A short walk from a small wine town, and tucked away from the neighbours, is an elevated, turretted Belle Epoque villa where, thanks to kind hosts Gerdie and Jan, all is calm and serene. A suit of shining armour guards the front door, two elegant tables await for breakfast, and a curved stair leads to tip-top bedrooms in traditional French style, mirror images of each other. Large windows open to sweeping Loire views, beds are pristine, towels snowy white, and bathrooms stunningly contemporary. Explore the vineyards, spin off on the bikes, return to stylish seating beneath the trees and lazy laps in the tranquil pool.
