Indre-et-Loire Vacation Rental farmhouse

Authentic Rural Farmhouse with all mod cons, 5 miles from Medieval Loches

Description Farmhouse, 1000 sq. ft.,
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, 2 Bathrooms
Amenities rural, village, daily maid service, garden, terrace, internet access
Rates per property (USD)
$500 - $1,070/week 
David and Samantha Nix
+0033 247-595265
Speaks: English, French

Photos and Description of the Indre-et-Loire vacation farmhouse rental 3 Bedrooms and 2 Shower-Rooms, the property can comfortably sleep 6 plus baby

Set at the end of a private country lane, this newly renovated farmhouse offers comfortable and peaceful accommodation in the heart of wonderful rural France whilst being only 10 minutes drive from beautiful medieval town of Loches, 40 minutes from Tours and 1 hour from Poitiers and is also within easy reach of the Loire's beautiful châteaux.
Indre-et-Loire farmhouse rental - Welcome to Crene, your home away from home

Welcome to Crene, your home away from home

Indre-et-Loire farmhouse rental - The comfortable lounge area

The comfortable lounge area

Indre-et-Loire farmhouse rental - The fully fitted spacious kitchen

The fully fitted spacious kitchen

Indre-et-Loire farmhouse rental - One of the bedrooms, freshly made up for you

One of the bedrooms, freshly made up for you

Indre-et-Loire farmhouse rental - The pretty twin bedroom

The pretty twin bedroom

Indre-et-Loire farmhouse rental - Enjoy the views and the large garden!

Enjoy the views and the large garden!

Indre-et-Loire farmhouse rental - The quiet country lane leading to Crene

The quiet country lane leading to Crene

Indre-et-Loire farmhouse rental - Just one of the majestic chateaux to explore

Just one of the majestic chateaux to explore

Indre-et-Loire farmhouse rental - A frequent sight from Crene!

A frequent sight from Crene!

Indre-et-Loire farmhouse rental - Make it special with a 3 Course Dinner on arrival!

Make it special with a 3 Course Dinner on arrival!

Indre-et-Loire farmhouse rental - A local vinticulteur, happy in his work.

A local vinticulteur, happy in his work.

Indre-et-Loire farmhouse rental - The Chateau at nearby Loches

The Chateau at nearby Loches

Location: Loire Valley < France

Nearest Airport: Tours at 40 Miles
Nearest Ferry: Caen at 300 Miles
Nearest Train: Tours at 40 Miles
Nearest Motorway: A10 at 10 Miles
Car: necessary
This area of France has a wealth of things to do and see, from visiting the numerous beautiful Chateaux and charming market towns to art galleries and museums in the larger towns and cities. Futuroscope is a must for all the family, along with several excellent zoos and adventure parks. There are vineyards to explore and plenty of regional wines and local produced cheeses to try. Your holiday can be as busy or relaxed as you choose.

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Rental Rates for this vacation farmhouse rental in Indre-et-Loire, France

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Rental rates quoted in:
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Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night
Weekend Weekend
Night
Extra
Night
Monthly Minimum Stay
Apr 3, 2010 - May 28, 2010 $555 - - - - - 3 Nights
May 29, 2010 - Jul 2, 2010 $660 - - - - - 3 Nights
Jul 3, 2010 - Jul 16, 2010 $820 - - - - - 1 Week
Jul 17, 2010 - Aug 20, 2010 $1,070 - - - - - 1 Week
Aug 21, 2010 - Aug 27, 2010 $820 - - - - - 1 Week
Aug 28, 2010 - Sep 24, 2010 $575 - - - - - 3 Nights
Sep 25, 2010 - Oct 29, 2010 $500 - - - - - 3 Nights
Notes: Duration of stay and changeover days flexible out of main season.

Additional information about rental rates

  • Price includes electricity, cooking gas, all bed linens, one hand towel and one bath sheet per guest, complimentary toiletries etc.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation farmhouse rental in Indre-et-Loire, France

Property Type:
  • farmhouse

Floor Area:
  • 1000 sq. ft.

Location Type:
  • rural
  • village

Theme:
  • family
  • tourist attractions

General:
  • central heating
  • linens provided
  • daily maid service
  • alarm clock
  • hair dryer
  • shampoo
  • soaps basic
  • toilet paper
  • accept credit card
  • massage
  • towels provided

Kitchen:
  • cooking utensils
  • stove top burners
  • dish washer
  • refrigerator
  • freezer
  • oven
  • microwave
  • washing machine
  • clothes dryer
  • coffee maker
  • toaster
  • grill
  • iron & board

Dining:
  • child's highchair
  • dining area
  • seating for 6 people

Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Shower
    Bathroom 2 - Toilet, Shower

Bedrooms:
  • 3 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 6 people
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 Double
    Bedroom 2 - 1 Double
    Bedroom 3 - 2 Twin/ Single, 1 Baby Crib
Entertainment:
  • DVD
  • books
  • books adult
  • books kids
  • games adults
  • games kids
  • toys kids
  • video library
  • TV
  • satellite or cable
  • VCR
  • radio
  • stereo system
  • CD

Internet Access:
  • wireless broadband
  • internet access

Outside:
  • outdoor grill gas
  • patio stone/concrete
  • child's swing
  • garden
  • terrace
  • parking
  • bike
  • 6 garden chairs
  • 6 bicycles

Suitability:
  • children welcome
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • non smoking only
  • low allergen environment
  • long term renters welcome
  • unsuitable for elderly or infirm

Local Activities:
  • antiquing
  • swimming
  • walking
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • horseback riding
  • golf

Onsite Services:
  • housekeeper optional

Attractions:
  • ATM/bank
  • autumn foliage
  • babysitting
  • caves
  • churches
  • cinemas
  • equestrian events
  • forests
  • groceries
  • hospital
  • laundromat
  • museums
  • playground
  • theme parks
  • water parks

Leisure Activities:
  • bird watching
  • freshwater fishing
  • gambling casinos
  • hiking
  • sight seeing

Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • coin laundry
  • restaurants
  • ruins
  • scenic drives
  • winery tours
  • zoo

Nearby Services:
  • babysitting
  • massage therapist

Notes: Daily maid service can be provided upon request in advance. Babysitting also available upon request. Evening meal consisting of three courses with wine and optional continental breakfast the following morning can be provided on site by the owners from Euros 20 per person. See our guest comments - an ideal way to start (or finish) your holiday!

Further details for this vacation farmhouse rental in Indre-et-Loire, France

Crene - where a warm welcome awaits: Crène (converted from the original barn of the farm) has thick stone walls, creating a wonderful cool interior during the Summer and cozy warmth during the cooler months. The house consists of an open plan living area, with fully fitted kitchen (dishwasher/microwave oven/fridge/freezer), lounge area with satellite TV, DVD player, CD player and a selection of movies, books and board games and children's toys. The dining area leads out on to the terrace through french doors, where you will find patio furniture along with a gas BBQ. There is a separate laundry with washing machine. The farmhouse is surrounded by a hectare of gardens complete with swing-set, and plenty of open space, great for playing with the kids and six adult bikes plus several children's bikes are also available for your use. We can also offer the opportunity for local wine tasting sessions (in English) and the opportunity of a escorted vineyard visit to sample a selection of the wonderful wines on offer locally.

Things to do locally ....: The beautiful medieval town of Loches is a mere 10 minutes drive from Crène. Here you will find a good selection of supermarkets, banks, boulangeries and bars. The choice of restaurants is excellent - ranging from small traditional bars offering 3 course meals with wine from 11 euros a head, to restaurants and hotels offering silver service for that special evening out. The twice weekly market is not to be missed - fresh local fruit and veg, renown fromage de chèvre (goat's cheese), fresh pâtés and rillettes (potted meat), olives, craft stalls and of course local wines! Crène is ideally situated for visiting châteaux, including Chinon, Amboise (with the house/exhibition of Leonardo de Vinci), Azay le Rideau, Chenonceau, Langeais, Blois, Chambord, Rigny Ussy, Valancay and Montresor. Some of the châteaux also perform Son et Lumiere shows during the Summer.

And if that isn't enough?: Golf: There are 9 and 18 hole golf courses at La Roche Posay that are challenging for both novice and experiences golfers and an demanding 9 hole course at Vernueil-sur-Indre (15 mins drive). Tours, with its beautiful old town and modern shops is 40 mins drive, Poitiers boasts Futuroscope - an excellent day out for all the family giving you the magic of 3D, virtual reality simulator rides and circular cinemas. Other suggestions include: La Haute-Touche (the largest zoological park in France), Zooparc Beauval, (an excellent family day out), the steam train from Richelieu to Chinon, the donkey park at Parc Le Fou de L'Ane, Parc Mini-Châteaux, Les Grottes Petrifiantes, the Aquarium de Touraine, (including piranhas, sharks and crocodiles) and Les Aigles du Donjon (an 11th century castle where you can watch displays of birds of prey) ... the list goes on, so what are you waiting for? For further photos/information and useful internet links visit our website.

Other Activities: micro-lite flights, hot air ballooning

Learn more about this vacation rental at the owner's website:

Reviews for this vacation farmhouse rental in Indre-et-Loire, France

Rating
5 out of 5

Family of four from Australia

P.A.U. Perth, Australia
Review Submitted: July 20, 2009 Date of Stay: April 2009
We spent a week at Crene after having booked on the internet from Australia. Before our arrival, the owners, David and Samantha, were extremely helpful about local information, as well as being very flexible when I was dithering about our exact dates!
Upon our arrival, everything was done to make us feel at home and to provide helpful extras, such as a big drying rack for our copious amounts of dirty washing! The gite was very spacious and airy, spotlessly clean, and had lots of extra touches which made it both practical and welcoming. The description of the property had been very accurate; we were delighted to find it was as picturesque as portrayed on the website, which is apparently not always the case!
The kitchen and family room are exceptional, providing a large, comfortable area to relax in after a long day out. We found the facilities in the kitchen great, with everything you could possibly need being provided. We went out virtually every day, but if the weather had been bad, it would have been an extremely pleasant spot to lounge around relaxing, looking out on a picturesque landscape from the comfort of the armchairs, with a wide range of books, games and television channels to enjoy!
Having two bathrooms was very handy, as it meant our family of 4 could spread ourselves nicely between them without getting in each other's way as we got ready to go out in the morning. This would also be ideal for two couples travelling together and wanting some privacy.
There is a huge variety of places to see within easy reach of Crene. Loches itself is a pretty market town and we made the most of its proximity to other beautiful spots in the Loire area, such as Villandry, Tours, Chinon, Saumur, Montresor etc . One gastronomic highlight for us was "Le Domaine de la Giraudiere", a marvellous farmhouse restaurant just outside Villandry. The food was wonderful; it's a great place to eat after exploring the chateau, which is well worth seeing.
We would definitely recommend Crene farmhouse as a marvellous place to stay, being extremely comfortable, clean and spacious. David and Samantha and their family will make you very welcome, as well as having lots of ideas for things to do. We had a very happy holiday there and will definitely go back if we get the opportunity.
Owner's Response: Family F were our first guests for 2009 and we couldn't have wished for a nicer start of the season. We always hope to do our best to make each and every guest welcome and to get the best out of their holiday - it's what we are here for!
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Rating
5 out of 5

Highly Recommended Place to stay in the Loire

LesChevaliers East Coast, United States
Review Submitted: September 8, 2009 Date of Stay: August 2008
We were absolutely delighted with Crene. We stayed just 5 days at the end of August/beginning of Sept. of 2009. We had no trouble finding it as per the owners directions. The house has ample room - we were 5, 3 adults and two children. It was immaculately clean and had everything we needed. The owners were so very helpful and friendly, and the two children of our party befriended their younger son and had lots of fun riding bicycles and playing in the large garden. The location was ideal - it was quiet and peaceful and only a few minutes drive from the lovely town of Loches, where we took in the Saturday morning market at the suggestion of the owners. It was perfectly located for making day trips to Chambord, Chenonceau, Amboise, Blois, etc. And, of course, the price was just right! We highly recommend this rental.
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Rating
5 out of 5

Exceeding our expectations!

Review Submitted: August 10, 2009 Date of Stay: July 2009
The only problem with our week at Crene is that it had to end. We were at a wedding near Paris and didn't arrive until Sunday evening, where David and Samantha served the best coq au vin dinner we've ever had, complete with wine and Samantha's luscious surprise dessert.

The location was perfect. Loches is a hidden gem of a small city, with everything you want--good restaurants, great market, and, to top it off, fireworks at the end of Bastille Day. We were able to visit chateaus, old cities, and lots of countryside available at a short drive. Of course, the area right around Crene is beautiful and peaceful--we timed it perfectly for the height of sunflower season. Biking in the area is easy and scenic.

The house was perfect for our family of four. Our son and daughter appreciated the separate bedrooms and elegantly appointed bathroom for them, as did we. The furnishings were charming and the kitchen equipment left absolutely nothing to be desired. The beds and crisp new linens were comfortable enough that we had a hard time starting the day much before 10:00. I'm not sure whether it's a good thing, but the WiFi service allowed us to use our laptop and phone whenever we needed to.

Samantha and David were gracious, helpful hosts who saw to all of our needs.

Thanks again for the wonderful house and hospitality!"
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Rating
5 out of 5

Out in the country

Mick & Jeanette Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Review Submitted: July 26, 2009 Date of Stay: June 2009
Crene was a pleasure to stay at. Peaceful, spotless, bright (unusual we found in France), with excellent amenities and nothing was ever too difficult for David or Sam, our hosts. We were in France for 5 weeks staying in gites the whole time and the facilities at Crene were close to the best we had, with a large kitchen with everything needed for self catering - including a large fridge and a very useful gas barbeque. Located in the middle of a rural area, a car is essential if you want to tour the region. The beautiful medieval town of Loches was an excellent day trip, only 12km on good roads and with excellent supemarkets.
We easily visited the superb chateaus at Chenonceau and Chambord on a single day. Also worth visiting is the Chateau Villandry with its wonderful gardens, the pretty village of Angles sur L’anglin, the town of Saumur sitting gloriously on the Loire river and the wineries built into the cliffs along the river.
Crene is in an excellent location at a good price and we would recommend it to anyone on a self drive holiday looking for self catering accomodation within the Indre-Loire region.
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Rating
5 out of 5

Crene May 23 - May 30 2009

Brothers and Wives Ontario, Canada
Review Submitted: June 10, 2009 Date of Stay: May 2009
We booked through the internet for the first time and found the property to be as portrayed on the site which was a relief when booking from Canada. The rooms were big, bright and well equipped. The place was spotless and fresh linens were in place when we arrived. The kitchen was also large and bright and large enough for several people to be preparing food at the same time.
Our best decision was to take advantage of the option of having a dinner prepared for us on our first night as well as the continental breakfast the next morning.
Wine, an entree, main course and dessert plus croisants and rolls the next morning. Samantha also was able to provide a great vegitarian meal for my wife.
A hassle free start and no racing around getting provisions the first day. Simply show up, unpack and relax.
The property is in the country therefore very quiet and yet within an easy drive to the chateau's and other attractions.
David, Samantha and the boys were attentive and most helpful.
The entire experience exceeded our expectations from accomodations to locale to hosts.
Howard, Mary Lou, Jim and Wendy
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