LES JARDINS RENAISSANCE residence in Azay-le-Rideau in the Loire Valley is located 800m from the centre of Azay-le-Rideau and its shops (supermarket 1.5km from residence). This residence is made up of approx. 100 high-standard holiday houses set in small, hamlet-style groups and is the perfect location for exploring the Touraine/Loire Valley region (a car is recommended). This residence also has an "Accueil Velo" label (the endorsement French tourist offices give to businesses that welcome cyclists).
Information about Les Jardins Renaissance
Les Jardins Renaissance - Rue des Fontaines 37190 Azay le Rideau
Pets (2 pets max/unit): state and pay at time of booking
Wi-Fi access in accommodation (payable to a 3rd party)
Choice of 3 hotel service options (state and pay at time of booking)
Beds made on arrival (excl. living area)
End of stay cleaning (excl. kitchenette)
Beds made on arrival (excl. living area) + end of stay cleaning (excl. kitchenette)
Useful information
Prices are per accommodation, per week - 7 nights min. (1/8-29/8: Saturday-Saturday)
Short breaks (2 nights min.; subject to availability) include bed linen (beds made on arrival; excl. living area), towels and end of stay cleaning (excl. kitchenette)
Not included: security deposit (400 euros/unit), local tourist tax, cleaning charges (incurred if accommodation is not left thoroughly cleaned on departure): 55-80 euros. Mid-stay cleaning available on request (enquire locally).
Catering
Breakfast service (price/person/stay - state and pay at time of booking)
Kitchenette with microwave oven/grill + ceramic hob + dishwasher, TV (may only offer French channels), furnished terrace + small garden area (type 24: apartment located on the upper floor with a terrace)
Prices & availability
Resort
Azay le Rideau is a small town in the Loire Valley located on the banks of the Indre river, and is 25km south west of Tours and 20km east of Chinon. Azay-le-Rideau is best known for its splendid Renaissance Chateau, surrounded on three sides by the tree-lined river. As well as the impressive Chateau, the town also boasts a church with a number of interesting original architectural features. such as the well-preserved 9th-century facade complete with carved features and statues.
Azay-le-Rideau is a great base for visitors to explore the surrounding area and the other breathtaking Loire Chateaux nearby.
Practical information and leisure
Azay-le-Rideau can be easily accessed from the UK by rail or road, ideal for anyone hoping to see some of France's varied landscape on their way down to the Loire this summer. Please note that all the information provided on these pages is not contractual and is intended for guidance purposes only. For the most up to date information (especially operating dates), please contact the local tourist office.
Sports and leisure
Whilst in Azay-le-Rideau, visitors should make sure they visit the town's spectacular Renaissance Chateau and ancient church. The Chateau d' Azay-le-Rideau dates back to the 16th-century, and is on the UNESCO World Heritge List. Throughout July and August, the Chateau is open to visitors until 7pm every day, giving you plenty of time to explore its towers and turrets! Azay-le-Rideau is the perfect base to explore the Loire by bike, with numerous cycle paths along the banks of the Indre river and flat terrain to lure even the most reluctant of cyclists onto two wheels. The town also has a range of shops and restaurants to suits all tastes and budgets.