The Gardener's Cottage - Chateau Holiday Rental in Vernoil, Maine-et-Loire, France

• 1: The Coachman's L... 6 bedrooms, Sleeps 14
• 2: The Blacksmith's... 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 6
• 3: The Gardener's Cottage 1 bedrooms, Sleeps 2/3
• 4: The Gate Keeper'... 1 bedrooms, Sleeps 4
• 5: The Stable 1 bedrooms, Sleeps 2

Where is it

• Location:  North West France  >  Pays de La Loire  >  Maine-et-Loire
• Closest town/village:  Vernoil (Maine et Loire) ( Central )
• Closest airport: Tours Airport (15km)
• Access: Car Essential Car hire
• Property highlights: Garden, Scenic views, Swimming pool (shared use)

 

Five Luxury Gites at Chateau de Barres

This extensive luxury accommodation with large heated pool is situated within the grounds of a prominent Château in the heart of the Loire Valley.

The region has become one of the most popular in France because of the many Chateau and vineyards. There are superb restaurants all within easy driving distances.

You will love the warm, sunny climate, which at this point becomes much more continental. The apple orchards come alive in the spring, which normally arrives a good month earlier than in the UK. The summer is generally warm and dry and ablaze with sunflower fields.

The Chateau des Barres, Coachman's Lodge, Gardener's Cottage, Blacksmith's Cottage and The Stable were built in 1851 for 'Le Maitre' who was in charge of building the railways in the area. Le Maitre lived in the Chateau and his servants lived in what is now the Coachman's Lodge, Gatekeeper's Cottage, Gardener's Cottage, Blacksmith's Cottage and the Stable.

The Chateau was built as a show of wealth and power and drew together an eclectic style of architecture which in essence reflected the renaissance taste of the Louis Philippe period of opulence and romanticism and are steeped in history. At one stage the Chateau served as a base for occupying German officers but thankfully survived the war unscathed.

The Chateau retains its own magnificent private entrance off the Rue de la Mairie, with sweeping drive, private parking and private entrance to the pool. Beautiful gardens surround the Chateau containing mature trees and Buxus hedges 100 year old and scented lavender and rose banks. There is a enclosed children's safe play garden with swings, 18' trampoline and teddy-bear picnic area. 

The Lodge and Cottages are nestled in the stone walled grounds of the Chateau each having their own private garden, private parking and communal enclosed childrens play area. They are all lavishly furnished with all modern facilities and the use of a large luxurious heated pool.

Holiday Accommodation at The Gardener's Cottage

If you are looking for a comfortable base from which to explore the region the 'Gardener's Cottage' could well be the solution.

Sleeps two adults and 2 children:

• Kitchen with all necessary appliances
• Sitting room with sofa bed for 2 children
• Bedroom with double bed
• Shower room

Within the walls of the Chateau with small private garden and full access to the pool.

The Gardener's Cottage has its own private garden and garden furniture parasol, deckchairs and barbecue, as well as use of the Comnunal play/games are (table tennis, 18' trampoline, boules etc)

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About Vernoil in Maine-et-Loire, Pays de La Loire

The historic town of Saumur, regarded as one of the prettiest along the Loire and famous for it's fairytale like chateau, wonderful sparkling wines and cavalry school, is only minutes away.

Why not visit some of the caves, excavated to build the houses, now being used to grow much of France's mushrooms and ancient underground troglodyte dwellings, which are still in use today.

The château and enclosed buildings dominate the sleepy village of Vernoil and is built in the traditional gleaming white finely carved tuffeau stone, unique to this region of France. You will be free to make use of the private picnic area situated a mile out of the village amongst acres of woodland and pasture.

The village conveniently has it's own supermarket, pharmacy, restaurant and bars, as well as the other traditional shops you would expect.

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

How To Get To Vernoil in Maine-et-Loire, North West France

You will find this property located midway between Angers and Tours, 5 miles from the A85 motorway exit at Saumur. Approximately 7 hours easy drive from Calais and 3.5 hours from Caen. Or fly directly to Angers in only one hour.

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

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Facilities at The Gardener's Cottage

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Availability at The Gardener's Cottage

Changeover day: Saturday

Availability last updated on: - Tuesday, May 14, 2013

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