Title: Charming farmhouse: Loire Castles, Zoo de Beauval, vineyards, family-friendly amenities 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 # Charming farmhouse: Loire Castles, Zoo de Beauval, vineyards, family-friendly amenities Cottage in Lye with kitchen and patio ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59960000/59958600/59958536/22d99208.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59960000/59958600/59958536/bb3a08c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59960000/59958600/59958536/0f4c47bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59960000/59958600/59958536/65084bde.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59960000/59958600/59958536/9f64b46d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Charming farmhouse: Loire Castles, Zoo de Beauval, vineyards, family-friendly amenities provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 91615 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Barbecue grill - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen - Pet-friendly £286 includes taxes & fees 16 Nov - 17 Nov ## 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 farmhouse: Loire Castles, Zoo de Beauval, vineyards, family-friendly amenities On the route to the Loire Valley Châteaux and Beauval Zoo, this charming restored farmhouse welcomes you to the edge of Berry, where you can taste Valençay cheeses and wines. Highlights: surrounded by vineyards, wine tastings by the owners, and a children's climbing frame. The house is located in a hamlet with a private enclosed plot (with right of way) at the front and a courtyard. GROUND FLOOR: kitchen/living room/lounge - 1 bedroom (1 double bed or 2 single beds, 1 single bed, 1 crib) - toilet - shower room (walk-in shower) - laundry room. UPSTAIR: 2 bedrooms, each with a private shower room and toilet (2 double beds and a double sofa bed in one of the bedrooms) - small lounge (reading corner). Free electric heating and wood. Baby equipment: crib, travel cot, bathtub, high chair, changing table. End-of-stay cleaning included in the rates. Optional extras: \- Bed linen (€20 per person/stay) \- Bathroom linen kit (€10 per person/stay) 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. CHATEAUROUX>D956 (VALENCAY-BLOIS)>ST-AIGNAN (D37)>IN VILLENTROIS, ON THE RIGHT>LYE (D33). IN LYE, ON THE LEFT, RTE DE CHATEAUVIEUX. LEAVING THE TOWN, ON THE LEFT CHATEAUVIEUX-DOMAINE DE CHAMPIEUX>THE CROW'S LEGS ON THE RIGHT>ON THE RIGHT>LES HUBERTS (WINE-GROWER PANEL)>LODGING ON THE LEFT. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### 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: 1,615 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 £292 includes taxes & fees 14 Nov - 15 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=105483615&PinnedHotelID=105483615&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99110000/99109000/99108995/771e1a26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A 2.5 km du zoo de Beauval, la Maison de Sophie Accueille de 2 à 6-8 Personnes Saint-Aignan - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-27&endDate=2025-11-28&selected=99108995&PinnedHotelID=99108995&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=2025-11-27&endDate=2025-11-28&selected=29617222&PinnedHotelID=29617222&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113030000/113027800/113027760/54314f5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family gîte in the countryside, close to Beauval Zoo and Valençay Castle Écueillé - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-27&endDate=2025-11-28&selected=113027760&PinnedHotelID=113027760&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113300000/113296500/113296452/a447cf93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Le Paradis near Beauval. 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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 Lye, 3 Bedrooms, 9 Persons Lye 14993916996 Villa Lye, 3 bedrooms, 9 persons Lye Villa Lye, 3 bedrooms, 9 persons Private vacation home Villa Lye, 3 bedrooms, 9 persons Private vacation home Lye ## 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%7C47.23394%2C1.44557&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=RrhsKtxgCmI_dsOJyRaFSUbCLjo=) Lye, Centre-Loire Valley #### What's nearby - St. Aignan Château - 13 min drive - 5.8 miles - Zoo Parc Beauval - 16 min drive - 7.1 miles - Château de Valencay - 19 min drive - 11.5 miles - Château de Chenonceau - 39 min drive - 27.9 miles - Château de Cheverny - 41 min drive - 25.3 miles #### Getting around - Saint-Aignan - Noyers Station - 14 min drive - Chateauroux (CHR-Chateauroux - Centre) - 59 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Le Tropical - ‬17 min drive - ‪Kilimanjaro - ‬16 min drive - ‪Restaurant Hestia - ‬12 min drive - ‪Les Bambous - ‬16 min drive - ‪Creperie Du Chateau - ‬17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming farmhouse: Loire Castles, Zoo de Beauval, vineyards, family-friendly amenities pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Charming farmhouse: Loire Castles, Zoo de Beauval, vineyards, family-friendly amenities? > As of 13 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming farmhouse: Loire Castles, Zoo de Beauval, vineyards, family-friendly amenities on 16 Nov 2025 start from £286.29, 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/Lye-Hotels-Gite-Lye.h59958536.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Charming farmhouse: Loire Castles, Zoo de Beauval, vineyards, family-friendly amenities? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Charming farmhouse: Loire Castles, Zoo de Beauval, vineyards, family-friendly amenities? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Charming farmhouse: Loire Castles, Zoo de Beauval, vineyards, family-friendly amenities located? > Situated in Lye, this cottage is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Chateaux de la Loire and within 9 miles (15 km) of Zoo Parc Beauval and St. Aignan Château. Château de Selles sur Cher and Musée de l'Automobile are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? 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