Apartment in Gizeux, Centre-Val De Loire

Delightful Upstairs Apartment in the Beautiful Rural Countryside of the Loire.

Delightful Upstairs Apartment in the Beautiful Rural Countryside of the Loire.

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Exterior
A bed with individual comfort control
Comfortable dining for two
The Lounge area
In the kitchenette

Overview of Delightful Upstairs Apartment in the Beautiful Rural Countryside of the Loire.

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Gizeux, Centre-Val De Loire
  • Popular LocationChateau de Langeais22 min drive
  • Popular LocationChateau de Villandry26 min drive
  • Popular LocationChateau d'Usse31 min drive
  • AirportTours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley)48 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Delightful Upstairs Apartment in the Beautiful Rural Countryside of the Loire.

Bluebell is a delightful self-contained upstairs apartment with access via external stairs, and being part of our 19th century Maison bourgeoisie. The open plan floor design gives you a very well equipped kitchenette, lounge and dining area. The bathroom has both a large bath and a separate shower, and the large beamed bedroom offers you
a Queen-size bed fitted with adjustable comfort control for you to enjoy individual comfort. You are provided with Free WiFi and UK TV. Very importantly, should you want to bring your dog(s), the Bluebell apartment has a very dog-secure, attractive garden/lawn area for the personal use of your dog(s). We are situated on the edge of Gizeux in the Department of Indre-et-Loire and surrounded by farmland with delightful forests close-by, and is a perfect base from which to explore the magnificently stunning cultural and natural heritage of the Loire Valley. The chateaux of the Loire Valley extend over three ancient provinces outlined by the great loop which the Loire forms and defines a vast, rich area, united by its history.

Gizeux has a fine chateau dating from the middle ages built on the site of a 14th century castle. The chateau has two large galleries decorated with Italian paintings from the start of the 17th century, and with panels representing royal palaces and rural scenes. The Chateau de Gizeux has been listed since 1945 as a monument historique by tyhe French Ministry of Culture. Gizeux is also blessed with a post office, a pharmacy, a superb boulangerie, and a general store/boucherie. There is a medical centre approximately 7 kilometres away in Vernoil, while the excellent Centre Hospital de Saumur is 25 kilometres from Gizeux and has a 24 hours emergency service. While there are many delightful restaurants and cafes in nearby towns, of particular interest is the "Le Musee Bar Tabac" situated next to the famous Jules Desbois Museum in the next village of Parcay-les-Pins. Run by the charming English couple Darren and Louise who offer a good choice of lunch and evening meals.

The beautiful historic town of Saumur has a famous weekly market. Every Saturday morning hundreds of stalls open for business in the streets and squares of the old town, from 8am. The town is also home to the Cadre Noir, and the National School of Horsemanship. Not to be missed are visits to the various wineries of the area. For example, Saumur is famous for Saumur Mousseux sparkling wine and the Saumur red wine Champigny. Chinon is probably best-known for producing Cabernet Franc, while the area of Bourgueil and St Nicholas-de-Bourgueil are infamous for medium bodied wines. Visits to sparkling wine producers such as Gratien & Meyer, Bouvet-ladubay, and Verve Amiot really are a must!

We feel this area offers something in the way of sporting and leisure pursuits for everyone; there are two superb and delightful golf courses each within 30 minutes driving from Gizeux, The two courses - Golf-de-Bauge and Chateau-des-Sept Tours are very different to each other, but both offer a really enjoyable and challenging game of golf; tee times can be arranged, and both courses are members of the Golfy Network. the Lac de Pincemaille a part leisure complex offering water skiing sailing and fishing, and part wetlands home to wildfowl such as golden plovers cormorants and peregrine falcons, and only six kilometres away. Furthermore, the surrounding forest area is ideal for cycling and walking and there are two mountain bikes available for the use of guests.

The channel ports of St Malo, Caen, and Le Havre are only three to four hours distant with Calais some 550 ks away. The local towns of Bourgueil, Saumur, Angers and Tours are but a short drive.

Property manager

Valerie Donohue

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

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

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gizeux

Located in Gizeux, this apartment is in a rural area. Cave de la Dive Bouteille and Chateau d'Usse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Domaine Pierre-Jacques Druet and Domaine des Géleries. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking.

What's nearby

  • Maison "Jean-Carmet" des Vins de Bourgueil - 13 min drive
  • Chateau de Langeais - 22 min drive
  • Chateau de Villandry - 26 min drive
  • Chateau d'Usse - 31 min drive
  • Zoo de la Fleche - 47 min drive

Getting around

  • La Chapelle-sur-Loire Station - 19 min drive
  • Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Café le Musée - 5 min drive
  • Barthelemy S.A. - 10 min drive
  • Le Reve de Zaza - 3 min drive
  • Rami Thierry - 10 min drive
  • Le Bouff'tard - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Delightful Upstairs Apartment in the Beautiful Rural Countryside of the Loire. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Delightful Upstairs Apartment in the Beautiful Rural Countryside of the Loire.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Delightful Upstairs Apartment in the Beautiful Rural Countryside of the Loire.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Delightful Upstairs Apartment in the Beautiful Rural Countryside of the Loire. located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Natural Park and within 9 miles (15 km) of Domaine Pierre-Jacques Druet and Domaine des Géleries. Domaine Lorieux et Fils and Maison "Jean-Carmet" des Vins de Bourgueil are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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4.8/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Ian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A second visit to Bluebell
This was a great return visit. Dawn & Tony were as welcoming as ever and our upstairs apartment was still as charming as we remembered it from before. All the necessities were provided and we were most comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Caro B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful & peaceful place
We had a lovely week at your place! And Luna our german shepherd dog enjoyed it even more! She loved it! We would love to come back again! Peter & Carolien
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Stewart L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Taste of Loire Region
Dawn and Tony were very welcoming. The apartment had everything we required. Very rural location, which suited us, but maybe not for everyone as you must be prepared to drive some miles to reach points of interest. We had a very relaxed holiday and hope to come back again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

5/5 Excellent

Charlotte Doughty D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect place to unwind
Easier to book, great communication with owners. Beautiful setting with lots to see and do nearby. Very comfortable, spacious and well appointed accommodation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

5/5 Excellent

Barry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bluebell
Just returned from lovely break in Loire valley Great hosts Dawn and Tony enjoyed an evening of wine and stories with them Perfect tranquil location
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Valerie Donohue

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Our love affair with the Loire Valley began while on a holiday visit to France in 1973 when we decided to buy a holiday home close to Parcay-les-Pins. However, the opportunity to take an early retirement enabled us to live full time in France and the chance to develop an outbuilding into a delightful gite.. Suffice to say, it was a truly successful venture ended only when we visited our son living in Australia where we were overcome by the maternal instinct to be with the newly born grandchild. Consequently, after five years of total enjoyment we bade farewell to France and departed on a new adventure to Australia.

Alas, it came the time when both grandchildren were about to "fly the nest" and, it was about this time while on holiday in England, that we passed through France on our way back to Australia and, suffice to say, the old flames of our love affair with the Loire Valley were rekindled! The rest of the story is history; in mid 2015 we returned to our beloved Loire Valley area settling close to the beautiful village of Gizeux where we have renovated an upper section of the house into a delightful self-contained apartment. Also, with a large area of uncultivated garden we both - together with our two black labradors Bella and Beauson, have taken up gardening with gusto obtaining much satisfaction from the joy which gardening offers. Dawn designs and creates beautiful Dichroic jewellery, which she sells from her small on-site gallery. To this end, Guests are offered a Workshop opportunity to learn the basic skills of this fascinating hobby and to create work to take home as a unique souvenir of their stay at La Bluebell.

Languages:

English
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