Title: Charming XVIIth Century Cottage: 8 Guests, 4 Bedrooms, Modern Amenities, Historic Setting Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248634552904840&destination=Ainay-le-Vieil%2C+Cher%2C+France&selected=59949713&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming XVIIth Century Cottage: 8 Guests, 4 Bedrooms, Modern Amenities, Historic Setting ## Photo gallery for Charming XVIIth Century Cottage: 8 Guests, 4 Bedrooms, Modern Amenities, Historic Setting ![Exterior - Charming XVIIth Century Cottage: 8 Guests, 4 Bedrooms, Modern Amenities, Historic Setting (Ainay-le-Vieil)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59950000/59949800/59949713/81941ddd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV - Charming XVIIth Century Cottage: 8 Guests, 4 Bedrooms, Modern Amenities, Historic Setting (Ainay-le-Vieil)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59950000/59949800/59949713/e8363758.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, dishwasher, high chair - Charming XVIIth Century Cottage: 8 Guests, 4 Bedrooms, Modern Amenities, Historic Setting (Ainay-le-Vieil)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59950000/59949800/59949713/92fa422f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Charming XVIIth Century Cottage: 8 Guests, 4 Bedrooms, Modern Amenities, Historic Setting (Ainay-le-Vieil)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59950000/59949800/59949713/7afcab9f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Charming XVIIth Century Cottage: 8 Guests, 4 Bedrooms, Modern Amenities, Historic Setting (Ainay-le-Vieil)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59950000/59949800/59949713/f30ca1b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Charming XVIIth Century Cottage: 8 Guests, 4 Bedrooms, Modern Amenities, Historic Setting provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Charming XVIIth Century Cottage: 8 Guests, 4 Bedrooms, Modern Amenities, Historic Setting For people who yearn for peace and quiet and want to discover our beautiful region, for those who want to meet up with friends or family, the Château offers its second gîte. The barn is a gîte located in the outbuildings of the 17th century Château d'Ainay-le-Vieil. Overlooking the courtyard, it can accommodate up to 8 people. The 30 m² ground floor consists of a fitted kitchen with dining area opening onto a living room. On the 100 m² 1st floor (accessible from the outside), you have 4 double bedrooms (140×200 beds), 2 bathrooms with shower and 2 separate toilets. Reversible air conditioning. Child's bed and high chair available. Wifi. Private, lit and video-monitored parking. Guests have free access to the park and gardens all day during opening hours. The price includes: cleaning, beds made on arrival, towels and household linen. Several lodgings and guest rooms on the site. Optional services to be paid on site and to be reserved before your arrival: \- Pets: 5.0€ per day Property managed by a professional. Unless stated, services such as cleaning, bed linen, towels etc. are not included in the price of this rental. If pets are allowed (information in the advertisement), charges may be applicable. Only equipment mentioned in this advertisement are present. Equipment not mentioned are not considered to be present. Unless there is an electric charging station in the accommodation, charging electric vehicles is prohibited. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,399 square feet ## Similar properties ![Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83230000/83225800/83225740/1657dc7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hôtel du Cerf La Guerche-sur-l'Aubois - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 8.6 Excellent 68 reviews £53 includes taxes & fees 8 Apr - 9 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=83225740&PinnedHotelID=83225740&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23420000/23410200/23410157/d3e79777.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Logis De Chezelles Sidiailles - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Soundproof rooms 9.6 Exceptional 24 reviews £55 includes taxes & fees 10 Apr - 11 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-11&selected=23410157&PinnedHotelID=23410157&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92150000/92144100/92144034/040d6f45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aux Baboteurs GDF Vallon-en-Sully - Breakfast included - Free Wi-Fi - Business services - Living/dining area 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-13&endDate=2026-04-14&selected=92144034&PinnedHotelID=92144034&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125760000/125750500/125750493/4288e0cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Odyssée Auvergne, double room Vallon-en-Sully - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Breakfast available [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-13&endDate=2026-04-14&selected=125750493&PinnedHotelID=125750493&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120070000/120062800/120062757/7f7593ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Country house with nearby shops, swimming pool and beautiful garden 18170 - (LE)CHATELET - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-13&endDate=2026-04-14&selected=120062757&PinnedHotelID=120062757&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109530000/109528500/109528483/1880a36d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gîte la Sinaise. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 Property Registration Number NOT\_REQUIRED If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### 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 ### Property is also known as Gite Ainay-le-vieil, 4 Bedrooms, 8 Persons Private vacation home Gite Ainay-le-vieil, 4 Bedrooms, 8 Persons Ainay-le-Vieil 15030393677 ## About the area Ainay-le-Vieil is home to this cottage. Château d'Ainay-le-Vieil and Abbaye de Noirlac are local landmarks, and if an activity is on the agenda, check out Domaine Lanoix. 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