les description et photos de la location étaient tout à fait conformes à la réalité nous l'avons trouvé en excellent état, très bien équipée, avec un joli ameublement la propriétaire a été très soucieuse de bien nous accueillir et elle nous a mis à disposition documentation, conseils pour les commerces de proximité et guides de la région très récents l'office du tourisme est tout près ainsi que le centre ville qui est superbe à visiter le gite donne sur le jardin de la maison qui se trouve elle même dans une petite rue, nous avons bien eu le calme promis dans l'annonce nous recommandons cette location de très grande qualité avec beaucoup d'enthousiasme

Idéalement situé à moins de cinq minutes à pied de la gare ferroviaire et de la gare routière, l'appartement est particulièrement bien équipé. On se sent bien dans ce grand appartement tout en lumière. C'est un endroit paisible, pourvu d'un beau jardin et à l'abri des bruits de la ville. Nous y avons été accueillis chaleureusement. La magie des lieux nous a fait apprécier Tours et ses habitants plus que toute autre destination dans ce voyage. Nous y reviendrons sûrement!

We stayed in this beautiful 18th century building last year for 2 weeks with our two small children. At the time one was 5 and the other was nearly 2. It was not the Gingko apartment however we are hoping to return there this year as it was such a good experience. The landlady was grand. She spoke English and showed us around and was very straightforward. We stayed in the apartment on the first floor. The building was warm (the weather was dreadful, it bucketed down for most of the 2 weeks so this was very much appreciated), well equipped and everything worked. The walled gardens were just brilliant. They are very large with a big grassy area that meant we could allow our little ones to run around freely. There is also a gazebo with chairs etc and space for barbequing. We didn't get to use the bbq as the weather was too bad. The building itself is well maintained and the front door was a heavy brass and glass affair with a security code so we didn't have any concerns about safety. There was also a buzzer on the gate onto the street. The location is excellent (that is if you like being in the close to the centre of a city). Although we had rented a car for the two weeks, I walked everywhere with the kids. There was a small park close by which was nice for a change from the large garden. It's also only a stones throw from the train station. There is a small SImply supermarket (with a too vigilant security guard) close to the train station. The shops and restaurants in the centre of Tours were easily reached within 15 minutes of walking. There was a general non-stop restaurant in the centre of Tours called Le Relais d'Alsace. Good prices and decent food. I liked how in the centre of Tours that while there were all the usual chain shops that you see in other parts of France (Galleries Lafayette, Douglas, Nocibe, La Grand recre etc), I didn't feel that it was short on individual independent boutiques or shops of several different types (clothes, chocolates, toys). There were several boulongeries, pharmacies and the tourist office within very close walking distance of the apartment. In terms of childcare / babysitting we contacted an agency in Tours we didn't ask the landlady. The landlady was also very helpful when we needed a recommendation for a doctor who spoke English. She knew of one very close to the apartment. I would definitely recommend this to a friend and I hope to stay there again but next time my only hope it is better weather.

"Logement très agréable situé dans un quartier résidentiel près de la gare de Tours. L''appartement est très bien équipé, très propre et calme. L''espace à manger dans la cuisine convient pour 3 personnes mais est un peu juste à partir de 4. Nous avons apprécié l''accueil chaleureux de la propriétaire des lieux. La visite des quartiers d''intérêt de la ville peut se faire à pied à partir de la location. L''accès très rapide à l''autoroute en fait un bon point de départ pour la visite des Châteaux de la Loire. Nouveau service disponible lors de notre venue: une place de parking privée dans un garage souterrain est accessible à 500 m."

"Our experience have been perfect: the apartment is beautiful and fully equiped, very well placed in Tours, near the tourism office , the cathedral, and also near the main output of the city to the main tourist places. It is very quiet with a beautiful garden. We wants to thanks also the kind and wonderful care of the lady that manages the apartment. Apartamento totalmente recomendable en Tours, cerca de la catedral, la oficina de turismo, y la salida a los principales puntos turisticos del Loire. Totalmente equipado y muy tranquilo con un bello jardin. Agradecer a hospitalidad y amabilidad de la propietaria."

"Appartement idéal pour un séjour en Val de Loire, situé dans un quartier tranquille, proche du centre historique de Tours, des axes routiers et de la gare. La propriétaire des lieux est très sympathique et très disponible...nous conseillons vivement cette location."

"Appartement charmant et cosy sous les toits. Beau jardin à partager: un havre de paix au centre ville. Accueil chaleureux. On recommande sans hésitation!"

"The accomodation was excellent, clean, roomy, with every facility. We were within easy walking distance of everything including the station. The surroundings were lovely, and it was a pleasure being there. We would definitely recommend this apartment and the helpful owner."

"Ottima la posizione dell''alloggio, silenzioso e con uno splendido giardino. La sig.a Veronique è gentilissima e parla anche un buon inglese. Ci ha risolto prontamente un problema con la tessera del parcheggio che si era smagnetizzata. Davvero un''ottima base per una visita ai castelli della Loira. L''unico piccolo neo l''aver trovato peli di gatto sul divano e l''avere alcuni pavimenti in corda che ne rendono impossibile la pulizia. Ma il giudizio rimane ottimo."

"Appartamento spazioso in casa d''epoca in pieno centro storico a Tours. Dotato di tutte le attrezzature necessarie e di una bella vista ariosa sul giardino del ginko. Molto gentile la signora Arnaud .Abbiamo trascorso una bella settimana !"

"J'ai passé un agréable séjour dans cette région. L'appartement est très confortable, propre, bien équipé et très éclairé. Il est situé à 5 minutes de la gare, de l'Office du Tourisme et d'une épicerie. La propriétaire est très gentille, serviable et disponible. J'ai beaucoup apprécié les dépliants et les livres touristiques mis à notre disposition à l'appartement. Par ailleurs, il serait intéressant d'avoir à notre porté une liste de numéros d'urgence pour les petits pépins. Bref, j'ai vraiment passé une très belle semaine, je m'y sentais bien et presque chez moi. Je recommande donc chaudement cette location."

"Charming and helpfull owner. Very well stocked kitchen. Daughter lives in Buildings Delightful garden."

"Bien situé, propre et bien meublé, parfait pour un pied à terre à Tours."

"We thoroughly enjoyed our week at this apartment in Tours. It is well located, well equipped and quiet."

"'In the shade of the Ginkgo' was fantastic. The apartment was clean, quiet, pretty and French and the hosts were extremely helpful and friendly. The garden was beautiful, even in early Spring and the location fantastic (very close to the railway station and tourist information). We could not ask for anything more. A great spot to explore the area's chateaus (tip: visit the Blois tourist office for cheap entry tickets and advice on public transport to the chateaus). We had a remarkable stay and will definately return when we can."

CLEAN APPARTMENT WHITH QUIET SURROUNDINGS. I willcomming back:)