[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Family gîte in the countryside, close to Beauval Zoo and Valençay Castle Family-friendly vacation home in Ecueille ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113030000/113027800/113027760/54314f5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113030000/113027800/113027760/214fbae3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113030000/113027800/113027760/8c9cf1d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113030000/113027800/113027760/3013b69c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113030000/113027800/113027760/3929013c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Family gîte in the countryside, close to Beauval Zoo and Valençay Castle provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms1615 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Family gîte in the countryside, close to Beauval Zoo and Valençay Castle Family-friendly vacation home in Ecueille This vacation home features laundry facilities, a garden, and barbecue grills. The vacation home has 4 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests will find a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. Guest accommodations at this vacation home offer DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Accommodations are furnished with desks, dining tables, and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator - Stair-free path to entrance - Tile flooring in public areas - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Recycling - Unit size: 1,615 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105490000/105483700/105483615/44b357f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gîte du Vivier, à 2km du Parc Beauval Seigy - Washer - Pet-friendly CA $449 CA $509 total includes taxes & fees Oct 2 - Oct 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=105483615&PinnedHotelID=105483615&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29620000/29617300/29617222/8afe9328.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 15 mins from BEAUVAL ZOO, charming family home, 19th century forge Villentrois - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 9.8 Exceptional 73 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=29617222&PinnedHotelID=29617222&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![4 bedrooms, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59960000/59958400/59958396/9dad3d25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Renovated farm in peaceful setting with internet and large outdoor area Palluau-sur-Indre - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=59958396&PinnedHotelID=59958396&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119960000/119951200/119951102/7b29db5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Country house, 10 min from Beauval Zoo and close to the Loire castles! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 981969207 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation ## About the area Located in Ecueille, this vacation home is in a rural area. Château de Montrésor and Château de Valencay are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Zoo Parc Beauval and Haute-Touche Zoological Reserve. [Visit our Ecueille travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ecueille.dx3000477519) [View more Vacation homes in Ecueille](https://www.expedia.ca/Ecueille-Private-Vacation-Homes.d3000477519-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C47.09456%2C1.31812&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=H5SdxP8KlQvpQvRACrjWdSLw_KA=) Écueillé, Indre ### What's nearby - Château de Montrésor - 26 min drive - 24.6 km - Zoo Parc Beauval - 31 min drive - 29.3 km - Château de Valencay - 33 min drive - 29.2 km - St. Aignan Château - 35 min drive - 32.3 km - Château de Chenonceau - 57 min drive - 55.9 km ### Getting around - Lucay-le-Male Station - 19 min drive - Chateauroux (CHR-Chateauroux - Centre) - 50 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Café des Sports - ‬11 min drive - ‪Guinois Charline - ‬11 min drive - ‪Au Carrefour des Pains - ‬5 min drive - ‪Auberge de l'Indrois - ‬13 min drive - ‪Aux Courtes Pates - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Family gîte in the countryside, close to Beauval Zoo and Valençay Castle pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). ### How much does it cost to stay at Family gîte in the countryside, close to Beauval Zoo and Valençay Castle? > As of Oct 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family gîte in the countryside, close to Beauval Zoo and Valençay Castle on Oct 6, 2025 start from CA $315.74, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Ecueille-Hotels-Vrbo-Property.h113027760.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Where is Family gîte in the countryside, close to Beauval Zoo and Valençay Castle located? > Located in a rural location, this family-friendly vacation home is 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Le Temps d'une Rencontre and 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Château de Montrésor. Zoo Parc Beauval and Chemillé Lake Beach are also within 16 mi (25 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Family gîte in the countryside, close to Beauval Zoo and Valençay Castle Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### victoria p. Sep 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Week end parfait idéalement situé par rapport au zoo de beauval. Maison spacieuse et très bien équipée. Je recommande vivement. ##### victoria p. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### serge k. May 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sejour pres de Beauval Nous avons passé un excellent sejour dans le gîte qui est bien équipé pour toute la famille ##### serge k. 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