Description
The chateau, a charming manor house dating from the 12th and 16th centuries,
looks out over the River Loire and its islands. In the distance is King René's
15th century fairy tale castle dominating this pastoral scene and the medieval
town of Saumur. Gleaming white, it has a stately presence with its vast chimneys
and imposing towers as it stands proudly within its 62-acre wooded park that
extends down to the river. The interiors have a spacious grandeur with a
wonderful spiral staircase, great carved fireplaces, canopied beds and antique
furniture. The hotel boasts a creative cuisine in the finest culinary tradition
of Angers. The area is famous for its mushrooms that come from the nearby Tufa
caves; salmon, perch and eel from the river; and excellent local wines: Saumur,
Anjou, Layon and Champigny, a delightful méthode champenoise. This is the place
to stay for anyone on a gastronomic Tour de France.
Bedrooms
- Classique room with king bed. Bathroom has shower in the bath. Loire
view. Balcony on request.
- Traditional room with one king or two twin beds. Bathroom has shower in
the bath, Loire view. Balcony on request.
- Grand comfort room with one king or two twin beds. Bathroom has shower
in the bath. Loire view. Balcony on request.
- Prestige room with one king or two twin beds. Bathroom has shower in the
bath. Loire view. Terrace.
- One bedroom apartment with one king or two twin beds. Bathroom has
shower in the bath. Loire view. Lounge, terrace on request.
Room Features
Balcony (some rooms), Bathrobe, Bath tub, Bidet, Colour television, Connecting
rooms (some rooms), Direct dial phone, En-suite bathroom, Fireplace (some
rooms), Fresh flowers, Hairdryer, Make-up mirror, Mini-bar, Shower, Sofa beds
(some rooms), Trouser press, WC.
Restaurant
Serves fresh fish from the river together with local cuisine. The restaurant has
received both the Michelin Guide and Gault-Millau awards. Noted Chef is
Jean-Noel Lumineau. There are superb views of the valley and the 12th Century
restaurant is beautifully decorated.
Activities
Horse riding (nearby), Jogging track (on-site), Mountain bikes (on-site),
Outdoor swimming pool (on-site), Tennis courts (on-site), Ballooning (on
request), Golf (nearby), Miniature golf
Conferences & Seminars
Business Services:
Fax, Photocopier, Internet access in computer room, Screen, Flip charts, Over
head projector, Slide projector, Video recorder, Phone, Business corner
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