Gîte du Château des Brétignolles

Exceptional Holiday cottage for a prestigious all-inclusive stay in the heart of the Loire Valley, near Chinon. You'll love this magnificent estate, where your next vacation or weekend in Touraine will be synonymous with relaxation, calm and pleasure. The splendid Piscine, reserved exclusively for you, enjoys an exceptional natural setting and the proximity of the owners' 500-year-old château.

The entrance to the estate, with its view of the château, is an immediate indication of the quality of the stay you're about to embark on. In outbuildings magnificently restored using traditional techniques, with all modern comforts, your Holiday cottage offers top-of-the-range services, a perfect environment to recharge your batteries and enjoy the peace and quiet, and an incredibly beautiful swimming pool. You'll literally savor those rare moments when the beauty of the architecture, the greenery and the art of living in Touraine will enhance your vacation. The Holiday cottage's many amenities, overall ambience and superb materials are sure to satisfy even the most demanding guests. Whether by the Piscine or in the water, you'll have the time of your life. All around you, the countless treasures of the Touraine region are sure to delight. Chinon and its Royal Fortress, its medieval streets, the surrounding Chinon AOC vineyards and, a little further afield, Bourgueil, St-Nicolas de Bourgueil or Saumur will tantalize your taste buds. You're in the land of Rabelais, and the Tourangeau art of living is at its best! The nearby Château du Rivau is a must-see, and you're also not far from such gems as Azay-le-Rideau, Villandry, Rigny-Ussé and Saumur. Nearby architectural beauties include the Royal Abbey of Fontevraud, Candes-St-Martin and Montsoreau, classified among the Most Beautiful Villages in France. Other must-see sites in the region are waiting to be discovered or rediscovered: Amboise, Chenonceau, Chaumont-sur-Loire, Loches or the most emblematic of Loire castles, Chambord! You can also enjoy a wide range of activities: cycling on the Richelieu-Chinon greenway, canoeing on the Vienne river or taking a traditional boat trip. Take advantage of all these magical moments that are now at your fingertips. Welcome to the Loire Valley, the land of castles, aptly named the "Garden of France".

Set in 20 ha of parkland, Holiday cottage in the outbuildings of a listed 15th-century château, all-inclusive (except tourist tax). Ground floor: fully-equipped kitchen-dining room (L'Or Barista coffee maker and bean-to-cup maker), living room (connected TV, piano, bookcase, mini safe), shower room/wc, laundry area (washing machine and dryer).
1st floor: 2 bedrooms, each with a 160x200 cm bed, shower room and separate wc. 2nd floor: bedroom (2 beds 90x200 cm), bedroom (3 beds 90x190 cm), shower room, separate wc. WIFI. Non-smoking Holiday cottage. Large terrace with charcoal barbecue. Covered, lockable shed for bikes and motorcycles on request. Guided tour of the château and seigniorial chapel by the owners, who live on site (discretion assured). More about the swimming pool: Private swimming pool, heated to 28°C, open from May 1 to September 30. Length x width x depth: 11 x 5 x 1.50 m.