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

Braye-Sous-Faye vacation home with kitchen

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A building with a red door, windows, and a chimney.
A courtyard with a building featuring a tower, wooden balconies, and a stone wall with a large wheel.
A room with stone walls, a fireplace, a mirror, and two chairs with cushions.
A dining area with a table, chairs, a chandelier, a refrigerator, and a microwave in the background.
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 bathroom90 sq m

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 area

Braye-Sous-Faye

In Braye-Sous-Faye .At this Braye-Sous-Faye vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Natural Park and 12 miles (20 km) of Château du Rivau. Chateaux de la Loire is within 12 miles (20 km) and Domaine Dozon is within 16 miles (25 km).

What's nearby

  • Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Natural Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Futuroscope - 51 min drive - 53.1 km
  • Arena Futuroscope - 51 min drive - 53.1 km
  • Château de Langeais - 53 min drive - 59.8 km
  • Château de Villandry - 57 min drive - 64.1 km

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

Entire place

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 colour 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.

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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

  • 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
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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is By the peace of the elves. Gîte “The Bear Who Saw the Chicken, Which Then Saw Bears” to the airport?

This vacation home is 40.9 mi (59-min drive) away from the Poitiers (PIS-Biard) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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 5, 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 Nov 6, 2026 start from CA $163, excluding 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.

Does By the peace of the elves. Gîte “The Bear Who Saw the Chicken, Which Then Saw Bears” have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does By the peace of the elves. Gîte “The Bear Who Saw the Chicken, Which Then Saw Bears” offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at By the peace of the elves. Gîte “The Bear Who Saw the Chicken, Which Then Saw Bears”?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at By the peace of the elves. Gîte “The Bear Who Saw the Chicken, Which Then Saw Bears”?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at By the peace of the elves. Gîte “The Bear Who Saw the Chicken, Which Then Saw Bears”?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

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

This vacation home does not have a pool.

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

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is By the peace of the elves. Gîte “The Bear Who Saw the Chicken, Which Then Saw Bears” to downtown Braye-Sous-Faye?

This vacation home is 2 mi away from Braye-Sous-Faye.

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