The Stable – Home 179799 Cottage
- 2 bedrooms
- 4 sleeps
- 7 nights min stay
The Stable – Home 179799
- Cottage
- 2 bedrooms
- sleeps 4
- 7 nights min stay
Key Info
- Swimming pool
- Suitable for children age 5+
- Car essential
- No pets allowed
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
The Stable sleeps up to 4 people and is one of 5 self catered gites (cottages) at La Vieille Ferme that can be rented individually or as a whole site booking.
The Gite (cottage)
The Stable is a charming gite and also well equipped with English and French satellite TV, Free WiFi, a well equipped kitchen, fireplace with wood-burning stove and garden area with table, chairs and BBQ
The Stable has a twin bedded bedroom on the ground floor along with family bathroom, kitchen and dining area. On the first floor is a twin bedded bedroom with separate toilet and the living area with views across the Loire countryside
The site of La Vieille Ferme - The Old Farm - is a 19th century working farm that has been beautifully converted and renovated to 5 rustic gites (cottages). The gites are accompanied by spacious grounds with a large open barn, lovely gardens, private parking and a superb heated, covered swimming pool
La Vieille Ferme sits on the edge of the petit village of Cléré-du-Bois, with views of the Loire countryside on one side and the village church and centre on the other. The village shop/bar/restaurant is just 100m away
The grounds also offer a large sun terrace to relax by the pool, sports equipment including bikes, table tennis, football goals, badminton and of course, petanque! There is a covered barn with BBQ area and a communal laundry room with washing machine
The swimming pool is heated and covered making it useable and from March through to October. It is a chlorine pool. It has a secure child gate. The cover can be opened along both sides to be open and breezy in the summer (bottom section kept in place when children using to keep perimeter)
The price of the reservation includes the Tourist Tax. All on-site facilities are included free of charge - bicycles, guest laundry, sports equipment, etc. Linen and bath towels are optional
The village
Cléré du Bois is a small village with beautiful countryside surroundings
Le Brennou is the local village bar, restaurant and also has a little shop attached for the basics such as fresh baguettes! It is just 100m walking from La Vieille Ferme
Local towns:
Châtillon-sur-Indre is just around 10 mins drive and has a supermarket, shops, bank, post office, restaurants and cafés. It has a super spot for a typical lunch with ‘plat du jour’ and a high quality evening restaurant also
Loches is 25 mins driving which is a stunning, medieval market town with variety of shops and restaurants and Château
Places of interest:
La Vieille Ferme is ideally located at the centre of many of the most popular points of interest and also sits on the edge of the Brenne National Parc
The Loire has some of the finest Châteaus in Chenonceaux, Valencay and Villandry
There are a raft of outdoor activities on our doorstep including walking, cycling (bikes available), golf courses, birdwatching, swimming lakes, fishing lakes, tennis courts, horse riding and so on
Futuroscope is a superb science orientated theme park around 1 hour drive away and Beauval Zoo is a superb zoo, famed for it’s panda, around 35 minutes away
The area is also famous for its fine food and wine and there are many restaurants and vineyards to visit locally. From great value ‘bar tabac’s’ and ‘plat de jour’s’ to Michelin star restaurants
Coast/Beach:
Bellebouche is a freshwater lake with 900m sandy beach, around 30 mins drive away. Suitable for swimming and windsurfing with Kayaks and pedalos also for hire. There are nature paths through pine woods for cycling and walking, mini golf, picnic areas, snack bar and restaurant.
La Rochelle is the nearest beach town around 2hrs 50mins away. It is located on Atlantic coast with its old harbour, which is lined with seafood restaurants, pleasure boat marina, aquarium and botanical gardens.
Ports and Airports
Nearest airports are Tours and Poitiers at approx. 1 hour drive. Limoges is also around 1 hour 45 mins
Caen, Le Havre, St Malo and Cherbourg and Calais (ranging from 4-6 hours driving) all have regular crossings from England and we can offer a 10% discount code for guests using Brittany Ferries
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Families
- Children 5+ years old
- No pets allowed
- High chair
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: Full bed
Bedroom 2: 2 Twin beds - 1 Full bath, 1 Shower, 2 Attached (ensuites)
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Shared outdoor pool (heated)
- Private garden
- Grill
- Bicycles available
- Internet access
- Fireplace
- Table tennis
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Iron
- High chair
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- Stereo system
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Access
- Parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Policies
- Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
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This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: ($251.05) £200.00 - Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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24 hours after booking |
50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 8 weeks before check-in.
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25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
About the owner
Nick T.
- Average reply time:
- 3 hours 51 minutes
- Response rate:
- 86%
- Calendar last updated:
- 29 Mar 2024
- Years listed:
- 12
- Based in:
- France
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English, Portuguese
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 26 reviews
Excellent
26 reviews
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“A lovely base to explore the Loire from”
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here - the stable was comfortable and the caretaker (Gary) was helpful. We were in the pool every day and enjoyed the table tennis too! The furniture was comfortable a… More
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“Lovely holday”
Had a great time in this quiet unspoiled region. Accommodation very comfortable and clean and Sam and Mike ( caretakers) friendly, welcoming and helpful to enable us to make the best of our holiday. … More
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“Perfect place for a peaceful getaway”
The gites on this site are beautiful and have everything you could possibly want. We stayed in the Stable which was perfect for us. It was spotless and equipped with all the stuff you need for a grea… More
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Response from the owner Thanks so much for taking the time to review, Lesley. We loved having you and would love to see you again in the future. Best regards from all of us
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“Le Vielle Ferme - Cléré-du-Bois”
Our hosts Peter and Diane were amazing. So helpful whatever your needs. The accommodation was exactly what we were looking for. The facilities on site, a pool, table tennis, bikes, laundry room etc ad… More
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“Amazing”
Fantastic week staying at the Stables. The pool is amazing, heated and covered for those days when the weather is off... Quiet and peaceful location in the countryside yet plenty to do around and abou… More
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Response from the owner Thank you for taking the time to leave a review Stuart and thanks for such great feedback. We're glad you enjoyed your time with us and hope you've returned feeling refreshed! We'd love to welcome you back at any time in the future, best regards from us all here
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“What a place”
Heart of the country, peace and quiet, immaculate cottages, gardens and swimming pool, lovely hosts. In easy reach of Chateaux, gardens, local markets, rivers, villages, restaurants. Just ask Derek an… More
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Response from the owner We are so pleased that the holiday delivered on every level and look forward to welcoming you back.
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“A great, relaxed week away”
Angela and Derek have created 4 lovely gites which were just perfect for a relaxed week away with the boys. They're located in the heart of the countryside in Indre-Loire which really helps to ge… More
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Response from the owner We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back.
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“Stunning Properties in Rural France”
Yet another fantastic stay at La Vieille Ferme, cannot fault the welcome, accommodation & lovely pool. If you want to get away from the rat race, stay in quality accommodation, be close to restaur… More
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Response from the owner We are so pleased your enjoyed your holiday again at La Vieille Ferme. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
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“Idyllic gite in sleepy village”
The converted farm buildings in Cléré-du-Bois are superb dwellings in a quiet village. The region is noted for its extraordinary wildlife and is next door to a national park. We saw doze… More
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“Impeccable French Gite”
Having stayed in The Stable on previous occasions it never ceases to amaze us that things seem to improve year on year, rather than the owners sitting back thinking 'job done'. The warmth … More
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FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Nick (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Nick (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Nick (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Nick the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Nick (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Nick (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Nick (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
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- How do I know my booking is safe?
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- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Nick (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Nick (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Nick (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Nick (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Nick (the owner) a message.
If Nick (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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