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Charming Loire Valley Cottage for 6 with huge heated pool & carp fishing lake

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Relax in the superb large heated pool
The Fisherman's Cottage (Pecheurs) exterior
The Fisherman's Cottage garden terrace
The kitchen dining area
The lounge area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6667.4 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Centre-Val De Loire, Centre-Loire Valley
  • Cité Royale de Loches
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Château de Loches
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Collegiale de St-Ours
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Amboise (XAM)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Loire Valley Cottage for 6 with huge heated pool & carp fishing lake

‘The Fisherman’s Cottage’, (Le Chaumiere des Pecheurs) is the largest of three cottages available at Le Moulin de Boutineau, and has a beautiful ancient vine decorating the stone frontage and three bedrooms; two doubles and one twin plus a fully equipped bathroom, kitchen and living/dining area.

Ground Floor: With double doors out onto the pretty main courtyard, the living/dining room has a table, chairs and comfortable seating area with a sofa and two armchairs, plus a flat screen TV for watching dvd’s, a modern USB music tower system and free WIFI. The adjoining open plan kitchen has an electric cooker, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and washing machine plus all the cups, glasses, pans, cutlery etc needed for a group of six people plus a dining table and six chairs. The ground floor is completed by a double bedroom with its own private double doors also leading onto the courtyard.

First Floor: The main bedroom with oak beams and a countryside view from the window has a comfortable double-bed while the twin bedroom also with traditional oak beams, has a view across the millpond and orchard at the rear. The fitted bathroom has a bath/modern shower, toilet and washbasin.

Le Moulin de Boutineau and its three charming fully restored cottages lies in Indre-et-Loire, the tranquil countryside heart of the Loire Valley - but is not remote, just 2 kms from the famous medieval town of Loches, with its own chateau, restaurants, café’s, bars, shops and lively twice-weekly market.
Spend idyllic family days relaxing around a sparkling 12x6 metre heated swimming-pool with a nearby orchard activity area or explore the 15 acres of magnificent tree-lined grounds, fields and woods surrounding this peaceful old watermill that dates back to the 1730's. If you enjoy carp fishing there are carp (15-40 lbs plus) on the glorious private 2.5 acre Moulin Lake. The three delightful oak-beamed cottages which sleep 6, 4+1 and a romantic 2 can also accommodate an exclusive party of 13 and all have their own garden/patio and BBQ area, as well as cooker, dishwasher, microwave, fridge, TV/DVD/stereo music tower, full central heating and access to washing/drying facilities, the swimming pool, hot-tub, bicycles, badminton and table-tennis.

Carp Fishing at Moulin de Boutineau: There is a glorious, private 2.5 acre lake where you can fish for carp (mirror & common 15-40 lbs plus) plus some large tench. It has level, easy walking access around the entire perimeter which is lined with a wide variety of mature trees, flowers and the abundant wildlife includes kingfishers and red squirrels. It is an idyllic, tranquil setting for carp fishing. There are five marked swims (max. 4 anglers), an accessible island, and we also have a range of standard carp fishing equipment for hire as well as a selection of quality baits available. Our beautiful, pristine fish will give you quite a fight, but are of course, just for catching, photographing and releasing again!

It is now possible to carp fish exclusively for 23 weeks of the season on the Moulin Lake, but only by booking the Fisherman's Cottage during the early/late periods of March-mid July and early September-November. The cost of exclusive carp fishing rights for the week for 2-4 anglers in the Fisherman's Cottage is included in the price shown. The cost of non-exclusive Carp Fishing during the High Summer season from mid-July to early September is 150 euros per angler per week or 50 euros per day and is NOT included in the price shown for this High Summer period. You must be staying here to carp fish on the lake, making it all a great combination of value, comfort, accessibility and privacy.

Property manager

Jude & Julian Baskcomb

Languages

English, French
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 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

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Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Perrusson

Located in Perrusson, this cottage is in a rural area. Regional Natural Park of Brenne and Chemillé Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Haute-Touche Zoological Reserve and Zoo Parc Beauval. Travelling with kids? Consider Chataeu, Park and Gardens of Azay le Ferron and Mini-Châteaux Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Centre-Val De Loire, Centre-Loire Valley

What's nearby

  • Cité Royale de Loches - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Porte Picois - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Château de Loches - 7 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Collegiale de St-Ours - 9 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Château de Chenonceau - 33 min drive - 33.1 km

Getting around

  • Loches Station - 6 min drive
  • Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sforza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Le Caravage - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Luccotel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪La Pendule - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming Loire Valley Cottage for 6 with huge heated pool & carp fishing lake have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Charming Loire Valley Cottage for 6 with huge heated pool & carp fishing lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Loire Valley Cottage for 6 with huge heated pool & carp fishing lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Loire Valley Cottage for 6 with huge heated pool & carp fishing lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Loire Valley Cottage for 6 with huge heated pool & carp fishing lake located?

This family-friendly Perrusson cottage is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Cité Royale de Loches, Porte Picois and Château de Loches. Musée Lansyer and Collegiale de St-Ours are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Claire J.

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

Un endroit magnifique

Un séjour très agréable et reposant dans un petit paradis situé dans une région magnifique
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Had a wonderful holiday

What a great place . The cottage had everything we needed and was clean and comfortable . The pool was lovely and peaceful. The fishing was fantastic - I had 3 personal best fish within 30 mins one day . The location is handy for the restaurants and bars of Loches .
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

Superb - Already booked next year

Le Moulin is in a fantastic location, set in the country side, but 5 mins from a medieval town of Loches. Within a hours drive are several chateaus, vin yards and arguably Europe's best zoo which is a must see. The accommodation is first rate, clean & well equipped. Jude and Julian are fantastic hosts, nothing is too much hassle, you are made to feel like one of the family and don't mention the "W" word (work) since its banned by Jude! We experienced 3 of Jude's meals, all combined with Julian's excellent wine recommendation -all were first rate. All in all, a fantastic holiday experience. Thanks Jude and Julian and we'll see you next year!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

douglas s.

brilliant relaxing

Moulin was everything we hoped for rural France within walking distance of a French town,we pre ordered a meal on arrival brilliant Jude, swimming pool very good walking, best of all the p best 34 lb carp thanks jude and Julian
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Andy F.

Perfect holiday, perfect hosts

We stayed in the bread oven last year and were so impressed with all we got then we felt we needed to share our love of this place with two of our friends by staying in le chaumiere des pecheurs with them this year. our friends agreed with us that the photos don't do this amazing place justice let alone the lovely treatment we received from our hosts Julian and Jude. Discovering the local activities and attractions was made easier by the plethora of Information in the itinerary provided with the gite. We thoroughly recommend without reservation this place for holidays even if your not into fishing. Looking forward to coming back again next year, we're hooked.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

A Perfect Week

Fantastic property, fantastic Lake and a superb location in a beautiful region of France. The weather was beautiful, the fishing was great and the hosts, Julian and Jude, made the week long stay we had unforgettable. The homemade food served up by Jude was of a quality restaurant standard and nothing was too much effort to make our stay as pleasurable as possible. The fishing produced a number of 30lb plus carp from a mature lake with great features. Julian supplies bait and tackle if needed which is very handy. The local town is a twenty five minute walk away which had all the required amenities plus more. Restaurants, bars, supermarkets and shopping. Cannot fault this holiday, would definitely recommend.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sheila A., county durham

Fabulous

Visited in 2012 for a short fishing holiday and loved it so much we returned this year with the family. A perfect family holiday was had! Relaxing by the pool, strolling to nearby Loche to buy wonderful food and wine for BBQ's a lovely historical town with great charm. Jude provided us with a delicious evening meal sitting outside in the evening warmth. Fishing by the lake was great..23lb carp made it special. A beautiful part of France with very considerate pleasant friendly hosts...would definitely recommend
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Fantastic Holiday Again!!

We have stayed in the Bread Oven cottage two years running July 2013 + July 2014 and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing restful holiday at a tranquil setting. Our hosts Jude and Julian were always on hand if we needed them to offer information and advice but also gave us our privacy. The fishing is great with good sized carp ( not easy to catch) but well worth persevering. Another major positive is not only the beauty of the location in a rural oasis but only 5 minutes drive away along country traffic free lanes is the beautiful town of Loches steeped in history with everything you could want. Overall a wonderful holiday experience.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kate A.

Awesome Holiday

One of the best holidays we have ever had. Julian and Jude are great hosts and looked after us brilliantly. The fishing was great and with the mix of the lake and the pool there's something to suit everyone. The cottage was perfect for the 5 of us clean and well equipped. We had a few of Jude's fabulous meals during the 2 weeks and would thoroughly recommend them. All in all we had a fantastic time and will definitely return.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kate A.

Awesome Holiday

One of the best holidays we have ever had. Julian and Jude are great hosts and looked after us brilliantly. The fishing was great and with the mix of the lake and the pool there's something to suit everyone. The cottage was perfect for the 5 of us clean and well equipped. We had a few of Jude's fabulous meals during the 2 weeks and would thoroughly recommend them. All in all we had a fantastic time and will definitely return
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jan C.

A perfect week.

Whilst planning the review of our holiday we have browsed through previous comments and found that our words have already been emphasised very clearly. Those of you considering booking a holiday at the Moulin - it really is as good as people have described. The welcome was warm and genuine. Jude and Julian truly want you to have a good holiday and will do whatever they can to make sure that you do. At the end of our holiday we both agreed that we couldn't have improved our holiday in any way. We had 2 fantastic meals cooked by Jude and can't recommend her hospitality enough. We chose to eat on Jude and Julian's veranda at the back of their house overlooking their garden making it a very special occasion. The delicious aperitif from Julian has resulted in us bringing back 3 bottles of Giffard liqueur! We also asked for a restaurant recommendation in Loches, and Jude not only recommended a great place (The Gerbe d'Or), but made the booking for us ensuring that we had the best table and excellent service. The Moulin is set in a peaceful rural area, but just 5 mins from Loches where there is easy parking, a street market and lots of historical things to see - the Keep is highly recommended. The pool is amazing, meticulously maintained with ample shade under the apple trees for those really sunny times. Jude described the Four a pain as a wendy house for adults, and that is a perfect description. It is small and compact but plenty big enough for 2. The steps up to the mezzanine bedroom are not for the faint hearted, but totally manageable and in keeping with the property. Overall, the property is peaceful and a treat to stay in and we look forward to a return visit.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Roger H.

Another superb week at Moulin de Boutineau

Thank you Julian, Jude and Saskia for another fantastic weeks stay. The Fishermans Cottage was clean, spacious and well maintained. Again you have welcomed us into your home and treated us as friends. This was one of the most relaxing holidays Lynne and I have had. Good food good fishing good company We will return
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Malcolm B.

Great Holiday Had By All.

We were a party of 6 fishermen(I use that description lightly!)so in fact we rented both the Pecheurs and Jardinier Gites together. The location is fantastic near the picturesque town of Loches and surrounded by beautiful ,tranquil countryside. Our main aim was to fish the beautiful lake,and although not prolific,we did have a couple of 30lbs+,the largest being 37lbs,4 carp in the 15-25lbs and a couple of reasonable Tench and Roach. The proximity of the lake to the gites and the ease of access to the water made the fishing very easy and comfortable,and I am sure we would have had more success if the weather conditions had been a little more favorable or perhaps our skills a little better!!! Julian and Jude are excellent hosts,nothing too much trouble.,We enjoyed two delicious meals cooked by Jude and some sublime local wines selected by Julian. Overall we thoroughly enjoyed our stay,relaxing in the beautiful courtyard with a beer or two,sitting fishing by the lake watching the local wildlife or swimming in the wonderful pool... A great place for a holiday,heartily recommended for all.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Peter n.

A holiday to remember !

5 of us stayed in this beautiful location, the fishing was excellent, the gites and facilities superb and the hosts Jude & Julian did everything they could to make our holiday perfect. We had an excellent evening meal on arrival and breakfast before we left . We look forward to our next visit and would have no hesitation in recommending it to anyone. Thanks again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ivan P.

Outstanding holiday!

Thank you so much Julian and Jude for another fantastic week at Moulin de Boutineau. This was our second visit. The first time we stayed in the wonderful Gardeners cottage and this time we opted for the larger Fisherman's cottage due to our party size. The cottage, the pool, the location, the fishing lake - all them are simply wonderful. Jude's cooking is TO DIE FOR. Anything she cooks is sprinkled with magic and tastes superb. Julian also has an eye for excellent local wines, so make sure you sample a bottle or two whilst you are there. In summary - fantastic location, wonderful hosts, brilliant holiday.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brenda M.

Don't Miss this Fabulous Home Away!

Recently returned from a two week stay @ charming, beautifully situated Le Moulin de Boutineau; hosts Jude and Julien and daughter Saskia were extremely helpful but never intrusive. Our accommodations in Le Pain au Four were just great! The gite was immaculately clean, and equipped for dining in or out. Lots of things to do or places to visit in the area; immaculately cared for pool and hot tub; close to charming town Loches with wonderful market days twice weekly. My husband and I would return in a minute; we recommend without reservation!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

ANNE W.

Superb Loire Valley Rental

We have just spent two lovely weeks in the Gardeners cottage at 'Le Moulin de Boutineau' The location is ideal for touring the Loire Valley, in particular we enjoyed the zoo at Beauval which is probably the best zoo we have visited and the beautiful quaint town of Loches. Jude, Julian and their daughter Saskia were all very helpful and we had a first class meal for our youngest daughters birthday prepared by Jude. Le Moulin de Boutineau is beautiful with an excellent wel cared for pool and hot tub. Highly recommended and we hope to return one day!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Awesome retreat

Fabulous location on the outskirts of town. Everything one needs for a beautiful, relaxing short or long stay. Hosts (Jude and Julian) could not have been more accommodating whilst respecting privacy. Awesome facilities including spa, pool, bikes. Clean and fully self contained. Highly recommend to anyone wanting a relaxing or active stay and will definitely stay here again if returning to Loire Valley.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B.

Wonderful place to stay in the Loire Valley

Thank you Jude and Julian for your fabulous hospitality during our stay in the Loire valley. Le Moulin de Boutineau was a perfect home away from home. The Pecheur's cottage was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed (plenty big for 6 people...we had only 4 and didn't use one bedroom). The Moulin is situated very centrally to all the many chateaux and other attractions in the Loire valley, yet sits just outside the town of Loche in a quiet, peaceful location. We were a bit early to enjoy the pool, but hope to come back some day as it would be most enjoyable on a hot summer's day. The lake is beautiful and tranquil. Jude and Julian are a fun-loving and welcoming couple, and their daughter kept our two sons entertained with chatting while bouncing on the trampoline (their favorite part of our stay!). They are also happy to share their abundant knowledge of the area with recommendations for places to visit, best markets, and tasty treats! We highly recommend Le Moulin de Boutineau and hope to return ourselves someday soon.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

A Great Place to Relax

Had a fantastic time. I only wish we'd stayed longer. We stayed in the gardener's cottage, which is a bit tight for 5 people. (The loft is really too small for an adult, but my son enjoyed it). Well located for either visiting the nearby towns and chateaux, or just relaxing onsite by the pool, hot tub, or picturesque mill pond. Make sure you're there for the market in Loches on Wednesday and Saturday. The hosts are extremely helpful and friendly.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gorgeous, Cute, Relaxing, 5*

My girlfriend and I (mid 20s) had an exceptional time at Le Moulin de Boutineau! It is well located with ammenities near by, and all the Loire valley wine and chateaux attractions are within easy reach. It was so relaxing, with such a lovely pool in such a lovely setting. The facilties were clean, had everything we needed and were a delight to enjoy. The 4aPain is stunning and overlooks the pool, but there is also a hot tub, and your own private eating area around the flowers and rockery. There is also a glorious pair of lakes which can be circum-navigated, as well as a cute little island, with a hammock! So.... peaceful... and lots more to be honest. Not to mention the food, you must try the food - lovingly prepared by your friendly hosts - superb - 5*. Thank you!!

About the host

Hosted by Jude & Julian Baskcomb

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We moved to France with our then 6-year-old daughter Saskia in 2005 after falling in love with Le Moulin de Boutineau a year earlier, a wreck of a watermill and overgrown grounds left abandoned for 10 years. It was a huge step and massive change to permanently leave rural Leicestershire in England for a French countryside lifestyle near the medieval market town of Loches in the beautiful Loire Valley, but we have never regretted it for a moment (well possibly for one or two moments during the lengthy restoration work when some thought we were completely mad!). However, we had a vision of what it all could be and thankfully our guests - many of whom keep returning - seem to love it too.

Why they chose this property

"It's just all so much better than in the photos - they can never quite convey the lovely atmosphere of the place" is probably the comment we have heard from our guests most often over the years. Our aim was always to offer a really good quality holiday cottages where the men had an option to carp fish - and catch big ones - close-by on a picturesque lake, but it would still be a great holiday for their wives/partners/family & friends who would enjoy the sunshine, large pool, BBQ's, lovely grounds and nearby town and chateau's equally as much.

What makes this property unique

Beautiful grounds - a wonderful proper specimen carp-fishing lake with 15 acres of accessible, peaceful woodland, mature trees, orchards and streams shared with kingfishers, buzzards, red squirrels and deer. The clear air and warm, starry night skies with owls but no light pollution. We added the superb 12x6 metre heated swimming pool and can provide that special bottle of much-underrated Loire wine that makes an evening meal in the courtyard a perfect memory for so many of our visitors.

Languages:

English, French