Title: Family gîte in the countryside, close to Beauval Zoo and Valençay Castle 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 # Family gîte in the countryside, close to Beauval Zoo and Valençay Castle Family-friendly holiday home in Ecueille ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113030000/113027800/113027760/54314f5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113030000/113027800/113027760/3929013c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113030000/113027800/113027760/214fbae3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113030000/113027800/113027760/8c9cf1d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113030000/113027800/113027760/3013b69c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Family gîte in the countryside, close to Beauval Zoo and Valençay Castle provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms1615 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - Kitchen £199 includes taxes & fees 13 Oct - 14 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. ### Family gîte in the countryside, close to Beauval Zoo and Valençay Castle Family-friendly holiday home in Ecueille This holiday home features laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. The holiday home has 4 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Guest accommodation at this holiday home offers DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation is furnished with desks, dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Stair-free path to entrance - Tile flooring in public areas - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Recycling - Unit size: 1,615 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105490000/105483700/105483615/44b357f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gîte du Vivier, à 2km du Parc Beauval Seigy - Washer - Pet-friendly £276 includes taxes & fees 7 Oct - 8 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=105483615&PinnedHotelID=105483615&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/114000000/113997000/113996911/ac097901.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Country house with large fenced garden on terrace and kennel available Préaux - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=113996911&PinnedHotelID=113996911&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29620000/29617300/29617222/8afe9328.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 15 mins from BEAUVAL ZOO, charming family home, 19th century forge Villentrois - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 9.8 Exceptional 73 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=29617222&PinnedHotelID=29617222&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59960000/59958600/59958505/d56ce8b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious Cottage near Valençay with Shared Heated Pool, Tennis & Lake Access Villentrois-Faverolles-en-Berry - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.0 Very good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=59958505&PinnedHotelID=59958505&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113300000/113296500/113296452/w1017h761x58y20-98707c8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Le Paradis near Beauval. 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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 This property accepts cash On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property 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 981969207 ### 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 Located in Ecueille, this holiday home is in a rural area. Château de Montrésor and Château de Valencay are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Zoo Parc Beauval and Haute-Touche Zoological Reserve. [Visit our Ecueille travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ecueille.dx3000477519) [View more Holiday homes in Ecueille](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ecueille-Private-Holiday-Homes.d3000477519-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C47.09456%2C1.31812&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=H5SdxP8KlQvpQvRACrjWdSLw_KA=) Écueillé, Indre ### What's nearby - Château de Montrésor - 26 min drive - 15.3 miles - Zoo Parc Beauval - 31 min drive - 18.2 miles - Château de Valencay - 33 min drive - 18.2 miles - St. Aignan Château - 35 min drive - 20.1 miles - Château de Chenonceau - 57 min drive - 34.8 miles ### Getting around - Lucay-le-Male Station - 19 min drive - Chateauroux (CHR-Chateauroux - Centre) - 50 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Café des Sports - ‬11 min drive - ‪Guinois Charline - ‬11 min drive - ‪Au Carrefour des Pains - ‬5 min drive - ‪Auberge de l'Indrois - ‬13 min drive - ‪Aux Courtes Pates - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Family gîte in the countryside, close to Beauval Zoo and Valençay Castle pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). ### How much does it cost to stay at Family gîte in the countryside, close to Beauval Zoo and Valençay Castle? > As of 6 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family gîte in the countryside, close to Beauval Zoo and Valençay Castle on 13 Oct 2025 start from £199.47, 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/Ecueille-Hotels-Vrbo-Property.h113027760.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Where is Family gîte in the countryside, close to Beauval Zoo and Valençay Castle located? > Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Le Temps d'une Rencontre and 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Château de Montrésor. Zoo Parc Beauval and Chemillé Lake Beach are also within 16 miles (25 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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