Featured Holiday Rentals in Eure-et-Loire
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Featured Holiday Rentals Eure-et-Loire
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Holiday Rentals in Eure-et-Loire - A Guide to Eure-et-Loire
If you are thinking of a holiday rental in Eure-et-Loir, you will know that it is situated in the lush countryside of The Loire Valley. It is predominantly rich in history and architecture. The chateaux Eure-et-Loir are on epic proportions, the wine is sublime and Chartres Cathedral is the greatest Gothic example in Europe.
It is situated to the south west of Paris and is within easy distance of the UK. If you are thinking of driving to your Eure-et Loir holiday rental then simply take the A11 from Paris or drive south from the ferry ports of La Havre, Dieppe and Calais. Calais is also where you could depart from the Channel Tunnel or if you are travelling on the Eurostar then depart the train in Paris.
However, if you prefer to fly, then Charles de Gaulle and Orly airport in Paris have daily direct flights from the UK. Both have flights using airlines such as British Airways and low cost airlines such as Ryanair and Easyjet. With an area of nearly 6000 kilometres to explore, it is advisable to hire a car (Make sure you read our top tips for getting the cheapest car hire in France) or drive in order to make the most of your Eure-et-Loir holiday rental.
Types of Holiday Rentals in Eure-et-Loire
There is a variety of property to rent in Eure-et-Loir, but the region mostly offers chateaux, houses to rent in Eure-et-Loir and cottages within rural areas. Since the whole area is famous for its opulent chateaux, why not indulge yourself and look for a chateau to rent in Eure-et-Loir.
One such property is Chateau de Neuval – an immaculately restored chateau, steeped in history. Set in stunning parkland, it sleeps up to 12 people and boasts a heated pool, four-poster beds and grand fireplaces. This would be a great place to base yourself whilst you explore the area and between 12 people it becomes very reasonable.
If you prefer something on the more intimate side then how about a cottage to rent in Eure-et-Loir. Gite Bercheres St Germain sleeps 4 people and is only 10km from Chatres. No matter what your budget is, there is something for everyone within this historic area.
Eure-et-Loire Useful Information
Eure-et-Loir gets in name from the rivers Eure and Loir, which run through the departement. The Eure runs northward towards Chatres and the Loir flows south through Chateadun. It is made up of 4 arrondissements, 29 cantons and 403 communes, and Chatres is the capital.
It is home to a magnificent Cathedral, famous mainly for its world-renowned stained glass. Donated in the early 13th Century, over 150 windows illustrate biblical life and daily life of the people who lived at the time. The windows were dismantled during both World Wars for safety and have since been restored. The city is also one of the first urban conservation centres – with quirky half-timbered houses, cobbled streets and stone bridges.
Nature surrounds your holiday rental in Eure-et-Loir. Why not enjoy hiking, horse-riding and cycling in the gently rolling hills or maybe have a round of golf under the arches of the Maintenon aqueduct. The rivers are also plentiful for fishing and learning kayaking skills. Truly an area with something for everyone to enjoy.