£1500
(€1757)
Per property per week
Gîte, sleeps 11, 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms
Contact the owner
Contact the owner directly
Kristina Webb
(Advertising since March 2005)
Tel: +61407594064
If requested by the owner you can print out a booking form here
Please mention French Connections.
The pool (1 / 23)
Les Roses\' Rose Bedroom (Queen Sized Bed) (2 / 23)
Les Roses\' Living Room (3 / 23)
Les Roses\' living room (4 / 23)
Les Roses (5 / 23)
The pool (6 / 23)
Les Roses\' Blue Bedroom (Queen sized bed and single bed) (7 / 23)
Les Roses and part of its garden (8 / 23)
Gardens outside Les Roses (9 / 23)
Les Roses\' Yellow Bedroom (queen sized bed) (10 / 23)
Les Roses\' Kitchen toward the Gardens (11 / 23)
Les Roses\' kitchen - toward the courtyard (12 / 23)
Les Roses\' Kitchen toward the Garden (13 / 23)
Les Roses\' White Bedroom (3 single beds) (14 / 23)
Les Roses\' Small 5th Bedroom (15 / 23)
Les Roses\' Second Living Room (16 / 23)
Loches Market - 15 mins away (17 / 23)
An interesting corner in Les Roses (18 / 23)
Grange with pool table, table football and darts (19 / 23)
Favourite picnic spot - 15 mins away (20 / 23)
One of the property\'s lovely outbuildings (21 / 23)
Quiet village road outside the property - perfect for bike rides (22 / 23)
Some of our good quality, annually serviced bikes (23 / 23)
2 Acres of Gardens and Heated pool in a Picturesque Village with Popular Bar/Restaurant.
Normally you have to choose either a village location or a large property in France. But with this property you can have both and can sit under the fruit and oak trees in the large gardens, swim in the heated pool, have a game on the property's boules court and then walk 100m to the local restaurant for lunch. It's only 15 minutes to the beautiful medieval town of Loches which has a food and wine market twice a week, or 40 minutes to chateaux like Chenonceau and Villandry or to vineyards of Chinon and Borgueil.
Les Roses is a grand 4.5 bedroom manor house (11 people - details below) stylishly furnished with a fabulous blend of old and new. It has massive oak beams, antique tiled floors, delightful bedrooms and glorious church views. The two acres have fruit trees, gardens of roses and a large pool which is heated between June and September. It has an open fire place and antique dining table inside and large wooden tables outside for alfresco dining under the oak trees.
There is also a 2 bedroom cottage La Lavande on the property. These two properties can be rented separately (except during June, July and August) and each have private outdoor areas.
Special "takeaways" of french meals can be arranged from local restaurants should you wish to eat at home without having to cook. There is a full description of Les Roses below.
The owners have made Les Roses a special place to holiday. Some examples of small touches you won't find in most rental properties:
- Lovely freshly ironed cotton sheets on all beautifully comfortable beds
- A helpful and knowledgeable caretaker who lives offsite
- Traditional petanque (boules) court perfect for afternoon games with a bottle of champagne
- Recent Conde Naste and Vanity Fair magazines to browse
- Picnic basket, cool box and picnic rug
- Herb garden for guests' use
- Lots of children's toys and books
- Shelves of great novels and guide books
- A fully fenced 2 acre property for children's safety
There are 8 good quality adults bikes (4 with baby seats), 4 children's bikes of varying sizes and a number of small trikes. The property is perfect for children to ride around safely (and to learn to ride) and there are numerous great rides nearby (suggested routes are provided). The 12th century grange has a pool table, darts and table football.
The village has a bar/restaurant, magnificent church and a street of troglodyte houses.
Les Roses is an impressive 4.5 bedroom house consisting of two separate wings built around a central kitchen. It is ideal for two families or a large group and has wireless internet access.
Wing 1
Upstairs
- Two bedrooms - good-sized with exposed beams, slanting ceilings and antique terracotta-tiled floors. One bedroom has a queen-sized bed, the other two singles.
- Two bathrooms - one with a bath, and the other with a shower.
Downstairs
- Living/dining room - has a high ceiling with exposed beams and a grand, open fireplace. It has a long antique dining table, sofas and CD player.
- Small single bedroom with a toilet and bar fridge.
Wing 2
Upstairs
- Two bedrooms - have exposed beams, slanting ceilings and church views. One has a queen-sized bed, the other a double (and can also have an additional single bed).
- Two small bathrooms - one with a bath, the other a shower.
Downstairs
- Living room - is a lovely informal area with huge windows opening onto the courtyard on one side and the garden on the other. The living room contains a large flat screen TV and DVD, sound system and a wood-burning heater.
- Kitchen - is fully equipped and sits between the two living rooms and has a stove, dishwasher, microwave, and large refrigerator.
Outside
There is a grass terrace area with outdoor furniture and a barbecue. The 12 century grange (one of the village's oldest buildings) has a pool table, dart board and table football. The grounds are huge and perfect for children to ride the bikes which are provided. The owners have also left a map of their favourite nearby bike rides. The fully fenced pool has a large teak deck, grassed enclosure and sun lounges. It is heated from June until the end of September.
The property is in a picturesque village which has a popular bar/restaurant and providore, street of troglodyte houses and a beautiful 12th century church.
There is a food market each Monday in a village 5 minutes away and twice a week in the beautiful medieval town of Loches (15 minute drive).
There is a wonderful restaurant (regarded as one of the best in the Loire and about half the price of it's equivalent in Paris) 10 minutes away. There are also lots of great local bar/restaurants in surrounding villages.
There are many lovely picnic spots nearby.
Many of the most beautiful chateaux of the Loire Valley such as Chenonceau, Villandry and Azay le Rideau are no more than 40 minutes from La Cure. Less well known, but just as impressive, is Loches, a picturesque medieval town complete with chateau. Only a 15 minute drive from the property, it hosts a colourful and lively food and flower market twice a week.
The wine areas of Chinon, Samur, Vouvray and Borgueil are all within an easy hour's drive of La Lavande.
The lovely city of Tours (described by Lonely Planet as a "mini Paris") is 45 minutes north of La Lavande. About the same distance away is the atmospheric town of Chinon.
The owners have spent many hours exploring their part of the Loire and have plenty of ‘inside knowledge’ they’d like to share with their guests. They've prepared notes to help you enjoy experiences which could easily be missed in a short stay.
Local amenities
Nearest bakery: Betz Le Chateau (indre-et-loire)
Nearest supermarket: Ligueil (indre-et-loire)
Nearest market: Ligueil (indre-et-loire)
Nearest pharmacy: Ligueil (indre-et-loire)
Nearest bar: Ferriere Larcon (indre-et-loire)
Tourist information: Loches (indre-et-loire)
Ferriere Larcon on the map
Property 101517 –
Nearby place of interest
How to get to Les Roses
- Guests can fly into nearby Tours or Poitiers (which have bargain flights from London on Ryan Air).
- La Cure can be reached by car from the UK in one day, with many of the ferry ports within about 4 hours' drive.
- La Cure is only a 2 hour drive from the south of Paris (Orly airport) or an extra 45 minutes from Charles de Gaulle (Roissy) airport in the north. Alternatively, you can travel by train from Paris (either CDG airport or the city) to Tours in less than one hour. This makes La Cure a perfect option for international visitors not wanting a connecting flight or a long drive after arriving in Paris.
Access options
Car Essential, No public transport available
Nearest airport
The nearest serviceable airport is Tours [TUF]
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I am afraid this review is long overdue as it is now over 5 months since our family enjoyed a wonderful holiday at Les Roses (September 2019). But the memory is still vivid. Admittedly we were blessed with glorious weather but that was not the main reason why this holiday was an absolutely delightful experience. There were 8 of us in total: my wife and I (mid to late 60s), our 2 daughters (early 30s) and their partners......and a pair of 8 month old twins! We honestly couldn't have chosen a better place. All the amenities and facilities we needed were there and, although the property was spacious and comfortable, it wasn't one of those places where you were almost frightened to move (or use things) for fear of causing damage; the whole week passed without any problems. The large garden and heated swimming pool were ideal for an extended family and, although our grandchildren were not yet at the walking stage, it would have been an extremely safe place for toddlers. The owner, Kris, seems to have organisation down to a fine art. We were greeted on our arrival (by Amanda) and, on the day of our departure, a whole team of cleaners, gardeners etc. (plus Amanda!) turned up to prepare for the next visitors. First class in every respect.Guest rating:
We stayed as a family in Les Roses for two weeks and found the property fantastic in all areas, cleanliness exceptional, equipped extremely well for cooking with everything needed to produce all bought At the wonderful local markets,bedding etc perfect, pool was just perfect and to add to this the local areas we great to visit, local village restaurant was great also, hope to go back very soon, thanks Kris and team.
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Fifteen members of an extended family spent a week at both properties from late July to early August 2017. This place is a gem. All the photos and descriptions on the website are very accurate. The houses are very spacious and are well stocked. Plenty of room to escape for some quiet time. The accommodation is located in the centre of an attractive and peaceful village and the surrounding farming countryside is delightful. There are attractive villages with markets not far away and there are some very good restaurants to choose from in the area including the local bar/cafe. Highly recommend La Promenade at Le Petit Pressigny for an excellent dining experience. The local manager has a wealth of knowledge and suggestions. We spent most of the time enjoying the comforts of the property including the pool with its many sun lounges, boules court and games room. We enjoyed sitting out at the very large dining table in the garden til late in the evening. I highly recommend this place for groups of friends or large families. You will not be disappointed.
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It was a delight! We so much appreciated Amanda’s kind welcome and showing us around. The gite itself was absolutely superbly appointed – I need not have brought all the housekeeping items that I did! Amanda was amused! Mum very much appreciated all your decorative touches- as did I, and the rooms were so lovely and comfortable - with delicious views! Quite like being in a novel! We enjoyed petanque, swam in the pool, made expeditions to many places of interest round about, enjoyed the village and the historic church, ate in the restaurant a couple of times- thank you for that recommendation. Marc is a charming patron. The garden was a delightful space to sit out in and we all enjoyed quiet reading and writing there as well as strolls through the village- I am quite missing the bells. A week just was not long enough- it flew by! We only had one bike ride!! We would love to come again! I can honestly say also that in our many years of gite stays, yours has been the loveliest! Thank you-you have a lovely property in a lovely area! We all send our sincere thanks.
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Les Roses was an absolutely wonderful place to stay. We were two adults and two kids and the property was perfectly equipped for our needs. We peeped into the smaller cottage, Lavande, and that was lovely too! Both properties have been tastefully decorated with characterful things, clearly, the owners have put much of themselves into the property and want others to enjoy the house and area as much as they have when they lived there. We had a brilliant week, despite overcast weather, and Kris's tips and suggestions via email and in the welcome book were gratefully taken up. A week of picnics, local markets (getting delish produce for picnics! ) bike rides (bikes provided - fab) and so much fun in the beautiful, rambling garden and perfect-temperature, safe-for-kids pool. The week was made extra special by the warm and genuine welcome from Amanda and the really helpful interaction with Kris the owner - clearly, they are a good team. This is no mercenary business rental - it's clearly a magic place and the owners want to pass on some of the joy of experiencing a little slice of beautiful France!
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This property is exceptional. The house is a large, traditional country home in a small Village. The house has separate wings giving lots of space for families or couples. It is very well appointed and stocked. There is nothing you could want for. The outdoor areas are beautiful including the pool, property itself and outbuildings (barn turned into games room). Amanda, the property manager was helpful and responsive. The property is situated in the southern Loire region and is within an easy drive to fabulous markets, chateaux, wine regions and interesting small cities such as Loches or Amboise. From the house, there are walks and trails, some taking you past troglodyte homes. We have been to France many times but this home in this location tops them all. A marvelous authentic French experience.
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We had a fabulous and incredibly relaxing week at Les Roses this summer. The house is centuries old and decorated with interesting antiques and paintings, but has all the modern comforts you could want. We spent hours in the garden under the big old trees reading books, playing games and drinking local wine. The house is in a beautiful part of the Loire, with lovely villages, markets and towns in all directions. We found it hard to drag ourselves away from the house, pool and garden though! We'll be back, but for 2 weeks next timeGuest rating:
We have stayed at La Cure several times over the last few years and absolutely love going back. Located in a pretty village, the house is very homely with everything we could need. We have two young children and find it perfect for family holidays with plenty of toys, bikes, an extensive garden and swimming pool. The owners also provide fantastic recommendations for things to do in the region. This area of the Loire is particularly beautiful with many impressive chateau and pretty towns nearby, there is so much to see. It is equally lovely to spend the day relaxing and enjoying the house and garden. Each of our holidays there has been wonderful and we will definitely be going back!
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What a beautiful house in a seriously gorgeous part of the world! Blossoming with exquisite decor and French charm, Les Roses provided everything we could need or expect. A few key points that far outdid the 7 other accommodation choices we used whilst in Europe were 1. great wifi connection 2. awesome water pressure 3. all appliances were in great working order 4. beds were extremely comfy. 5. great reading material and plenty of well written instructions and directions for the area. The house caretaker was the sweetest and most helpful person I think I have ever met and was always available to give us the direction and advice we required to make our stay easy and fun. Ferriere-Larcon is perfectly situated too, providing a number of interesting day trip options to explore. We really loved the church nearby with the clear, magical healing well and especially enjoyed Les Roses swimming pool and the markets in Loches. As an artist, I personally, felt inspired by the beauty and serenity and created some satisfying artworks! I will happily recommend Les Roses to travelling friends and family and am looking forward to visiting again in the future.
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We had a wonderful relaxing family holiday at Les Roses and La Lavande, which we occupied in August. Both properties catered brilliantly for the three generations (9 months to 65 years) that made up our group. Apart from the fact that we all had privacy, as each part of the family had a separate wing or house; the heated pool and expanse of gardens really made it an idyllic escape from our day to day lives. Most of our evenings were spent cooking and eating together in one group as the kitchen and dining area of Les Roses were more than ample to cope with our needs. When staying here with children, don't forget to hunt for the tree-house! La Cure is perfectly positioned to explore part of the Loire Valley and wherever we went, we knew a comfortable home and luxurious beds awaited us at the end of each day.
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We were a family group of 10 spanning 3 generations from 6 months upwards, plus our two American friends who loved the history of the area. Without exception we loved the gite. Many rustic features - exposed beams etc. and loads of space. A large & pleasant garden with free cherries! The accommodation was more than sufficient & the swimming pool enjoyed by all. Our son-in-law enjoyed the free use of a bike. The village is quiet, but the vibrant town of Loches is nearby, and many of the Loire's finest chateau are within an easy drive. The weather was fine throughout our stay (except for a thunderstorm one night), and we made good use of the brick barbeque, and sitting in the garden. A really relaxing and enjoyable holiday. We definitely recommend Les Roses.
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Our family holiday at Les Roses in Ferriere Larcon exceeded our already high expectations in every way. Three weeks of bliss in a beautiful house and garden which is not only historically interesting and very comfortable but also caters thoughtfully for the needs of all. In our case the age range was 22 months to 60+! Every detail has been considered and provided for. A cot, high chair, age appropriate toys for all including our grandsons favourite DVD of the Teletubbies, bikes for all ages and a child seat for the bike. There are numerous games, books, information about the area, a superbly equipped kitchen which enabled us to cook at home and eat lunch and dinner in the beautiful garden, under the walnut tree and near numerous cherry trees which were laden with fruit. The vegetable garden provided salad vegetables and herbs - all this and a beautifully maintained and secure garden. Meat bought from Messieur Reglan's delivery van was delicious and available two days a week. The pool and its 'toys' were well used and provided a lot of fun for everyone, especially some of us who discovered their second childhood! The village itself is extremely pretty consisting of rose covered stone houses. The surrounding countryside is also very appealing with quiet roads and hectares of crops as far as you can see. We loved visiting nearby villages and buying provisions at the markets, as well as exploring places of historical interest. A highlight was a picnic under the wall of a castle in Montresor while we watched the Tour de France fly by. Les Roses is very ably managed by Amanda who ensured we were well informed and we knew would resolve any issues which might occur. She also bought provisions for a meal the day we arrived. The linen was changed weekly and bathrooms and kitchen cleaned, a boon when we had several people coming and going. Our experience of Les Roses has changed our thinking about holidays in future although its unlikely we will have a comparable experience. We could not recommend it more highly.
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| Property type | Gîte (Self-catering) |
| Bathrooms | 4 |
| Bedrooms |
3 double bedroom(s) 1 triple bedroom(s) 1 additional bed(s) 2 cot(s) |
| Occupancy | 11 |
| Suitability | Suitable for children, Unsuitable for the elderly, Unsuitable for wheelchair access, Non-smoking |
| Linen | Ironed cotton sheets and all bath and pool towels are included in the price. |
| Kitchen facilities | Dishwasher, Freezer, Fridge, Cooker, Ironing facilities, Microwave, Washing machine, Gas hob, Electric hob, Gas oven, Electric oven, Fridge-Freezer |
| Internal facilities | CD player, DVD player, Hi-fi system, Owner not on site, TV, VCR, Wood burning fire or stove, Fans in rooms, Hairdryer, Board Games, Wi-Fi Broadband Internet, Internet Access, Tea/Coffee making facilities |
| External facilities | Garden, Scenic views, Swimming pool (shared use), Barbecue, Heated Pool |
| Activities nearby | Billiards, Boules, Cycling, French tuition, Gourmet dining, Swimming, Walking, Wine tasting |
Changeover day: Saturday
Last updated on: 9th February 2023
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| Accommodation rental period | Price |
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| 02 September 2023 – 28 June 2024 |
£1500 Per property per week
(€1757 / $1869) |
Additional price notes
- All prices include all sheets and towels, gas, water and electricity