Restaurant Richard et Christopher Coutanceau
Restaurant ‘Relais Gourmand’ on the seafront
The cuisine of Richard and Christopher Coutanceau, imbued with the light of the open sea and the perfume of the ocean, will reveal contrasting flavours to you, the subtle testimony of culinary delights whose creativity and delicacy are dedicated to the sea. Other tides will carry you to the crest of the wave with the help of our sommelier and delicious dishes like «civet gourmand de homard étuvé dans un beurre de crustacés et sa raviole de champignons». ...Read more
France, La Rochelle (The Greater South West)

L’Hôtel de Toiras
Hotel and restaurant in a village
In the harbour of Saint-Martin, a former XVIIth century ship-owner’s residence, linked to a second building by an interior garden, has been converted into a delightful property. History is given pride of place in its furnishings and decor. It boasts an intimate yet elegant atmosphere imbued with warm hospitality. The cuisine features the best sea produce including the fish chosen by the guests at the fishmongers. ...Read more
France, Saint-Martin-de-Ré (The Greater South West)

Le Richelieu
Hotel and restaurant on the seafront
The sea stretches as far as the eye can see beyond the terrace and large lawn. Le Richelieu, named after the Cardinal who resisted the threat of the French Protestants, is sheltered by La Flotte-en-Ré harbour jetty. Nestling between green vegetation and the sea, small white houses offer relaxation in a refined, gentle, luminous setting. Thalassotherapy facilities on the premises. ...Read more
France, La Flotte-en-Ré (The Greater South West)

Château de Mirambeau
Hotel and restaurant in the country
In a village, between the Saintonge and Gironde region, half-way between the vineyards of Cognac and Bordeaux, the elegant, Renaissance-style Château de Mirambeau enjoys a wonderful setting. On the garden side: a magnificent park. On the courtyard side: utterly charming interiors with shimmering colours, materials and light. It offers the ultimate in comfort and charm, with loads to explore. Tasty, local cuisine! ...Read more
France, Mirambeau (The Greater South West)

La Chapelle Saint-Martin
Hotel and restaurant in the country
Just minutes from the ceramic capital of Limoges, come and discover this former private residence in a vast park with centuryold trees. The lovely view of the ponds endows the rooms with pastoral light. You will appreciate the spacious lounges and the dining rooms decorated with old paintings. In the heartland of porcelain, you will savour «milk-fed veal» harmoniously paired with a fine selection of great Bordeaux wines and vintages. ...Read more
France, Nieul (The Greater South West)

Au Moulin de la Gorce
Hotel and restaurant in the country
Pastoral calm, bucolic charm, fishing... no wonder the writer Jean Giraudoux cherished this part of the countryside. Enjoy an idyllic stay in one of the charming rooms, each named after a flower. The cuisine is like the property: warm, full or character and rich in bourgeois tradition: «œufs brouillés aux truffes», «lièvre “à la royale”». Excellent wine list. ...Read more
France, La Roche-l’Abeille (The Greater South West)

Moulin de l'Abbaye
Hotel and restaurant in a village
The romantic market town, Brantôme, truly deserves its accolade of the Venice of Périgord. It was also home to the abbot of the same name, the author of the book Vies des Dames Galantes. Along the river the Moulin, the Maison du Meunier and the Maison de l’Abbé guarantee a stay steeped in history, full of charm and freshness. All the rooms are air-conditioned and stylishly decorated. The restaurant and terrace offer spectacular views of the right-angled bridge (XVI century), the Benedictine abbey and the oldest bell tower in France (XI century). The cuisine features delicious Dordogne produce. ...Read more
France, Brantôme-en-Périgord (The Greater South West)

Château de Castel-Novel
Hotel and restaurant in the country
How could you fail to be enchanted by this elegant XVth century «castel»? The French writer Colette once fell under its spell and moved in as lady of the manor. And when you experience the comfort and tranquil charm of the guest rooms and the idyllic park, you’ll understand why. Fresh regional produce is the basis for the elegant, inventive and generous cuisine. Excellent Cahors and Bergerac wines and a selection of bordeaux vintages. ...Read more
France, Varetz (The Greater South West)

Château de la Treyne
Hotel and restaurant in the country
This château (built in the XIV and XVII centuries), overlooking the river Dordogne, combines charm with elegance. The Gombert family takes the art of fine living to new heights: discreetly luxurious rooms, breakfast under century-old cedars, generous regional cuisine in the Grand Salon Louis XIII or on the terrace with a view of the river. The French-style garden extends into a 120 ha forest. Calm, intimacy and pleasure are guaranteed. ...Read more
France, Lacave (The Greater South West)

Le Vieux Logis
Hotel and restaurant in a village
Henry Miller was so enchanted by this XVIIth century Carthusian monastery of Perigord that he came to spend a week and ended up staying a month. You’ll understand why when you discover this idyllic haven filled with birdsong and the babbling of the garden brook. Seasonal cuisine in the former tobacco-drying room or under the linden trees. Regional restaurant at the «Bistrot d’en face». ...Read more
France, Trémolat (The Greater South West)