Title: Quit lock house at the river Cher close to Zoo de Beauval and Loire Castles 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 # Quit lock house at the river Cher close to Zoo de Beauval and Loire Castles Riverside holiday home with kitchen and fireplace ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107250000/107243800/107243768/b2f27583.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107250000/107243800/107243768/57cdc64d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107250000/107243800/107243768/11e10ea0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107250000/107243800/107243768/4ce5d302.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107250000/107243800/107243768/809eb9ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in the picturesque Loire area, this 19th-century lock house offers a unique blend of history and modern comforts. Unwind by the fireplace in winter or explore nearby Chateau Chenonceau and Chambord; with a fully equipped kitchen, WiFi, and modern TV, you'll feel right at home. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Washer - Fireplace - Parking available - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Water view ## 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. ### Quit lock house at the river Cher close to Zoo de Beauval and Loire Castles Old lock house of the 19th century with all the amenities you need. Modern tv, Wi-Fi, fully equipped kitchen. One double bedroom with bathroom (shower) ensuite. Two rooms with each to single beds. A separate bathroom (shower) with toilet. In the winter you can enjoy the fireplace. The house is situated close to the most important castles of the Loire area. Chateau Chenonceau is 20 minutes away. Chateau Chambord 40 minuten. The historic towns of Blois, Amboise and Tours are 35 minutes away. The most famous zoo of France, zoo de Beauval is a 15 minutes drive. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a zoo - On a river ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Cycling nearby - Hiking nearby - Kayaking nearby - Swimming 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 - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Composting - Garden - Recycling ## Similar properties ![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=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=99108995&PinnedHotelID=99108995&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34080000/34072000/34071908/2b69eb49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gite rental in the heart of the Loire castles and Beauval zoo. 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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 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 fire extinguisher and 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 Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed USD 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%7C47.30683%2C1.31918&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=0p2mm9ohncyzQWDGUQnmNeX7o2o=) Thésée, Loir-et-Cher #### What's nearby - Thesee, Ruins of a Gallo-Roman Settlement - 8 min drive - 2.1 miles - St. Aignan Château - 12 min drive - 4.5 miles - Troglo Degusto - 15 min drive - 7.4 miles - Zoo Parc Beauval - 16 min drive - 5.3 miles - Château de Chenonceau - 28 min drive - 18.3 miles #### Getting around - Thesee Station - 4 min drive - Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley) - 46 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Le Tropical - ‬15 min drive - ‪Kilimanjaro - ‬15 min drive - ‪Restaurant Hestia - ‬10 min drive - ‪Les Bambous - ‬14 min drive - ‪Caves Champignonnieres des Roches - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Quit lock house at the river Cher close to Zoo de Beauval and Loire Castles pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Quit lock house at the river Cher close to Zoo de Beauval and Loire Castles? > Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Quit lock house at the river Cher close to Zoo de Beauval and Loire Castles? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Quit lock house at the river Cher close to Zoo de Beauval and Loire Castles located? > This family-friendly Thesee holiday home is located on a river, 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Thesee, Ruins of a Gallo-Roman Settlement, and within 6 mi (10 km) of St. Aignan Château and Domaine Sauvete. Zoo Parc Beauval and Plage de Montrichard are also within 9 miles (15 km). Thesee Station is 28 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Quit lock house at the river Cher close to Zoo de Beauval and Loire Castles 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 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mihai S. 29 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Excellent location, close to the areas to visit, castles, vineyards.The hosts deserve a 10. ##### Mihai S. Stayed 6 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert S. 13 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Lovely property that suited the four of us really well.on arrival we were greeted by the hosts who are friendly and kind. We had a lovely peaceful stay and enjoyed the region! Thank you. ##### Robert S. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gérard M. 19 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gîte sur rivière Le gîte de Joran est magnifique, très bien équipé et dans un environnement splendide avec une superbe vue sur le Cher et son écluse. Joran est très accueillant et sympathique. Ce gîte est idéalement situé pour visiter le zoo de Beauval et ses environs. Je le recommande vivement ##### Gérard M. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### stéphanie s. 24 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### WE très bien situé pour une visite de Beauval et propriétaires très accueillants ##### stéphanie s. 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