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Gîte in the Loir Valley: Comfort, tranquility, and enjoyment in a 15th-century manor house

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Located along the water, this 1-bedroom vacation home accommodates 4 guests with 2 bathrooms. It includes 1 bicycle and 1 hot tub. Enjoy kayaking, game walks, and birdwatching nearby. The property features a patio for outdoor relaxation. Explore attractions like Château de Montoire-sur-le-Loir and Parc de la Fosse.
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On-site fitness centre
  • Hot tub on site
  • Barbecue grill
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet
  • Patio

Explore the area

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Saint-Martin-des-Bois
  • Place, Château de Montoire-sur-le-Loir
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Parc de la Fosse
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Maison natale de Ronsard
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Gîte in the Loir Valley: Comfort, tranquility, and enjoyment in a 15th-century manor house

Come and recharge your batteries far from any nuisance in a Renaissance estate of 1.5 hectares, surrounded by a moat and composed of a manor house and its tastefully renovated outbuildings.

The cottage is located in the barn, at a distance from the main building, and guarantees you perfect privacy. You will be free to enjoy the fully landscaped park, composed of remarkable trees and flower beds maintained with love.

Separate apartment consisting of a large room with fully equipped kitchen, a bedroom and a spacious shower room.
Additional comfortable sleeping in the living room (160 cms).
Use of an additional room with sauna, jacuzzi and shower room, a gym (on request) and a private terrace.

Many discovery tours await you: vineyards, manors and castles, Romanesque churches... We will welcome you with joy and can communicate in French, English and Spanish to offer you specific itineraries and indicate points of interest in the region.

Be careful, due to the presence of water moats, young children must be under the supervision of their parents outside.

Do not hesitate to consult the opinions of our hosts and to come and discover this exceptional cottage.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property Registration Number 1859569
Property # 1859569a
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Saint-Martin-des-Bois

Located in Saint-Martin-des-Bois, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Château de Montoire-sur-le-Loir and Maison natale de Ronsard are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Parc Naturel Regional du Perche and Bercé Forest. Parc de la Fosse and Garden of Plessis Sasnières are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and ecotours.
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Saint-Martin-des-Bois

What's nearby

  • Château de Montoire-sur-le-Loir - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Parc de la Fosse - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Maison natale de Ronsard - 16 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Parc Naturel Regional du Perche - 29 min drive - 29.6 km
  • Chateaux de la Loire - 39 min drive - 43.9 km

Getting around

  • Savigny-sur-Braye Station - 23 min drive
  • Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurant Istambul - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪O'Délice - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Damiet Nicolas - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Le Petit Luc - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪la guinguette des îles de Troo - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gite in the Loir valley, comfort, calm and pleasure in a 15th-century manor house pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gite in the Loir valley, comfort, calm and pleasure in a 15th-century manor house?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gite in the Loir valley, comfort, calm and pleasure in a 15th-century manor house?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gite in the Loir valley, comfort, calm and pleasure in a 15th-century manor house?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gite in the Loir valley, comfort, calm and pleasure in a 15th-century manor house located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Château de Montoire-sur-le-Loir, Parc de la Fosse and Maison natale de Ronsard. Garden of Plessis Sasnières and Jasnieres Coleaux du Loir are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A really lovely, peaceful and quiet place, away from everything.A converted outbuilding of an ancient moated farmhouse in a lovely garden.The host is lovely, welcoming and helpful. A bit slow to respond to online requests but so easy going.Just turn up, knock on the door and she will show you the place and help with any queries.The WiFi is a bit weak but usable for most things.We will be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very easy check in and check out. Very friendly owner who lives in the manor on the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Absolute paradise

My husband and I had the most wonderful stay of four days at the gite. The location is quiet and perfectly situated to balance being near sightseeing highlights but out of the busier city areas. The house itself is charm personified. A beautiful exterior, a modern and comfortable interior, and the most beautiful garden we saw the whole stay. The gite garden was even more amazing than those of the castles we toured. The house was clean, the king size bed comfortable, and the host helpful and welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Unique French experience

The most idyllic French experience imaginable! A centuries old estate away from the masses where you are greeted by fantastic hosts that know all about the area and are happy to give you all local advise you need and the best sites to visit and which to avoid. Having your own transportation is must. We stayed 8 nights and still many activities on our list. Will absolutely be back. Probably most suitable from travelers without or children over 12 but we had a fantastic time together with our 9 year old. Highly recommend especially if you want a true French experience!! The apartment is equipped with everything you could possibly need and the jacuzzi and sauna are a definite plus!! Comfortable beds. Many thanks to our hosts who were highly hospitable and let us use all of their beautiful estate, we will mosy surely be back.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joli endroitGite confortableJolies prestations
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un gite impeccable dans un cadre magnifique
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Landlady and son very friendly Greay grounds v tranquil
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hôte très agréable, à l’écoute et empressée de satisfaire les demandes qui lui sont formulées mais également très discrète tout en étant disponible. Le logement et son environnement sont parfaitement conforme à l’annonce.À recommander sans hésitation.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super séjour au calme. Nous revenons pour la seconde fois et toujours très heureux d'y passer 3-4 jours . Super hôtes
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super séjour Hôte accueillant et sympathique
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Parfait

Très beau gite, bien équipé au sein d'un domaine epoustouflant.Nous avons pu discuté avec Françoise qui a pu nous recommandé des lieux de visite.Elle est discrète mais présente quand il le faut de même que son fils.Nous avons passé un magnifique séjour.Je recommande vivement !
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Très beau gîte

Très beau gîte, plein de charme et bien équipé Les hôtes sont très arrangeant, discret et très agréable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Séjour parfait

Gîte exceptionnel au sein d'une propriété magnifique, extrêmement bien équipé et très propre. Localisation parfaite pour découvrir tous les trésors de la Vallée du Loir.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

un super séjour au calme

location très agréable et bien équipée, parc magnifique , idéal pour déconnecter des bruits de la ville les hôtes sont à la fois discrets mais néanmoins disponibles nous reviendrons avec grand plaisir
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Super séjour dans un lieu d'exception

Nous avons beaucoup apprécié notre séjour. Pierre et Françoise entretiennent avec passion leur manoir et sont des hôtes extrêmement attentifs. Le gîte est décoré avec goût et très bien équipé. Le jacuzzi et le sauna sont bienvenus après une journée de balade. Nous reviendrons sans hésiter.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Location dépaysante dans un manoir plein de charme

Très bel endroit restauré avec passion et goût par ses propriétaires. Les hôtes sont très accueillants et nous avons passé un superbe week-end. Excellente location pour découvrir la belle vallée du Loir!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Parfaitement agréable , calme et confort

Un WE prolongé pour apprécier vivement ce superbe lieu paisible d’exception! Le gîte décoré avec soin est très confortable et agréable. Nous étions 4 pers : le canapé lit est particulièrement confortable ( ce qui est très rare!)et les 2 salles de bains étaient fort appréciables ! Bien sûr l’espace bien être est un must avec son SPA 3/4 places et le sauna . Rien ne manque ! Les hôtes sont particulièrement accueillants et sont les meilleurs ambassadeurs pour découvrir leur régions qu’ils connaissent fort bien ! Merci à eux pour leur accueil !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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

Un Havre de paix tenu par un charmant couple amoureux des pierres et de la nature

Nous avons passé un excellent séjour ( trop court) . Le logement est conforme à la description, très calme, décoré avec beaucoup de goût... Un havre de paix... Nos hôtes ont été très accueillants et n'ont pas hésité à nous donner de bons conseils pour les visites... Ils sont très à l'écoute et attentifs au bien-être de leurs visiteurs.Nous recommandons vivement !!!
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug, 2021
Merci pour votre commentaire. C'est pour nous un plaisir d'accueillir nos hôtes et de leur faire partager nos passions!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Havre de paix et de confort dans une propriété remplie de charme

Trois jours merveilleux dans ce gîte raffiné et ultra confortable (le jacuzzi est un must après une journée de balade !). Le cadre est rempli de charme : le manoir et le parc sont superbes et magnifiquement bien entretenus! Francoise et Pierre sont passionnés par leur propriété et passionnants, et ont été plein d’attentions pour nous. The place to be si vous aimez le calme et le charme de lieux insolites !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super séjour

Un cadre magnifique (manoir idyllique et terrain arboré et paysagé avec gout) et un gite tout confort, bien équipé et très calme. De superbes visites et randonnées à faire à proximité. Merci à Françoise et Pierre pour leur accueil et leur gentillesse, nous serions bien restées quelques jours de plus avec eux.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Françoise et Pierre BOULAIRE

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English, French, German, Spanish

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