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Large country house 300 m2 for rent
I rent this pleasant house in the heart of Touraine. Guests can rest and have fun. Spacious and suitable for a large family or group of friends. Very pleasant for 12–17 people. 6 bedrooms and sleeps 12: 5 double beds, 7 single beds + 2 travel cots without mattresses + a mini playpen for babies. 4 bathrooms, 4 toilets. Pool: 8x5m heated from 01/06 to 15/09, submerged bike, hot tub, TV, treadmill, darts, Flipper, foosball, 2 bar arcade games, ping pong, pallets, badminton... and the garden.
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 118 reviews
Charming home on the banks of Creuse
Charming quiet apartment in our enclosed courtyard, with a view of the Creuse that will make your stay a peaceful oasis. Come and discover this cottage for a break during your visits. You will be close to the Châteaux of the Loire Valley, Beauval Zoo (1 hour), Futuroscope (39 minutes), or the village of Maillé (10 minutes). Come and see the Les Bodins show 10 minutes away. Also located on the Chemin de Saint-Jacques-de-Compostelle, you can take a restful night between two days of walking
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 135 reviews
Château Stables with Truffle Orchard
In the grounds of a 15th century château - featured in a number of home & interior magazines - this beautifully converted, spacious, former stables is set in glorious gardens with views over our 10-acre truffle orchard. Full of character and charm, thick local limestone walls keep the house cool in summer yet cosy during colder, truffle-hunting months. The covered terrace is perfect for alfresco dining. (This accommodation has not been adapted for people with disabilities of any kind.)
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 195 reviews
Le Châtelet Thilouze, 500ans of history
Renaissance Château All to Yourself Imagine waking to sunlight streaming through centuries-old windows, illuminating stone walls that have witnessed 500 years of history. At Le Chatelet, this isn't fantasy—it's your reality. Our Renaissance château, nestled in the heart of the Loire Valley, has remained in the same family for over 300 years—a rare testament to continuous stewardship. When you book Le Chatelet, you don't just reserve a room—you privatize an entire historical monument.
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviews
Furnished tourist accommodation * * *
Furnished for 8 people, located 30 minutes from Futuroscope, Aquascope and Arena room. 20 minutes from La Roche-Posay (thermal spa) Ground floor: Sofa, TV, Wi-Fi, kitchen, filter coffee maker, Tassimo, raclette service, Bedroom 1 bed of 140, toilet, shower room. Upstairs: Bedroom 1 bed of 140 with TV, bedroom 1 bed of 140 and 2 beds of 90, bathroom with toilet. Washing machine, dryer, garden furniture, barbecue, On request Bed linen and towels €11/person per stay
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 335 reviews
Domaine de Migny "Les Rosiers"
Fully renovated 2 bed house with full kitchen/ living area and bathroom in the spacious grounds of a 15 century chateaux and stud farm, with use of pool, jacuzzi, and barbecue pit ( shared with 2 other small gites) Private Bain Nordic with lights and jacuzzi jets for the property Close to zoo de Beauval and wine tasting plus historic town of Loches. Visit the loire chateaux, lakes, and beautiful villages, or just relax and enjoy! Massages and manicures can be arranged.
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4.9 out of 5 average rating, 173 reviews
Cozy attic hideaway in the city center
Welcome to this beautiful, carefully renovated, air-conditioned attic apartment. On the 2nd floor of a beautiful townhouse, right in the heart of Descartes, just a short walk from the birthplace of the famous philosopher and from local shops. Composed of a living room with open kitchen, a spacious bedroom, a bathroom and separate toilet, the apartment can accommodate 3 people with the single sofa bed in the living room, plus an inflatable mattress for greater comfort.
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 57 reviews
Beautiful house + pool between modern and classic
Large 19th century house of 300m2 on two levels, renovated by architect in 2014 and refurbished in 2024 with: - living room of 70m2 including a table of 12 seats and a living room around a hanging fireplace, - 6 suites/rooms (5 with bathroom + toilet, 1 with bathroom) 3 on one level - very large fully equipped kitchen, - TV lounge with fireplace, - pool room, - several furnished terraces, - large wooded park - petanque court Heated 10m2 swimming pool (4m x 2.5m)
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4.89 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviews
Les Lilas
In the heart of a restored old farmhouse, this cottage invites you to enjoy panoramic views of the Esves Valley. It is the perfect base from which to explore the Loire Valley and its châteaux. 9 km away, Descartes offers an aquatic area with several pools. For leisure, Futuroscope can be reached in 45 minutes. Beauval Zoo is about 1 hour away. Nature lovers will enjoy the hiking trails, including the greenway connecting Descartes to Tournon-Saint-Pierre.
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 112 reviews
Typical Maillé house (37)
Bring the whole family to this great place with lots of room for fun. In the city center of the village of Maillé (Maison du Souvenir) close to the train station, access to Tours in 30 minutes, this ideally located house will allow you to make many visits (castles, futuroscope, Beauval Zoo, walks, hikes and troglodyte valleys less than 1 hour away). Access is facilitated by the fact that it is located an 8-minute drive from exit 25 of Highway A 10.
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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviews
The Market House
In the heart of Descartes, this fully renovated house is located in an alley for a quiet stay at the foot of all shops. It can accommodate 4 travelers: 1 bedroom upstairs, 1 sofa bed in the living room + baby kit available. Equipped kitchen. Filter coffee maker and Nespresso. Semi-sheltered 16 m2 courtyard for outdoor dining (gas plancha) Free parking 50 m away Ideal location: 5 min drive to the Bodin's show, 45 min to the Futuroscope
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 78 reviews
Cozy and equipped studio in Port de Piles
Located in a very small village, 15 m2 studio on the ground floor of a townhouse on the Way of St. James with its common courtyard. Located near the mythical RN10 and 10 min walk from the train station, an ideal place for workers to rest or a stop for walkers. 1 hour from Beauval Zoo, 40 minutes from Futuroscope and Tours, you can enjoy the many castles of the Loire such as Chenonceau and why not the Bodin's show only 13 minutes away.
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4.79 out of 5 average rating, 112 reviewsPopular amenities for Descartes holiday rentals
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