Holiday rentals in Descartes

Château Tower in Heart of Loire Valley

This turreted hideaway forms the East Tower of a 15th century château - featured in a number of UK homes & interiors magazines. The tower is completely self-contained and its pretty, covered balcony offers breathtaking views over the château's truffle orchard. Internally it is full of character with a circular, beamed bedroom and roll top bath on the top floor and a sitting room below. There is no formal kitchen so this is a place for foodies wanting to experience local French food by eating out

My little country house

Tranquility 10 km from Loches... this small house is very well located, we are close to the castles, 10 km from Loches and 45 minutes from Amboise or 1 hour from Chinon. All the conditions are met for a pleasant stay. Restaurant in the town center and open-air cafes nearby, leisure and entertainment guaranteed in Loches all summer, golf 6 km away, 45 minutes from the Futuroscope or Beauval Zoo. Market on Wednesday and Saturday I invite you to discover Indre-et-Loire as soon as possible😊.

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

Cottage surrounded by nature

In the heart of a wooded park, ideal cottage to get into the countryside. Located in the heart of Loches near the Châteaux of the Loire Valley, Beauval Zoo and tourist attractions. The cottage includes a living room, kitchenette, bathroom, shower, toilet. Upstairs, a bedroom with a double bed overlooking the park and 2 single beds, a mezzanine with reading corner. TV, DVD, option to bring a USB key for movies or cartoons to plug into the TV. Possibility of connecting to Netflix, Canal+

Luxuary Lodge Manoir de la Mazeraie Loire Valley

Magnificent ecolodge located in an outbuilding of the Mazeraie manor. The building has been restored with ecological and local materials. The very luxurious interior furnishings and the incredible view will give you a unique experience. The manor ideally located at the gates of Tours and near the various motorway axes will allow you to radiate to visit cellars and castles. Nature lovers, the croaking of frogs from March to August and the wood fire in winter will delight you.

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/bedrooms (4 with bathroom + wc, 2 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)

Le Haut des Douves

In the heart of Ste-Maure-de-Touraine, near the castle's old moat, the apartment, completely independent, is located on the 1st floor of an old building. You can enjoy the benefits of the city (walking distance to amenities) AND the countryside (walks/hikes, troglodyte valley, one of the most beautiful villages in France a few km away, etc.). In the heart of Touraine and its castles, we are less than an hour from Futuroscope and Beauval Zoo. * Cleaning is included *.

Papillon, Nr Loches, Loire Valley

An Airbnb with a difference. It’s a comfortable independent home suitable for all the family where you can enjoy the serenity and calm of the countryside. Papillon is close to the historic ‘cité médiéval’ of Loches. The features of this lovely area are the wonderful Loire valley chateaux and vineyards. The house is situated in a lovely setting, close to local amenities. Visit touraineloirevalley website for a full review of attractions and places of interest.

Small house in the countryside "La chèvrerie"

Lovers of the countryside, the place is perfect for tranquility. Cozy and warm studio. Enjoy a body of water surrounded by a park with zen, natural and southern spaces. Book for a short or long stay. Close to the Volière and Armandière areas. Ste Catherine de Fierbois 4 km away (grocery store, tobacco) and 7 km from Sainte Maure de Touraine (all shops and services). Close to the A10 (15 min). Close to Tours and the Châteaux of the Loire Valley.

La grange du Roy

La Grange du Roy is an old barn restored into a small house, located in a small hamlet south of Indre-et-Loire, close to a river (200 m), with a walled garden. Come and enjoy its garden and discover many must-see visits: - Chinon and its wines - Maillé and its museum - Richelieu - Azay-le-Rideau - Loches - The Futuroscope (55 minutes) - The Bodins shows (15 min) We are 10 minutes from the A 10 exit of Sainte Maure de Touraine.

Along the water

CAUTION: MAIN HOUSE The rental corresponds only to the main house for four guests, this consisting of two bedrooms either two 160 beds or one with a double bed and another with twin beds. SECONDARY HOUSE Access to the secondary house is via a booking greater than 4 people or additional rooms Example: 5 guests wishing for their independence, request for 7 guests. They will have access to the entire cottage.

Country House

Welcome to the countryside in a fully renovated house, the exterior is being developed, close to troglodyte caves near Descartes, city of the philosopher. In this region you can discover the Futuroscope and Family Park 40 minutes away. The Parc des Mini Châteaux, the Aquarium de Touraine, and the Zoo de Bauval are 1 hour away. The casino and thermal baths of La Roche-Posay are 30 minutes away.