Renting a whole villa or house means having the heated pool to yourself, with family or friends. In the Loire Valley, gîtes near the châteaux often heat their pool from May to October, and the towns have a few hotels with indoor pools. Here are the 11 villas and holiday homes I've selected in the Loire Valley, all rated at least 8/10; I particularly recommend Grande maison de campagne de 300 m², Villa M54 Vouvray – piscine et spa and Ancienne ferme – les châteaux de la Loire.
Each city has its own selection, with a page for each type of accommodation.
Places are ranked from highest to lowest rated. The yellow bubble shows the advertised water temperature, when it's known.
11 places shown
The pool. Heated 8 × 5 m pool from 1 June to 15 September, and jacuzzi.
The hot tub. Jacuzzi.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Ask the host about the heating period and the target temperature before you book.
The pool. Pool heated from 1 May to 27 September; spa open all year round.
The hot tub. Spa open year-round.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Outside the heating period, the spa is still available.
The pool. Exclusive-use pool heated from April to October.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Ask the host about the heating period and the target temperature before you book.
The pool. Air-conditioned villa with heated pool and jacuzzi.
The hot tub. Jacuzzi.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Ask the host about the heating period and the target temperature before you book.
The pool. Jacuzzi; one photo in the listing describes the pool as heated.
The hot tub. Jacuzzi.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. This information comes from the listing's photos: get the host to confirm that the pool is covered and heated.
The pool. Private pool heated from 1 May to 15 October.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Ask the host about the heating period and the target temperature before you book.
The pool. Heated, fenced 8 × 4 m pool, from 15 April to 5 October.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Ask the host about the heating period and the target temperature before you book.
The pool. One photo in the listing shows a covered pool.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. This information comes from the listing's photos: get the host to confirm that the pool is covered and heated.
The pool. Country house with an above-ground pool heated from May to October.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Ask the host about the heating period and the target temperature before you book.
The pool. Pool heated from mid-May to mid-October; jacuzzi at extra cost.
The hot tub. Jacuzzi at extra cost.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. With more than 770 reviews, a tried-and-tested address; book the jacuzzi in advance.
The pool. Pool heated from the spring holidays to All Saints' Day.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Ask the host about the heating period and the target temperature before you book.
These places don't have a confirmed heated pool, but they do have a hot tub: the water is hot all year round. A good way to relax in the warm.
The hot tub. Cave dwelling with jacuzzi. No pool.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. The hot tub is the highlight here: check whether it's private and included in the price.
The hot tub. Nordic bath; pool with no details on heating.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. The hot tub is the highlight here: check whether it's private and included in the price.
The hot tub. Nordic bath with jets and jacuzzi; shared pool with no details on heating.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. The hot tub is the highlight here: check whether it's private and included in the price.
The hot tub. Jacuzzi, hammam and sauna. No pool described.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. The hot tub is the highlight here: check whether it's private and included in the price.
These places were suggested to us directly by their owners. The heated pool is declared by them; they don't yet have enough guest reviews to join the selection.
In my selection, the top-rated is Grande maison de campagne de 300 m² (Villa for rent · Airbnb), with 4.98/5 (122 reviews · Airbnb). Next come Villa M54 Vouvray – piscine et spa (4.98/5) and Ancienne ferme – les châteaux de la Loire (4.98/5).
None of the places selected in the Loire Valley clearly advertises a pool heated all year round. At Grande maison de campagne de 300 m², Villa M54 Vouvray – piscine et spa and Ancienne ferme – les châteaux de la Loire, heating is seasonal (1 june to 15 september). La Bergerie – gîte 9 personnes avec piscine has an indoor pool, sheltered from the wind. Either way, ask for the heating dates before you book.
None of the places selected in the Loire Valley gives a precise temperature. Ask the property before booking, especially out of season.
Yes: Grande maison de campagne de 300 m², Villa M54 Vouvray – piscine et spa and Villa Lys – piscine chauffée et jacuzzi also have a hot tub in addition to the heated pool. No confirmed heated pool, but a hot tub: La Roche Tourangelle – habitation troglodyte avec jacuzzi, Domaine de Migny « Les Rosiers » and Domaine Le Pineau.
The word "heated" on a booking page isn't enough. Every place must have a rating of at least 8/10 (or 4/5) and carries one of these four levels.
Guests mention the heated water in their reviews, with the season when they say so.
A journalist or guide who stayed there describes the heated pool.
The hotel or the platform says so, but I haven't yet found a review that confirms it.
Heating isn't specified, but the water is sheltered from the wind and cold air. Ask for the temperature before you book.
I left these out because guests report water colder than advertised, or because no heating or indoor pool is mentioned.
| Place | What the sources say | Rating | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center Parcs Les Hauts de Bruyères | Cottages in the Sologne, indoor and outdoor pools | 6,0/10 | Rating too low (42 Trip.com reviews); one traveller finds the swimming area small and crowded |
| Terres de France – Domaine Val d'Amboise | Pool visible in photos | 6,6/10 | Rating too low (21 Expedia reviews) |
Sources: Trip.com, Staycation (liste), Expedia (liste).
Get it listed in the guide: a listing in four languages and a direct link to your website, for commission-free bookings.
