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A Four Seasons/Five Stars Loire Valley Cottage, Grand Chateaux Area
Family-friendly cottage with water park and sauna
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10 out of 10
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3 bedrooms 2+ bathrooms Sleeps 7 190 sq m
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Chitenay, Centre-Val De Loire
- Place, Château de Fougeres6 min drive
- Place, Château de Cheverny14 min drive
- Place, Royal Château of Blois26 min drive
- Airport, Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley)65 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib
2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Bathroom 3
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Hair dryer
Bathroom 4
Towels provided · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
A Four Seasons/Five Stars Loire Valley Cottage, Grand Chateaux Area
La Menagerie is a 18th century wine-maker’s house, set on two floors (approximately 2045 square feet).
The main cottage can accommodate up to six adults in three bedrooms. Two of the bedrooms are on the ground floor. One --sometimes referred as the Master's BR-- has a queen size bed and the other one features twin beds. A full bathroom with WC, shower is available on that same floor, plus a separate WC in a powder room.
The third bedroom, under the rooftop upstairs, is en suite with a library and desk on one side, and a full bathroom with bathtub/shower and separate WC on the other side. A family room with large sofas, flat smart TV and sound system is also available upstairs.
In case you would have to add two more guests for your family and siblings reunion there is a side/self standing charming cottage next to this main cottage on the same courtyard, overlooking the pool and deck. The "Other Cottage" has a veranda/breakfast nook, a fully equipped kitchen, full bathroom and a bedroom/living room with a full size bed that can accommodate two guests in comfort. And In case you would need one more bedroom for a couple (that is up to a total of 4 guests in the "Other Cottage"), a large bedroom that connects with the ground floor unit through an indoor staircase can also be rented-out. This bedroom, under the rooftop, is actually the largest in the property. It has a queen size bed and has the most spectacular views over the countryside surroundings.
If you would like to see details about this additional options you can check them out on that same listing site (HomeAwayUK) under "The Other Cottage at La Ménagerie".
However, in order to ensure full privacy to your party during, if you only rent the Main Cottage for six guests, the "Other Cottage" and "The Barn at La Ménagerie", will not be rented-out to other parties during your stay.
The renovation of the main cottage was completed in 2005. It preserved its character while making it as comfortable as any contemporary home, with broadband wireless Internet connection, top quality heating system and Finnish SAUNA, washer & separate dryer among other amenities.
The ground floor is composed of a large living and dining room that open to a joint kitchen with a bar stand, two bedrooms, a full bathroom plus a powder room with a toilet and basin, and a laundry room. The third bedroom is upstairs and has a double bed under the rooftop. It is lightened with two dormer windows and is en suite with another full bathroom that has a bathtub. The bedroom also opens into a library. On this same floor, there is a family room with a flat-screen smart TV and sound system.
The main cottage can accommodate up to six adults in three bedrooms. Two of the bedrooms are on the ground floor. One --sometimes referred as the Master's BR-- has a queen size bed and the other one features twin beds. A full bathroom with WC, shower is available on that same floor, plus a separate WC in a powder room.
The third bedroom, under the rooftop upstairs, is en suite with a library and desk on one side, and a full bathroom with bathtub/shower and separate WC on the other side. A family room with large sofas, flat smart TV and sound system is also available upstairs.
In case you would have to add two more guests for your family and siblings reunion there is a side/self standing charming cottage next to this main cottage on the same courtyard, overlooking the pool and deck. The "Other Cottage" has a veranda/breakfast nook, a fully equipped kitchen, full bathroom and a bedroom/living room with a full size bed that can accommodate two guests in comfort. And In case you would need one more bedroom for a couple (that is up to a total of 4 guests in the "Other Cottage"), a large bedroom that connects with the ground floor unit through an indoor staircase can also be rented-out. This bedroom, under the rooftop, is actually the largest in the property. It has a queen size bed and has the most spectacular views over the countryside surroundings.
If you would like to see details about this additional options you can check them out on that same listing site (HomeAwayUK) under "The Other Cottage at La Ménagerie".
However, in order to ensure full privacy to your party during, if you only rent the Main Cottage for six guests, the "Other Cottage" and "The Barn at La Ménagerie", will not be rented-out to other parties during your stay.
The renovation of the main cottage was completed in 2005. It preserved its character while making it as comfortable as any contemporary home, with broadband wireless Internet connection, top quality heating system and Finnish SAUNA, washer & separate dryer among other amenities.
The ground floor is composed of a large living and dining room that open to a joint kitchen with a bar stand, two bedrooms, a full bathroom plus a powder room with a toilet and basin, and a laundry room. The third bedroom is upstairs and has a double bed under the rooftop. It is lightened with two dormer windows and is en suite with another full bathroom that has a bathtub. The bedroom also opens into a library. On this same floor, there is a family room with a flat-screen smart TV and sound system.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Must pay attention to quality furniture
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Must never be left home alone. Extra cleaning fee.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking indoor and outdoor is STRICTLY forbidden.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Chitenay
Located in Chitenay, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Terra Laura and Domaine Le Portail Cheverny are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Troglo Degusto and Caves Champignonnieres. Travelling with kids? Consider Musée d'Histoire Naturelle and Les P’tits Clous. Windsurfing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.

Chitenay, Centre-Val De Loire
What's nearby
- Château de Fougeres - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
- Château de Cheverny - 14 min drive - 12.7 km
- Royal Château of Blois - 26 min drive - 20.6 km
- Office de Tourisme de Blois Chambord - 26 min drive - 20.6 km
- Château de Chambord - 32 min drive - 30.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Les Trois Marchands - 11 min drive
- L'Orangerie - 12 min drive
- Le Favori - 10 min drive
- L'Auberge - 10 min drive
- Maison Des Vins De Cheverny - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Patrick

Retired Frenchman in his early sixties, based in the Washington DC area, former staff of an international organization based in the USA's capital city.
Very familiar with the Loire Valley area where part of his family (mother and grandmother side) were born and raised.
Very familiar with the Loire Valley area where part of his family (mother and grandmother side) were born and raised.
Why they chose this property
First: location. It is hard to find a better base for grand chateau hopping. But this is also a great place for relaxing and enjoying the French lifestyle at its best in a region that is famous for its 'art de vivre' (gardens, food & wine, etc.). Second: location: “La Ménagerie” sits in a exceptionally quiet and relaxing environment, immensely enjoyable for nature lovers! Walk-out from the house and follow the 300 Km of secure and well signaled bike paths and hiking trails throughout the chateau country. Third: location: “La Ménagerie” enjoys a secluded location, but it is not in the middle of nowhere: it belongs to the jurisdiction of Chitenay, a charming village with a boulangerie/grocery and a gourmet Auberge-Restaurant. Farmers markets, restaurants and supermarkets are countless in the neighboring localities such as Bracieux or Cour-Cheverny, Contres or Amboise, and even medium size cities such as the Royal city of Blois, being only 15 min. away by car. Best of all, the internet connection is wireless, fast and reliable! Fourth: Not only charming but also very comfortable! At “La Ménagerie”, charm does rhyme with comfort (see list of amenities). Fifth: It is ideal for family and reunions with friends. The cottage’s layout guarantees unforgettable moments all around. Sixth: kids (and young at heart) love it! In addition to the pool, pond and garden, they will love the amusement parks and children museums around the area: the Beauval Zoo that belongs to a very exclusive club of Panda zoos, the Titntin Museum or the House of Magic in Blois, The Chateau d’Ussé (also called the castle of the sleeping beauty), etc.
What makes this property unique
This property (main cottage, side cottage and barn) is typical of winemaker's houses in the region, with dormant windows sitting on the roof, local stones and tiles that become so bright at sunrise and colorful at sunset. In this cottage, charm does rime with comfort and it is elegant without being pretentious. There are interesting views of its stunning environment from every single window. When the sky is clear you see the shining stars through the skylights of the first floor and at day time hot air balloons ('Montgolfières') flying over the property. If you read the guests comments, you will actually better understand about many of the properties' unique features that have made their stay at ':La Ménagerie' a memorable time.
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