Title: Family & Friends Retreat: Near Loire Castles, ZooParc de Beauval, Spacious Garden, Sleeps 12 Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=3000034820&destination=Vicq-sur-Nahon%2C+Indre%2C+France&selected=59958440&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Family & Friends Retreat: Near Loire Castles, ZooParc de Beauval, Spacious Garden, Sleeps 12 ## Photo gallery for Family & Friends Retreat: Near Loire Castles, ZooParc de Beauval, Spacious Garden, Sleeps 12 ![Exterior - Family & Friends Retreat: Near Loire Castles, ZooParc de Beauval, Spacious Garden, Sleeps 12 (Vicq-sur-Nahon)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59960000/59958500/59958440/9e3e68a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - Family & Friends Retreat: Near Loire Castles, ZooParc de Beauval, Spacious Garden, Sleeps 12 (Vicq-sur-Nahon)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59960000/59958500/59958440/ae788bce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Family & Friends Retreat: Near Loire Castles, ZooParc de Beauval, Spacious Garden, Sleeps 12 (Vicq-sur-Nahon)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59960000/59958500/59958440/b15c148a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Family & Friends Retreat: Near Loire Castles, ZooParc de Beauval, Spacious Garden, Sleeps 12 (Vicq-sur-Nahon)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59960000/59958500/59958440/7e205ccf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children’s area - Family & Friends Retreat: Near Loire Castles, ZooParc de Beauval, Spacious Garden, Sleeps 12 (Vicq-sur-Nahon)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59960000/59958500/59958440/2939e507.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Family & Friends Retreat: Near Loire Castles, ZooParc de Beauval, Spacious Garden, Sleeps 12 provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 122368 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - 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. ### Family & Friends Retreat: Near Loire Castles, ZooParc de Beauval, Spacious Garden, Sleeps 12 ☘ Peace and Comfort in the Heart of France Located just 5 minutes from Valençay Castle, 30 minutes from Beauval Zoo, and close to the famous Loire Valley castles, the Sologne region, and the Brenne Regional Natural Park, the Sermoise gîte invites you to discover the beauty of the area. Just 2.5 hours south of Paris, in a peaceful and verdant setting, come and spend unforgettable moments with family or friends. ❀ An Ideal Setting for Your Stays, for Up to 12 People This charming Berry-style gîte, surrounded by 3,500 m² of wooded and flower-filled grounds, is the perfect place for your get-together. Enjoy a covered terrace and a large outdoor area with equipment for all ages: swings, a slide, a basketball hoop, a ping-pong table, a pétanque court, a brick barbecue, garden furniture, and sun loungers. Cottage layout: • Ground floor: entrance hall, fully equipped kitchen, living/dining room (TV, fireplace with insert), 1 bedroom (double bed + cot), separate WC, shower room. • First floor: landing with reading area, 3 bedrooms (3 double beds + cot), 1 bedroom (4 single beds, TV), separate WC, shower room. Comfort and services: • Free Wi-Fi • Firewood included • Overtime charge: €50 per person per stay Reception room available: rent a room seating 50 people near the cottage, with a fully equipped kitchen, changing rooms, and restrooms, for your events or celebrations. Optional extras: End-of-stay cleaning (excluding dishes and rubbish) €80 Single bed sheets €10 each Double bed sheets €12 each Towels €7 per person Pet supplement: €5 per pet per day Oil heating €10 per night 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. On the A85, exit towards Selles-sur-Cher. Cross Selles-sur-Cher, La Vernelle, Fontguenand then Valençay. Leave Valençay in the direction of Châteauroux. Pass the fixed radar on your left. After 1 km, take the first road on the right at the "Sermoise" sign (Gîtes de France sign). The gîte is the first house on the left, 300 m. On the A71, exit towards Vierzon. Cross Vatan, Guilly then Rouvres-les-Bois. Leave Rouvres-les-Bois towards Valençay. Before entering Valençay, turn left at the "Sermoise" sign (Gîtes de France sign). The gîte is the first house on the left, 300 m. On the A20: a) Exit towards Vatan. Cross Vatan, Guilly then Rouvres-les-Bois. b) Exit towards Issoudun. Cross Levroux. Exit Rouvres-les-Bois (a) or Levroux (b) towards Valençay. Before entering Valençay, turn left at the "Sermoise" sign (Gîtes de France sign). The gîte is the first house on the left, 300 m. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### 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: 2,368 square feet ## Similar properties ![House, Ensuite | View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74840000/74835700/74835633/f42e5fde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chateau de Coubloust Vicq-sur-Nahon - 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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 Villa Vicq-sur-Nahon, 5 bedrooms, 12 persons Vicq-sur-Nahon 14993923976 ## About the area Vicq-sur-Nahon is home to this cottage. Plage de Villedieu and Chemillé Lake Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Zoo Parc Beauval and Loire Valley Gardens. [Visit our Vicq-sur-Nahon travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vicq-Sur-Nahon.dx3000034820) [View more Cottages in Vicq-sur-Nahon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vicq-Sur-Nahon-Cottages.d3000034820-aaCottages.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%7C47.13183%2C1.57433&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2819OjtJZGCYbeJ61tBOWV-yIfc=) Vicq-sur-Nahon, Centre-Loire Valley ### What's nearby - ![Chateau de Valencay featuring a fountain and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6107660/04ba9a1c-bf8e-4baa-84c5-ac9c090e927d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Château de Valencay 5 min drive \- 3.2 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 33 min drive \- 21.7 miles - Musée de l'Automobile 6 min drive \- 3.6 miles - Château de Selles sur Cher 19 min drive \- 14.1 miles - Loire Valley Gardens 19 min drive \- 13.3 miles ### Getting around - Valencay Station 5 min drive - Chateauroux (CHR-Chateauroux - Centre) 36 min drive ### Restaurants - Trattoria Romana 4 min drive - Le Grain de Sel 5 min drive - La Duchesse de Dino 5 min drive - Pizza Nat 5 min drive - Arnaudin Laurence 5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Family & Friends Retreat: Near Loire Castles, ZooParc de Beauval, Spacious Garden, Sleeps 12 pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Family & Friends Retreat: Near Loire Castles, ZooParc de Beauval, Spacious Garden, Sleeps 12? ### What time is check-in at Family & Friends Retreat: Near Loire Castles, ZooParc de Beauval, Spacious Garden, Sleeps 12? ### What time is check-out at Family & Friends Retreat: Near Loire Castles, ZooParc de Beauval, Spacious Garden, Sleeps 12? ### Where is Family & Friends Retreat: Near Loire Castles, ZooParc de Beauval, Spacious Garden, Sleeps 12 located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Family & Friends Retreat: Near Loire Castles, ZooParc de Beauval, Spacious Garden, Sleeps 12 Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good 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 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Mathias B. 10 Nov 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Séjour très agréable Nous avons passé un très bon séjour. La propriétaire est agréable et à l'écoute. Seul bémol : des lits un peu plus grand (lits de 135) serait un vrai plus. ##### Mathias B. 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