Château de Noirieux
Hotel and restaurant in the country
This elegant château, framed by luxuriant foliage and rhododendron bushes, offers picturesque views across the river Loir. After strolling through the winter garden or reclining in front of an elegant fireplace in the lounge, retire to a sumptuous Louis XIII or Regency guest room hung with superb works of art. Savour refined seasonal dishes accompanied by fine wines and exceptional vintages from the Loire region. ...Read more
France, Briollay (Loire Valley)

Château de Marçay
Hotel and restaurant in the country
The twin towers of this magnificent XVth century château, which lies near Chinon where Joan of Arc met King Charles VII, soar above a landscape that once enchanted François Rabelais. The château’s tastefully decorated rooms, which blend wood panelling, sumptuous materials and period furniture, also offer every modern comfort. The refined cuisine is enhanced by an excellent selection of fine wines and Loire vintages. ...Read more
France, Marçay-Chinon (Loire Valley)

Les Hautes Roches
Hotel and restaurant on a big river
On the banks of the Loire river, the last wild river of Europe and in the heart of the Vouvray vineyards, this former monastery is a symbol of the Val de Loire style with its troglodyte rooms. The lounges and dining rooms are located in this charming XVIIIth century castle with its tuff walls. Enjoy the cuisine with its savoury fish dishes and fine regional wines, served in summer on the terrace overlooking the river. ...Read more
France, Rochecorbon (Loire Valley)

Château de Noizay
Hotel and restaurant in a village
This elegant XVIth century residence, in the heart of the Loire châteaux and the Vouvray vineyards, was used as a refuge by the Protestants during the Amboise conspiracy in 1560. Adorned with authentic period furniture, the 19 rooms, salon, library and dining rooms are all elegant settings enhanced by gourmet cuisine paired with delicious wines from the Touraine region. The Château welcomes you and invites you to stroll around its shady French park with century-old trees. ...Read more
France, Noizay (Loire Valley)

Domaine des Hauts de Loire
Restaurant ‘Relais Gourmand’ and hotel in a park
This magnificent hunting lodge, built in 1860 by the famous publisher Panckoucke, is secluded in tranquil parkland. Relish the calm of a cosy guestroom with painted beams, then savour exquisite gourmet delicacies such as «salade d’anguille croustillante à la vinaigrette d’échalote» or «pigeonneau du Vendômois au jus de presse», accompanied by superb local wines. Visit the Loire valley by hot-air balloon or helicopter. ...Read more
France, Onzain (Loire Valley)

Bernard Robin – Le Relais
Restaurant ‘Relais Gourmand’ in a village
Bernard Robin has chosen to showcase his culinary creations in this picturesque residence near the Loire châteaux. Robin’s «le noir et blanc maugé de sole au caviar, fine gaufre de pommes de terre» and «géline de Touraine rôtie à la broche et truffée sous la peau» are veritable masterpieces, while the «lièvre à la royale» is simply sublime. The cellar is a treasure trove of local vintages, the service is impeccable and the hospitality unparalleled. ...Read more
France, Bracieux (Loire Valley)

Grand Hôtel du Lion d'Or
Restaurant ‘Relais Gourmand’ and hotel in town
This beautiful Renaissance manor is a perfect illustration of French art de vivre. Didier Clément, one of the great chefs of his generation, creates gourmet dishes of high culinary delight using forgotten products with names like: «rocambole», «graine de paradis», «angélique»... Rare and subtle dishes accompanied by superb Loire wines. Exquisitely decorated rooms and lounges around a patio full of serenity. ...Read more
France, Romorantin-Lanthenay (Loire Valley)

Château de Curzay
Hotel and restaurant in a park
Built in 1710, the Château de Curzay is set in the heart of an immense parkland on the banks of a river. The individually decorated rooms, the terrace with its majestic cedars, the pool in the shade of the XIIth century towers and the light, innovative cuisine offer you a haven of calm and serenity and a superb culinary experience. Horseback riding classes on site. Golf, Futuroscope and the Poitevin marsh nearby. ...Read more
France, Curzay-sur-Vonne (Loire Valley)

Prieuré d'Orsan
Hotel and restaurant in a park
In the region of George Sand, in the heart of Berry, an unusual setting full of history and poetry, saved from oblivion by the renaissance of medieval-style gardens: vine alleys, medicinal herb gardens, orchard labyrinth, rose garden. The delightful rooms are a natural continuation. A haven of peace and beauty without telephones or TV sets. Tamed nature imposes its rhythm and the orchard and kitchen gardens supply the ingredients for the cuisine. ...Read more
France, Maisonnais (Loire Valley)