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On the sand dunes, facing the charming port of La Gravette, Anne de Bretagne is a contemporary villa, perfectly placed to enjoy the best of Brittany. There are breath-taking views over the ocean from the suites and the Italian-style terraces. In the excellent restaurant, Mathieu Guibert’s cuisine is inventive with a touch of the sea, in perfect harmony with the wines selected by Michèle Vételé, a highly-recognised sommelier. In season, you can try wild clams with shredded leek. Fish and shellfish create a perfect match: “slow-cooked” line-caught sea bass is served with a sardine concassé, a string of winkles and a sea lettuce emulsion.

Anne de Bretagne

Restaurant and hotel on the seafront.

Back in 1954 the Dépée family turned this former post house into one of the first Relais & Châteaux properties. Charming and tranquil, this top culinary destination is surrounded by Loire châteaux and the vineyards of Sancerre and Pouilly. Experience the rare pleasure of sleeping under a thatched roof, and allow yourself to be seduced by the cuisine of the chef in the restaurant, looking out on century-old oak trees. On the menu is a magical ravioli of wild mushrooms and velouté with a truffle jus, and John Dory in a La Ratte potato crust and sweet red onion sauce. This delicious food is complemented by wine from the highly acclaimed cellar.

Auberge des Templiers

La Table des Templiers

Restaurant and hotel in the country.

The Auberge, nestled in the Domaine de Chantilly, between the château gardens and the Grandes Écuries, takes its name from what was the Jeu de Paume, which now displays the monumental paintings from the Condé Museum. Its sober lines and elegant appointments, designed by Le Nôtre and Mansart, echo a very particular French-style art de vivre. Its restaurant, Le Jardin d'Hiver, serves inventive traditional cuisine, and the libraries and the open fire at the bar create a truly warm and welcoming atmosphere. The spa’s subtle lighting and coloured mosaics add the finishing touches to this perfect hideaway, just a few kilometres from Paris.

Auberge du Jeu de Paume

Le Jardin d'Hiver

Hotel and restaurant in a park.

In the heart of the Basque coast, in Anglet, Brindos Lac & Château majestically sprawls across the shores of one of the largest private lakes in France. Imbued with Hispano-Moresque charm, this exceptional hotel, close to Biarritz, offers guests a fascinating immersion into this mythical setting located between the Atlantic Ocean and the Basque hinterland. Its 39 rooms and suites, which elegantly incorporate elements and furniture from regional artists and craftsmen, provide the ultimate sense of relaxation. And for a stay unlike any other, its ten floating lodges on the lake offer guests the added pleasure of unparalleled intimacy. Nestled amidst a lush backdrop, its vast spa, featuring Gemology products and treatments, is a unique and magical interlude to any stay. An ambassador of fine living, the restaurant is deeply rooted in its strong cultural heritage and proudly promotes its Basque identity with a cuisine in which the chef expertly showcases the treasures offered by the land and sea. From gustatory delights to long walks that are both exhilarating and relaxing, and through the discovery of the land and its ancestral traditions, Brindos Lac & Château is a truly enchanted kingdom in which a thousand mesmerising experiences await you.

Brindos Lac & Château

Restaurant de Brindos, Lac & Château

Hotel and restaurant on a lake.

Formerly a smuggling port and refuge, Roscoff has remained a unique destination, with its waves of emerald, granite cottages and manor houses nestled amongst the cliffs. This hideaway is an ancient trader’s property with a swimming pool, spa and direct access to the beach. The chef will treat you to an exceptional quality of fish and seafood, directly sourced from the local fishermen. His cuisine is a reflection of modern Brittany; it is a real pleasure to see, to feel, to taste! A 15 minutes boat trip is all that is needed to discover the island of Batz, a “tropical” pearl with palm trees and beaches of fine sand that has been magically misplaced in the English Channel.

Brittany & Spa

Nori

Hotel and restaurant on the seafront.

Located between the estuary and the beaches of the Atlantic, this classic Gironde charterhouse is a lively place where the Cazes family cultivates the discreet charm and warm elegance of a home surrounded by vineyards and adorned with the works of contemporary artists. The wine list, with more than 1,800 vintages, includes Bordeaux Grands Crus such as the renowned Château Lynch-Bages, which has been with the family since 1939. During a winemaking session, assemble your own wine and start tasting. A few steps away, the village of Bages is an essential stop on the Bordeaux wine route, where you can wander at your leisure and truly experience art de vivre!

Château Cordeillan-Bages

Café Lavinal

Restaurant and hotel in a vineyard.

Legend has it that Jean Cocteau designed the staircase of the Château de Courcelles... Regardless of whether it is true, this rumour speaks volumes about the attention to detail in this palace where Jean-Jacques Rousseau once liked to stroll in the French garden and French literary figures Racine, La Fontaine and Dumas stayed between Paris, the Aisne and the Champagne. Which now famous pages did they write here? This can be contemplated while strolling through the magnificent grounds, swimming in the pool, playing a round of golf, or a game of tennis, and dining like royalty, discovering the best local products and excellent Champagnes.

Château de Courcelles

La Table de Courcelles

Hotel and restaurant in the country.

Just a few miles from Aix-en-Provence, Château de Fonscolombe is an elegant, 18th-century national monument, located within extensive parkland, that epitomizes the Provencal art of living. This former family home, with its ochre-colored, Italianate charm, sits on a 123-acre estate that includes its own vineyards. The wines it produces complement the cuisine, with dishes inspired by the daily harvest from the sun-drenched, organic vegetable garden, paired with produce from local artisans. The chef blends the terroir with culinary creativity to truly showcase the region, to the delight of gourmets. Ideal for family vacations, the estate offers spacious rooms and features a children's swimming pool. With numerous activities on site and even more available nearby, it makes for an inspired getaway that’s true to the spirit of the south: free-spirited, sunny and convivial.

Château de Fonscolombe

La Table de L’Orangerie

The towers of this château are so close to the river that it feels as if they are floating on it. Located between the Lot, known as the “land of marvels”, and the Dordogne, home to more than one thousand châteaux, the Château de la Treyne is the ideal base from which to set off and explore this fascinating region. The Chef adapts the cuisine of the terroir, based on foie gras or lamb from the Causses du Quercy nature park. A delicious dinner can be enjoyed in the Grand Louis XIII Salon, or on the terrace overlooking the Dordogne. Breathe in pure, fresh air and look around wide-eyed to take in this extraordinary setting.

Château de la Treyne

Hotel and restaurant on a river.

A former summer residence of the Count-Bishops of Cahors, and a true haven of peace in Occitanie, Château de Mercuès has presided over the Lot Valley since the 13th century. Its majestic keep and turrets, built on a rocky outcrop, now house guest rooms that offer breathtaking views of the estate's vineyards. No two the same, each space highlights the building's unique character, with stone walls and exposed beams featuring in one direction, and antique tapestries or parquet floors in another. The cuisine, too, celebrates the property’s rich heritage. It tells the story of Occitan terroir through a gourmet, seasonal menu, made with locally sourced, sustainable ingredients. Dishes are designed to pair with the renowned, velvety Malbecs of Château de Mercuès, so emblematic of the Cahors appellation. Walks in the surrounding countryside, wine tastings–and conversations with the winemakers themselves–will transport you to the heart of Malbec art de vivre.

Château de Mercuès

La Table de Mercuès

Hotel and restaurant in a vineyard.

In an unspoilt valley in French Catalonia, looking out at the snow-topped mount Canigou, you will find the Château de Riell, perched among parasol pines and oleander trees. This hotel is made for hedonists, with its baroque interiors and a restaurant whose highlights are local and respectful of nature. Sports enthusiasts can choose from the huge range of outdoor activities against a backdrop of breathtaking scenery and the open-air pool set on the castle’s ramparts. Discerning gentlemen travellers will be impressed by the ambiance of the Out of Africa bar and the dacha, where you can sit and read or enjoy breakfast. A splendid escape in Romanesque Roussillon.

Château de Riell

Restaurant Òliba

It is in Bommes, in southwestern France, where the Hôtel & Restaurant LALIQUE at Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey upholds an art de vivre of unparalleled refinement. In harmony with the Gironde, a region enriched with a terroir of infinite treasures, this exceptional hotel reveals itself through an unprecedented symbiosis of worlds: Sauternes wine, crystal, gastronomy and hospitality. Located less than an hour from Bordeaux, the hotel boasts ten luxurious rooms and three suites of rare elegance that offer spectacular views over the estate’s vineyards. Enthusiasts and wine lovers alike flock here to celebrate the wonders of oenology with family and friends, pampered by the house’s wine specialists. These same connoisseurs welcome you to the gastronomic restaurant, where the decorative splendour and brilliance of the setting and service are matched only by the bewitching cuisine of renowned chef Jérôme Schilling. Hallmarks of the Hôtel & Restaurant LALIQUE at Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey, a stay here is one of peacefulness, intimacy, epicureanism and a sense of sharing.

Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey Hôtel & Restaurant LALIQUE

Restaurant LALIQUE

A true marvel of the Loire Valley, situated between Tours and Amboise, Château Louise de La Vallière is an invitation to indulge in the delights of the senses and times of yore. The château’s owners have created a world immersed in the age of Louis XIV and thus in the history of France, both culturally and in terms of the building’s architectural heritage. This exceptional property stands proudly in a sixteen-hectare ancient forest, home to a reserve of protected animal species. Surrounded by nature and ornamental gardens, this haven of peace in the Touraine region is perfect for a stay of infinite pleasures. The celebrated architect Jacques Garcia designed the interiors. Exuding the utmost refinement, the decor brilliantly bridges the gap between past and present, and is particularly impressive in the nine rooms and eleven suites. At the gourmet restaurant L’Amphitryon, enjoy the privilege of savouring a cuisine prepared with local and seasonal products, some of which come directly from the château’s vegetable garden. During a romantic stay, why not partake in an unforgettable tasting session at the champagne bar Le Saint-Évremond or relax in the outdoor swimming pool, which is heated all year round? Combining a magnificent journey through time with a delicious caress for the senses, it is no wonder that such moments spent at Château Louise de La Vallière never cease to amaze.

Château Louise de La Vallière

L´Amphitryon

Just five minutes from the medieval city of Montluçon is Château Saint-Jean, located on the site of a former outpost of Templar knights. From the turrets of this fairy-tale hotel, guests overlook a mature park of century-old trees and a pond filled with swans and ducks – always ready to greet passers-by. Cozy guest rooms and suites combine modernity with touches of Renaissance style, each with breathtaking views of Saint-Jean Park. Rooted in Bourbon heritage, the soul of Auvergne is revealed in this haven of peace run by the Delion family. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation at the spa, with its view of the adjacent racecourse, or spend some time in the bar, near the warmth of the stone fireplace, enjoying a signature creation from the head bartender. At the gourmet restaurant, housed in the chateau’s 12th-century chapel, discover the creative cuisine of chef Olivier Valade. His carefully conceived dishes wow visually and highlight the authenticity of the region’s products.

Château Saint-Jean

La Chapelle

The rooms open out to an enclosed garden, a small oasis of greenery where the organic herbs, fruits, and vegetables that supply the restaurant are grown. Stunningly, this is in the heart of Old Lille, in an 18th century private mansion with beautiful classic lines.
Protectors of an undeniable charm, ceilings, floors, and antique woodwork have been conserved and are boldly married with the contemporary decors of the rooms, as well as works of art scattered throughout the hotel: it was indeed designed to be a genuine cultural space. At the restaurant, the chef produces a creative and "astounding" cuisine emphasizing local and seasonal products.


Clarance Hôtel

La Table

Hotel and restaurant in town.

The Domaine d’Auriac is built on the ancient Carsac oppidum, where the story of Carcassonne, a Unesco World Heritage site, begins. For three generations, the Rigaudis Family has reinvented this 19th-century townhouse, built over the cellars of a Carolingian Abbey – ruled over by calm and fine dining in the shade of the 300-year-old surrounding park. The restaurant at the Domaine serves the original recipe for the typical local “Dieu le Fils” cassoulet. In a region where history, mysteries and legends, such as the story of Abbot Saunière’s treasure in Rennes-le-Château, abound, discover Cathare abbeys and castles whose ruins rise from cliff tops and rocky promontories.

Domaine d’Auriac

Le restaurant Bernard Rigaudis

Hotel and restaurant on a golf course.

The boundless charm of this estate works its magic as soon as you cross the gates. A 15th century castle nestles in the heart of magnificent parkland with ancient trees and outbuildings housing the guest rooms. Each of the rooms boasts an original décor and they all exude warmth, authenticity and sophistication: also the hallmark of the Chef’s inventive cuisine at Le Club, and of the décor of the bar in the former stable block which has preserved the ancient marble feed and water troughs. The Cour Carrée spa is a perfect haven of peace offering well-being and peace of mind and the 18-hole golf course, designed by Henry Cotton, provides superb views over the castle.

Domaine de la Bretesche Golf & Spa

Le Club

Locguénolé is located next to the dark waters of a sea inlet in the heart of a land of legends. The Château and the small Manor House overlook a wide estuary where the light and landscape change with the tides. These buildings from the 18th and early 19th centuries are set in wooded parkland and have remained in the hands of the same family for centuries. They boast a combination of modern comfort and tradition with classical décor and period furniture. The creative cuisine is based on a subtle pairing of ingredients from the Morbihan terroir and the ocean. A private pontoon permits sailors travelling up the Blavet from Lorient harbour to dock at this delightful haven.

Domaine de Locguénolé & Spa

L'Inattendu

Just an hour away from Paris, the Domaine de Primard beckons you to the heart of its 40-hectare grounds. Its gardens, designed by Jacques Wirtz, are home to over 250 varieties of rose and a collection of rare trees. Highland cows, Ouessant sheep, horses, ducks and geese fill the landscape with life. Domaine de Primard offers two additional dining experiences: Le Bistrot Martin and La Table d'Hôtes. The kitchens are stocked by Domaine's permaculture vegetable garden. Meanwhile, the spa offers—for the first time in France—the natural spa treatments developed by Susanne Kaufmann.

Domaine de Primard

Bistrot Martin

Upon discovering Domaine de Rochevilaine, you will be struck by emotion coupled with hesitation over what to admire most: the beauty of the site or the quality of the stones. Passing by the flowered gardens, the typically Breton setting of the property will seduce you as you stand with your feet in the water, with only the ocean in your sights. Enjoy a walk along the Sentier des Douaniers, then savour a bite of the local lobster — the best in the world. Listen to the sound of the waves and indulge in a treatment at the most renowned and oldest balneotherapy and marine spa centre in Brittany, the brainchild of owner Bertrand Jaquet.

Domaine de Rochevilaine

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