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L 'Abeille bleue - Cottage *** - 4/6 people - Azay-le-Rideau - from 70 € / night

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
TV, DVD player, table tennis
Dining
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Exceptional

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3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 6861 sq ft

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Cheillé, Centre-Val De Loire
  • Popular LocationChateau Azay-Le-Rideau5 min drive
  • Popular LocationValley of the Goupillières7 min drive
  • Popular LocationChateau de l'Islette7 min drive
  • AirportTours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley)35 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay of one week. Hosts are next door and were very welcoming and friendly. Nonetheless, we we...
Gerry K.
Sep 17, 2023

About this property

Entire place

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

L 'Abeille bleue - Cottage *** - 4/6 people - Azay-le-Rideau - from 70 € / night

Located in the Regional Natural Park Loire-Anjou, between Tours and Chinon, 5 km from Azay-le-Rideau and 12 km of Langeais, between the forest of Chinon and the Indre valley, our house is a rural house independent of 80 m2 on closed ground. Passionate about nature or cultural outings, its location will delight you.

ANIMALS NOT ALLOWED

HOUSING
Country house ground floor and floor
Central heating
wireless Internet

AMENITIES
Living room / Kitchen (new or recent appliances):
- traditional oven
- induction cooking plate
- microwave oven
- fridge Freezer
- dishwasher

- wood stove (wood available)

Living room :
- TV - DVD / Blu-ray
- sofa bed type BZ 160 (mattress bedding daily)

Shower room DRC:
- Italian shower
- washbasin
- wall-mounted hair dryer
- WC corner
- washing machine

Bedroom :
- 1 bed 180 x 200 label "Beautiful bedding"

Mezzanine bedroom:
- 2 beds of 90 x 200 label "Beautiful bedding"

Shower room floor
- shower cabin
- washbasin

WC floor

Baby equipment:
- reclining baby chair recliner
- cot with mattress (mattress and fitted sheet provided)
- bathtub

Bed linen, towels provided (beds made on arrival).

EXTERIOR

Terrace
- garden furniture
- barbecue

Large enclosed relaxation area
- Ping pong table

Three Star Rating (May 2016)

Property manager

Didier et Patricia PLED

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Table tennis on site
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 861 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs are available on request at the property

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 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 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

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 neighborhood

Cheille

Located in Cheille, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Chateau de l'Islette and Maurice Dufresne Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Domaine Nicolas Paget and Pierre et Bertrand Couly. Traveling with kids? Consider Saint-Benoit Aventure and Maison de la Riviere. Discover the area's water adventures with motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
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What's nearby

  • Chateau Azay-Le-Rideau - 5 min drive
  • Valley of the Goupillières - 7 min drive
  • Chateau de l'Islette - 7 min drive
  • Cave of Goupillières - 10 min drive
  • Chateau de Villandry - 16 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Au Bon Vin de Touraine - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Les Grottes - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Brasserie des Halles - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Le Petit Gousier - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪I Fratelli - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is L 'Abeille bleue - Cottage *** - 4/6 people - Azay-le-Rideau - from 70 € / night pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at L 'Abeille bleue - Cottage *** - 4/6 people - Azay-le-Rideau - from 70 € / night?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at L 'Abeille bleue - Cottage *** - 4/6 people - Azay-le-Rideau - from 70 € / night?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is L 'Abeille bleue - Cottage *** - 4/6 people - Azay-le-Rideau - from 70 € / night located?

This family-friendly Cheille cottage is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Natural Park, Domaine Nicolas Paget and Chateau Azay-Le-Rideau. Cave of Goupillières and Chateau de l'Islette are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 115 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 115 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 115 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 115 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 115 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gerry K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Most enjoyable
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay of one week. Hosts are next door and were very welcoming and friendly. Nonetheless, we were totally private. The house is extremely well equipped and lacks nothing. We would have no hesitation in recommending.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard H., Grimsby, United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Gîte and hosts
Fabulous property perfectly equipped and in a nice location a short drive from a beautiful village. The hosts Didier and Patricia were really friendly and helpful. They produce their own apple juice which was delicious. The gîte was absolutely beautiful and was missing absolutely nothing, the quality of the decor and fittings were excellent, it had plenty of outdoor space as well which was great given the weather for most of our stay. A big thank you to Didier and Patricia for a fabulous stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

LaDonna M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
This home was immaculate. The owners had thought of everything and all was of the best quality. The refurbishment and decoration had been done in the best taste. Extremely comfortable to return to after a day out cycling. Slept very well aa the beds were so comfortable. Didier and Patricia are a lovely couple. I just wish I spoke enough French to have a longer conversation with them. It was convenient that they were just next door. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Gite Beautiful hosts
What a great base to explore this amazing part of France
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul M., UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Five Star accommodation in a Five Star location
What a lovely place to stay. Fabulous gite in a lovely rural setting, close to all that the Loire has to offer. Our incredibly welcoming hosts, Didier and Patricia, had thought of everything to make our stay perfect. From the lovely bottle of local wine and fresh apple juice to the basic necessities of dishwasher tablets and washing capsules, our every need was catered for! The cottage itself was extremely well appointed but maintained all the charm of its original self. The garden and shaded patio provided the perfect place to relax and unwind with a glass of wine at the end of a day visiting the many attractions of this beautiful region of France. We will definitely be returning again in the future. Un très bon séjour. Merci Didier et Patricia. Nous reviendrons à l'avenir.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian D.

Liked: Cleanliness
An Excellent Location to Explore the Loire Valley
Great location close to Azay-le-Rideau, not far from Chinon, Saumur and Tours. Excellent facilities and in beautiful condition.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy W., France Metropolitaine

Liked: Cleanliness
Spotless cottage with charming hosts
L'Abeille Bleue is a recently and lovingly renovated cottage in a quiet neighborhood just a short distance from the Azay-Le-Rideau castle. There is plenty to do in the area besides visiting the many beautiful castles, though. Biking, canoeing, kayaking, and the Doué Bioparc are just some of the possibilities. And you won't find kinder hosts anywhere. At one point during our stay I needed to see an eye doctor urgently and Didier drove me to the hospital himself. My family had a wonderful time and we look forward to returning some day.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dorien S., Woudenberg (Utrecht), Netherlands

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house with wonderful hosts
We had a wonderful week in this beautiful house. Didier and Patricia are great hosts and made our vacation week to a great stay. The house is very complete and clean with comfortable beds, nice garden, even two bikes and table tennis table. Many things to do in the environment. We can really recommend l'Abeille bleu!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Antonia R.

Liked: Cleanliness
L'Abeille Bleue
L'Abeille Bleue is a very clean, stylish, comfortable and well equipped holiday rental. I would highly recommend it as a base from which to explore the Touraine region of the Loire.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Louise B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer get-away....
Dear Patricia & Didier, huge thanks for a fabulous stay in your beautiful holiday home. It really is very comfortable and has everything you need for a family holiday. We loved the sun terrace and made huge use of the garden for family games. It was a lovely area of the Loire to visit, with plenty of options for outings nearby. We enjoyed visiting the Chateaus and the numerous cycling routes nearby. We also enjoyed visiting the vineyards and loved your recommendation of the local one!! Thanks for your fabulous hospitality and we will recommend your house to our friends and family. We may well return........best wishes, Simon, Louise & Fraser.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carl W., Nottingham

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic retreat
A beautiful gite in the heart of the Loire valley with Chateaus on the doorstep. Didier and Patricia were wonderful hosts, a package of local produce greeted us upon arrival. The gite is immaculately clean and sympathetically renovated to a very high standard. It is spacious both inside and out, with various outdoor areas to enjoy the tranquility. There is excellent parking onsite and only a short car journey to both Azay-le-Rideau and Langeais, both beautiful towns. Would highly recommend if you are thinking of visiting the stunning Loire valley.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nicola R.

A pretty rural gite with lots to interest in the area.
L’Abeille bleue is a beautifully restored property with a pretty garden (beautiful irises) in a quiet rural area. We found it ideally placed for cycling expeditions and interesting small towns ,chateaux ,markets and wine tasting were on the doorstep. Didier and Patricia were excellent hosts ,very kind and generous with their help and advice . We really appreciated their patience with our terrible French. An ideal holiday place to explore this part of the Loire valley.
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Clare S.

Beautiful gite in a great location for sightseeing, one of the nicest we've stayed in!
Very pretty and well equipped gite, everything we needed for a self catering stay. The children loved the garden and ping-pong table plus the other garden toys and board games in the house. The wood burning stove in the kitchen was great for chilly evenings. Patricia and Didier were friendly and helpful hosts and we appreciated their hospitality.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anna W.

A perfect haven, yet close to chateaux and shops!
We spent a wonderful week with our grandson in this lovely house. Everything you need is here and is impeccably well-kept. There are excellent beds and bedding, providing restful nights in a very peaceful, but not isolated environment. The owners are charming and generous and there is no extra charge for firewood if you visit in winter. The table-tennis in the garden was great fun. There is plenty to do and see in the area, whether you are interested in history, activities such as cycling or gastronomy. Tours is a beautiful city and there are plenty of very attractive smaller towns nearby. We would love to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Justine S.

The L'Abeille blue is an utterly delightful gite, very well equipped, warm and comfortable
We stayed in the L'Abeille bleue for 4 nights in October and had a really lovely autumn break in the beautiful Loire. The gite is very comfortable with a cosy log burner and central heating which means that you can be warm and snug throughout the year here, so it works for summer and winter breaks. Our hosts Didier and Patricia were warm and welcoming and made the stay even more special with their attention and hospitality. Th location is superb for easy access to lots of beautiful local towns and chateaus, and Azay - le - Rideaux is within walking distance, maybe 45 minutes along the river Indre, and is a great place to have on your doorstep. It is only 8 minutes or so by car. we would highly recommend this gite and the area for either shorter breaks or longer stays, it can accommodate both very well.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Janett E.

Beautiful home in beautiful Loire Valley
This is certainly a home away from home. A very comfortable and cozy house with everything you need. The rooms are spacious, the bed very comfortable, the kitchen and dining room very cozy, including a nice fireplace. We enjoyed every minute here and certainly would recommend it to anyone. The house is very lovingly renovated with lots of beautiful features. There is also a large garden with a table tennis and lots of places to lounge around and relax. The hosts are very welcoming and gave us homemade treats. There are also neighbors who helped us when needed. There is plenty of space for 4 people with two bathrooms and toilets. We will come back if travel allows us. Thanks so much for a great stay, Didier and Patricia!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Abigail M.

We very much enjoyed our stay at The Blue Bee
The house was very nice and had everything necessary to ensure our comfort. We were lucky with wonderful weather so were able to enjoy the patio,wood-fired grill and loungers. While located in the countryside it was very convenient to major sites like Chateau de Villandry. Take note of Didier’s wonderful photos of local places and notice where they were taken while you travel about. Dicier and Patricia were wonderful hosts who gave us a local bottle of wine as well as their own apple juice and Patricia’s mirabelle preserves when we arrived. We really enjoyed our stay and wished we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tzarina M.

Fantastic Stay at the Blue Bee
Myself and my Husband Fiachra stayed in the Blue Bee for 1 week in September and we recommend this to the highest degree. Our hosts Didier & Patricia were great, they gave us a warm welcome and were so friendly and generous throughout our stay. If we needed anything they were always ready to help. The house itself was wonderful, full of character and style- so clean and well stocked with all the amenities you need for a great stay. The garden was fantastic - we picked figs and apples for breakfast each morning and Patricia & Didier shared vegetables from their garden with us. Not to mention some great games of table tennis! Our experience here was far superior to that of AIRBNB. Thank you both - we really enjoyed our stay in the Blue Bee. As we didn't get time to see all the amazing sites of the Loire Valley we will be back soon. Regards Tzarina & Fiachra
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Moustaches N.

Lovely house and excellent base Loire/Indre
L'abeille bleue is a wonderful house, beautifully equipped and tastefully decorated and furnished. The house is spacious for 4 people and has two superb bathrooms, large kitchen, beautiful bedrooms and even a living room too. The terrace area and garden right outside the kitchen are lovely and a real sun-trap. Didier and Patricia are very warm and welcoming hosts, and are on hand if there is anything you need at all during your visit. Nothing is too much trouble, if needed. They are discreet hosts, also. Situated in a little hamlet, the location is very tranquil and restful. You can reach the town of Azay le Rideau in just a few minutes, as well as many places along the Indre river, and the Loire, Cher and Vienne rivers. Especially enjoyed visiting the Chateau d'Islette where you can hire a small rowing boat on the Indre. Further afield, Tours, Amboise are within easy reach. L'abeille bleue is a perfect place to stay, and we would not hesitate to return. It is also an excellent base for exploring the area. Merci à Didier et Patricia.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

The property is modern, spacious beautifully kept. It is very well appointed. Great accommodation.
My wife and I stayed the last week in August 2018. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We were given a very warm welcome by Didier and Patricia. They were very determined to make us feel very welcome. The property is in a small rural community and is perfect for a French rural holiday. Everything we needed was on site. There is a nice garden for enjoying the outdoor life. It has good car parking space too. We were pleasantly surprised to find that the property is in reality, more impressive than is suggested by the photographs on the website. A five minute drive gets you to the local village and a little further brings you to good shopping in Carrefour and Lidl. Equally important to our enjoyment were our hosts Didier and Patricia. They did everything they could to make our stay a memorable one. They were on hand whenever we needed them. On our last night we got together for a soiree. It was a great night and was the perfect end to a perfect week. Overall it was a great place to stay and we had a thoroughly enjoyable holiday. Brian.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

KAREN H.

A Jewel In the Countryside
We chose this attractive house in a rural location because it looked peaceful and pleasant. It was! The house has lovely grounds around it, and a quiet private patio in back. Just the right setting to unwind. Its location was ideal for exploring chateaux in the area, or going to Farmer's Markets, Troglodyte sites, or wine tasting. The house has everything we needed and is nicely furnished. It has modern bathrooms and up to date appliances. But, what we will remember most is that the owners who live next door are wonderful! They have helpful suggestions and are very nice to get acquainted with. We found a bottle of good local wine upon our arrival, and Patricia's home made jam. We hope to be able to return to this cozy home we shared with two good friends!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

George M.

A fabulous experience. A lovely property with equally lovely hosts..
We had nothing short of a remarkable stay at The Blue Bee. The property was quaint and peaceful, and the hosts Patricia and Didier were absolutely lovely. The cottage was beautifully decorated and meticulously appointed. Every time we went looking for something we found it easily and it was in impeccable condition. Patricia and Didier have obviously put a tremendous amount of thought and care into this property and it really shows. My only reluctance in strongly encouraging anyone visiting the Loire Valley to stay here is that it may not be available when we book it next year; which we are definitely going to do.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Joan W.

Country charm, peaceful elegance
Four American friends, one couple from California and one from Alaska, traveling together to the Loire chose this charming place by the photos and reviews. Neither does this lovely home justice. Didier and Patricia are so kind and hospitible we immediately felt welcomed as if we were old friends. The house was immaculate and fully equipped. When we arrived, we had had car trouble, and Didier was so helpful in translating our phone calls to the rental company. We could not have done it without him! Patricia showed us around her lovely gardens. We enjoyed our coffee in the morning on the patio, to the sound of birdsongs. If you are looking for a really first class experience enjoying the Chateaux of the area, this is the place to stay. Merci beaucoup Didier and Patricia. We hope you come to visit us in California and Alaska!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

simon riley

This is a very well appointed and cared for property
Everything in the property is new and clean and of good qualitywith a definate ecological bias It is beautifully positioned in a quiet hamlet in an lovely rural area close to the river Loire and chateaux which we enjoyed greatly The owners who live next door could not do enough for us
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

gordon w.

DELIGHTFUL QUIET LOCATION NEAR THE LOIRE
Small house, ideal for 2 couples, but beds for 2 more people available. Tastefully decorated, well furnished and equipped. Small secluded garden, excellent for sitting/eating out during good weather. Friendly and helpful owners who live close by. The house is situated in a small hamlet, away from any major road, but there are shops and a superb boulangerie a mile away in Cheille (Commune St. Blaise--not the main village) and Azay-le-Rideau. Terrific central location for visiting chateaus and vineyards. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017