£450 - £650
(€531 - €767)
Per property per week
Gîte, sleeps 2, 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms
Contact the owner
Contact the owner directly
Liz and Ken Mason
(Advertising since August 1999)
Tel: + 33 (0) 2 47946143
Tel 2: +33 (0)783 918985
Tel 3: + 44 (0)7967 902370
If requested by the owner you can print out a booking form here
Website: visit owners website.
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La Lune (2016) (1 / 21)
La Lune (2018) (2 / 21)
La Lune (2018) (3 / 21)
La Lune Bedroom (2018) (4 / 21)
La Lune Private Patio (2016) (5 / 21)
Heated Pool (2016) (6 / 21)
Angles (7 / 21)
Garden Seat (2015) (8 / 21)
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Adult Only Romantic Holiday Cottages heated swimming pool, private gardens
Three 250 year old charming stone cottages with beamed ceilings and old terra cotta floors, nestling on the edge of a lovely hamlet surrounded by fields which in some years are surrounded by sunflowers!
Our cottages are set in 3000 m2 of delightful gardens filled with flowers and birdsong. This beautiful cottage garden contains lawns, an orchard with plum, pear, apple and walnut trees, wonderful herbs, many flowers, shrubs, trees and a well. The different flowers include clematis, honeysuckle, wisteria, roses, grape vines, jasmine, sweet pea, lavetera, lavender and many more.
If you enjoy home cooking, our herb garden will provide you with all kinds of fresh herbs such as parsley, chive, basil, dill, lemon mint, tarragon, thyme, rosemary and sage. Fresh eggs are available from the farmer nearby and the boulangerie for baguette and different kinds of country bread is only a few minutes away.
In a quiet corner of the grounds is the lovely 9m x 4m heated swimming pool with views to open fields. Loungers are supplied by the pool.
Our aim is to offer you a little paradise, quiet and romantic surroundings with very comfortable accommodation, to allow you to relax in this beautiful, unspoiled part of the Loire Valley!
All cottages still retain many of their original features and rustic charm. They have a very high standard and are all lovingly and tastefully furnished. Each is very well equipped with
- Cooker/oven
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Washer/dryer (except La Lune)
- Iron/ironing board
- Hairdryer
- CD/cassette equipment
- Linen and towels (kindly bring your own pool towels).
- King Size beds (160 cm)
- Excellent quality mattresses
- Duvet + blankets (220 x 240 cm)
- Garden furniture with cushions and barbecue.
- TV with UK Sat
Wining and Dining
We have one gourmet restaurant nearby: famous Jackie Dallais', "La Promenade" in Le Petit Pressigny (10 mins). There are many other fine restaurants in the area we can recommend. You can taste and buy wine at a local winery only about 10 minutes away. The well known caves of the Loire Valley (Chinon, Saumur, Vouvray, etc)., are all under an hour's drive.
Quiet, romantic and very comfortable accommodation with beamed ceilings and old terracotta floors, lovingly furnished and equipped to a high standard.
La Lune is all on the ground floor. This romantic cottage is also set in in its own lovely gardens and is very private. Living/dining room (fireplace with woodburner with visible fire), kitchen and adjoining shower room with toilet and basin. Bedroom with French doors leading directly onto secluded terrace with garden furniture and babecue.
- The beautiful Châteaux de la Loire - Villandry, Saumur, Chenonceaux, Chaumont, Ussé, Amboise, Azay Le Rideau and Loches, all about one hour's drive to the north. During the summer months, some of the Châteaux present their own "Son et Lumière", a spectacle of light and music - not to be missed!
- Open air markets - each town has its own market day (7 mins - 1 hr)
- Picturesque Villages - such as Chauvigny and Angles-sur-L'Anglin, a "Ville Fleurie", listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France (1/2 hour).
- Le Grand Pressigny - prehistorical museum in a château, which has a large collection of locally found flint stone tools and weapons (7 mins). Other prehistoric sites nearby.
- Futuroscope Science Park - the most popular theme park in Europe, explores state-of-the-art cinematography technology in a futuristic architectural environment (45mins).
- La Roche-Posey - with its world famous 'Therm', specializing in the treatment of skin disorders, you will find in La Roche-Posey a unique setting, with its medieval historical city and its warm village welcome (20 mins).
- Poitiers, Tours, St. Savin and Loches - medieval towns (1/2 - 1hour)
- Paris is only 1 hour 25mins away by TGV high-speed train!
- La Rochelle - beautiful and lively harbour town on the Atlantic coast, great local seafood (2 1/2 hours).
Wild Life abounds in the area with its many Rivers and Forests, nearby is the regional park La Brenne, an area of some 166,000 hectors with over 2000 man made lakes of various sizes. An amazing diversity of natural habitats is responsible for an abundance of wildlife of which the best know are the: Purple Heron, Black necked Grebe, wetland warblers, Bittern, March Harrier, Whiskered Tern, Short-toed eagle together with water birds to numerous to mention. In the surrounding forests you can find many species of Deer and Wild Boar.
In our own gardens we have done everything we can to encourage wild life and we have numerous species of birds such as, Red Leged Partridge, Black Redstart, Fieldfare, Cirl Buntings, Great, Blue Tits, Sparrows, Swallows, House Martin, Kestral, Fly Catchers and numerous types of owls to mention just a few. We also have a number of Red Squirrels that visit the garden on a regular basis.
For those that are interested in food we have numerous Restaurants in the area ranging from those were a good 3 course lunch with wine can be had for about €12 to Michelin Starred Restaurants which are obviously more expensive but certainly better value than would be expected in the UK.
We now have the "Greenway" running past our cottages, these are old railway lines which have been converted for walkers and bikes, details can be found at https://www.af3v.org/-Fiche-VVV-.html?voie=301
Local amenities
Nearest bakery: Le Grand Pressigny (indre-et-loire)
Nearest supermarket: Le Grand Pressigny (indre-et-loire)
Nearest market: Le Grand Pressigny (indre-et-loire)
Nearest pharmacy: Le Grand Pressigny (indre-et-loire)
Nearest bar: Yzeures Sur Creuse (indre-et-loire)
Tourist information: Le Grand Pressigny (indre-et-loire)
Le Grand Pressigny on the map
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Nearby place of interest
How to get to La Lune
- By car - from Calais (6 hrs) Le Havre (5hrs), Caen (5 hrs), Mulhouse (8 hrs)
- By train - Eurostar to Paris, then TGV high-speed train to Tours or to Chatellerault (1 1/2 hr)
- By plane - to Paris and train (direct from airport)
- Car Rental - Hertz or Avis (in Chatellerault which is half hour from the property).
Location
- 7 kms from Le Grand Pressigny and Preuilly sur Claise.
- 30 kms from Loches.
- 50 kms from Tours, Poitiers and the big Loire castles.
Access options
Car Essential, No public transport available
Nearest airport
The nearest serviceable airport is Poitiers [PIS]
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Bestens ausgestattetes Ferienhaus. Alles was man für einen unbeschwerten Aufenthalt benötigt ist vorhanden. Alles ist sauber und ansprechend. Garten und Pool werden sorgfältig gepflegt. Eine kleine Oase inmitten von Getreide-, Mais-, Hirse- und Sonnenblumenfeldern. Wir können diesen Platz an alle, die im Urlaub Ruhe und Frieden suchen, nur empfehlen. Besonders hervorzuheben sind die freundlichen und hilfsbereiten Gastgeber - Liz und Ken. Wer Abwechslung sucht, kann unzählige Schlösser, Burgen, Kirchen und romantische Dörfer besuchen und sich der Geschichte in den Museen widmen. Besonders genossen haben wir die Möglichkeit, direkt von unserem Häuschen aus lange Spaziergänge in der unbeschreiblich friedlichen Natur zu machen und danach am Pool die Seele baumeln zu lassen.
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We had a wonderful stay in La Lune for one week. The cottage was lovely and
very well equiped. The location is formidable. Ken and Liz are nice people
and very helpful. There is a lot to see in the neighbourhood. We did not
use the nice swimmingpool because we were to busy sightseeing. The
restaurants are worth trying. Frans and Tiny Haasdijk from Holland, AugustGuest rating:
We had a wonderful time staying in La Lune. The cottage was beautiful, and
very well equipped and the gardens and surrounding area were amazing . Ken
and Liz are charming , helpful hosts, not at all intrusive but very ready
to offer suggestions for walks restauarants and visits. We stayed for 4
nights, but could happily have stayed longer. the swimming pool was great,
and as we were blessed with good weather, great for cooling down in. There
is lots to do in the surrounding area, so hopefully we will return for
another visit.Guest rating:
Highly recommend these beautiful cottages in a peaceful rural location with
wonderful gardens. Very lovely owners who care about ensuring your stay
meets your expectation. Intelligently and tastefully furnished, La Lune is
chocolate box pretty with the most comfortable king size bed I've stayed in
away from home. The small kitchen is perfectly equipped and we cook most
nights (it's France - the produce is wonderful) however there are also
excellent local restaurants. Do go to L'Image in Preuilly sur Claise, owned
by two brothers and a wife. The food is outstanding and the owners so
friendly they spent time with us even though our French is poor. So much to
see and do near Les Frippieres, please visit the remembrance centre in
Maillè, where 124 villagers were killed during the second world war. A
tragic story told on a film avaliable in many languages told by the
survivors, it is a little known story and again the staff will spend time
with you. Of course the chateaux's and wineries are excellent and Les
Frippieres is the perfect Base. We don't tend to go back to places but
certainly would here.PS
We stayed for two weeks in June weather great.Location excellent with
plenty of markets,Cathedrals & Chateaux's to visit with one hour driving &
at the end of the day return for a lazy swim in the heated pool.The
location is very quiet & peaceful in a small hamlet of 4/5 cottages.I have
2 grandchildren but no children is good. We never eat out although Ken told
us of good restaurants in the area .Barbecues or cooked chicken & potatoes
form the markets with salad was our choice which is what we have done for
the past 11 years visiting all regions of France.This is the best
cottage,location & owners we have had in11 years.Ken & Liz keep a low
profile ,which makes you feel the place is your own, but if you need any
help with anything they cannot be more helpfull.The gardens are excellent
thanks to Kens loving care with bees & butterflys are a bonus.Guest rating:
Upon arriving, this picture perfect cottage was an absolute delightful to see. We had very enjoyable 3 night stay in mid Oct 2017, and were also lucky with lovely weather for the time of the year. Made many short trips to the local villages and great market on Loches. Also went slightly further to see some of the Chateaus and Castles that are dotted around the region, but definitely need more that 3 days to see a good selection of them. The cottage beautifully was presented and well equipped, and the hosts who live nearby, were very helpful but also respected our privacy. We look forward to enjoying another stay at La Lune! Phil & Camille from Auckland, New ZealandGuest rating:
We stayed for 4 days, and had a lovely time. Ken was a great host, informative, friendly and accommodating. The Gite was clean, had everything we needed, and comfortable. The location was fabulous. The only noise came from birds and insects. No traffic, no planes, nothing. It was very relaxing. The Pool was clean and cared for, and the grounds were beautiful. It may seem that it's a bit remote, but, it's actually not far from a number of towns and villages, and we found things to do every day, (mind you, one of those days was 'sit by the pool and do nothing' but that was our choice). Plenty of sights to see, walks to take, market towns to visit. If you are thinking of going, and like your vacation spots quiet, charming and relaxing, you won't be disappointed.
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We stayed for a week at the beginning of August and, having read some reviews were expecting something special. We were not disappointed! Quietly tucked away in lovely countryside yet within easy reach of a number of interesting towns and villages. The accommodation was first class and Ken and Liz very welcoming and helpful. What made it for us was the immaculate swimming pool. We have never before seen one so well kept and clean. It was shared but most days we were the only ones using it so seemed like ours alone. It is now on our favourites list - we will return!
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The property is very well-maintained and in fantastic countryside. My main objective was to unwind and relax in nice surroundings while still having the option to do internet-based work if necessary (it was!). Liz and Ken were excellent hosts, giving me space while also being supportive and full of information.
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Thoroughly enjoyed our week in and around this charming cottage (Ciel Bleu) set above the owners' home with two other cottages. Facilities as described. Bed was extremely comfortable. Additional facilities to note: CD player, barbecue, washing line and pegs, washing machine, torch (for steep steps to front door) and binoculars to appreciate the most amazing starry skys. One of the holiday higlights! BBC TV on small screen for those who want it. We were abe to borrow a golf umbrella and a cool box at one stage. I noted that on my ipad and iphone the wifi was not fast enough to watch even short youtube clips which was not at all an issue for us but may be for others. Wifi extended from indoors to (allocated but not entirely private) lovely outdoor dining area but not to the pool area. Hosts Ken and Liz had a finely tuned balance of accommodating hospitability without being intrusive. Country lanes to get everywhere had hardly any traffic and endless rolling hills and sunflower fields. Gorgeous. Would be very keen to stay there again. Thanks!
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We had a great week at this property. Ken and Liz made us feel very welcome whilst also letting us find our own feet. All the recommendations were great. We had a lovely mixture of relaxing in the sun at the pool and exploring the area. It really is a hidden gem.
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Ken and Liz are very welcoming and helpful hosts. The flat is comfortable, spacious and well-appointed. There's also the bonus of free wifi and the use of a washer and drier. The weather was not good while we were there so we weren't able to use the garden/pool but there were still plenty of interesting places to visit within easy reach. Recommended.
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We spent a week staying in La Lune and can only say that we enjoyed every moment and would recommend it to anyone looking for a quality stay in the Loire Valley. La Lune is a beautiful cottage with every amenity to make one's stay comfortable and relaxing. The cottage was clean and well maintained; Ken and Liz are the perfect hosts. They were on hand the whole time to answer questions and make suggestions we stayed in La Lune but at the same time we did not know they were there. We found La Lune to be exactly as it was described on the web site and the gardens were a picture. The overall setting is extremely peaceful and quiet.
The location is convenient for touring the Valley in general and the Chateuax in particular. The nearby abbey in Fontgombault was a surprising bonus. The monks chant at vespers is not to be missed.
When next we visit the Loire we will not look past staying with Ken and Liz in La Lune
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Just returned from a wonderful relaxing week in the Loire Valley staying at La Luna property for the week. Ken and Liz were fabulous hosts, right from the booking of La Luna through to the end of my relaxing week. La Luna has a warm, welcoming feel to it and for a one bed cottage it feels very spacious and is very well equipped with everything you will need for your time there.
Was a great base to get out and about to explore the Loire Valley - I did day trips out to Chateaux near Tours and well as visited the sites around the local area, taking in local markets and points of interest. Liz and Ken have a well compile list of activities to consider while you are there so there is always something to do. Did also enjoy relaxing in the garden when I wanted to take it easy.
The best compliment I can give La Luna and Liz and Ken, is that I would happily return to this property in the near future.
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Perfection. Sublime cottage, well equipped, well informed and the perfect location for visiting all the lovely nearby towns and chateaux. Very helpful but discreet hosts. Highly recommended.
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We had a fantastic week at La Lune. The cottage is beautiful and is set in an idyllic and tranquil location surrounded by wonderful French countryside. There is plenty to do in the local area - the nearest town, Le Grand Pressigny, has everything you need along with an ancient chateau that has been turned into a state-of-the-art prehistoric museum, and slightly further afield Descartes has a lovely market on a Sunday. It is also the perfect place to relax, and the pool is ideal for cooling off on a hot afternoon. Ken and Liz are great hosts, welcoming us warmly but giving us plenty of space to relax. We can't recommend the gite highly enough!
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The recommendations I read before booking were not promising too much.
We had a wonderful time to relax in a superb environment, especially the absolute lack of sounds in the night was a dream coming true. La Lune is very nicely furnished, everything was there and in very good condition what was needed.
The location is perfect for relaxing in the countryside, but no too far away from the highlights of the Loire-valley, perfectly located to go either in direction of Saumur or to Blois and everything between.
Ken and Liz are superb hosts, as I told them before , we'll be back !
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Loved the position of the gites - well kept and romantic spot; private despite being one of three gites. Kind courteous informative but not intrusive owners Ken and Liz let us help ourselves to their herbs, fruit and vegetables in the garden. Fantastic peaceful area. Recommended.
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When we arrived at Les Frippieres we were delighted at this beautifully situated cottage. Everything you need is in the cottage along with lots of little nice touches from the owners Ken and Liz.
Ken and Liz were very friendly and kindly booked restaurants for us and made some great recommendations for things to see and do in the area.
We had a very relaxing holiday - cycling to the nearest villages for our fresh bread& cakes, exploring the surrounding areas - you do need a car, eating at some lovely restaurants and tasting the local wine. We also loved chilling out in the gardens at La Lune, they are beautiful and we also got a chance to laze by the pool. if you really wish to get away from it all we would highly recommend a stay.
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We had a great few days at La Lune and would thoroughly recommend this lovely cottage. Everything you need is there; it is well-equipped, cosy and very comfortable. We enjoyed cycling around the area and visiting places we had missed on previous visits to the Loire Valley. The cottage is in a beautiful setting - perfect for relaxing and recharging your batteries. The owners are helpful and friendly, but unobtrusive. The only minus point was that we couldn't stay longer!
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| Property type | Gîte (Self-catering) |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Bedrooms |
1 double bedroom(s) |
| Occupancy | 2 |
| Suitability | Unsuitable for children, Unsuitable for wheelchair access, Non-smoking, Adults only |
| Linen | Linen and towels provided (kindly bring your own pool towels). |
| Kitchen facilities | Dishwasher, Cooker, Ironing facilities, Microwave, Tumble dryer, Washing machine, Gas hob, Gas oven, Fridge-Freezer |
| Internal facilities | Air conditioning, CD player, Central heating (electric), English satellite TV, Hi-fi system, Owner on site, TV, Wood burning fire or stove, Fans in rooms, Radio, Electric heaters, Hairdryer, Board Games, Wi-Fi Broadband Internet, MP3 Player, Internet Access, Tea/Coffee making facilities |
| External facilities | Garden, Scenic views, Swimming pool (shared use), Barbecue, Heated Pool |
| Activities nearby | Ballooning, Bird Watching, Boules, Canoeing, Cycling, Fishing, Golf, Gourmet dining, Hiking, Horse riding, Mountain biking, Museums, Rambling, Riverside activities, Sightseeing, Spa, Swimming, Tennis, Walking, Wine tasting, Wine touring |
Changeover day: Non-applicable
Last updated on: 17th July 2019
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| Accommodation rental period | Price |
|---|---|
| 29 June 2019 – 30 August 2019 |
£650 Per property per week
(€767 / $807) |
| 31 August 2019 – 27 September 2019 |
£550 Per property per week
(€649 / $683) |
| 28 September 2019 – 29 November 2019 |
£450 Per property per week
(€531 / $559) |
Additional price notes
Payment can be made in £ or €. All prices are per week Sat 5 pm - Sat 10 am and include linen, towels( with the exception of pool towels), cleaning, gas, water, wood and electricity.
All bookings are on a weekly basis & are from Saturday to Saturday, except by prior arrangement, day variable out of season.
Air conditioning is available at a extra cost, as we rent the units from a 3rd party they have to be rented at the time of booking.
Tax is charged by the French Government at £1.50 per head per night