Title: Gîte du Donjon, 16th century, private courtyard, between Beauval zoo and Chenonceaux Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248634552888534&destination=Montrichard+Val+de+Cher%2C+Loir-et-Cher%2C+France&selected=35841960&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Gîte du Donjon, 16th century, private courtyard, between Beauval zoo and Chenonceaux ## Photo gallery for Gîte du Donjon, 16th century, private courtyard, between Beauval zoo and Chenonceaux ![Property grounds - Gîte du Donjon, 16th century, private courtyard, between Beauval zoo and Chenonceaux (Montrichard)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35850000/35842000/35841960/4e157128.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Gîte du Donjon, 16th century, private courtyard, between Beauval zoo and Chenonceaux (Montrichard)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35850000/35842000/35841960/fa3b0ca9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Gîte du Donjon, 16th century, private courtyard, between Beauval zoo and Chenonceaux (Montrichard)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35850000/35842000/35841960/54da90b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Gîte du Donjon, 16th century, private courtyard, between Beauval zoo and Chenonceaux (Montrichard)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35850000/35842000/35841960/3296bb07.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, books - Gîte du Donjon, 16th century, private courtyard, between Beauval zoo and Chenonceaux (Montrichard)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35850000/35842000/35841960/2e9e87a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Gîte du Donjon, 16th century, private courtyard, between Beauval zoo and Chenonceaux provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6861 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Gîte du Donjon, 16th century, private courtyard, between Beauval zoo and Chenonceaux Old house of the sixteenth century of 200 m², located 3 minutes from downtown Montrichard walk. In this house, bought mid-2017 abandoned and part of which is still being restored, rental of a comfortable cottage for 6 to 8 people. Walls in apparent stone or whitewashed, beams, half-timbered, beautiful fireplace. Typical setting of the region (cellars in the rock, well, press, bread oven) on closed courtyard of 200 m2 where cars and motorcycles can be parked. Note: if desired, motorcycles can be parked in one of the cellars dug in the tufa surrounding the yard. Access to the cottage is from the courtyard by a monumental staircase in stone of 23 steps (no disabled access). On entering, a large living room has a dining room, kitchen and living room with sofa bed (bed 140 x 200) and TV, and a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, ceramic hob with 4 plates of cooking and oven, fridge, table for 8 people and fireplace (inactive). A corridor leads to the bathroom with bath and double sink, plus two toilets separated from the bathroom and a bedroom (bed 140 x 190 cm). A landing serves a second family room of 28 m2 with 4 beds (possible 5 if 2 children in bed-boat of 120 x 190). In the yard, table for 8 people and parasol. The house is located 2 minutes from the train station, 10 minutes from the pool or the beach (Montrichard has a beautiful sandy beach, very busy in season), 30 minutes from the Beauval Zoo (first zoo in France known for its pandas) and 15 minutes from the castle of Chenonceau (also accessible from the house by bike in 20 minutes by the banks of the Cher). First French destination for cycling tourism, along the Loire and the Cher. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the city centre - Near a zoo - On a river ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Hunting nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 861 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34410000/34405200/34405162/f96ddfd6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming winemaker's house, in the heart of the Loire Castles Montrichard Val De Cher - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 9.6 Exceptional 44 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-16&endDate=2026-04-17&selected=34405162&PinnedHotelID=34405162&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-16&endDate=2026-04-17&selected=35841960&PinnedHotelID=35841960&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=35841960,34405162) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock 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 A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Maison Xvie Siècle Entre Beauval Chenonceau House Montrichard Maison Xvie Siècle Entre Beauval Chenonceau House Maison Xvie Siècle Entre Beauval Chenonceau Montrichard Maison Xvie Siècle Entre Beauval Chenonceau Maison Xvie Siècle Entre Beauval Chenonceau House Montrichard Maison Xvie Siècle Entre Beauval Chenonceau House Maison Xvie Siècle Entre Beauval Chenonceau Montrichard 16th Century House Between Beauval Chenonceau Montrichard 16th Century House Between Beauval Chenonceau 16th Century Between Beauval Chenonceau Montrichard Maison du Xvie Siècle Entre Beauval et Chenonceau Montrichard 16th Century Between Beauval Chenonceau 16th Century House Between Beauval Chenonceau Maison du Xvie Siècle Entre Beauval et Chenonceau 16th Century House Between Beauval and Chenonceau Montrichard Maison du Xvie Siècle Entre Beauval et Chenonceau 16th century house between Beauval Chenonceau ## About the area Located in Montrichard Val de Cher, this cottage is in the city centre and on a river. Château de Montpoupon and Amboise Art Glassworks are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Caves du Père Auguste and Domaine Sauvete. Zoo Parc Beauval and The Maze are also worth visiting. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and cycling nearby. [Visit our Montrichard travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Montrichard.dx500477) [View more Cottages in Montrichard](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Montrichard-Cottages.d500477-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=47.346157,1.178572&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:qd_%60HaeeF%3FW%3FU%3FW%40U%3FW%40W%40U%40W%40UBU%40WBU%40UBWBUBUBUDUBUDUDUBUDSDUFUDSFSFUDSFSFSFSFSHQFSHQFQHSHQHQHOHQJQHOJOHOJOJOHOLMHOLMJMJMJMLKJMLKLKLKLIJKLILKLGNILILGLINGLGLENGLENENELENCNCLENANCLCNANANANAN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FN%40N%40L%40N%40NBNBN%40LDNBLBNDNDLDNDLFNFLDLFNHLFLHLHNHJHLHLJLHLJJJLJLLJJLLJLJLJLJNJLJNJNJNHNJNHNJPFPJNHPHPFRHPFPHRFRFPHRFRFRDRFTDRFRDTDTDRDTDTBTDTBTDT%40TBTBVBTBT%40V%40TBT%40V%3FT%40V%40V%3FT%40V%3FT%3FV%3FT%3FVAV%3FTAVAT%3FVATCVATATCVCTCTCTAVETCTETCTETERETETERGTERGRERGRGRIRGRGRIPGRIPGPIPIPKPGPKNIPKNINKNKNKLKNKLKNKLKLMJKLMJMJKJMJMJMJMHKHOHMHMFMHOFMFMFOFMDOFMDODOBMDOBMBOBOBO%40OBM%40O%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAO%3FOAOAOCMAOCOCMCOCOEMCOEOEMGOEMGMGOGMGMGMIOIMIMIMIKKMKMKMKMKKKMMKKKMKMMOIMMMIOKOKOIOKOIQKOIQIQIQIQIQGQISGQISGSGQGSGUESGSGSEUGSEUEUCSEUEUCUEUCUCUCWCUAUCWAUCUAWAUAWAU%3FWAU%3FW%3FW%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3oqzM1d19KXDfEQ4p9FIDllIhBg=) Montrichard, Centre-Val de Loire ### What's nearby - ![Château de Chenonceau](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6107648/5d7fb394-e49b-4ced-963f-f2777860afbb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Château de Chenonceau 12 min drive \- 7.3 miles - ![Couple de rhinocéros dans un parc zoologique à Saint-Aignan, Loir-et-Cher, France](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6107658/4316b319-c22a-4c7e-b001-1daeff76729b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Zoo Parc Beauval 21 min drive \- 16.3 miles - ![Château de Chambord](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6107686/36134f01-3f05-4e40-8682-02821a2e069e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Château de Chambord 48 min drive \- 34.5 miles - Château de Montrichard 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Plage de Montrichard 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles ### Getting around - Montrichard Station 6 min walk - Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley) 50 min drive ### Restaurants - Cafétéria du Château de Chenonceau 12 min drive - L'Orangerie 12 min drive - La Maison des Pages 9 min drive - Auberge du Bon Laboureur 9 min drive - Au Gateau Breton 9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gîte du Donjon, 16th century, private courtyard, between Beauval zoo and Chenonceaux pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Gîte du Donjon, 16th century, private courtyard, between Beauval zoo and Chenonceaux? ### What time is check-in at Gîte du Donjon, 16th century, private courtyard, between Beauval zoo and Chenonceaux? ### What time is check-out at Gîte du Donjon, 16th century, private courtyard, between Beauval zoo and Chenonceaux? ### Where is Gîte du Donjon, 16th century, private courtyard, between Beauval zoo and Chenonceaux located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Gîte du Donjon, 16th century, private courtyard, between Beauval zoo and Chenonceaux Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine C. 9 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Spot for Loire Visits This lovely apartment/gite is well appropriated and so comfortable! The owners are proud, rightly so, for their compound of home and rentals. We had perfect days for our chateaux and winery visits! ##### Catherine C. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laurence S. 29 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gîte merveilleux Gîte très confortable, calme, restauré avec goût, bien équipé, bien situé, hôtes sympathiques, on a adoré ! ##### Laurence S. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christelle C. 30 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super logement! Nous avons passé une super semaine en juillet dans ce gîte tout confort, idéal pour une famille avec des enfants. Dans un quartier calme, tout en ayant le centre-ville facilement accessible à pieds, super bien placé par rapport à tous les grands sites touristiques, dommage qu'une semaine soit trop courte pour tous les voir!! Merci Florence pour votre accueil et votre gentillesse. Nous recommandons ++ ! ##### Christelle C. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### May Yia C. 21 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Agréable gîte. Très bon gîte et un accueil chaleureux. ##### May Yia C. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Françoise D. 30 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gite parfait, propriétaire très sympathique. Il n y manque rien. Très calme. Très bon séjour en famille. Très agréable, propre, claire. Bien situé pour les visites. Parking dans la cour. ##### Françoise D. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nathalie J. 17 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bon séjour Très bon accueil, logement confortable. Les enfants ont adoré la chambre de princesses et la visite de la cave. Merci ##### Nathalie J. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Geoffroy B. 27 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### un gîte très agréable Rien à redire, ni sur l'accueil, ni sur le gîte, tout est parfait ##### Geoffroy B. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jean G. 13 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent séjour Excellent séjour ##### Jean G. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Claude d. 17 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Très bon séjour Gite bien équipé, très bien situé pour visiter les châteaux de la Loire, Montrichard se situant approximativement à mi distance de Chenonceau et de Chambord. ##### Claude d. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 20 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Propriété agréable proche de nombreuses visites bien pour un séjour en famille. ##### Verified traveller ---