Title: Rural cottage near castles, pets welcome, large garden Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Rural cottage near castles, pets welcome, large garden Cottage with kitchen, steps from Chateaux de la Loire ## Photo gallery for Rural cottage near castles, pets welcome, large garden ![Property grounds - Rural cottage near castles, pets welcome, large garden (Cheillé)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31920000/31919200/31919115/b2e521cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - Rural cottage near castles, pets welcome, large garden (Cheillé)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31920000/31919200/31919115/70d14c11.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi - Rural cottage near castles, pets welcome, large garden (Cheillé)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31920000/31919200/31919115/53baa245.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher - Rural cottage near castles, pets welcome, large garden (Cheillé)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31920000/31919200/31919115/2707970a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Rural cottage near castles, pets welcome, large garden (Cheillé)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31920000/31919200/31919115/f15798c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Rural cottage near castles, pets welcome, large garden provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4721 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Rural cottage near castles, pets welcome, large garden Holiday cottage converted from an old farmhouse in a rural hamlet, near the Chinon forest and the Indre Valley, on a two-hectare wooded property. Wines can be purchased from winemakers recommended by the owner. A truffle orchard has been established on the property for three years. Ground floor: living room/kitchen 27 m² (multifunction oven, sofa bed), 1st bedroom (two single beds 90cm each), 2nd bedroom (one double bed 140cm), shower room, WC. Electric heating (charged separately based on meter reading). Color TV. Wi-Fi. Landscaped, unfenced garden of 20,000 m² shared with the cottage and the owner, open garage. Cot and highchair available upon request. Firewood provided. Two adult-sized electric bikes available for rent (additional charge). End-of-stay cleaning included. A play structure and pétanque court with equipment are available. This is a non-smoking property. The cottage, located in a hamlet, was renovated in 1995 respecting traditional construction methods. Don't miss a visit to the village of Cheillé, where you'll see the three-hundred-year-old oak tree that has grown through the church walls, and the Château de l'Islette (the setting for the passionate love affair between Camille Claudel and Auguste Rodin). The area is ideal for hiking in the Chinon forest, located 500 meters away (near the GR3 long-distance hiking trail), and for exploring numerous walking and cycling routes (including the Indre à Vélo cycle route in the heart of the Indre Valley, so beloved by Balzac). Canoeing and kayaking are available on the Indre River. The property is also close to the castles of Azay-le-Rideau, Villandry, Langeais, Rigny-Ussé, Chinon, Rivau, and Saché. A stone's throw from the troglodyte village and basketry of Villaines-les-Rochers, the dried pear of Rivarennes, and the riverside village of Bréhémont. Recommendations for tasting the AOC wines of Azay-le-Rideau and/or Chinon are available from the owner, an ambassador for the Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Natural Park. The price does not include: Electricity consumption for heating and general electricity. Electric vehicle charging is permitted in the accommodation via a standard outlet in the garage. Microwave, Washing machine, Dishwasher, Barbecue, Television, Fireplace (or insert), Garden furniture, Heritage, Tradition, Freezer/Fridge-freezer, Internet: powerline or Wi-Fi, Non-smoking, Baby equipment, Parking, Terrace, Garden, Garage, Pets allowed, Pet deposit, Bicycle or mountain bike, End-of-stay cleaning included, Bed linen option, Towel option. Optional extras payable on site: Linen kit (1 bath towel + 1 hand towel + 1 washcloth): €12. Linen kit for 1 single bed: €15. Linen kit for 1 double bed: €25. 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. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Freezer - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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: 721 square feet ## Similar properties ![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71730000/71722300/71722256/da26ba57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Domaine de La Commanderie de Ballan Ballan-Mire - 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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 ### Property is also known as Gite Cheillé 2 Bedrooms 4 Persons Gite Cheillé, 2 Bedrooms, 4 Persons Private vacation home Gite Cheillé, 2 Bedrooms, 4 Persons Lignières-de-Touraine 12518052259 ## About the neighborhood Cheille is home to this cottage. Château de l'Islette and Musée de l'Osier et de la Vannerie are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Chateaux de la Loire and Château Azay-Le-Rideau. Valley of the Goupillières and Saint-Benoit Aventure are also worth visiting. [Visit our Cheille travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Cheille.dx6140040) [View more Cottages in Cheille](https://www.expedia.com/Cheille-Cottages.d6140040-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%7C47.25403%2C0.43416&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZB96mWYLphZHmG_D8hW7t73PT1k=) Cheillé, Centre-Loire Valley ### What's nearby - ![Chateau de Villandry showing a garden and chateau or palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6107718/c52f2799-555f-4c78-a036-c87d86de6497.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Chateaux de la Loire 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - ![Azay Le Rideau Chateau, France](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561766909/447416fe-233c-4377-bebe-bea125b40703.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Château Azay-Le-Rideau 4 min drive \- 2.8 miles - ![Chateau de Villandry featuring a garden and chateau or palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6107718/1d7aa4a9-5e51-4b7a-ae20-ac6fbc065a98.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Château de Villandry 16 min drive \- 11.1 miles - ![Chateau de Chenonceau which includes chateau or palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6107648/5d7fb394-e49b-4ced-963f-f2777860afbb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Château de Chenonceau 41 min drive \- 43.7 miles - Château d'Amboise 43 min drive \- 42.3 miles ### Getting around - Rivarennes Station 7 min drive - Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley) 37 min drive ### Restaurants - Le Q de Bouteille 6 min drive - Auberge de XIIe Siècle 10 min drive - L'odette 5 min drive - Paul 6 min drive - Brasserie Des Halles 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rural cottage near castles, pets welcome, large garden pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Rural cottage near castles, pets welcome, large garden? ### What time is check-out at Rural cottage near castles, pets welcome, large garden? ### Where is Rural cottage near castles, pets welcome, large garden located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Rural cottage near castles, pets welcome, large garden Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### christine m. Jul 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vacances réussies en Touraine Ce qui domine c´est une qualité de vie et la passion des gens pour leur région et leur activité: le propriétaire de notre hebergement, la propriétaire de Champchevrier qui nous a assuré une visite privée , les propriétaires du site troglodytes, les artistes rencontrés à Villandry et à côté du musee de l´osier, la beauté des écuries de Chaumont, les visites de Cheverny, Azay le rideau, Villandry et Chinon et sa forteresse, Langeais, l´amabilité des guides et de l´equipe du haras de Bel air et aussi l´amabilité de la boulangère . ##### christine m. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### alain d. Nov 15, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Emplacement de rêve un peu dur a localiser du fait de votre erreur de localisation ,c'est a CHEILLE et non pas LIGNIERES de TOURAINE une mise a jour serait nécessaire pour les prochains locataires. ##### alain d. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Françoise L. Jun 11, 2025 ##### Françoise L. 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