Luxury gite close to Le Loir, cycle network, chateaux and wine region

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Outdoor space

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Vaas, Pays De La Loire

Notre Dame de Vaas2 min drive
Zoo de la Fleche33 min drive
Bugatti Circuit34 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Welcome to our house, a beautifully restored 200 year old property which blends a mix of modern decor with original features. The tasteful and high quality renovation was recognised in a feature in Living France magazine.

The property is located in a tranquil location, in a hamlet 1 mile from the village of Vaas, which provides a shop, boulangerie, charcuterie, two bars and a very good restaurant. Vaas is on the Le Loir river, which provides opportunities for kayaking. Slightly further away is the bustling small town of Chateau Du Loire (6 miles) which has a fabulous range of shops, cafe's, restaurants and other amenities, as well as a fantastic Saturday market, and Le Lude (8 miles) which includes a fabulous Chateau.

The main A28 motorway is only 4 miles away, placing the Channel Ports of Caen (2hrs) and St Malo (2.5hrs) and the Channel Tunnel (4.5hrs) within easy reach. Tours airport provides regular flights to London Stansted and is an easy drive of 40 minutes.

Why not explore the wonderful Loire vineyards from Muscadet in the West to Sancerre in the East, with close proximity to the wonderful wines from Bourgueil, Touraine and Vouvray. If you're interested in visiting the world famous chateaux, there are plentiful options to visit during your stay. The house is located equal distance between the fascinating cities of Tours and Le Mans. Both can be visited by car or by train using the local railway station at Vaas which is within a 20 minute walk. For the more adventurous, take a train to Le Mans and then hop on the 1 hr TGV service to Paris for a short mini break. For any petrol heads, the World famous Le Mans race circuit is only a 25 minute drive away and hosts events including the 24 hour race, Classic and MotoGP throughout the year.

For those guests wanting to relax and recharge the batteries, the property looks out onto approx. 1/2 acre of well kept mature private gardens. The house is surrounded by rich agricultural land, and is only 100 meters from the official Loir Cycleway which offers a fabulous way of exploring the local area. The rear garden is a real sun trap, loungers and patio furniture are provided as well as a bbq to enjoy whilst sampling one of the excellent local wines. Private off road parking is provided for our guests.

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Vaas

This vacation home is located in Vaas. Cherre Archeological Site and Chateau du Lude are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Zoo de la Fleche and l'Ilebulle Aquatic Center.

Vaas, Pays De La Loire

What's nearby

Notre Dame de Vaas - 2 min drive
Chateau du Lude - 15 min drive
Circuit de la Sarthe - 32 min drive
Zoo de la Fleche - 33 min drive
Bugatti Circuit - 34 min drive

Getting around

Vaas Station - 3 min drive
Le Mans (LME-Arnage) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

Les Provinces - 8 min drive
McDonald's - 13 min drive
Comme A la Maison - 11 min drive
Ciné Off - 10 min drive
Le Grand Hôtel - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury gite close to Le Loir, cycle network, chateaux and wine region pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Susan m.

26 Jul 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional

Just returned from a great week spent in this stunning Gite.Was welcomed personally by Alex and Andy and a nice welcome gift was left including treats for our dog Every thing you can possibly want on holiday was there including a comfortable bed The outside area is private and enclosed perfect for relaxing and great for our dog although she did get spoilt with love from our hosts and kept sneaking to them The gite is in a quiet location but within a short drive there are many places to visit Including vineyards and chateaux Thankyou we will be recommending you to family and friends Sue,Steve and Sky

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

5 Sept 2018

Beautiful Gite in a fantastic setting

Myself and my partner had a lovely stay in this Gite, it was immaculately maintained and had a beautiful garden that we could use. It is very peaceful and the location is perfect for wine lovers with a number of vineyards locally. Hosts were very helpful and gave good advice about the local area and places to visit. We visited Chateau's that were just a short distance away. There really is so much to see in this beautiful area. We can't wait to return again.

10/10 Excellent

Philip B.

30 Jul 2018

Lovely Gite in a beautiful area of France

We have enjoyed a wonderful week in the peaceful area of the Loir. La Petite Cachette was exactly as we imagined from the description of the property when we booked. The Gite is an old piggery which has been beautifully converted into an attractive holiday home. Inside the Gite the décor is clean and modern, it is well equipped and has everything you need, and more for a holiday. The large garden outside is perfect for relaxing during the day or enjoying a BBQ and glass of wine in the evening. The many and varied animal sounds remind you that you are in a rural setting. The house is situated in Les Halles which is a small hamlet a mile or so from the local town of Vaas where there are a few small shops and a pretty riverside to explore. It is also about twenty minutes from an enormous supermarket in Chateau du Loir. The location is perfect for exploring the many wonderful sights of the Loir and Loire areas. Our highlights were La Lude and La Fleche to the west, Vendome to the East and the lovely town of Saumur (great wine tasting area) in the South. Each of these towns were extremely pretty and full of character, and a plus for us was that they were not as busy/touristy as some larger towns on the Loire. The Gite is also well situated for Le Mans. Overall it was a great place for a holiday. Huge thanks to Alex and Andy who were great hosts, gave us lots of tips and information on the area and also tried very hard to befriend our grumpy dog, Daisy.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

27 Sept 2017

A well appointed gite in peaceful surroundings

Our stay was just what we needed; a peaceful refuge from the stresses of everyday life. The gite was spotlessly clean, and contained every conceivable aid for cooking, relaxing, and navigating around the area. Best of all was sitting in the garden watching the wildlife, from mini murmurations of starlings and the flocks of chattering sparrows, to the antics of a vole gathering food and a surprise attack from a sparrow hawk. We loved the Chateau at Langeais, and the opportunities for wine tasting along the Loire We would like to return next year, and stay for longer!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Harry R.

14 Aug 2017

Great property in a quite location. Perfect get away for two.

Had a lovely time in this beautifully prepared Gite. Huge garden with sun all day and early evening perfect for eating and drinking on the patio. English Satellite TV, if you want it. Great coffee machine, good pressure in the shower and a very sleepy village location all make for a restful haven. Explored the area on road bikes for a week - hardly any traffic on the well maintained country lanes with beautiful countryside in all directions. Would recommend this place for a couple to have a bit of an escape for a week. Nearest shop about 1KM away sells bread, milk, veg, etc - supermarkets about 20 minutes away by car. We got minimal phone coverage whilst in the garden (nothing inside).

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017

About the host

Your host

We love this part of a France and have been enjoying holidays to the region over many years. The opportunity to buy a second property was eventually realised, we just wish we'd done it sooner!

We live in the Cotswolds, I am a fitness instructor and personal trainer, my husband is a Commercial Director.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with it, it's beautiful, it makes us smile when we sit at home in the UK, we always have such amazing times when we get to visit, it's our very own part of France and we love every part of it.

This part of France is such a hidden gem, wonderful weather, very traditional, not too touristy and not too long a drive.

Unlike a number of British owned gites, we have not furnished it with old items from the UK. Hopefully the photographs show the modern and bright coordinated look we have adopted - we hope you like it!