Troglodyte guest room in Amboise
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Amboise is well worth a troglo room!
Knowing how to seize an opportunity, a motto beautifully illustrated by the journey of Alexis and Lotte, a young couple welcoming us to their home in a small village perched on the banks of the Loire opposite Amboise.
For while it all began with a bit of luck, they needed courage to bring this project to fruition: transforming a troglodyte cave into a cozy nest carved into the white rock.
By purchasing at auction this cave that once belonged to a great-aunt, Alexis became the proud owner of a place where everything had to be done.
Starting with emptying it—imagine 25 years of accumulation—reinforcing the structure carved into the rock, digging sewage and electricity channels, installing plumbing...
Young and without solid finances, the couple couldn't find a bank to finance their project; so for three years they worked in a family restaurant in the region, saved the necessary amount, and then undertook the work themselves. A year of construction (the photos on their Facebook page speak for themselves) and here is the result: a chic, cozy troglo house with classic and period furniture and a beautiful room with an open bathroom reserved for guests from all over the world fascinated by the quaint charm and tranquility inspired by this home, the troglos, the castles, Leonardo da Vinci's Clos Lucé.
With its three troglo rooms full of charm, here is a wonderful base for exploring the lovely town of Amboise (two hours from Paris by TGV).
Knowing how to seize an opportunity, a motto beautifully illustrated by the journey of Alexis and Lotte, a young couple welcoming us to their home in a small village perched on the banks of the Loire opposite Amboise.
For while it all began with a bit of luck, they needed courage to bring this project to fruition: transforming a troglodyte cave into a cozy nest carved into the white rock.
By purchasing at auction this cave that once belonged to a great-aunt, Alexis became the proud owner of a place where everything had to be done.
Starting with emptying it—imagine 25 years of accumulation—reinforcing the structure carved into the rock, digging sewage and electricity channels, installing plumbing...
Young and without solid finances, the couple couldn't find a bank to finance their project; so for three years they worked in a family restaurant in the region, saved the necessary amount, and then undertook the work themselves. A year of construction (the photos on their Facebook page speak for themselves) and here is the result: a chic, cozy troglo house with classic and period furniture and a beautiful room with an open bathroom reserved for guests from all over the world fascinated by the quaint charm and tranquility inspired by this home, the troglos, the castles, Leonardo da Vinci's Clos Lucé.
With its three troglo rooms full of charm, here is a wonderful base for exploring the lovely town of Amboise (two hours from Paris by TGV).
Amboise Troglodyte - Chez Hélène
19, bis rue Camille Breton
37530 Nazelles-Négron, France
Tel : +33 (0)6 68 65 38 82
From 101 EUR19, bis rue Camille Breton
37530 Nazelles-Négron, France
Tel : +33 (0)6 68 65 38 82
Pricing details
Rates 2021, a night in a spacious troglo room for two with an open bathroom (bathrobe, bathtub, hairdryer). Heating, private and independent restroom. Breakfast included, served in the room or on the terrace.3 rooms are available, which one will you choose?
Troglo room, €101 per night for two (25m2)
Deluxe Studio, €105 per night for two (35m2).
Troglo Apartment, €248 per night for two (minimum 2 nights, max capacity 4 people)
Free wi-fi connection, television, kettle for tea and coffee in the room at any time.
Lunch or dinner on-site upon reservation.
Bicycle rental available on-site, shuttle service, and free parking.
Note: All prices are provided for informational purposes only and must be confirmed directly with the establishment.
Comments
3 km from Amboise, on the Loire à Vélo route.Amboise station accessible in 2 hours from Paris Austerlitz, Tours TGV station accessible via Paris Montparnasse.
