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=&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 Cottage in Vicq-sur-Nahon with kitchen and fireplace ## 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) ![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) ![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) - 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 the Château de Valençay, 30 minutes from the Beauval Zoo, and close to the famous châteaux of the Loire Valley, Sologne, and the Brenne Regional Natural Park, the Sermoise gîte invites you to discover the beauty of the region. Just 2.5 hours south of Paris, in a peaceful and green setting, come and spend unforgettable moments with family or friends. ❀ An ideal setting for your stays, for up to 12 people This charming Berry gîte, surrounded by 3,500 m² of wooded and flowery grounds, is the perfect place for your get-togethers. Enjoy a covered terrace and a large outdoor area with amenities for all ages: climbing frames (swings, slide), basketball hoop, ping-pong table, pétanque court, brick barbecue, garden furniture, and sun loungers. Gîte layout: • Ground floor: entrance hall, equipped kitchen, living/dining room (TV, fireplace with insert), 1 bedroom (double bed + crib), separate toilet, shower room. • Upper floor: landing with reading corner, 3 bedrooms (3 double beds + crib), 1 bedroom (4 single beds, TV), separate toilet, shower room. Amenities and services: • Free WiFi • Oil heating: €10/night. Free firewood • Overflow: €50/person/stay Additional services (payable on site): • Linen rental (beds made upon arrival): €10/single bed, €12/double bed • Bathroom linen (2 bath towels, 2 hand towels, 2 washcloths): €7/person/stay • End-of-stay cleaning: €65 • Pet supplement: €5/day/pet Reception room available: rent a 50-seat room near the gîte, with a fully equipped kitchen, changing rooms, and restrooms, for your events or celebrations. 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 ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76990000/76985200/76985164/92e076f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Village House with Private Spa, Bikes, Near Zoo and Chateau Val-Fouzon - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=76985164&PinnedHotelID=76985164&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111640000/111633200/111633111/427796e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quiet house near Valençay, close to Beauval Zoo Valençay - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=111633111&PinnedHotelID=111633111&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114220000/114214100/114214007/1f78f9f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern getaway near the Château de Valençay Valençay - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=114214007&PinnedHotelID=114214007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109340000/109330400/109330307/7e3d3981.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Berry cottage: covered terrace, ping-pong, near Beauval Zoo and Valençay Castle Vicq-sur-Nahon - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=109330307&PinnedHotelID=109330307&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100940000/100934400/100934332/d7fc7ee2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gite Vicq-sur-Nahon, 4 bedrooms, 6 persons Vicq-sur-Nahon - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=100934332&PinnedHotelID=100934332&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39810000/39806300/39806244/4e7553b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gîte le bas close to beauval zoo Veuil - Kitchen - Washing machine - Parking available - Barbecue grill 8.0 Very good 2 reviews £134 includes taxes & fees 3 Feb - 4 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04&selected=39806244&PinnedHotelID=39806244&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, table football, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122580000/122579500/122579486/fb98b98f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Felicità - Longère with swimming pool and large garden. 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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 - L'ambassadeur 5 min drive - Le Bistrot des Halles 5 min drive - La Promenade 6 min drive - Café du Bon Coin 5 min drive - Trattoria Romana 4 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 ### 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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