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A Four Seasons/Five Stars Loire Valley Cottage, Grand Chateaux Area

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Map
Chitenay, Centre-Val De Loire
  • Popular LocationChateau de Fougeres5 min drive
  • Popular LocationChateau de Cheverny12 min drive
  • Popular LocationRoyal Château of Blois24 min drive
  • AirportParis (ORY-Orly)116 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, sleeps 7
2045 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
    2 single beds
Bedroom 3
    1 queen bed
Common area
    1 sofa bed
Bathroom 1
    Combined bath/shower
Bathroom 2
    Shower
Bathroom 3
    No shower or bath
Bathroom 4
    No shower or bath

About this property

Entire place

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

A Four Seasons/Five Stars Loire Valley Cottage, Grand Chateaux Area

La Menagerie is a 18th century wine-maker’s house, set on two floors (approximately 2045 square feet).

The main cottage can accommodate up to six adults in three bedrooms. Two of the bedrooms are on the ground floor. One --sometimes referred as the Master's BR-- has a queen size bed and the other one features twin beds. A full bathroom with WC, shower is available on that same floor, plus a separate WC in a powder room.
The third bedroom, under the rooftop upstairs, is en suite with a library and desk on one side, and a full bathroom with bathtub/shower and separate WC on the other side. A family room with large sofas, flat smart TV and sound system is also available upstairs.
In case you would have to add two more guests for your family and siblings reunion there is a side/self standing charming cottage next to this main cottage on the same courtyard, overlooking the pool and deck. The "Other Cottage" has a veranda/breakfast nook, a fully equipped kitchen, full bathroom and a bedroom/living room with a full size bed that can accommodate two guests in comfort. And In case you would need one more bedroom for a couple (that is up to a total of 4 guests in the "Other Cottage"), a large bedroom that connects with the ground floor unit through an indoor staircase can also be rented-out. This bedroom, under the rooftop, is actually the largest in the property. It has a queen size bed and has the most spectacular views over the countryside surroundings.

If you would like to see details about this additional options you can check them out on that same listing site (HomeAwayUK) under "The Other Cottage at La Ménagerie".

However, in order to ensure full privacy to your party during, if you only rent the Main Cottage for six guests, the "Other Cottage" and "The Barn at La Ménagerie", will not be rented-out to other parties during your stay.

The renovation of the main cottage was completed in 2005. It preserved its character while making it as comfortable as any contemporary home, with broadband wireless Internet connection, top quality heating system and Finnish SAUNA, washer & separate dryer among other amenities.

The ground floor is composed of a large living and dining room that open to a joint kitchen with a bar stand, two bedrooms, a full bathroom plus a powder room with a toilet and basin, and a laundry room. The third bedroom is upstairs and has a double bed under the rooftop. It is lightened with two dormer windows and is en suite with another full bathroom that has a bathtub. The bedroom also opens into a library. On this same floor, there is a family room with a flat-screen smart TV and sound system.

Property manager

Patrick

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Ping pong table
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Stereo
  • Music library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Single level property
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking indoor and outdoor is STRICTLY forbidden.

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Golf privileges
  • Kayaking on site
  • Golf on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Cycling on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 2045 sq ft (190 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 28

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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: If trained and well behaved, not left home alone.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots are available on request at the property
Note from host: Must pay attention to quality furniture

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
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 required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Four Seasons/five Stars Loire Valley Cottage Grand Chateaux Area
Four Seasons/five Stars Loire Valley Cottage Grand Chateaux Area
Four Seasons/five Stars Loire Valley Grand Chateaux Area

About the area

Chitenay

Located in Chitenay, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Notable landmarks in the area include Chateau de Cheverny and Royal Château of Blois. Travelling with kids? Consider Musee d'Histoire Naturelle and Les P’tits Clous. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking.

What's nearby

  • Chateau de Fougeres - 5 min drive
  • Chateau de Cheverny - 12 min drive
  • St. Louis Cathedral - 22 min drive
  • Royal Château of Blois - 24 min drive
  • Office de Tourisme de Blois Chambord - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • La Chaussee-St-Victor Station - 22 min drive
  • Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • Maison des Vins de l'AOC Cheverny - 11 min drive
  • Le Pinocchio - 11 min drive
  • Les Trois Marchands - 11 min drive
  • Maison Boulay Parisse - 18 min drive
  • Villemade Hervé - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A Four Seasons/Five Stars Loire Valley Cottage, Grand Chateaux Area have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is A Four Seasons/Five Stars Loire Valley Cottage, Grand Chateaux Area pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Four Seasons/Five Stars Loire Valley Cottage, Grand Chateaux Area?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Four Seasons/Five Stars Loire Valley Cottage, Grand Chateaux Area?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Four Seasons/Five Stars Loire Valley Cottage, Grand Chateaux Area located?

This family-friendly Chitenay cottage is located in a rural location, 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Chateau de Fougeres, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Chateau de Troussay and Chateau de Beauregard. Terra Laura and Domaine Le Portail Cheverny are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gayle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful quiet location!
A beautiful place which is cozy and nicely decorated and furnished—a little out of town for a quiet, soothing visit. Outdoor dining area, lovely pool and a large play area with all sorts of sports equipment. A well-stocked kitchen, cd player and a variety of cds. Upstairs is a nice area to relax, watch tv, read, etc. All the bedrooms were very nice. Highly recommend Patrick’s lovely home and hospitality. Great base to visit regional chateaus.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

mary rose m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent for any group
We were blown away with property. Everything needed for a large group. Excellent local restaurant Would recommend to small or large groups. Hope to return sometime soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Melanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful but hidden charges and conditions
The house was beautiful, well equipped with sports equipment and well located. Unfortunately there were undisclosed conditions, eg check in only before 7pm which was impossible for us given our travel plans, pool heating charge, dog charge and a deduction from our cash deposit due to the house being left dirty (reasons given being towels left on the bathroom floor at the end by the children and DVDs left out of order). The owner claimed these terms were all in "the contract" but when I found the "Standard Conditions" doc in my emails they were not, nor were they included in the property listing on Vrbo. This all left a rather unpleasant taste, unfortunately.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zoe B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous place!
Lovely property in a quiet place - great for relaxing. Can cycle to the Boulangerie on one of the many bikes kept at the property and big supermarket is about 15 min drive. We loved it!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARK S., Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing property in the Loire region
This is a wonderful property with lots of facilities in a very tranquil area. We thoroughly enjoyed relaxing at the property as well as day trips to the local Chateaus and bistros. We were greeted and introduced to the property by the wonderful Brigitte and Jean-Francois. Before then Patrick the owner shared so many great suggestions on where to go and see local sites or eat in the local area. It added to the holiday and made planning on what to do so much easier😀 The property is wonderful with comfy beds and lovely furniture and decor plus excellent outdoor areas for relaxing, eating and playing a variety of games. We highly recommend this property and the hosts who made it so easy to organise the trip and have a relaxing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Loire Valley Retreat
This is the second time I’ve stayed at La Menagerie and plan to return. It is such a lovely home. It feels delightfully secluded, but is still situated conveniently for visiting chateaux, dining out, obtaining groceries, etc. There are also so many things to do on property…swimming, ping pong, volleyball, croquet, boules, biking… that it takes some convincing to get myself to leave to see the rest of the countryside. 😊 You will fall in love with La Menagerie.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A place to be
We found La Menagerie to be just as it appears in the pictures. We were greeted by Brigitte and Jean-François who made the check in and check out process easy. The property is in a very quiet area with several villages not far away and easy to find with a GPS navigation system; our car used TomTom. The house is very comfortable and clean; the property is restful with many amenities. There is a very nice bakery about 10 minutes away by car in the village of Cheverny . We would definitely stay here again but next time for a few more days.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carmen K., Victoria BC Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous property in the Loire
We were a group of four who stayed in the main house at La Ménagerie in May. What a beautiful location, in a peaceful country setting, yet close to many of the Loire Valley's interesting sites and towns. The house and property are so lovely with tons of space to spread out. We were happy to have the well maintained pool to cool off in, given the heat we experienced. The owner, Patrick, was very easy to deal with and very hepful when there was a small mix up with VRBO reservation process. The caretakers, Brigitte and Jean-François, take great care of the property and house, and were very responsive to any questions. The barn was rented out to another party during our stay, but this did not pose a problem as they were very quiet and their outdoor space is very separate from the main house's. We would not hesitate to return to La Ménagerie in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing and better than the pictures
This is a beautiful property located in the heart of Chateau country. The pictures don't do it justice. It is clean and everything works as advertised including a washer and dryer. They have bicycles for riding around the flat countryside. And they provide ping pong, badminton and a small pool that is amazing for hot summer days. The owners are wonderful (but you'll need to speak French or use your phone to translate) and they have an English speaking manager Patrick. This place provides for an amazing experience in the French countryside.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming French country house!
We couldn't have been happier with this charming home and its amenities! It exceeded our expectations and had everything our whole family needed for an enjoyable stay. If you're looking to experience the French countryside and be within easy driving distance of major chateaux (Blois, Chambord, Cheverny, Chenonceaux, and Amboise), this is the place for you! We took advantage of the small heated pool for swimming and also the available bikes to take a ride to nearby village Fougeres and its old castle. Caretakers were helpful. We spoke French with them since I'm a French teacher. We hope to go back someday!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

General property information

Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Location
Chitenay
Structure Type
Cottage