Gite Troglodyte Atypique - Garden Suite, Loire View - Near the Castles

Riverfront cottage in Rochecorbon with patio

At the foot of the Rochecorbon Lantern, with a sensational view of the Loire, this property offers a unique troglodyte stay. It has a kitchenette, a living room and a terrace. It includes breakfast *, sheets and towels, cleaning, wifi, and all taxes.
Rochecorbon benefits from the classification of the world heritage of UNESCO, only 55 mins from Paris by TGV and Tours airport is 10 minutes. An ideal stop if you are heading south or north of France.

This troglodyte is buried in the rock, hidden in the garden. This suite shows signs of its historic use as a dwelling with a traditional bread oven in the living room. The accommodation is perfect for two, but can take up to four people with a fold-out sofa bed (140cm). It includes a kitchenette with a microwave, 2 hot plates, mini-grill, espresso machine (Tassimo), toaster and kettle, a living area with dining table and seating area, a bedroom with a double bed ( 140cm), a separate bathroom and a private terrace.

These troglodytes have been developed to offer visitors a unique accommodation experience; stay in a modern cave halfway up a cliff! These dwellings date back to the Middle Ages and even to prehistoric times. It is the combination of modern decor mixed with original and traditional features; its history being linked to the lantern just above the gîte, the enclosed garden, the sunny terraces, the birds, the rock, and a breathtaking view of the beautiful Loire!

Whether your stay is long or short, there will always be something to discover and enjoy here in Rochecorbon and the surrounding area.
Rochecorbon is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and as such, offers a rich experience of history and the outdoors, including bike paths, walking routes and river experiences. Here in Rochecorbon, you can easily discover gastronomy, wine, eat in nearby restaurants, visit the shops of local artisans and the markets.
Many local wine caves are within walking distance, offering tours and tastings.
The beautiful city of Tours is only 6 km away, Vouvray 3 km, Amboise 15 km, Le Grand Aquarium de Touraine 20 km.
From Rochecorbon, you can discover the many Loire castles, heritage sites, vineyards, villages and markets ...
We provide brochures and maps, as well as information and links on our website; A branch of the Tours tourist office is also open throughout the summer season just below the gîte on the quay.

Guest accommodations at this cottage feature patios.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.