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Le Refuge des Elfes, a charming troglodyte near Beauval and the Châteaux

Family-friendly holiday home with kitchen, steps from Chateaux de la Loire

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Exterior
Exterior detail
Property grounds
Exterior
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 680 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Montrichard, Centre-Loire Valley
  • Place, Caves Champignonnieres
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Troglo Degusto
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, La Magnanerie
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Le Refuge des Elfes, a charming troglodyte near Beauval and the Châteaux

Family-friendly holiday home with kitchen, steps from Chateaux de la Loire
A garden and barbecues are available at this holiday home. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a patio. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Limited housekeeping is available.
Guest accommodation at this holiday home offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
On-site 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bourre

Montrichard Val de Cher is home to this holiday home. Chateaux de la Loire and Château de Chenonceau are notable landmarks and Zoo Parc Beauval is a popular area attraction. Travelling with kids? Consider International Garden Festival of Chaumont-sur-Loire and Mini-Châteaux Park. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking.
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Montrichard, Centre-Loire Valley

What's nearby

  • Caves Champignonnieres - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Troglo Degusto - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • La Magnanerie - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Zoo Parc Beauval - 19 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Château de Chambord - 46 min drive - 71.4 km

Getting around

  • Montrichard Station - 10 min drive
  • Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Tablier Rouge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Les Tuffeaux - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hotel de la Croix Blanche - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Caves Champignonnieres des Roches - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Plage - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Le Refuge des Elfes, a charming troglodyte near Beauval and the Châteaux pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Le Refuge des Elfes, a charming troglodyte near Beauval and the Châteaux?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Le Refuge des Elfes, a charming troglodyte near Beauval and the Châteaux?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Le Refuge des Elfes, a charming troglodyte near Beauval and the Châteaux?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Le Refuge des Elfes, a charming troglodyte near Beauval and the Châteaux located?

This family-friendly Montrichard Val de Cher holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Chateaux de la Loire, Caves Champignonnieres and Troglo Degusto. La Magnanerie and Château de Montrichard are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ray D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique site

Enjoyable experience in a unique site.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter F., Jersey, Channel Islands

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Interesting quirky house

We had a fabulous stay here. Set in a cliff face. It was so hot outside but lovely & cool in our ‘cave’ Lots of good walks for our dog. Would recommend this house as it was so different. Catherine, property manager visited & was lovely.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour dans un environnement calme et reposant. Hôte sympathique
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

SYLVIE G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sejour au Refuge des Elfes

Très bon sejour
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frédérique M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maison troglodyte

Maison tres agréable et tres calme. Propriétaire tres sympathique.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptionnel

Séjour parfait. La maison est très confotable et très propre. Excellente situation au calme et proche de tous les lieux touristiques. Je recommande à 100%.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jochen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unieke ervaring

Zeer leuk verblijf gehad Zeer rustige lokatie
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Walter R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Court séjour

Location à 20 mn du Zoo . Séjour agréable dans une maison atypique.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent sejour !

Nous avons passé un excellent sejour dans ce gite troglodyte qui a ravi nos enfants ! Nous avons également profité du calme du jardin ensoleillé et fleuri. Le gite est idéalement situé pour visiter les chateaux de la Loire, le zoo de Beauval,... une très belle expérience que nous recommandons !
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent M., Saint-Lambert, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

SUPERBE

Quel agréable séjour! Tout en étant retirée et privée, la location est à cinq minutes des commerces du village et à dix minutes de Montrichard qui offre une plage sur le Cher. Très bien localisée, les châteaux de la Loire et autres activités sont facilement accessibles en moins de 45 minutes. La maison troglodytique est charmante, bien aménagée et bien équipée. Vraiment une belle trouvaille.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

remi d., Nandy

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxant !

Séjour début juillet dans ce remarquable gite , il a fait très chaud , mais dans le gîte troglodyte nous étions au frais ! Le gîte est très bien placé , de très beaux paysages entour la localisation . De belles visites très proche . Les habitants de ce village sont accueillants et dès que l’on discute avec eux , ils savent transmettre leur savoir , leurs anecdotes . Ce fut un séjour parfait . Notre hôte a été très gentille et précise pour que tout se passe à merveille . Merci encore à Catherine pour sa bienveillance . Rémi Dusellier
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Delphine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Séjour dans les châteaux de la Loire

Nous avons passé un excellent séjour en famille dans la maison troglodyte. Les enfants ont beaucoup apprécié l’expérience. La localisation est parfaite pour les visites et la maison est parfaitement aménagée. Notre hôte a été aux petits soins. Merci à vous.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claire L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Un excellent séjour, trop court !

Nous avons passé un excellent séjour dans ce logement atypique ! Bien placé, bien équipé, confortable
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Macaire D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Séjour génial dans ce troglo parfait surtout par temps de canicule :) dépaysement garanti

Ambiance chaleureuse grâce à Catherine qui a réuni tous les ingrédients pour un séjour parfait
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carine & Florent W., Bolbec, France

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnifique troglo très bien situé

Logis très original et très bien équipé, très bien situé pour les châteaux de la Loire, le zoo de Beauval, le très beau village de Montrésor...
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

ROY C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maison atypique très bien située

Séjour très agréable dans cette maison troglodyte bien aménagée et propre. Propriétaire sympathique et très arrangeant même si le contact s'est fait uniquement par SMS. La situation géographique permet de visiter un maximum de lieux incontournables (zoo de beauval, Chambord, Chenonceau, Chaumont... )
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Parfait

Week end agréable très belle balade à faire
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chloé D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super séjour !

Séjour très agréable !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marina C., France

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Original

Original et très charmant

10/10 Excellent

Janet K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

gîte de charme

Maison troglodyte très confortable. Le jardin clos était super pour nos chiens et il y a une belle promenade le long du Cher à proximité. Le temps n'était pas très ensoleillé pendant notre séjour mais nous avons été ravis de pouvoir nous asseoir dehors. Pratique pour de nombreux vignobles et sites touristiques. Un séjour très agréable
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne Catherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gîte original et cosy

Accueil au top par la propriétaire. Gîte chaleureux et bien équipé. Dommage je n'ai pas pu profiter des 2 terrasses qui doivent être parfaites pour les soirées d'été !
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Florence T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maison troglodyte

Charmante maison typique bien centrée pour de magnifiques visites.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

4/10 Poor

yves u.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

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