Loire Valley

Secluded stone and wood house on the edge of a lake in a wooded estate; drive ten minutes for dining, the Loire Valley is on your doorstep

Fit for royalty: woodland trails, elegant swimming pool, glorious suites, hunting trophies on the walls and Amboise a 5-minute drive

An artist's house imbued with an understated elegance. Stay for dinner; be charmed by the garden where fruit trees throng, hens loiter

Picnic by the river, swim in the pool, sleep in antique-filled rooms and chat with charming hosts – an exquisite spot in rolling woodland

Luxurious rooms and superb table d'hôtes in rambling grounds by the Loire. A treat for couples who love good food, wine and conversation

Across from the château’s rose garden is a pretty cottage for six and tower for two. Explore the villages and festivals of the Western Loire

Caring host in a quiet farmhouse north of Tours. Bikes, horses, an old-fashioned playground: paradise for kids, relaxing for grown-ups

A pretty Loire château with every modern luxury and a 20m pool. Great for a family celebration and a short drive to historic Richelieu

Be spoilt by a charming mother and daughter team in their elegant house close to the Loire châteaux, with great art, food and lovely gardens

Learn about local lore, taste the wines, bliss out in the garden and enjoy the company of Éric, a warm, humorous and talented host

Traditional long house set on a glorious estate with the Loire Valley on your doorstep

A glorious château near Tours - authentic and huge fun. Enjoy summer buffets of estate produce in gorgeous gardens, and the serene pool

Built in 1518 to gaze across the Loire to Amboise and decorated with discreet elegance and respect for its history. Guests love it

A handsome classic house with some zinging surprises; lovely eager hosts, fine guest quarters, good food and all the treasures of the Loire

Marvellously relaxing maison among the chateaux of the Loire Valley, with agreeable hosts and a daily delivery of croissants.

Restored farmhouse with Scandi-chic interiors and a hot tub on a woodland estate; drive 10 minutes for restaurants, explore the Loire Valley

A dream of a house with friendly family, garden with big pool and all the joys of Touraine to explore. Elegant dining room, cosy bedrooms

A pretty village, authentic cottage with arty touches, a fine garden with pool and the main house for larger parties.