Just a stone's throw from the centre of Doué-la-Fontaine, set down your bags in this charming detached cottage, typical of Anjou's troglodyte heritage. This cosy gîte for two people is ideal for a romantic break, a peaceful interlude or a nature getaway in Maine-et-Loire.
Accessed via a discreet alleyway, this holiday rental welcomes you to a verdant setting covering more than 200 m²: intimate enclosed garden, staircase terraces, lawn for sunbathing and covered terrace for aperitifs, even in the rain. And the icing on the cake: restored troglodytic cellars to discover on site, accessible with the passionate owners.
Inside, a light-filled veranda offers a dining area with a view over the garden. The fully-equipped kitchen (mini-oven, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, gas hob, etc.) opens onto a cosy living room with sofa and television.
Upstairs is a large 14 m² bedroom with a 1401cm x 190cm double bed, a small reading area and an en suite shower room. Exclusive bonus: direct access to a covered terrace overlooking the rooftops of Doué. The WC is on the ground floor, and the shower room includes a shower and vanity unit.
In the private troglodytic cellars, coolness guaranteed in summer... And everything you need for sunny afternoons: barbecue, garden furniture and deckchairs.
Nearby, don't miss the must-sees: the Bioparc (a troglodytic zoo unique in Europe), the Falun Mystery, the Layon vineyards, the Loire cycle route, Saumur, Angers and the UNESCO-listed banks of the Loire. Free public car park nearby.
For a comfortable stay, the bed is made on arrival, towels are provided and baby equipment is available (cot, bath, booster seat). Additional charges: electricity over 8 kWh (current EDF rate), electric heating, tourist tax.
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