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Experience castle life for a few days.

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Property grounds
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroomSleeps 270 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Avaray, Centre-Val De Loire
  • Place, Château de Chantecaille
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Beaugency Hotel de Ville
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Château de Chambord
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the area

Avaray

With a stay at this apartment, you'll be centrally located in Avaray, within a 10-minute drive of Château de Chantecaille and Beaugency Hotel de Ville. .This apartment is 11.2 mi (18.1 km) from Château de Chambord and 16.2 mi (26.1 km) from Chateaux de la Loire.
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What's nearby

  • Château de Chantecaille - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Beaugency Hotel de Ville - 13 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Place St-Firmin - 15 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Château de Talcy - 19 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Château de Chambord - 22 min drive - 21.2 km

Getting around

  • Mer Station - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪pizzeria la trattoria - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Le p'tit bateau - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Le Rhinocéros - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Manoir Bel Air - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Le Patio - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Experience castle life for a few days.

Elegant 2 room apartment (70m2), in a secure private property, facing east / west, in the attic of an 18th century castle surrounded by moats and located in a pretty village on the banks of the Loire between Chambord, Beaugency and Blois. Neat decoration, exposed period framework and high-end services. Antique furniture and modern comfort. Bed linen, table and towels provided including bathrobes. Large bed of 160x200. TV Flat screens in living room and bedroom. Free WIFI. Fully equipped kitchen: fridge / freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, oven / microwave, Nespresso coffee machine, coffee maker, kettle, crockery, cutlery, pans, cake molds.
Car park.
Free access to the 8-hectare park and the Versailles terrace. Quiet guaranteed.
For the activities, besides the visits of the numerous castles and other monuments located nearby,
Two bikes are available for walks along the Loire.
The international golf Des Bordes and its 18-hole course is nearby.
A natural pool with a pool of 2000m2 in the middle of a meadow, located in Mont Pré Chambord is ideal for a hot summer day. Authorized picnic recommended.
Make yourself comfortable in this apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free apartment features a stereo, books, and hiking/biking trails nearby. Amenities and recreational activities include games and mountain biking nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 753 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Experience castle life for a few days. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fantastic location with great accommodation. The hosts communicate well & couldn’t be more helpful. Arrival & departure couldn’t have been easier. The property is as described & in the grounds of a beautiful chateau. The grounds are well maintained with an added bonus of a ‘help yourself’ fruit orchard. We used the bikes that are available & spent a great day cycling to Blois & back along the river. Options to kayak are close by & we enjoyed that too. Would love to return & enjoy the area (& accommodation) in the near future. Couldn’t fault anything. Perfect if you just want to relax or do activities & explore.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness

A most wonderful stay

An amazing stay at a wonderful chateau. The apartment was decorated beautifully and tastefully in keeping with the chateau, which is a magnificent building in a wonderful setting. The hosts were so very very helpful, showing us around, helping with our luggage and even returning to show us how to use a couple of items we couldn’t work out. The apartment was quiet and comfortable with all the modern conveniences needed. One of the best stays in France we have experienced.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mo, Morganville

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed 5 nights in early May. Upon arrival we were warmly greeted by a nice couple who has prepared for your every need. The spacious apartment has modern conveniences, plenty of lighting, closet storage, and quality cooking equipment in the kitchen. They have put decorating touches everywhere. Everything is airy and bright but maintains French charm. And, most importantly, quiet country living in a chateau. We took morning/evening walks on the extensive chateau grounds. There were manicured shrubs/trees and flowers everywhere. There is a moat and resident swans. The owners have bicycles, so we were able to ride on the local bike path (plenty of longer bike paths that are also suitable for walking). We were near the Loire Valley chateaus and wineries and visited several near Amboise, Vouvray, Tours, and Bloise during our stay. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Marc D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janette B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Escape to the chateaux!

Beautiful old classic French chateaux with moat and resident swan. The property was well fitted out with every kitchen gadget possible! Perfect location for exploring the surrounding area of the river Loire and Cher by bike. Super Farmhouse restaurant within easy walking distance and pattiserie up the road in Mer. Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Steven L.

Peaceful Relaxing Castle Life

Constance and Alain were very helpful, welcoming hosts. Their apartment is very comfortable and provides a quiet, relaxing home base for exploring the Loire Valley.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brad K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best place to stay ever!

Staying in a castle has always been a dream of mine and this exceeded my expectations. There was all the conveniences of home, completely modernized. It is on the third floor but if you don't mind a little exercise it is perfect. Constance and her partner were amazing and extremely helpful. I loved just wandering around the beautifully landscaped grounds. The swan in the moat is very friendly. My wife and I have traveled a lot and I can honestly say this was at the top of our favorite holidays. We can't wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was great.Francoise and Alain were great host.The appartement was tastefully decorated.Thank you for this nice vacation. à bientôtUta and Thomas
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hans-Josef K.

Stayed 12 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janine K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Urlaub im Schloss

Wir haben die Tage in der modernen und sehr gut ausgestatteten Ferienwohnung im Schloss sehr genossen. Allein der Garten (oder besser Park) des Schlosses ist spektakulär. Der Gastgeber was sehr freundlich und es hat alles perfekt geklappt. Ein sehr toller Ausgangspunkt für Ausflüge an der Loire.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthias A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beeindruckendes Ambiente

Die Wohnung in einem alten Schloss gelegen strahlt grossen Charme aus. Sie ist grosszügig eingerichtet. In dem dazugehörigen Park kann man sehr gut laufen und sich an den von einem Gärtner gepflegten Pflanzen erfreuen. Der Kräutergarten ist eine Bereicherung für die Küche! Der Schwan im Schlossgraben erfreut durch seine Anmut.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH FRÉDÉRIC E., REIMS / FRANCE

Liked: Cleanliness

Merveilleux séjour à Avaray

4 jours, 4 nuits pour visiter les Chateaux de la Loire, demeurer dans un chateau était une évidence! Donc Avaray! Un très charmant couple, Françoise et Alain vous accueillent. Surtout acceptez leur invitation pour la promenade autour du chateau avant de rejoindre votre appartement! Beauté, noblesse et quiétude du lieu. L'appartement est spacieux, décoré avec élégance, il ne manque aucun équipement, la chambre est une merveille. La vue sur la cour intérieure et sur le parc est magnifique. En résumé, mieux en vrai que sur les photos lors de la réservation.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

MICHEL L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Une semaine magique

Quand on a goûté au charme du château d'Avaray, on a qu'une envie : y revenir. C'est un merveilleux endroit pour passer quelques jours de détente. Outre une très belle architecture, il vous offre un magnifique parc parfaitement entretenu où l'eau, les fleurs, les arbres et de superbes pelouses se mêlent pour enchanter le regard. Quand de plus vos hôtes se montrent charmants, chaleureux et d'une extrême gentillesse, que peut-on souhaiter de plus ? Location extrêmement recommandable pour quiconque souhaite visiter cette très belle région et ses formidables châteaux.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lars K.

Liked: Cleanliness

very nice appartment - very friendly hosts

A very nice, modern, comfortable appartmant in a chateau with big park. Very friendly hosts. Everything was fine.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurent C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Un séjour PARFAIT : je recommande à 1000%

Mon époux et moi sommes arrivés sur le lieu de notre location au Château d'Avaray. Les belles surprises, dont François et Alain ont le secret ont commencées à déferler les unes après les autres toutes plus belles les unes que les autres. Ces propriétaires pensent vraiment au confort +++ de leur locataires, et l'on se sent immédiatement chez "soi" avec Françoise qui est une belle personne, avenante, accueillante et pleine de vie. Elle avait vraiment pensé à tout : c'est incroyable, depuis le bouquet magnifique de fleurs dans le vase, jusqu'à la bouteille d'eau fraîche au frigo : il faisait chaud et nous l'avons franchement appréciée. Ensuite, Françoise et Alain nous ont mis à l'aise dans cet appartement au cachet si particulier ; Françoise est une décoratrice d'intérieur née et tout est absolument fait pour vous faire traverser les couloirs du temps si je puis dire : la courte pointe sur le lit, les lustres, le super éclairage, la beauté du sol authentique, les rideaux et la housse de divan assortis : lorsque l'on arrive on se croirait vraiment dans un rêve éveillé, tellement l'instant est magique. Pour la suite, Françoise et Alain ont pris le temps et la peine de nous faire faire le tour de la propriété ... Je ne vous décris rien et vous laisse un peu sur votre faim ! En tout cas, très bonne literie (super important pour moi) dépaysement tout en étant dans un confort de notre temps et tous les détails sont minutieusement préparés. Enfin, le jour du départ, trop tôt à notre goût, est arrivé et Françoise nous a offert un petit paquet de biscuits régionaux et qui ont éveillé nos papilles gustatives. Je recommande vraiment cet endroit à 1000% pour son calme et la liberté totale laissée par les propriétaires qui font confiance. Foncez les yeux fermés dans ce petit cocon d'amour que vous aura préparé notre chère Françoise : elle ne se trompe jamais. Merci Françoise, et merci Alain, nous reviendrons, c'est une certitude !! Murielle & Laurent
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

THIERRY C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Parfait

Magnifique
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Harald K., Wien

Liked: Cleanliness

Ideal für eine Erkundung des Loiretals.

Perfekt für zwei Personen; mit besonders guter Ausstattung. Der Schlossgarten ist zwar groß, aber nicht wirklich benutzbar, daher ist die Unterkunft wie eine sehr schöne Stadtwohnung zu sehen.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

daniela h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Phantastische Unterkunft und sehr freundliche Gastgeber

Die Gastgeber sind sehr zuvorkommend und freundlich. Die Ausstattung war lückenlos und von hoher Qualität. Das Ambiente ist atemberaubend schön.

10/10 Excellent

Laurent B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pour de belles vacances...

Accueil excellent dans un cadre magnifique. Idéal pour qui souhaite se reposer au calme.

10/10 Excellent

Vincent V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent séjour dans un cadre magnifique

Accueil très sympathique par les propriétaires. Logement en excellent état et tel que décrit. Superbe domaine au calme et très bien entretenu. Magnifique point de départ pour faire des randonnées et découvrir la région. Nous le recommandons vivement !

10/10 Excellent

Bernard R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Extraordinaire séjour

Luxe calme et volupté aurait dit le poète
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Patricia V.

la vie de château, on y prend vite goût !!

Ce furent de merveilleuses vacances dans un cadre de rêve. Tous les ingrédients de vacances parfaitement réussies : beauté, quiétude, repos, culture, histoire, épicurisme, ... Un lieu idéal pour la visite des châteaux de la Loire, pour de magnifiques ballades en vélo le long de la Loire. Des hôtes très disponibles et accueillants
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Hartmut B., Berlin

exceptional and calm apartment in a beautiful castle

We spent nine wonderful days in a beautiful, quiet apartment in the Castle. The apartment is cosy and comfortably furnished. Here the interior designers did a very good job. The owner and the Manager of the apartments are very friendly and helpful. They have taken much time to familiarise us with the apartment and have shown us the spacious parks and gardens. We can highly recommend this apartment. Thank you very much!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2017