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Unique cruise of several days with Houseboat on Loire

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Private kitchen
Interior
Aerial view
Reviews
9.0 out of 10 Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Water viewWater viewWater view

Enjoy the area

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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

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

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

Amenities

Kitchen
Water view
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site 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

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 area

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 activities can be experienced at Ile d'Or Golf Club and Landron Chartier Vigneron. Zoo de La Boissière du Doré and Parc de l'Arche are also worth visiting. 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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Mauges-sur-Loire, Maine-et-Loire

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
  • Chateau d'Angers - 34 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.

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Amenities

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Property conditions & facilities

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Communication

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8/10 Good

eric

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

10/10 Excellent

Josef

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Fabien ROLLET

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Languages:

English, French
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