This small 15th century château stands in a park with swimming pool, in a country setting. The residence offers two luxurious and superbly decorated suites with fine Louis XV and Louis XVI furniture. Within easy driving distance of many the great Loire chateaux and Futuroscope, the science and technology park near Poitiers. Valençay and its lovely gardens is 14 km from here, Paris is 2 hours by car. There is a good restaurant 3 kms away and several others within easy reach. Dinner available on request. Awarded 4 epis for comfort and charm.

Set in a pretty garden, the house dates from 1850 and is typical of the style of that period. We have restored it carefully to provide every comfort and to keep as much of its original charm as possible. The cottage is independent of the main house and has a pleasant, peaceful atmosphere about it. Close to the medieval town of Loches within reach of many of the Loire châteaux, vineyards and golf courses. Within walking distance of a fishing lake. Sleeps 4 people.

Belleroche is an 18th century house overlooking the River Loire, a 15 minute walk from the centre of Amboise, in the heart of the Loire Valley, close to some of the most famous of the Loire châteaux and vineyards. Both suites overlook the river and gardens, are comfortably furnished with period family furniture and have en suite bathrooms. The house is set in a park created more than a hundred years ago with lovely open views of the river. Tours is 25 minutes from here, Paris is 55 minutes by TGV train.

Quietly situated in countryside with four hectares of gardens where children can run about freely, about a hectare of which been made into a games area for both adults and children. Every morning the bread van arrives with fresh bread and croissants. We also keep horses on the farm. Near village markets and chateaux. Tours 45 minutes, close to many of the great Loire chateaux. Poitiers 1 hour. Sleeps 2/6 people.

Now a private family home, the Abbey dates from the 12th century and is an enchanting, peaceful and relaxing place, for couples, friends and families. The gite cottage has been carefully restored with respect to tradition and an attention to detail to combine the charm and character of the setting with modern comforts and has a small private garden with barbecue and private parking. The pool is heated and it is easy to take an afternoon siesta there and drift off to the sound of the fountain playing. Close to the Loire chateaux. Tours and Poitiers 40 minutes. Sleeps up to 6 people.

You cannot help but fall under the charm of this lovely traditional longhouse, in the heart of the Loire Valley, near many of the great Loire chateaux. We are 30 minutes south of Tours and Amboise, where we have three comfortable double rooms and a family room, a swimming pool and a tennis court. An ideal base for couples, families and friends travelling together, in which to spend a few days exploring the treasures of the Loire at any time of year. Children always welcome. Pets welcome. Dinner available on request.

Château de Saint Aignan is a privately owned country estate in the heart of the Loire Valley that has been in our family since the 11th century. The Gatehouse cottage is at the entrance to the château and combines harmonious charm and originality with a warm, relaxed atmosphere to make a ideal base for a family or for friends travelling together or as a romantic retreat for a few days. Hairdryer provided. Sleeps up to 4 people.