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A patio with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by a black fence and potted plants.
A fenced area with a gravel surface and a tree.
A modern bathroom with a shower, toilet, and sink.
Property grounds
A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom, and a kitchenette.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 2237 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Fondettes, Indre-et-Loire
  • Place, Chateaux de la Loire
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Vinci International Convention Centre
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Parc des Expositions de Tours
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Fondettes

With a stay at this apartment, you'll be centrally located in Fondettes, within a 5-minute drive of Chateaux de la Loire and Prieure de St-Cosme. .This apartment is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from La Loire à Vélo - Cycling Route Access and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Centre Culturel et d'Animation de l'Aubrière.
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What's nearby

  • Chateaux de la Loire - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • University of Tours - 13 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Place Plumereau - 13 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Vinci International Convention Centre - 17 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Parc des Expositions de Tours - 22 min drive - 6.5 miles

Getting around

  • La Membrolle-sur-Choisille Station - 7 min drive
  • Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ni Brune Ni Blonde - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Feuillette - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪L'Idée Hall - ‬7 min drive

About this property

A Touch of Tenderness in the Heart of the Loire Valley Castles

Just 5 minutes from the city.

Brand-new, fully equipped studio in a very quiet area with a garden

Near Tours, with access to highways, the highway loop, the TGV, the airport, and buses.

Easy access to the Loire Valley castles: Chambord, Chenonceaux, Amboise, etc.

Just 6 minutes from downtown Tours, Place Plumereau, Old Tours, the Cathedral, Les Halles, and Rue Nationale.
Accommodation
Also suitable for families and groups, as there are 9 independent studios in the same house, which can therefore be rented as a whole
Guest access
Direct access via the highway (Paris, Bordeaux, Angers, Le Mans, Nantes, etc.)

Access to the highway loop in 1 minute

TGV (1 hour from Paris, 2 hours from Bordeaux)

Bus stop 100 meters from the property
Line 11 - Tours Train Station (15 min) / Old Town of Tours, Les Halles (10 min)
Line 68 - Tours Airport, Luynes, Saint-Cyr, etc.

Tours Airport nearby

Bike path nearby (Tours 10 minutes, Loire à Vélo)
Other notes
I have listed additional discounts for long-term reservations.
Make yourself comfortable in this apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and a stovetop. There's a private balcony. A kitchenette is outfitted with a microwave. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this apartment include bike parking and babysitting service.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Meal delivery service
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Farming classes
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Farming classes
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 237 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 1

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 Touch of Tenderness in the Heart of the Loire Valley Castles Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean & convenient

Neighborhood is safe and quiet. Unit provides all basic amenities, Bed is comfortable and host is easy to communicate with.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication, location
Hébergement propre mais des araignées dans tous coins,pas de balai ,porte d entrée de l'immeuble défectueuse :il fallait la laisser ouverte ,avec cette chaleur !!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Transport de Tours gare à la location par bus
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

très belles prestations !

Nous avons été ravi de notre séjour, très bien accueilli, un niveau de prestation au top dans la chambre. Logement au calme et bien desservi. Nous recommandons fortement ! Encore merci à notre hôte :-)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026