Title: Charming cottage, the mill cottage in the heart of the Loire castles - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming cottage, the mill cottage in the heart of the Loire castles Waterfront cottage with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Charming cottage, the mill cottage in the heart of the Loire castles ![Terrace/patio - Charming cottage, the mill cottage in the heart of the Loire castles (Varennes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19110000/19107300/19107229/27619a39.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Hair dryer - Charming cottage, the mill cottage in the heart of the Loire castles (Varennes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19110000/19107300/19107229/07a67e82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Charming cottage, the mill cottage in the heart of the Loire castles (Varennes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19110000/19107300/19107229/30187e89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi - Charming cottage, the mill cottage in the heart of the Loire castles (Varennes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19110000/19107300/19107229/7313274a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Charming cottage, the mill cottage in the heart of the Loire castles (Varennes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19110000/19107300/19107229/af0b6fcf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Charming cottage, the mill cottage in the heart of the Loire castles provides a garden and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2484 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Charming cottage, the mill cottage in the heart of the Loire castles Small cozy nest for a couple in an old bread oven completely restored, to spend a relaxing or tourist stay among the castles of the Loire. For your visits: we are located 8 min from Loches, 20 min from Chenonceau, 30 min from Amboise, 35 min from Azay le rideau, 50 min from Chinon, 40 min from Tours, ... For your leisure: fishing on site in the private pond formerly used to feed the mill and many other nearby activities (karting, natural swimming pool, golf ...), 45 min from the Futuroscope in Poitiers, 45 min from the zoo from Beauval To welcome you to this 45 m2 gîte, everything has been designed to make your life easier: \- Kitchen open to living room with: 2-burner halogen hob, combined microwave grill, fridge, utensils and cookware, dishes, Senséo coffee machine, toaster. \- Dining area open onto a terrace with: TV, DVD player, 2-seater sofa. \- Upstairs: \- Open and attic room with a XVIIth century framework preserved and restored: 140x190 bed, desk, armchair, clothes rack, iphone charger \- Shower room with wc. \- Independent terrace overlooking private garden and meadow with garden furniture, small covered passage. cd, books, magazines at your disposal. Access to the orchard of the property overlooking the pond formerly supplying the mill (fishing possible) To lighten your luggage, we have chosen to provide free bed linen, tea towels, as well as a starter kit (trash bag, dishwashing liquid, oil, salt, pepper, sugar, tea, 1 roll of toilet paper). made upon arrival. (bathroom linen at an additional cost of 5 € / person) If you wish, a cleaning fee of 25 euros is available to you to fully enjoy your stay. Small to medium sized animal accepted on request with a supplement of 25 € for the duration of the stay. Do not hesitate to contact us at 0770192387 for more information. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: uniquement sur la terrasse ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 484 square feet ## Similar properties ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10240000/10237200/10237125/754f4707.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Logis Hôtel Restaurant Relais de la Mothe Yzeures-sur-Creuse - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.4 Exceptional 62 reviews CA $124 CA $140 total includes taxes & fees Feb 20 - Feb 21 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=10237125&PinnedHotelID=10237125&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=19107229&PinnedHotelID=19107229&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=19107229,10237125) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: 1 animal (calme et propre ,petit ou moyenne taille ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: prêt d'un lit parapluie pour un bébé ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas Uniquement sur la terrasse ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention 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 A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Charming Cottage Mill Cottage Heart Loire Valley Varennes Charming Cottage Mill Cottage Heart Loire Valley Charming Mill Heart Loire Valley Varennes Charming Mill Heart Loire Valley Charming Cottage Mill Cottage Heart Loire Valley Varennes Charming Cottage Mill Cottage Heart Loire Valley Charming Mill Heart Loire Valley Varennes Charming Cottage Mill Cottage Heart Loire Valley Varennes Charming Cottage Mill Cottage Heart Loire Valley Charming Mill Heart Loire Valley Varennes Charming Mill Heart Loire Valley ## About the area Located in Varennes, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Porte Picois and Château de Loches are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Château de Nitray and Caves du Père Auguste. Haute-Touche Zoological Reserve and Chataeu, Park and Gardens of Azay le Ferron are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby. [Visit our Varennes travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Varennes.dx553248634552961929) [View more Cottages in Varennes](https://www.expedia.ca/Varennes-Cottages.d553248634552961929-aaCottages.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%7C47.06783%2C0.90421&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZQSq06P106erbdVhDkkvtKQ7mrU=) Varennes, Centre-Val De Loire ### What's nearby - Château de Loches 9 min drive \- 11.9 km - Musée Lansyer 9 min drive \- 11.9 km - Cité Royale de Loches 10 min drive \- 12.3 km - Collegiale de St-Ours 10 min drive \- 12.3 km - Porte Picois 10 min drive \- 12.3 km ### Getting around - Loches Station 11 min drive - Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley) 50 min drive ### Restaurants - Le Caravage 11 min drive - Bô - Bar 11 min drive - Café Brasserie La Tour St Antoine 11 min drive - Sforza 10 min drive - Amoremio 10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming cottage, the mill cottage in the heart of the Loire castles pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Charming cottage, the mill cottage in the heart of the Loire castles? ### What time is check-out at Charming cottage, the mill cottage in the heart of the Loire castles? ### Where is Charming cottage, the mill cottage in the heart of the Loire castles located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Charming cottage, the mill cottage in the heart of the Loire castles Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 - Excellent 42 8 - Good 10 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### LINDA W. Jun 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved it We realy enjoyed our stay. Couldn't fault it at all and hope to go back at some point ##### LINDA W. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Iris D. Aug 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good accomodation Nice place, host open-minded and well organised ##### Iris D. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Juan N. Sep 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy C'est un endroit idéal pour visiter les Châteaux de la Loire. Un vieux moulin accueillant, propre et très confortable. ##### Juan N. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph D. Jul 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Agréable séjour Gîte très sympathique et bien équipé, endroit calme à proximité de Loches, ville touristique très intéressante. Accueil agréable des propriétaires. A recommandé pour un couple. ##### Joseph D. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Carla v. Aug 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Rustig en authentiek huisje We hebben heerlijke week gehad. Fijn huisje & mooie rustige omgeving ##### Carla v. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Béatrice M. Aug 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vacances au calme Séjour calme et reposant. Accueil plaisant et discret sans oublier la visite d’un écureuil et le miel délicieux des propriétaires. ##### Béatrice M. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Elisabeth B. Jul 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, location #### Notre séjour près de Varennes, un peu introuvable.... Naturellement c'était trop court, deux jours, trois nuits! Le lieu est très spécial, ce vieux moulin, vraiment chouette. Les hôtes charmants, mais assez absents, ce que nous avons trouvé dommage. C'est petit, mais suffisant pour deux personnes et les environs (tous ces châteaux) vraiment l'embarras du choix. De bons souvenirs donc!! ##### Elisabeth B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Edith R. Jun 30, 2024 Liked: Communication, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### Trip Mittelmässig Die Bettwäsche hat schmudelig ausgesehen und nicht frisch gerochen. Die Matratze ist sehr alt und muss dringend ersetzt werden. Nach vier Nächten war ich X-Fach zerstochen/zerbissen. Allenfalls Flohbisse. Der Nasszellenbereich nur mit Vorhang war unangenehm. Sind aus diesem Grund früher abgereist. ##### Edith R. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laurence H. Sep 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tranquilité et nature séjour très agréable dans ce logement, parfait pour s'y reposer au calme . super accueil des propriétaires qui sont à la fois discrets et efficaces .Nous les remercions pour leur pleine confiance. ##### Laurence H. Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laurence K. Sep 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Belle excursion au calme Logement authentique, calme et bien équipé dans un ancien moulin rénové, idealement situé au coeur d'une region historique. Les hôtes sont disponibles et discrets a la fois, une parenthèse enchantée pour le repos,des visites de châteaux ou des promenades au vert. ##### Laurence K. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### florence f. Sep 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### pause historique en Touraine Loches, Villandry, Le grand Pressigny,... et le magnifique petit moulin de la Chaussée ! ##### florence f. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ornella M. Aug 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bucolique Endroit calme avec beaucoup de charme. ##### Ornella M. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Rudi G. Jul 2, 2023 Liked: Communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness #### zoveel potentieel, jammer genoeg onvoldoende benut Eerste indruk was schitterend: je komt op een afgelegen, rustige, voormalige boerderij, met een beetje rommelige binnenplaats: het staat vol met leuke spullen (brocante), maar ook kapot materiaal. Typisch laissez-faire, laissez aller. Er zijn voldoende bijgebouwen om deze weg te bergen in afwachting van herstel, of gooi ze gewoon weg. De ontvangst was vriendelijk en hartelijk, maar niet echt proactief. We moesten zelf van alles vragen (waar vind je een bakker, supermarkt, etc...). Een infoblad hierover zou handig zijn. We betaalden extra voor een lakenset, waarvan de matrashoes te klein was (en dus elke nacht loskwam) en voor handdoeken, 1 stuk per persoon. De inrichting is goed maar minimaal en duidelijk goedkoop, dus geen topkwaliteit (net genoeg, minimum 1 afwas per dag nodig om rond te komen). De overdekte doorgang is zeer praktisch bij te warm of regenachtig weer, maar ook hier rommelig. De 2 BBQ's die er stonden, waren rijp voor het stort en dus onbruikbaar. De eigenares was wel zo vriendelijk onmiddellijk een nieuwe te voorzien, maar de kapotte bleven staan. De ruimte voor de vuilbakken was een klein stort. Ze hebben een geld om de molen te renoveren, maar opruimen kost geen geld en zo bekom je een propere en overzichtelijke ruimte voor de vuilbakken. En kun je de molen een meerwaarde laten zijn. Kortom de plaats mist liefde om het top te maken. ##### Rudi G. Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Valerie B. May 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A vivre ! Un très joli moment de repos au milieu des visites de châteaux. . Ce gîte "au four à pain" a participé en grande partie à la réussite de mon séjour. Verdure, calme ,dégustation de miel et bbq .. que du bonheur grâce également à propriétaire d une très grande gentillesse. A faire et à recommander. ! ##### Valerie B. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ernst V. May 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kleine, eenvoudige, fijn ingerichte gîte We zijn erg fijn ontvangen door de eigenaresse! Huisje is net ruim genoeg voor 2 personen en is ‘plein d’ambiance’ in een rustige omgeving. Weliswaar moet je voor de beroemde kastelen wel een eindje rijden, maar dat is geen straf! ##### Ernst V. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### noel m. Apr 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### sublime tres bon acceuil,un sejour parfait a refaire ##### noel m. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ERIC O. Apr 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charmant Gîte très agréable, rien ne manquait, tout était très bien. ##### ERIC O. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### isabelle l. Apr 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Calme reposant cadre magnifique L'hôte très agréable. Le gîte est très bien. Chaleureux. On s'y s'en bien ##### isabelle l. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia T. Oct 17, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### très bon belle expérience ##### Patricia T. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robin C. Sep 27, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely little hideaway Charming and bijou little property close to Loches. Peaceful and perfect for a short stay. ##### Robin C. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Francine F. Sep 17, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in #### Semaine en Touraine Logement petit mais mignon et il n'y manque rien. Jardin et nature sauvage permettant d'amener son chien sans problème. Un hic : Les poutres à l'étage nous obligent à baisser la tête mais on s'habitue. Propriétaires aimables et discrets ##### Francine F. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sabine M. Sep 1, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bel endroit Joli logement au calme et bien amenagé. Propriétaires disponibles et accueillants Alliance parfaite de l’ancien et du moderne concernant la rénovation du logement ##### Sabine M. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cathy W. Jul 15, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great We stayed here for a couple of nights on the way down to south west France. We were very comfortable plus there were some nice walks nearby as we were travelling with our dog. ##### Cathy W. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erik M. Jun 30, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Studio agréable avec visite d un ragondin le matin sur la Pelouse Séjour sympathique Excellent pied à terre pour un mariage et visite des beaux châteaux aux alentours ##### Erik M. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catrin Z. Jun 25, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sehr schön Die FeWo ist ausreichend für eine Woche. Die Toilette ist durch einen Vorhang vom Schlafzimmer getrennt. Das Häuschen liegt ziemlich außerhalb, aber mit Auto ist alles erreichbar. ##### Catrin Z. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022