loire
What's nearby
- Château de Loches - 9 min drive - 11.9 km
- Cité Royale de Loches - 10 min drive - 12.3 km
- Collegiale de St-Ours - 10 min drive - 12.3 km
- Porte des Cordeliers - 10 min drive - 12.3 km
- Porte Picois - 10 min drive - 12.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Le Caravage - 11 min drive
- Bô - Bar - 11 min drive
- Café Brasserie La Tour St Antoine - 11 min drive
- Sforza - 10 min drive
- Amoremio - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
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Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
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Location
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
17 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Iris D.
14 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good accomodation
Iris D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Juan N.
30 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Juan N.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joseph D.
15 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Agréable séjour
Joseph D.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Carla v.
20 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Rustig en authentiek huisje
Carla v.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Béatrice M.
11 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacances au calme
Béatrice M.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Elisabeth B.
3 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, location
Notre séjour près de Varennes, un peu introuvable....
Elisabeth B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
6/10 Okay
Edith R.
30 Jun 2024
Liked: Communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Trip
Edith R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Laurence H.
14 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquilité et nature
Laurence H.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Laurence K.
12 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Belle excursion au calme
Laurence K.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
florence f.
3 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
pause historique en Touraine
florence f.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ornella M.
24 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bucolique
Ornella M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
6/10 Okay
Rudi G.
2 Jul 2023
Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
zoveel potentieel, jammer genoeg onvoldoende benut
Rudi G.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Valerie B.
21 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A vivre !
Valerie B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ernst V.
2 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kleine, eenvoudige, fijn ingerichte gîte
Ernst V.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
noel m.
28 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
sublime
noel m.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
ERIC O.
26 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charmant
ERIC O.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
isabelle l.
20 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Calme reposant cadre magnifique
isabelle l.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Patricia T.
17 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
très bon
Patricia T.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Robin C.
27 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little hideaway
Robin C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
8/10 Good
Francine F.
17 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Semaine en Touraine
Francine F.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sabine M.
1 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bel endroit
Sabine M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Cathy W.
15 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Cathy W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Erik M.
30 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Studio agréable avec visite d un ragondin le matin sur la Pelouse
Erik M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Catrin Z.
25 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sehr schön
Catrin Z.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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