Gite / Self catering cottage - at a Loire castle domain - Chateau La Mothaye

A fully renovated gite (self catering cottage) in the former caretakers house. Part of the domain belonging to a real Loire castle: domain du chateau de la Mothaye. 2-4 persons - (i.e. 2 adults and 2 children). In the old castle-caretaker-house, 70 meter from the chateau, we created a brand new gite. Because it is next to the verger (orchard), we named it Le Petit Verger. You will spot here many animals like squirrels, birds, and even row deer. All set in forest and meadows around the house. *** Gite Petit Verger - main room There is a charming wood-burning-stove to keep you warm (but of course also electrical heating available in all rooms). Or use the airco system to cool during a warm summer. A cosy seating and a dining table is at your disposal in the main room. Tech: here you have WIFI, a (internet) TV (with local stations) and a DVD player. *** Gite Petit Verger - fully equiped kitchen In the kitchen it is easy to make a delicious breakfast or diner. "Fresh Bread service: to start the morning with fresh croissaints and bread we have in the high-season (July and August) a free fresh bread service (at costprice). The kitchen is fully equiped: fridge / microwave / oven / Nespresso machine / dishwasher / toaster / mixer / etc. *** Gite Petit Verger - sleeping You have 2 sleeping rooms: - the adult room with a double bed (160x200). - the children room with a bunk bed (each 90x200). Al windows in the sleeping rooms and in the bathroom has mosquito nets. *** Calville d'août - the terraces Around the gite you have at 3 sides large terraces with: - a lounch seating - a picknick table - a dining table 4p - a small hammock **** about Chateau La Mothaye **** Chateau La Mothaye is a 19th century castle, which has maintained its original character with paneled walls, open fireplaces and a grand entrance. "entering the château is like entering a fairy tale". The unique combination of modernization, old grandeur, lovely countryside and a swimming pool will make your stay a memorable one for any kind of holiday. Discover the Loire Valley... and sleep at a Loire Château domain... Château La Mothaye offers both a charming as well as a luxurious B&B in the valley of the Loire. All rooms have well equipped private bathrooms. Besides the B&B rooms, we also offer two gites (self catering accommodation). In the chateau suite Calville d'aout and a gite Le Petit Verger in the old castle-caretaker-house. This beautiful 19th century Chateau, is set in the centre of 35 ha (90 acres) of secluded parkland and forest. *** From here you can easily discover the Loire region *** See the great Loire castles, abbeys, historic towns and local markets The Loire Valley: one of the most magical regions of France! Over 800 magnificent castles are waiting to be explored. But also historic towns and local markets are there to discover. Furthermore, do not miss out on the unique chance to visit one of the numerous museums and cathedrals. This area offers more than enough to anyone's liking. Do you want to go out and have some action? Well known is the 'loire a velo', with over 800 km biking-tracks. Here some routes to discover. Or the zoo? Bioparc Zoo de Doue has a very special setting. It is located within the excavations of an old quarry and has a stunning bird area. Go on the river by canoe or discover the interesting botanical parc Terra Botanica.