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PROMO - Cottage de La Boussole, on the banks of the Loire, listed ****

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Outdoor dining
Interior
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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Veuves, Centre-Val De Loire
  • Place, Château de Chaumont
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, International Garden Festival of Chaumont-sur-Loire
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Château d'Amboise
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About the area

Veuves

A family-friendly stay in Veuzain-sur-Loire awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Chateaux de la Loire and 7.3 km (4.5 mi) from International Garden Festival of Chaumont-sur-Loire. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 3 bathrooms, a patio and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A dining area, a TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. Limited housekeeping is available. .In proximity to this Veuzain-sur-Loire holiday home you'll find Château de Chenonceau.
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What's nearby

  • Château de Chaumont - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • International Garden Festival of Chaumont-sur-Loire - 9 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Château d'Amboise - 15 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Clos Lucé Castle - 15 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Château-Gaillard - 16 min drive - 15.9 km

Getting around

  • Veuves Monteaux Station - 5 min walk
  • Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Estaminet - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hostellerie du Château - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bistrot Des Hauts De Loire - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪La Madeleine de Proust - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant des Hauts De Loire - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

PROMO - Cottage de La Boussole, on the banks of the Loire, listed ****

The Gîte de La Boussole is in the heart of a village on the banks of the Loire, ideally located on the wine route and at the crossroads of the castles of Chaumont-sur-Loire, Amboise and Blois.
In an old barn completely restored, Nathalie and Tanguy wanted to create an original and warm place for your stay in a gite or guest room.
A pleasant base for all your cultural and sporting leisure activities.
Total area 120m2, outdoor courtyard. Ground floor living room with fully equipped kitchen (oven, hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, laundry room (washing machine), one bedroom with private bathroom.
Upstairs: two bedrooms with private bathroom.
Rates include: towels, linens, bed made on arrival, cleaning, electricity, heating.
Free WIFI.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a zoo
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,292 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Gîte de La Boussole on the Banks of the Loire

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to PROMO - Cottage de La Boussole, on the banks of the Loire, listed ****?

The closest beach to PROMO - Cottage de La Boussole, on the banks of the Loire, listed **** is Plage de Montrichard (15.3 km).

Does PROMO - Cottage de La Boussole, on the banks of the Loire, listed **** have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is PROMO - Cottage de La Boussole, on the banks of the Loire, listed **** family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and travel cots, it's no surprise that PROMO - Cottage de La Boussole, on the banks of the Loire, listed **** is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at PROMO - Cottage de La Boussole, on the banks of the Loire, listed ****?

No, PROMO - Cottage de La Boussole, on the banks of the Loire, listed **** does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at PROMO - Cottage de La Boussole, on the banks of the Loire, listed ****?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at PROMO - Cottage de La Boussole, on the banks of the Loire, listed ****?

No, pets are not allowed.

PROMO - Cottage de La Boussole, on the banks of the Loire, listed **** Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 116 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nathalie was cheerful and helpful, making us feel completely at home and Tanguy was exceptionally quick to respond to a small problem. The super king sized beds were ultra comfortable. A bedroom downstairs was particularly useful for one of our group with limited mobility. The accommodation was spacious and imaginatively decorated. Situated a few hundred steps from the Loire, many historic sites were within easy reach by car. We had a super stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage - photos don’t do it justice! And fantastic location
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian G.

Liked: Cleanliness

As described in the other reviews - so lovely!

Great communication with Nathalie before we got to property. And when we contacted her during our stay. Great parking space. Cool property on hot days as long as you close the curtains when you’re out for the day. Two fridges with the small freezer compartments at the top. Lovely courtyard with deck chairs and a dining table with cushions. Great location between Amboise and Blois. Just for info -there is a train line about half a mile away and it’s a road that runs right against the property has traffic quite regularly - but you would have to be VERY fussy for this to be a problem.We did a balloon ride with Balloon revolution and they flew right over Veuves where the Gite is.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ideal location for seeing the Loire Valley

Lovely property; the photos don't do the outside seating area justice. Perfectly placed for visiting chateaux and vineyards. Lots of information for local area provided by Nathalie. The restaurant in the village, La Croix Blanche, well worth a visit. Excellent food and lovely eating in the garden.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming and Comfortable, But a Bit Isolated

Beautiful gite, centrally located for excursions throughout the Loire Valley. Don't miss Chateau Chaumont, especially the gardens, and Leonardo da Vinci's final home in Amboise. The gite is incredibly clean with a well-stocked kitchen. Unfortunately, the village has no cafe, boulangeries, or tabac, so you really need a car or to be a bicyclist! Nathalie is wonderful, very communicative and eager for us to have a good time - helpful that she speaks English! À lot of tourist info available, pamphlets, etc. Very quiet and peaceful. Comfortable furniture, great showers! Wonderful restaurants in Boise and Amboise.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay in Veuves, close to Amboise!

Nathalie's place is wonderful, in a small village a 15-min drive from Amboise. Very spacious and beautifully renovated, the accommodation is even better than the pictures! Nathalie was very helpful in offering recommendations and was responsive to our needs; would highly recommend as a base for a family or group of friends exploring the Loire Valley. Plus, the restaurant at the end of the road (La Croix Blanche) is marvellous.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great base for exploring The Loire

The gite was handy for everything. Near to Chaumont, Amboise, Bloise. Plenty of good restaurants nearby and a supermarket for food and fuel. The house was lovely with everything we needed. Nathalie was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home Away in Loire Valley

The gite was perfect for three women friends traveling together, giving us the opportunity for fellowship when we wanted but also privacy when we wanted that. A lot of thought had been put into the renovation of the gite. It had plenty of natural light and was aesthetically pleasing. It had also been outfitted with the guest in mind, plenty of space for clothes, etc. We were thrilled to find a place with three showers too! Nathalie was very helpful in orienting us to the area. The location is in a small village not too far from Amboise which was a great location for visiting the chateaux. The village is very small and does not have a lot of amenities but does have a fantastic restaurant. There is another village about a mile away that has a lovely little epicerie where you can pick up your pain au chocolat in the morning. Overall, it was a fantastic value for the money and a delightful stay. I will comment that it would not be good for someone who is mobility impaired with a winding spiral staircase and steps without railing down into the upstairs bedrooms. That said we were 3 fit women about 70 years old and it did not pose a problem for us.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful property and great location

The property was just lovely! The location was perfect in the Loire Valley and beautifully decorated. Lots of room for us to spread out and the kitchen was appointed well. Nathalie was a great host. Highly reccommend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming Gite

A 10 from start to finish! Nathalie is charming and so very helpful. It is obvious that no expense was spared in the remodel of this vacation rental. Great patio area to sit out and relax in. We were a group of six active seniors and had no issues with the stairs. Would rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna C., Gahanna, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness

Just Like Home

Nathalie is the best hostess. She introduced us to La Boussole like a person would introduce a best friend. The furnishings and beds were comfortable. We cooked and enjoyed several breakfasts and dinners. The interior is spectacular. We would not hesitate to stay at La Boussole again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcel V., Ottawa, Ontario

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location - central to all the Loire Valley has to offer

Everything you need to enjoy your stay. Comfortable beds and an easy, commute to Chateau’s and towns to explore. Highly recommend you book a reservation at the La Croix Blanche - walking distance and beautiful garden seating with great food. Second floor is not suitable for very young children or those with mobility issues. However, is perfectly suited for couples or families with older kids. Private showers for every bedroom and a shared toilet upstairs and one downstairs makes it easy to get ready to explore. Hostess is welcoming and will assist you making plans for the area. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ginny R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Un très joli gîte au bord de la Loire

Nous avons passé de très bons moments au Gîte de la Boussole ! Nathalie était très sympathique et c’était facile de communiquer avec elle avant notre arrivée. Nathalie nous a très bien accueilli au gîte et nous a donné plusieurs recommendations pour que nous puissions profiter de notre visite. Nous avons fait la balade crépusculaire sur la Loire, qui part de Chaumont sur Loire, pour l’anniversaire de mon mari, c’était magnifique ! Le gîte était parfait et bien situé pour visiter les nombreux châteaux que la région offre ou d’autres villes comme Blois et Amboise. Merci beaucoup Nathalie pour un très agréable séjour et nous espérons revenir à nouveau !
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing time on the Loire River

We enjoyed 5 marvelous days in the home of Nathalie Breche, with easy access to any and all of the wonderful castles within the Loire Valley, one of which can be seen across the River, Chateau Chaumont, a true representative of the luxury enjoyed by the few in Frances' history. Nathalies home does have a circular staircase for a second couple to enjoy their own space with full bathroom facilities on the second floor. No winding your way down to the loo in the dark!! The kitchen is well appointed and the patio is clean and private. Thank you Nathalie! We ALL enjoyed our time in your lovely home
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loire reunion

We met dear American friends for the first time since the pandemic to visit chateaux and gardens, to walk along the Loire, to explore Tours and Blois and to cook together and explore local restaurants. The house was a perfect base for all these activities and we loved sitting in the sunny courtyard and around the dining table, chatting into the evening. Nathalie gave us a great tip for a walk and was super helpful with all queries. We highly recommend this lovely gite.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Central Location in the Loire Valley

We have visited 4 regions in France and we all agree our favorite stay was here. Nathalie was delightful and even brought along a friend to interpret for us. Nathalie had great recommendations for food and sites to visit. The house is spacious and the patio is a wonderful place to have cheese, wine or dinner.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness

A beautiful gitê in a great location.

La Boussole is a wonderful gitê, with 3 good sized en-suite bedrooms, a communal living and cooking area and the most relaxing and private of courtyards where you can also dine al fresco. The gitê is beautifully designed inside and out and absolutely immaculate. Communication with the host Nathalie was simple, either though email or telephone and she is close by should you need her during your stay, although never imposing. Location is absolutely perfect, approx 400 m from the banks of the Loire and located between the two beautiful towns of Amboise and Blois, with château's galore and activities such as kayaking, cycling and hot air ballooning all on your doorstep. Although there are many good restaurants in the region the best we dined at was La Croix Blanche, only 300 m from La Boussole. Looking forward to returning soon as there's still so much for us to see and do in the region and we couldn't imagine staying anywhere else but La Boussole. Merci Beaucoup Nathalie - c'était parfait.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anna W.

Liked: Cleanliness

A charming , stylish and comfortable Gite.

We very much enjoyed our stay at this very well-appointed Gite. Its location for sight-seeing is excellent and it was a warm and welcoming place to return to. The decor is stylish and full of character; the furnishings are very comfortable and having a shower in each bedroom was a bonus. We were impressed by the fantastic spiral staircase and, if someone in your party were to be unable to manage them, there is a great bedroom and bathroom on the ground floor. Nathalie was extremely helpful and lovely to deal with.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Clive S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property

A very quiet location, exceptionally clean and tidy, very well equipped and delightful hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sabina G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Veuves Gite

The property is much larger than it appears from the photographs, especially the bedrooms. The courtyard is idyllic. Nathalie was very helpful and provided us with information which we would not have found ourselves. The Gite is ideally situated for visiting Blois and Amboise

10/10 Excellent

John P., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness

A gem in the Loire Valley

Our three-night stay in this lovely house was a pleasure in every way. Communication with Nathalie was excellent and we connected with her at the beginning and end of our visit without any difficulty. The gite itself has an attractive, open layout and has all the amenities you could want. The village is quiet and you will have to drive 3 or 4 kilometers to find a store, bakery and butcher, but there is an excellent restaurant recommended by Nathalie that’s just a 3 minute walk away. The only warning I’d mention is that the spiral staircase going up to the 2 upper bedrooms would be risky for smaller children and difficult for the infirm. Otherwise, there’s nothing not to like!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A beautiful gite in an ideal location

We loved our stay in this beautiful gite. It is spacious, well equipped and very tastefully decorated and furnished. There are 3 showers so no queues needed! The weather was unusually hot and we particularly enjoyed our time sitting out in the evenings in the lovely private courtyard. Inside there is a large dining table and also a sofa and seated area so had the weather been more inclement we would happily have spent more time inside. The spiral staircase is a lovely feature and leads to the 2 upstairs bedrooms. The third bedroom is downstairs. Nathalie was an extremely helpful host, she quickly responded to any queries / messages and although we had no problems during our stay it was good to know she lived close by if needed. The location of the gite is excellent, it is located in a quiet , tiny village part way between Amboise and Blois so ideal for exploring the beautiful Loire. Onzain (about a 5 minute drive away) has a good large supermarket with fuel station close by. There is also a very good butchers and bakers closer in the next village. We caught the train from Onzain and had a fabulous day in Tours, this station is also on the main rail route to Amboise, Blois and even Paris! A very happy holiday and we would love to return one day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ken P.

Perfect place to stay!

My family of 5 just had an amazing trip to the Loire Valley and we stayed in this beautiful Gite. Nathalie was wonderful to work with. She showed us around the home and provided information about places to eat, things to do and local grocers for supplies. The rooms are huge and each had their own shower. There are two toilets, one on the main floor and one on the upper floor. The Kitchen is well-equipped and there is a large living area. In addition, there is a beautiful terrace to sit outside and enjoy a meal and glass of wine. The local restaurant is in walking distance and has excellent food. I highly recommend this Gite when staying in the Loire Valley.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

darrel m.

The house was very clean and tidy and on a nice location

Had a great time catching up with family at your holiday house
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

High level of fixtures and fittings, well maintained, excellent location

We had a lovely 10 days in this cottage full of character, with very friendly, helpful hosts. The property had a relaxing feel to it and the terrace was a particularly pleasant area to relax in. There is lots to do in the area and a delicious, restaurant within walking distance.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2018