Title: Le gîte du temps perdu: a bucolic break at Proust's house Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Le gîte du temps perdu: a bucolic break at Proust's house Holiday home in Blandainville with kitchen ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111640000/111630600/111630524/adf77e5e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111640000/111630600/111630524/f13f6dfc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111640000/111630600/111630524/bf068bf3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111640000/111630600/111630524/58bddddf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111640000/111630600/111630524/4095d238.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Le gîte du temps perdu: a bucolic break at Proust's house provides amenities, such as a garden and a playground. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space - Breakfast available - Free WiFi £82 includes taxes & fees 8 Oct - 9 Oct ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Le gîte du temps perdu: a bucolic break at Proust's house Holiday home in Blandainville with kitchen This smoke-free holiday home features a garden and barbecues. The holiday home provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Added amenities include free WiFi, a TV and a coffee/tea maker. Guest accommodation at this holiday home offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Tile flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Cycling 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) - First aid kit ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Composting - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Garden - Property does not allow children - Recycling ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90710000/90703600/90703550/16db32c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bungalow on a horse farm Yèvres - Pool - Kitchen - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=90703550&PinnedHotelID=90703550&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95240000/95240000/95239966/3842eb41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Maison D'hôtes Avec Prestations Bien-être Montigny-le-Chartif - 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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 This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products 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 first aid kit 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 This property does not have any lifts 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C48.30230%2C1.27282&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=srjLVP68ztFz5kcdxmU9prq8Hzg=) Blandainville, Eure-et-Loir #### What's nearby - Marcel Proust Museum - House of Aunt Léonie - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles - Château de Frazé - 13 min drive - 13.3 miles - Chartres Cathedral - 23 min drive - 20.3 miles - International Stained-Glass Centre - 23 min drive - 20.3 miles - Le Colisée - 23 min drive - 20.3 miles #### Getting around - Illiers-Combray Station - 4 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Auberge De Sandarville - ‬12 min drive - ‪Arris - ‬4 min drive - ‪Restaurant le Saint Hilaire - ‬4 min drive - ‪A la Bonne Table - ‬10 min drive - ‪Pizza venezia - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Le gîte du temps perdu: a bucolic break at Proust's house pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Le gîte du temps perdu: a bucolic break at Proust's house? > As of 5 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Le gîte du temps perdu: a bucolic break at Proust's house on 8 Oct 2025 start from £81.56, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blandainville-Hotels-Vrbo-Property.h111630524.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Le gîte du temps perdu: a bucolic break at Proust's house? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Le gîte du temps perdu: a bucolic break at Proust's house? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Le gîte du temps perdu: a bucolic break at Proust's house located? > Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Marcel Proust Museum - House of Aunt Léonie and within 12 miles (20 km) of Perche Regional Nature Park and Château de Frazé. Frazé Town Hall is 10.5 mi (16.9 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Le gîte du temps perdu: a bucolic break at Proust's house Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Arthur L. 25 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super et confort Petit week end au top ! Logement confortable et tout équipé. Merci pour l'accueil, et à la prochaine avec plaisir ! ##### Arthur L. 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