3 stylish holiday gîtes surrounded by vineyards, formal gardens and woodlands. Close to Amboise, Chenonceau and not too far from Paris

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

A jaw-dropping medieval castle and sprawling park – which is easy-going, family-friendly, great value. Tour the Loire and historic Loches

Delightful hosts keen to share their home, meals and enthusiasm for this rich area - cycle-up an appetite for a plunge in the pool

Built in 1518 to gaze across the Loire to Amboise and decorated with discreet good taste and respect for its history. Guests are loving it

You’ll eat well here, among locals who love the food. The village is quiet, the rooms serenely modern. A great base for a holiday en famille

Wine lovers adore this impeccably furnished château; lovely Anne meets and greets, Jean Christophe makes wine and takes charge of tastings

Summertime and the living is easy, especially if you have the good fortune to stay at Madame’s enchanting and relaxed château by the Cher

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

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

Stunning 15th-century family-friendly farmhouse near Montrésor and Loches, set in 2 acres with orchards, perfect pool and shaded terrace

Enter into the wonderful country-house mood... Sink into floral sofas, feast on exquisite cuisine, rest in cosy, immaculate rooms

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

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

Luscious Loire valley on the doorstep of this comfortable country-house hotel with a friendly feel, big comfy bedrooms and formal gardens

Stresses of city living melt away over cheerful, easy conversations with your hostess over candlelit dinners. Wholly delightful

Superbly renovated rooms (some still in progress) in a famous town-centre inn at the heart of the Loire châteaux region, excellent food

A limestone house with a leafy courtyard, attentive hosts, and a multitude of sybaritic diversions on hand. It even has its own cave!