Title: 17th Century Charm Between Loire Castles and Futuroscope, with Pool and Lush Garden 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 # 17th Century Charm Between Loire Castles and Futuroscope, with Pool and Lush Garden Cottage in Drache with private pool and kitchen ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85510000/85503600/85503554/01f8e505.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85510000/85503600/85503554/9f29d2de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85510000/85503600/85503554/560b7f32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85510000/85503600/85503554/b1e0862c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85510000/85503600/85503554/d630d06d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 17th Century Charm Between Loire Castles and Futuroscope, with Pool and Lush Garden provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4915 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Barbecue grill - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - 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. ### 17th Century Charm Between Loire Castles and Futuroscope, with Pool and Lush Garden Charming 17th century house located between the Loire Valley Castles (Amboise, Chinon, Loches, Azay le Rideau, Chenonceau, Chambord, etc.) and Futuroscope. 400 m from the Pierre Percée, the highest menhir in Touraine. Close to the D910 road (National Historic Route 10). All-inclusive gîte (except tourist tax). Ground floor: living/dining room/kitchen 40 m² (sofa, satellite TV, Krups Dolce Gusto coffee machine), 1st bedroom (double bed), shower room, toilet. 2nd bedroom on the mezzanine (2 single beds 90x190), complete baby kit. WIFI connection. Electric heating (included). 2 ha enclosed landscaped garden. Private enclosed courtyard. If 5th person: €10 per night. Bicycle loan (free). Indoor swimming pool (low tunnel shelter) unheated and shared with the guest room. Prices include: sheets/beds made + full linen + final cleaning + heating + electricity. POOL OPEN: 30/04 to 01/10 (depending on the weather). Non-smoking cottage. 1 guest room on the property. The owners have pets (dogs and cats) Imagine yourself sitting on the terrace of your cottage, enjoying a delicious Ste-Maure-de-Touraine, a famous goat cheese crossed by a rye straw, accompanied by a delicious Touraine wine (to be consumed in moderation!). Close to the Châteaux of the Loire (Villandry, Azay-le-rideau, Loches, Chinon...), your stay will be the pretext to satisfy your cultural and gastronomic desires. 25 minutes from Châtellerault and its Automobile Museum, 40 minutes from Futuroscope, and less than 10 minutes from the A10 motorway access to Ste-Maure-de-Touraine, Beauval Zoo is only 45 minutes away! The welcome you'll receive from Sophie and Jean-Philippe is a small but representative sample of the immense pleasure you'll experience staying in this corner of the Loire Valley. You'll be immersed in an extraordinary garden designed and created by Jean-Philippe. Wonderful moments await you in this cottage, where the amenities and ambiance combine quantity and quality. The price does not include: CHARGING YOUR ELECTRIC VEHICLE IS NOT PERMITTED IN THIS ACCOMMODATION. Microwave, Washing machine, Enclosed space, Dishwasher, Barbecue, Television, Garden furniture, Private swimming pool, Countryside, Seduction, Freezer/Fridge-freezer, Covered or heated pool, Internet: CPL or Wi-Fi, Sheets included, Non-smoking, Baby equipment, Parking, Heating included, Terrace, Garden, DVD player, Bicycle or mountain bike, Towels included, End of stay cleaning included. 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 ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a zoo ### 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: 915 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30800000/30793800/30793708/9a9b191a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming house with garden and Wi-Fi in Touraine Rilly-sur-Vienne - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=30793708&PinnedHotelID=30793708&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44920000/44915200/44915197/0b1bd328.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2-bedroom all-inclusive 3-star gîte, close to shops Saché - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 8.4 Very good 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=44915197&PinnedHotelID=44915197&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96700000/96695800/96695786/efd8d569.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### La Maison du Bois Brûlé 1 - Avec piscine partagée Villaines-les-Rochers - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 26 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=96695786&PinnedHotelID=96695786&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27100000/27092400/27092375/b9528cca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BedBreakfast in a 16th century house Loire valley near the most famous chateaux Vou - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi 7.8 Good 20 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=27092375&PinnedHotelID=27092375&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103160000/103159300/103159215/3324b967.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chambre Dans Maison Partagée au Cœur de la Touraine Sainte-Maure-de-Touraine - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Laundry - Kitchen £81 includes taxes & fees 20 Nov - 21 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=103159215&PinnedHotelID=103159215&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118670000/118666400/118666389/c6ae7ccc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming 6-Person Cottage with Private Pool and Garden, Avon-les-Roches Avon-les-Roches - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-11-27&selected=118666389&PinnedHotelID=118666389&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### 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 not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. 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 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 18075292769 ## 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%7C47.07336%2C0.61301&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ybeXSlabZUdhkHQ7t4JQXlpcvts=) Draché #### What's nearby - Château de Villandry - 36 min drive - 36.1 miles - Futuroscope - 40 min drive - 43.2 miles - Château de Chenonceau - 52 min drive - 49.2 miles - Château d'Amboise - 53 min drive - 47.8 miles - Clos Lucé Castle - 53 min drive - 48.0 miles #### Getting around - Maillé Station - 5 min drive - Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley) - 37 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive - ‪Restaurant la Ciboulette - ‬5 min drive - ‪Café de la Mairie - ‬7 min drive - ‪Bouti's Kitchen - ‬7 min drive - ‪Bistrot Comme Hier - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 17th Century Charm Between Loire Castles and Futuroscope, with Pool and Lush Garden pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at 17th Century Charm Between Loire Castles and Futuroscope, with Pool and Lush Garden? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at 17th Century Charm Between Loire Castles and Futuroscope, with Pool and Lush Garden? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 17th Century Charm Between Loire Castles and Futuroscope, with Pool and Lush Garden? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 17th Century Charm Between Loire Castles and Futuroscope, with Pool and Lush Garden located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from La Vallee de Courtineau and within 12 miles (20 km) of Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Natural Park and Descartes Monument. Château des Roches Tranchelion is 11.8 mi (18.9 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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