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"les écureuils" 4* chateaux Azay le rideau

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Exterior
A heated pool
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Outdoor dining
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10180 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Cheillé, Centre-Val De Loire
  • Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Natural Park
    1 min walk
  • Château Azay-Le-Rideau
    7 min drive
  • Château de l'Islette
    7 min drive
  • Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley)
    36 min drive

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About the area

Cheille

On lake.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Natural Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Château de l'Islette with a stay here. Domaine Nicolas Paget and Château Azay-Le-Rideau are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Château Azay-Le-Rideau - 7 min drive
  • Valley of the Goupillières - 9 min drive
  • Cave of Goupillières - 11 min drive
  • Château de Langeais - 14 min drive
  • Château de Villandry - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Rivarennes Station - 7 min drive
  • Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Conciergerie - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪L'Atelier Gourmand - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪L'Aigle d'Or - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Au Bon Vin de Touraine - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪I Fratelli - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

"les écureuils" 4* chateaux Azay le rideau

The cottage "squirrels" 4 *, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, will seduce you fail to hand the quality of the service, space, private pool, garden and wood not overlooked and its exceptional location in the heart the castles of the Loire (azay the curtain 4 km villandry 10 km, 7 km rigny ussé chenonceau 40 km, amboise 30 km and many troglodityques and sites.), Loire by bike and hiking locally. quiet village and close to any business with family or friends
A ground floor bedroom with en-suite shower room for people with reduced mobility
the beds are adjustable to accommodate adults or children
the cottage is equipped with every comfort, dishwasher, washing machine, dryer, iron, TV, DVD player, radio with playlist player, garden furniture, sunbath and outdoor sofa, barbecue
ecological cottage, natural materials, ecological central heating and fire of the winter, southern exposure, very bright,
loft spirit in the main room
The heated, secure pool is exclusively for you
The cottage can accommodate 10 people maximum
a cot is at your disposal as well as the small equipment
we provide all the household linen (sheets, towels, tea towels) with the exception of pool towels, the beds are made upon arrival, we offer if you wish a cleaning package at the end of your stay. A security deposit of 550 (not levied) will be required at the entrance and returned no later than one week after the stay.

Property manager

yannick barranca

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: uniquement a l exterieur

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • In a rural location
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Tennis on site
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1938 sq ft (180 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

"squirrels" 4 Heated Pool / the Loire Valley / Azay the Curtain

"les écureuils" 4* chateaux Azay le rideau Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family stay in August
We were really happy with our stay at this property. It was just as expected and the photos are an accurate representation of what it looks like.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C., Bristol UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for families
We were travelling with a disabled grandma, who enjoyed the ground floor room, grandad, son, daughter-in-law and two grandsons. We had a brilliant time, the house and pool were perfect! Lovely comfortable beds and everything you need for a really lovely family holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
A great place to stay and relax with many beautiful chateaus nearby
We arrived later in the evening than expected so didn’t meet our host until the following morning, but access to the property was easy and straightforward. The directions to the property were easy to follow. The house was clean and well equipped and the pool was wonderful to relax in after a day sightseeing. We were a party of 3 adults in a house for 10 people so we didn’t use all the bedrooms. The kitchen was well equipped and spacious and there were 3 bathrooms. The downstairs bedroom was cool and easily accessible being in what must have been the original house. However, I think a young family may struggle with the open tread staircase off the living room and up to the first floor bedroom. Again 3 adults so not a problem for us. Laurence our host was able to give recommendations for bike hire, chateaux and restaurants to visit. One other thing to note is the security deposit in cash, euros, to be given on arrival, this was returned in full when we departed, but we then had lots of euros to convert back to our own currency on return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

denyse r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
We had a fantastic time , the villa was amazing and had everything you could ask for
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday
Overall all very well and our family had a lovely holiday. Hosts were responsive to our initial questions. Pool lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place and location in Loire
We would not hesitate to come here again. The property is much larger than it looks in the pictures and Laurence is a fantastic host. Everything is within a short drive, castles, market towns. Thank you for a memorable stay
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma R., Londres, Royaume-Uni

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacances de rêve!
maison magnifique, exactement comme annoncée, dans un lieu superbe, nous avons passés une très belle semaine au soleil au bord de la piscine et Laurence nous a beacoup aidé avec des recommendations, elle est même venue à notre secours le jour-même lors d'une coupure d'électricité pendant un gros orage! à ne pas manquer, merci encore Laurence
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

sarah w.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Squirrels Aug 23
Perfect house for our extended family holiday. Beautiful peaceful location, lovely warm pool and large garden. Would highly recommend for a large family group
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Recommended
Accommodation layout a little unusual, but oodles of space and all necessary facilities. Hosts are a delightful and friendly couple who live a short walk away. Any issues were resolved very quickly and plenty of helpful advice and recommendations. Perfect location for visiting the Loire Valley and all the main towns and chateaux.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with super facilities including parking, small pool, large outside terrace and a very large kitchen and dining area - perfect for large groups but with well designed areas for more privacy (with bedrooms on either side of the property). Laurence and Yannick are delightful hosts and live close by, and sorted out a very minor problem within minutes. The kitchen is well designed and easy to cook meals for a large group. With two bedrooms on either side of the property it is great for two families but the shared bathroom on one side of the upper house means it is better for parents and children to share (no real privacy for two sets of adults to use). The outside space is lovely, and we sat around the pool most afternoons (pool is small but perfect for cooling off). There is a cycle path just up from the house which takes you into nearby Azay which is stunning (around 10-15 minutes on a bike). Would highly recommend the house and would love to return to this beautiful area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent!
This is a wonderful property. Very clean, exceptionally well equipped and a perfect location tucked away in a quiet hamlet near Azay. We kept in touch with Laurence on our arrival day, and she came to the property as she lives a few doors away. Having the hosts close by gave us re-assurance in case we had any problems, but we didn’t. There is a large ground floor bedroom with a big en-suite. Above that room there is a huge bedroom with a cot, and two singles and a double. Plenty of room in that upstairs bedroom for a family to share. This upstairs bedroom has the use of a shower room and separate wc downstairs on the hallway. Across the other side of the house on the mezzanine floor there are two bedrooms that share a shower room with wc. These two rooms both had double beds in them. I think we had the option to have one of these rooms set up as a twin, but check that with the owner beforehand in case I’ve got it wrong. The swimming pool is lovely. Nice and warm, and a welcome relief on the hot days. Plenty of sun-loungers. A huge outdoor table and many chairs to seat a large group. The only VERY SMALL issue we had was in relation to the security deposit. We assumed from the wording on the website that it would be by way of a credit card scan, as it spoke about “not levied” and “returned within a week of your departure” but Laurence explained that she couldn’t process a credit card. We therefore had to use cash. Apparently in France cheques are still used a lot, and therefore many of their French guests hand over a cheque (which is not banked) and it is posted back after the property has been checked. As I said, not a major issue, but just to be aware to avoid confusion. We would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending this property- Yannick and Laurence are superb hosts and they have made Squirrels a wonderful retreat in which to enjoy the peace and quiet of the countryside in a cosy little corner of France. If we return to the area in the future this will be top of our list as a place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our Stay at "Squirrels"
This is a really lovely house, set in a hamlet in beautiful grounds, that are not overlooked, with woodland beyond the boundaries. We were 4 retired adults and there was plenty of space with a large kitchen/family room, plus a double en-suite bedroom, bathroom and toilet downstairs, plus the upstairs bedrooms. The pool is great, and maintained at a really comfortable 28 degrees. The owner is on hand to sort out any minor issues that might occur (none during our stay) and ready with helpful advice on the local area.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ernie B., Coalville

Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing place to relax!
The property is quite wonderful. In one of the hottest weeks of the year, we kept cool by dipping in and out of the pool. The garden and patio area are so lovely that we hardly spent any time inside the house, apart from sleeping. We would recommend it for two or three families, rather than four couples because the smallest bedroom and the larger one next to it share a "intimate" access to the bathroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Graham S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely place to stay in the Loire Valley
A really practical house for a family stay. In two halves, split by the large kitchen /diner/lounge, young children and parents can have one side, with generous bathroom provision, and grandparents can have the other. A lovely and very safe pool was a great hit. Our second stay, and we'll go again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Needed more time!
Absolutely loved the accommodation. The pool, the garden, the surrounding countryside everything perfect. Central to a number Chateau. Wish we had stayed longer. Jim
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe & Andie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home to relax with the family
We were looking for a family friendly home with a pool to escape to for a week following a stressful couple of years, and that’s exactly what we found in Cheille. Everything was easy, the weather great and we enjoyed walking in the forest, visiting Azay Le Rideau, Chinon, Tours and Langeais. We’d recommend Les Ecureuils to anybody looking for a similar break.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Orly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great modernly renovated house with all needed facilities
The house is big, spacious, modernly furnished and has all the needed facilities to enjoy a great stay. The Location is great, very easy to tour and travel all the best things the Val de Loire has to offer. We would love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Roger L., UK

Liked: Cleanliness
The Squirrels September 2019
The Squirrels is in an ideal location for visiting Chateaus and Loire winerys. The house easily met our expectations in terms of space and facilities. Its location in small rural village, just outside of Azay, is perfect for those looking for a peaceful base. The weather during our early September stay reached 30, making the swimming pool a welcome addition. For our party of 4 adults,he house was well serviced and spacious with all the fcailities we needed. The hosts were friendly & approcahable and on the plus side spoke English. In summary this is an excellent property in and excellent location with excellent hosts
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquillity in the Loire
Beautiful property in a peaceful location. We really enjoyed relaxing on the patio with a cold bottle of Chinon rose, and swimming in the pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

michael c.

Liked: Cleanliness
June 2019
The property came up to our expectations. We had rented such accommodation before in France and this one was one of the best. It’s location was exactly what we wanted. Easy access to the Loire Château and wineries. The property was also easy to find when traveling to it from Paris, as we were. We were only 4 people in a property that obviously can house more. But all the facilities we wanted were available. The property is surrounded by a large garden with a good sized pool. Very rural which was what we wanted. As the weather was so good we only eat outside from the barbecue. Never used the cooker. There were some very minor issues but as the owner lives at the end of the road these were resolved quickly and easily Perfect place for a holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nyame R.

Wonderful Holiday home
We had a beautiful holiday at "The Squirrels", a private, peaceful residence. The owners are incredibly friendly and knowledgeable; we found their restaurant recommendations particularly helpful. The home itself is very comfortable and well appointed. We were a family of 3 adults and 2 children. We travelled with a relative with mobility issues; the ground floor master bedroom with king size bed and en suite shower room was perfect for her. The second toilet is on the ground floor, separated from an upstairs bedroom by a large wooden staircase so it may be difficult to access at night for younger children who sleep in that room. The two bedrooms at the top of the "floating" staircase are separated by an en suite shower room. A word of caution if you are tall; the second floor master bedroom (see photo with brown wall matting head board) was the double bed. Perhaps if you notify your hosts in advance, the bed can be swapped with the twins in the "green locker" room, for a more comfortable sleep. A dip in the pool was a perfect way to end a day of sight-seeing. We would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Graham S.

Lovely holiday home
The house is beautifully set up for a holiday home with two bedroom areas at separate ends of the property (each with showers) and a living and cooking area in between. All is very well appointed and equipped and the pool is particularly well thought out from the point of view of safety. The owners live close by and are very helpful and friendly. We had two small children in our party and the owners went to great lengths to make sure that the sleeping arrangements suited our needs. The property is in a very quiet and safe corner of one of the hamlets that comprise Cheillé. Shops are 5 minutes away by car and there is a good selection of places to eat nearby and easy access to many tourist attractions. A very good base for a Loire valley holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Excellent
Lovely place , very well set up , friendly and helpful owner and very suitable for a person with disablilities . Looking forward to returning, the site is better than it looks in the pictures.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jerome G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Séjour en Touraine
Très belle région des châteaux de la Loire. Villandry, Langeais, Chinon, Azay le Rideau, le charme ne manque pas. Facile à circuler en vélo. Nous avons eu pluie et neige. Alors nous avons fait quelques visites de caves de producteurs de vin. De très belles tables de restaurant. La semaine ne suffit pas à tous les fréquenter. Le gîte est très agréable et facile. Proche des bois. Piscine non utilisée car novembre, mais en été, sa situation proche de la maison est un atout. Laurence est prévenante, et garantit un séjour dans les meilleures conditions.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Achim G.

Liked: Cleanliness
In the heart of Touraine
A warm welcome from Laurence with all the information about the house and the surrounding area. Very spacious house in a rural location, which is ideal for two families or friends, as there are two bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms at opposite ends of the building. The large combined living and dining room with open kitchen also offers enough space and seating for the specified number of people. We really liked the combination of the old building with modern elements, the equipment is very extensive and we didn't feel cold even in autumn, which is not a matter of course in old buildings. Shops, petrol station and restaurants can be found in Azay-le-Rideau, which can be reached by car in less than ten minutes. The number of excursion options is huge and there should be something for every preference. We felt very comfortable here and spent a great week in the heart of Touraine. Au revoir!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024