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A Rest for the Elves. "The Bear Who Saw the Hen Who Saw the Bear" Vacation Rental in Richelieu

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A courtyard with a building featuring a tower, wooden balconies, and a stone wall with a large wheel.
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A room with a stone wall, a wooden bench, a sofa, a chair, a small table, a television, and a fireplace.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroom969 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Braye-sous-Faye, Indre-et-Loire
  • Place, Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Natural Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Futuroscope
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Place, Château de Villandry
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Poitiers (PIS-Biard)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Braye-Sous-Faye

This vacation home places you next to Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Natural Park. The vacation home includes conveniences like a kitchen.

What's nearby

  • Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Natural Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Futuroscope - 51 min drive - 33.0 miles
  • Arena Futuroscope - 51 min drive - 33.0 miles
  • Château de Langeais - 53 min drive - 37.2 miles
  • Château de Villandry - 57 min drive - 39.8 miles

Getting around

  • Basses-Sammarcolles Station - 22 min drive
  • Poitiers (PIS-Biard) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪M'family - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Brasserie Le Richelieu - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Café Saint-Georges - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bar Tabac le Chêne Vert - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪La Fleur de Lys - ‬6 min drive

About this property

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

A Rest for the Elves. "The Bear Who Saw the Hen Who Saw the Bear" Vacation Rental in Richelieu

In our 17th-century manor house, come and relax in this cottage with exposed stone walls and a fireplace, just outside Richelieu, the Cardinal's city. Between the Loire Valley châteaux and Futuroscope, come and enjoy a comfortable and simple break! The "L'ours qui a vu la poule qui a vu l'ours" (The Bear Who Saw the Hen Who Saw the Bear) cottage is located in the main building of our manor house. This 90 m² cottage comprises a dining area with a kitchen, a living room, a bathroom with a bathtub, a sleeping area with two adjoining bedrooms, and two toilets. Access to the sleeping area is via a staircase which is not suitable for people with mobility issues! Close to the Cardinal's City, a unique architectural gem in France and a must-see small town of character in the Loire Valley, your cottage benefits from a protected environment where nature reigns supreme in the Land of Kings. In this former 17th-century manor house, the cozy interior, offering color and comfort, is ideal for recharging and enjoying a true holiday or weekend getaway where local attractions abound. In the warmer months, the garden is perfect for relaxing or playing outdoors, a real treat for young and old alike. Nearby, you'll discover the magnificent Château du Rivau, the royal fortress of Chinon, and the Historial du Poitou at the Château de Monts-sur-Guesnes. The forest, hiking trails, and the Richelieu-Chinon greenway offer opportunities for memorable walks. A little further afield, Chenonceau, Amboise, Azay-le-Rideau, Villandry, Langeais, and Loches are also worth exploring, as is the fabulous Beauval Zoo, located just 1.5 hours away.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

General

  • Unit size: 969 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
  • Check-in: 5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts cash.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Braye-Sous-Faye, just steps from Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Natural Park.

How much does it cost to stay at A Rest for the Elves. "The Bear Who Saw the Hen Who Saw the Bear" Vacation Rental in Richelieu?

As of Nov 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Rest for the Elves. "The Bear Who Saw the Hen Who Saw the Bear" Vacation Rental in Richelieu on Dec 6, 2026 start from $132, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at By the peace of the elves. Gîte “The Bear Who Saw the Chicken, Which Then Saw Bears”?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Does By the peace of the elves. Gîte “The Bear Who Saw the Chicken, Which Then Saw Bears” have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does By the peace of the elves. Gîte “The Bear Who Saw the Chicken, Which Then Saw Bears” have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Poitiers (PIS-Biard), which is about 26.8 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at By the peace of the elves. Gîte “The Bear Who Saw the Chicken, Which Then Saw Bears”?

No, there aren't any house at By the peace of the elves. Gîte “The Bear Who Saw the Chicken, Which Then Saw Bears” that offer a balcony.

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