Tours, France
Platinum
Member since
2014| Exchange dates | Duration |
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| April 09, 2022 - September 25, 2025 | 2 weeks |
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Duration is flexible as we are both retired. |
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Nice house near the world famous Place Plumereau
XIXth century house, very nice and comfortable located in a very quiet neighbourhood.
One large kitchen and living-room with a fireplace, three bedrooms, on with a Queen size, two bathrooms and a study + a laundry and a cellar. it is fully equipped. There is also a nice terrace outside with trees and plants and a barbecue!
Our house is a short walk from the world famous Place Plumereau, located in the oldest part of Tours. It is also quite near from the town center and all the most interesting places in Tours. Tours is very central to visit the magnificient Renaissance castles or the Clos Lucé where Leonardo Da Vinci lived and died. The Val de Loire has been included on the UNESCO list of World Heritage sites. You will admire magnificient landscapes with rare birds and plants, enjoy good food and good wines. It is a region of vineyards : Chinon, Vouvray, Saumur Champigny. In summer, there is also the International Garden Festival in Chaumont.( http://www.domaine-chaumont.fr/en_festival_festival), you can also fancy in trip in Montgolfière (balloon)
Our Family
- 2 Adults
- 0 Children
- 16 Exchanges made
Occupation
- Jean, Retired teacher
- Marie-Laure, Teacher
Our Home
- House Type: House
- Environment: In the city
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Sleeping Capacity: 5
References
In my house
- Pets - Not allowed
- Small children - Allowed
Exchange Types
- Home exchange
Indoor
- Free internet access
- Central heating
- Fireplace
- Baby equipment
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Clothes dryer
- Television
Outdoor
- Terrace or deck
- BBQ
- Garage / private parking
- Bicycles: 2
Facilities
- No smoking
- Use/Exchange of car
Our Destination Wish List
- Open to any destination
Spoken Languages
- English
- Français
Our Neighbourhood
Nearest Airport: TOURS -
Our house is a short walk from the Vieux Tours and the attractive spots in Tours. It is ideally located to visit the Loire Valley castles, the vineyards, go for the ride along the river Loire (La Loire à vélo).
The Loire River valley is called the cradle of the French language and the Garden of France. It is one of the Unesco’s World Heritage Sites. It is one hour train from Paris. You will definitely enjoy your stay in Tours: Great food! Great wine! Lots of interesting places! Very sunny in summer!
Occupation
- Jean, Retired teacher
- Marie-Laure, Teacher
Children
- No children will be traveling with us.
Pets
- We do not have pets.
References
This member has completed 16 home exchanges. Those referenced below may contain feedback/impression from its exchange partners:
Sterrebeek, Belgium
BE030Comfortable, clean and lovely house, a 5 minute walk from the city centre, pubs, restaurants and Les Halles with great food shops. Perfect base for exploring the Loire region and its many castles. Ideal for cycling: La Loire en vélo. Very pleasant people who made us feel very welcome. Tours is a very pleasant city with beautiful historic centre.
