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Unique cruise of several days with Houseboat on Loire

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, bed sheets
Fridge, stovetop, coffee/tea maker, toaster
1 bedroom, bed sheets
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Entire house boat

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Water view
    Water viewWater view

Explore the area

Map
Mauges-sur-Loire, Maine-et-Loire
  • Popular LocationMuseum of Local History and the Wars of Vendée3 min walk
  • Popular LocationSaint-Florent du Mont-Glonne Abbey5 min walk
  • Popular LocationCastle of Ancenis16 min drive
  • AirportNantes (NTE-Nantes - Atlantique)58 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Unique cruise of several days with Houseboat on Loire

Welcome on board our "Toue Cabanée", Loire's traditionnal boat, totally equiped, with home comforts. The boat is based in Saint Florent le Vieil, in Summertime, a charming little place, and in Ancenis in Wintertime. (November to April)

You could also benefit from our charter option with Captain (make sure the Captain is available !). 60€ per hour, including Captain and fuel.

We also propose, to make your trip unforgettable, with our unique cruises of several days with stop-overs. The captain will be there to handle the boat (approximately 3 hours cruising per day). You are free to do as you wish during the stop-overs. Many route are proposed between Angers and Nantes. A very original and exotic holiday, in the heart of the great river ! 180€ per cruise day (with approximately 3 hours cruise time), including Captain, fuel, and the Captain’s expenses.

During the cruise, relax, eat in the middle of the river, read, play with your children, make a stop in a tavern, or on sandbank ! You will discover nature, and the Loire's secrets with your Captain, Fabien.

The stop-overs are selected, to provide you easy access to the area, on foot or bike. There is a road book on the boat, with maps and guides for places to visit, shops, bars and restaurants. Two folding bikes are available for you on the boat.

NB : The boat is very stable. No mosquito, because the water is not stagnant. But, presence of spiders, who appreciate this natural area.

3 nights/3 navigation days : River Discovery
Day 1 : Saint Florent le Vieil - Chalonnes sur Loire
Day 2 : Chalonnes sur Loire - Oudon (or Ancenis)
Day 3 : Oudon - Saint Florent le Vieil

6 nights/5 navigation days : River Discovery + Stop-over in Angers + Detour in tributary
Day 1 : Saint Florent le Vieil - Chalonnes sur Loire
Day 2 : Chalonnes sur Loire - Bouchemaine
Day 3 : Bouchemaine - Ecouflant - Cantenay Epinard - Angers (Navigation on Maine, Sarthe and Mayenne)
Day 4 : Angers - Behuard
Day 5 : Behuard - Saint Florent le Vieil

6 nights/5 navigation days : River Discovery + Stop-over in Nantes + Detour in tributary
Day 1 : Saint Florent le Vieil - Ancenis
Day 2 : Ancenis - Nantes
Day 3 : Nantes - Sucé sur Erdre - Nantes (Navigation on Erdre)
Day 4 : Nantes - Oudon
Day 5 : Oudon - Saint Florent le Vieil

Property manager

Fabien ROLLET

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • On the river

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

About the neighborhood

Mauges-sur-Loire

Located in Mauges-sur-Loire, this houseboat is on a river. Museum of Local History and the Wars of Vendée and Oudon Medieval Castle are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Zoo de La Boissière du Doré and Parc de l'Arche. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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What's nearby

  • Museum of Local History and the Wars of Vendée - 3 min walk
  • Saint-Florent du Mont-Glonne Abbey - 5 min walk
  • Castle of Ancenis - 16 min drive
  • Zoo de La Boissière du Doré - 26 min drive
  • Terra Botanica - 37 min drive

Getting around

  • Varades-St-Florent-le-Vieil Station - 18 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪La Closerie des Roses - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪La Terrasse de l'Evre - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Le Varadais - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Au Poisson d'Argent - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪La Galerie - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique cruise of several days with Houseboat on Loire pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Unique cruise of several days with Houseboat on Loire?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique cruise of several days with Houseboat on Loire?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Unique cruise of several days with Houseboat on Loire located?

Situated on a river, this houseboat is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Museum of Local History and the Wars of Vendée and within 12 mi (20 km) of Castle of Ancenis and Parc de Beaupreau. Beaupreau Chateau and Hippodrome de la Pree are also within 16 mi (25 km). Varades-St-Florent-le-Vieil Station is 18 minutes by foot.

Unique cruise of several days with Houseboat on Loire Reviews

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Amenities

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Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

eric

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Pas trop accessible avec des vélos
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josef

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022