Three Charming Cottages with Heated Pool, Spa & Carp Fishing Lake

Le Four a Pain details

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Relax in the superb large heated swimming pool

The beautiful grounds and lake from the air

Welcome to Le Moulin de Boutineau

Wisteria & gates leading into the pretty courtyard

The lovely Pecheur cottage and courtyard

The attractive flower-filled courtyard area

A tranquil view of the main lake

A perfect catch of the day!

Bubble away in the hot-tub under the stars!

Home description

Three fully-restored and equipped gites in the tranquil countryside heart of the picturesque Loire Valley - just 2 kms from the famous medieval city of Loches, with its own chateau, restaurants, café’s, bars, shops and lively twice-weekly market.

Relax with family and friends around a sparkling 10 x 6 metre heated swimming pool or luxuriate in the bubbling six-person spa. Explore the 15 acres of magnificent tree-lined grounds, fields and woods surrounding this peaceful 17th century watermill or spend idyllic days fishing for large carp on the glorious private two acre lake.

The three delightful oak-beamed cottages can also accommodate an exclusive party of 12, and all have their own garden/patio and barbecue area, as well as cooker, dishwasher, microwave, fridge, TV/DVD/stereo CD, full central heating and access to washing/drying facilities, the heated swimming pool - with sun-loungers & three large non-slip child-friendly steps, the spa/hot-tub, orchard play area with swings & slide, plus bicycles and table-tennis. Contact the friendly and flexible English-speaking owners to discuss your requirements.

Testimonials

We stayed at LE MOULIN DE BOUTINEAU (property 104795) from 16-22 August and were made enormously welcome by Julian and Jude Baskomb.
We were in the smallest gite, Le Four à Pain, but it was perfectly located with all we could need including a small private terrace overlooking the pool.
I have never enjoyed such a relaxing holiday in such a glorious setting - we did very little of our 'to see' list!
The service provided is friendly and efficient (but not intrusive) and Jude is a wonderful cook so you don't even have to go out for dinner for a super meal (and the invitation to help ourselves from the orchard was much appreciated). We rarely return to the same place twice, but I am sorely tempted.
Thanks for a wonderful stay, Jan and Ivor.

Accommodation detail

The romantic Four a Pain cottage

A view back to the Four a Pain from the courtyard

Romantic dining for two!

The well-equipped kitchen

The original bread oven for the mill

Relax and picnic on the lake island

Walk in lovely fields and woods beyond the lake

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‘The Bread Oven’ is a picturesque old stone building with terracotta tiled floor and restored original oven. Has a fold-down settee, a large picture window with view of the pool and a double bed on a mezzanine floor up steepish stairs.

• Living/dining/kitchen area with electric cooker, microwave, dishwasher and fridge.
• 1 double bed on mezzanine
• 1 shower room

About the location

Le Moulin de Boutineau lies in the 'Centre' region of France called Indre-et-Loire, in a secluded countryside setting, but just two kilometres south from the medieval town of Loches, is still within easy reach of all the shops and amenities you might require, plus all the main routes around the region.

This is part of the historical heartland region of Touraine, long renowned as 'The Garden of France' and celebrated for its fine wines (Vouvray, Chinon and Bourgueil), delicious goat's cheese, near-perfect French accent and spectacular royal history.

The nearest major supermarket and a superb patisserie may be only 5 minutes drive away in the village of Perrusson, but Loches is equally close and holds lively morning markets every Wednesday and Saturday.

The colourful stalls are brimming with fresh local fruit and vegetables, amazing cheeses and sausages, plus delicious breads, pastries and spit-roasted chickens, but there are many relaxing cafes if you choose to sit and watch the world go by or enjoy a gourmet lunch at a budget price!

Loches with its maze of cobbled streets is rich in history and one of the best preserved old towns in France. For a spectacular view of the town and surrounds visit the 11th century dungeon and keep as well as the 15th century chateaux.

All the other major and minor Loire chateaux are within easy reach but graceful Chenonceau - a Renaissance classic on the River Cher and Amboise, towering above one of the prettiest town's on the Loire are among the most special to visit.  In the summer many chateaux hold evening 'son et lumiere' light or music shows.

See Local guide and map for information on nearby towns and facilities.

Activities near by

Ballooning, Bird Watching, Boules, Cycling, Fishing, Golf, Gourmet dining, Horse riding, Shopping, Sightseeing, Spa, Swimming, Table tennis, Tennis, Theme parks, Tree adventure park, Walking, Wine tasting, Wine touring

See Activities and attractions for more information on nearby activities and places of interest.

How to get here

Airports:

• Paris 240km
• Tours Loire Valley 40km (direct flights daily from London Stansted with Ryanair)
• Poitiers 80km (from Stansted with Ryanair)
• Angers (Loire Valley) 125km (from Southampton with Fly-Be)
• Limoges 190km (from Stansted, East Midlands & Liverpool with Ryanair and from Manchester, Newcastle & Southampton with Fly-Be)

Ferry Ports:

• Portsmouth to Caen  or Saint Malo with P&O
• Portsmouth to Le Havre with LD Lines
• The drive from Caen to Le Moulin de Boutineau is then around three and a half hours or four hours from Le Havre

See Local guide and map for information on nearby towns and airports.