UNUSUAL GORGEOUS TRADITIONAL BOAT FACING THE CHATEAU DE SAUMUR

5.0

Outstanding(23 Reviews)

Docked boat in Saumur

6 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Balcony or Patio and more

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About this docked boat rental

UNUSUAL and NEW! Amazing huge houseboat Gloriette de Loire ♥
This fully private houseboat offers a large space, cosy for holidays with all facilities. Safety area in the "chic" island of Saumur.
Fully equiped kitchen with dishwasher, fridge and freezer, oven coffe machine, boiler... italian style shower in mosaïc, large bards or single beds, separate automatic toilets, WIFI....
This is an amazing fully private traditional boat of the Loire river. A very confortable and large self catering boat moored just in front of the castel of Saumur.
In close proximity you will find:
Traditional commerce and markets
Historicalcity center right opposite
Boarding pier right opposite
In summer time gigs in town

The boat makes the perfect place for a rest or to watch the castle and the historical city at night.

Nostalgia! The boat is a creation of the first copy of a wash houseboat in France built year 1895 with all facilities and great confort.
We rent as well an other houseboat the LOIRE ROMANCE moored just behind and a self catering independent rental , a beautiful place located at the first floor of the family nineteenth century villa : the VILLA DE LOIRE.

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Map of Saumur

Nearby attractions

Château de Villandry

45 mi

Bioparc de Doué-la-Fontaine

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UNUSUAL GORGEOUS TRADITIONAL BOAT FACING THE CHATEAU DE SAUMUR

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5.0

Outstanding(23 Reviews)

Docked boat in Saumur

6 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Balcony or Patio and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this docked boat rental

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Map of Saumur

Nearby attractions

Château de Villandry

45 mi

Bioparc de Doué-la-Fontaine

Reviews

5.0

Outstanding(23 Reviews)

5.0

Jul 2024

Wonderful stay on houseboat for nights. Stunning views and only a short walk into town. Accommodation was as described, spotlessly clean with everything you could need. George and Armelle very helpfell upon arrival. Would recomnend x

5.0

May 2022

top

top

Top à refaire

5.0

Oct 2021

Top séjour

Top séjour

We au top sous le soleil Un peu trop de gîte sur la péniche par rapport au précédent séjour

5.0

May 2021

Super

Super

Propriétaire sympa la peniche superbe est bien aménagée avec une vue sur le château un séjour qu ont oubliera pas au top

5.0

Oct 2019

Amazing Stay

Amazing Stay

We had an amazing stay at Armelle & George's House Boat. They are fabulous hosts and we had everything we needed. It really is an amazing place and we will be back.

5.0

Jun 2019

génial

génial

je recommande

4.0

Dec 2018

Agréable logis au fil de l'eau

Agréable logis au fil de l'eau

agréable logis au fil de l'eau, parfait pour 6

5.0

Sep 2018

Fantastic

Fantastic

We stayed here last September and came back for longer this year. Although la Loire was very low because of very hot and dry summer and we had a large almost private beach outside the boat, this didn’t affect the fact that this is a stunning location with the best view in Saumur! Just so beautiful and relaxing. Owner very friendly and helpful. Thanks Georges! See you next time!

5.0

Jan 2018

Très bien

Très bien

Le propriétaire est très sympathique, de très bon conseil pour les visites. Super séjour en famille.

5.0

Sep 2017

Fabulous location, very relaxing

Fabulous location, very relaxing

A wonderful four days spent here in early September. The location is unbeatable with stunning views across the river and the chateau. Lots of wildlife - we saw otters, unusual birds - and there are a lot of fish in la Loire which swim around the boat. A very comfortable accommodation, lots of space for a small boat, well appointed and clean. The walk into Saumur centre takes about 10 minutes and is very pleasant. The choice of restaurants is good. We had several excellent meals. We will definitely be back! Thanks, Arnelles and George!

5.0

Aug 2017

Très agréable

Très agréable

Que des étoiles ******

5.0

Jul 2017

Our third fabulous stay!

Our third fabulous stay!

We stayed on the Loire Romance 3 years ago with our 3 teenage kids for a 4 night stay and loved it. Last year we came back for 4 nights (again on the Loire Romance) and again really enjoyed our stay. When we left, we promised each other we would come back again this year for a longer stay. This time we stayed on the Gloriette de Loire for a week. It was perfect. Privacy, a lovely space and that VIEW!!!! The Loire river is quite low this Summer and the deck of the Gloriette makes it very easy to get in and out of the water, so on the warmest days we swam in the river right off the deck (the water was less than a metre deep right next to the boat). It is also very clear water and there are lots of fish, leisurely swimming past as you sip your drink on the deck. The big sliding door along the deck together with the sliding door in the bedroom allow for great air circulation, so the boat never felt too warm. Armelle and Georges are responsive, gracious hosts and the boats are always impeccably clean on arrival. For a family with kids, the Loire Romance offers more privacy for parents as it offers 2 separate bedrooms. The Gloriette offers more open spaces, which is perfect for a couple or family/friends who don't mind spending most of their time on the boat in shared space. We certainly plan to come back again, these boats in this unbeatable location are a stroke of genius and I am almost reluctant to leave such a glowing review for fear that they'll be completely booked longer in advance, making it more difficult to plan our return :D The location of Saumur, in between Angers and Tours, is ideal as well, with a seemingly endless list of chateaux and pretty villages and towns to visit, all within easy reach. By the tame token, it is lovely to get into a rhythm of sleeping in, sauntering into town for fresh bread, cheese and wine (the town also has an un-be-lie-va-ble delicatessen that sells fresh, ready-made, gourmet dishes that beat most restaurant meals yet cost less than half of what you'd spend eating out) and then returning to the boat for a leisurely afternoon on the water, followed by dinner (more wine) and an evening walk along the river. You will feel spoiled for choice here and your stay is sure to feel too short! Thank you again Armelle and Georges, you make Saumur irresistable to us!

5.0

Jan 2017

Je recommande

Je recommande

Ce bateau est très confortable et la vue magnifique. On se sent vraiment bien sur ce bateau. Même par grand froid, on a eu bien chaud. Le propriétaire est très à l'écoute et sympathique. Je reviendrai aux beaux jours pour revoir le château, la ville , la Loire, le pont, les oiseaux... la nuit, le matin... J'ai adoré le charme de ce lieu.

3.0

Jan 2017

bémols

bémols

Bon séjour dans son ensemble, malgré quelques désagréments: pas le bateau choisi au départ (pas d'espace séparé pour mon enfant), suite à une fuite d'eau avant notre arrivée; matins bruyants avec 5 ou 6 pêcheurs qui criaient et parlaient très fort, de 9h au coucher du soleil...équipements trop sommaires (ustensiles de cuisine insuffisants pour un séjour de 5 jours: pas de saladier, de couvercles, de couteau économe, de fait-tout) et évier en partie bouché (lave-vaisselle hors-service)... ce qui est un peu décevant en rapport avec le prix pratiqué. Sinon, nous avons positivé et notre séjour fut agréable. Nous n'avons malheureusement pas pu dire au-revoir à nos hôtes...

5.0

Oct 2016

Sublime séjour sur la Loire

Sublime séjour sur la Loire

Emplacement idéal face au château de Saumur, très romantique de nuit, ce bateau-lavoir est un nid douillet pour un séjour : spacieux, lumineux, bien équipé ......Un ponton pour profiter du coucher de soleil............ L'entretien du lieu est impeccable que ce soit au niveau du ménage, de la literie, sans oublier l'accueil des propriétaires chaleureux, souriant et en plus avec un cadeau de bienvenue ! Bravo et merci encore

5.0

Aug 2016

Unbeatable view and location in the Loire Valley

Unbeatable view and location in the Loire Valley

We stayed in both the self-catering apartment and then in one of the two houseboats, which are moored just below the 19th century stone mansion which contains the apartment. All three have probably the best view of Saumur's chateau as they are directly across the river, on the island (Ile d'Offard). it's a short walk to town across the main bridge which is about two blocks away, and there are also shops on the island, including a wonderful bakery with some of the best crossants we've ever tasted. Georges and Armelle are friendly and diligent hosts, who will do anything needed to make the stay pleasant and relaxing. The property is in a very quiet area but easily walkable to many shops and two excellent markets, on the island itself on Thursdays, and in the central Saumur town square on Saturdays. We had not realized that the apartment has a small second bedroom which came in very handy when our daughters came for a short visit. The apartment includes washing machine and dishwasher, and a small but workable cooktop. The modern shower has lots of hot water and great pressure, also true in the boat. WiFi connections worked well, and the apartment's high ceilings and thick stone walls keep rooms cool on hot days. We could never decide whether we preferred the view of the chateau during the day, when the sun sparkles off the creamy limestone walls and turrets, or at night, when the gleaming chateau is reflected onto the river's calm surface. Saumur is a smallish town (pop. around 30,000) located between the larger and better-known cities of Tours and Angers. On the north side of the river is the modern train station with easy connections or direct service to Angers, Nantes, St. Nazaire, Orleans, Le Mans, Tours, Paris etc. on clean, fast trains, and the English-speaking station staff are helpful and gave us ticket suggestions which saved us quite a few Euros on our numerous local and regional trips. This is a great base for exploring the Loire Valley's many sights, including not only the many well-known castles but also the huge medieval abbey at Fonteyvraud (where Richard Lion Heart and his family are buried) as well as many wineries. Saumur has its own "appellation" and several wineries which provide tours, such as Veuve Amiot which makes excellent sparkling wines at very attractive prices (also free tours and tasting). We would gladly go back for another stay, as there is still a lot we were not able to cover in one visit.

5.0

Jul 2016

Wonderful!

Wonderful!

Very clean and nice, perfectly updated, great location. Awesome views, really indescribable. Views across the river of Saumur both day and night of town and chateau. We had a great time and would stay here again. Owners very nice and responsive, just a perfect stay!

5.0

Jul 2016

TOP CLASSE !

TOP CLASSE !

Le bateau est enchanteur. Il a du style, un bateau vintage tout neuf avec un aménagement rétro-contemporain. La déco est splendide. J'adore la salle de bains en mosaïque style bains-douches d'autrefois et robinetterie des palaces vintage. Je verrai bien ce bateau dans un magazine de déco. La propriétaire Armelle a un goût très sûr et son mari ( ou compagnon) Georges est très accueillant et aime bien raconter l'histoire de ces bateaux anciens. J'ai découvert ce qu'était un bateau-lavoir. Un très léger mouvement par moment quand une gabarre passe. C'est juste perceptible est agréable. Le flash c'est la vue sur la Loire et le chateau de Saumur. Le matin la lumière est douce et le soir coucher de soleil flamboyant. C'est une région à découvrir quand on vient du Sud J'avais choisi ce séjour pour mon chéri il a et là il m'a dit : top classe!

FAQs

How much does this docked boat cost compared to others in Saumur?

The average price for a rental in Saumur is $184 per night. This rental is $29 above the average.

Is parking included with this docked boat?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at UNUSUAL GORGEOUS TRADITIONAL BOAT FACING THE CHATEAU DE SAUMUR. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this docked boat?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this docked boat. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is UNUSUAL GORGEOUS TRADITIONAL BOAT FACING THE CHATEAU DE SAUMUR pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this docked boat is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at UNUSUAL GORGEOUS TRADITIONAL BOAT FACING THE CHATEAU DE SAUMUR?

We found 4 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, balcony or patio, and dishwasher.

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UNUSUAL GORGEOUS TRADITIONAL BOAT FACING THE CHATEAU DE SAUMUR

Docked boat in Saumur

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UNUSUAL GORGEOUS TRADITIONAL BOAT FACING THE CHATEAU DE SAUMUR

Docked boat in Saumur

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Map of Saumur

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Is parking included with this docked boat?

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Is UNUSUAL GORGEOUS TRADITIONAL BOAT FACING THE CHATEAU DE SAUMUR pet friendly?

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