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Château de Boumois
approx. 1.5 km
A château built around 1520 for René de Thory at Saint-Martin-de-la-Place. It replaced a 13th-century fortress, 500 m further south, that was ruined in the Hundred Years’ War.
Château at Gennes-Val-de-Loire: a stay near Saumur with Loire views
This château in the new commune of Gennes-Val-de-Loire, about ten kilometres from Saumur, is offered by Expedia as a large holiday house with views of the Loire, a tennis court, a garden and a playground. Seven bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen and fireplaces make it a place designed for families and groups, in the heart of the Loire Valley.
At a glance
- Location
- Gennes-Val-de-Loire, Maine-et-Loire (Pays de la Loire), in Anjou, about 6 km as the crow flies from Saumur
- Accommodation
- Château let as a large holiday house with Loire views and tennis, according to the listing title; the exact château is not named
- Highlights
- Tennis court, garden with barbecue, playground, games room, billiards, table tennis, fully equipped kitchen, fireplaces, 7 bathrooms, free Wi-Fi
- Guest rating
- 10/10 from 14 reviews on Expedia (as of 14 Oct 2026)
- Check-in & check-out
- Check-in from 5 pm · check-out at 10 am
- Good to know
- One pet allowed (up to 25 kg) · family celebrations possible for up to 15 people · no lift · breakfast available at extra cost
Staying in a château at Gennes-Val-de-Loire: a large holiday house facing the Loire
To stay in this château at Gennes-Val-de-Loire is to enjoy a whole house rather than a hotel room. The Expedia listing, titled “château near Saumur with Loire views, large holiday house, tennis”, highlights a setting designed for families: a garden, a children’s playground, a games room with arcade games, billiards, table tennis, books and board games.
On the comfort side, the rooms have free Wi-Fi, fireplaces and a separate dining area; the seven bathrooms are equipped with showers, hairdryers, towels and toiletries. The kitchen has a dishwasher, oven, hob, microwave, fridge, kettle, toaster and blender. A living room with a smart TV and DVD player completes the picture.
Outside, a garden with outdoor furniture and a barbecue, a tennis court and a playground extend the stay. Breakfast can be served for an extra charge, and bed linen is provided. The listing also mentions several environmental measures: partly LED lighting, composting, recycling and information about local nature and culture.
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The Loire Valley around Gennes-Val-de-Loire: a little history
- 4th century – By tradition, the monastery of Cunault is founded by Saint Maxenceul, a disciple of Saint Martin of Tours.
- 845 – The monastery of Cunault is given to the monks of Saint Philibert, who are fleeing Viking raids.
- 13th century – First fortress at Boumois, later ruined by the English during the Hundred Years’ War.
- 15th century – The Trèves keep, a tall tower with machicolations, is rebuilt by Robert Le Maçon.
- c. 1520 – René de Thory has the Château de Boumois built, sheltered by the Loire levee; the dovecote dates from 1524.
- 1862 – The Château de Saumur is listed as a historic monument.
- 2016 – Five former communes, including Gennes and Chênehutte-Trèves-Cunault, form the new commune of Gennes-Val-de-Loire, enlarged in 2018.
The sources consulted do not allow the château in the listing to be identified with certainty: the listing does not give its name and no article describes it. This page therefore presents the house as Expedia describes it and tells the story of its neighbours rather than its own.
The area is nonetheless rich in heritage: the Romanesque church of Cunault, the Trèves tower, the Manoir de Grissay, the Château de Boumois less than 2 km away, and further afield Saumur, Montsoreau and Fontevraud, in the heart of the UNESCO-listed Loire Valley.
Facilities and services at this château in Gennes-Val-de-Loire
The details below come from the Expedia listing (as of 14 Oct 2026); they may vary from room to room.
Rooms & bathrooms
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms
- Fireplaces and separate dining area
- 7 bathrooms with shower
- Hairdryer, towels, soap and shampoo
- Desk and desk chair
- Bed linen provided
Kitchen & living area
- Equipped kitchen: oven, hob, microwave, dishwasher
- Fridge, kettle, toaster, blender
- Crockery, cooking utensils and spices
- Smart TV and DVD player
- Breakfast available at extra cost
Outdoors & leisure
- Tennis court
- Garden, barbecue and outdoor furniture
- Children’s playground
- Games room, billiards, table tennis, board games
Accessibility & safety
- On-site parking, including 4 accessible spaces
- Step-free entrance, handrails on the stairs
- Upper floors by stairs only, no lift
- Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguisher, first-aid kit
Where to find it at Gennes-Val-de-Loire: on the Loire between Saumur and Angers
The house stands in the new commune of Gennes-Val-de-Loire, in Anjou, about 6 km as the crow flies from Saumur. The village of Gennes is about 8 km away, while Saint-Martin-de-la-Place and Chênehutte-Trèves-Cunault, two former communes of the area, are about 2 km away. Parking is available on site.
Expedia lists the Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Nature Park about 3 km away, and a mushroom museum less than 5 km away. Close to the house, the Château de Boumois, the Trèves tower and the church of Cunault are a few minutes’ drive.
Further afield, Saumur, Montsoreau and Fontevraud Abbey are 6 to 20 km away, and Chinon and Angers about thirty kilometres.
Distances (as the crow flies from Gennes-Val-de-Loire)
| Château de Boumois | approx. 1.5 km |
| Saint-Martin-de-la-Place | approx. 2 km |
| Tour de Trèves | approx. 4.5 km |
| Cunault church | approx. 5.5 km |
| Saumur | approx. 6.5 km |
| Gennes (village) | approx. 8.5 km |
| Le Thoureil | approx. 13 km |
| Château de Montsoreau | approx. 18 km |
| Fontevraud Abbey | approx. 19 km |
| Chinon | approx. 32 km |
Distances are calculated as the crow flies from the listing’s coordinates.
What to see around Gennes-Val-de-Loire
Notre-Dame de Cunault church
approx. 5.5 km
A priory church beside the Loire and a masterpiece of Anjou Romanesque architecture. The monastery was given in 845 to the monks of Saint Philibert, who were fleeing Viking raids.
Château de Saumur
approx. 7 km
A château overlooking the confluence of the Loire and the Thouet, listed as a historic monument in 1862. It is part of the Loire Valley UNESCO World Heritage site.
Château de Montsoreau
approx. 18 km
A Gothic and Renaissance château on a rocky promontory where the Loire meets the Vienne. Immortalised by Alexandre Dumas and Turner, it now houses a contemporary art museum.
Royal Abbey of Fontevraud
approx. 19 km
An abbey founded in 1101 by Robert d’Arbrissel, one of the largest monastic complexes in Europe. The counts of Anjou, then the Plantagenets, gave it their protection.
Chinon Castle
approx. 32 km
A fortress made up of three castles: the Fort du Coudray, the Château du Milieu and the Fort Saint-Georges. It overlooks the Vienne in the Indre-et-Loire.
Tours & activities near Château à Gennes-Val-de-Loire
Experiences in the region that you can book online with Viator:
Full Day Wine Tour in Vouvray and Chinon with LUNCH at the winery
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Vineyard cycle tours in and around Chinon, in the Loire Valley
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Wine Tasting with the Winemaker at Domaine Beaumont Distré-Saumur
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Loire Valley Wine Tour in Chinon & Bourgueil
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From Vine to Wine at Domaine Beaumont Distré-Saumur
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E-bike Cycling and Wine in Saumur France
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Initiation Workshop to the Distillation of Gin near Saumur
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Private Half Day Tour Check-out from Chinon
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Who is a château at Gennes-Val-de-Loire for?
Families with children
A garden, playground, games room with arcade, table tennis and tennis: plenty to keep children busy without leaving the grounds.
Groups of friends
Seven bathrooms, an equipped kitchen and a spacious living area suit a big table. Celebrations are possible for up to 15 people.
Loire Valley fans
Boumois, Cunault, Saumur, Montsoreau and Fontevraud are easy to reach from the house, between 1 and 20 km away.
Long stays
According to the listing, long-term guests are welcome, and the equipped kitchen makes an extended stay easier.
Good to know before booking this château at Gennes-Val-de-Loire
- Check-in is from 5 pm; check-out is at 10 am.
- One pet is allowed (up to 25 kg).
- Parties and events (birthdays, family meals) are possible for up to 15 people.
- Housekeeping during the stay is on request; breakfast is available for an extra charge.
- Upper floors are reached by stairs only; there is no lift. For special accessibility needs, contact the property through the booking confirmation.
- On arrival, photo ID and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be requested; extra charges may apply for additional guests.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you stay overnight in this château at Gennes-Val-de-Loire?
Yes, it can be booked on Expedia as a large holiday house described as a château with Loire views near Saumur. The exact château is not named in the listing.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, according to Expedia: one pet is allowed, with a maximum weight of 25 kg.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 5 pm and check-out is at 10 am.
Can you hold a family celebration?
Yes: the listing allows parties and events, including birthdays and family gatherings, for up to 15 people.
Is there parking and a tennis court?
Yes, the listing mentions on-site parking (including 4 accessible spaces) and a tennis court.
What is there to see near Gennes-Val-de-Loire?
The Château de Boumois is about 1.5 km away, the church of Cunault 6 km, Saumur about ten, and Montsoreau and Fontevraud about twenty kilometres.
Photos, guest reviews and available dates are all in the Gennes-Val-de-Loire château listing on Expedia.
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