Loire Valley Unique Bed and Breakfast Near Amboise and Chenonceau
- Minimum stay:2 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
Live a bit of French hiistory and stay in Le Belvedere, an historic listed and renovated stone manor house in the centre of Bléré surrounded by a beautiful park. This three-story French home was built in the 1800s.
Dominique and Jean-Renaud, a former air-hostess and airline pilot, will be happy to accomodate you in one of the 3 renovated rooms. They moved back to the family house after a busy life in Paris and travelling worldwide. Their welcome is kind and courteous, and they are antiques collectors, as reflected in the excellent decor of their 1800s fully restored Castel (small chateau). A delicious continental style breakfast is included in the room rate and served under a charming arbour or in the main dining room. Homemade jams and yogurts, fresh fruits and the best croissants of the Loire - what a way to begin a day of Chateaux visiting!There are no cooking facilities in the rooms, however tea/coffee making facilities are provided.
Dominique, prominent member of the Tourist Office of Blere, can guide you towards the many famous points of interest not to be missed and other secret places.She speaks English and offers you an additional free service of helping you with your visits.
Jean-Renaud still flies vintage aircrafts andhas his own aircraft as well. He can take you for a great and unforgettable flight over the chateaux.
A hot air balloon flight can easily be organised. There are several balloon companies in the area.
Gourmet restaurants line the center square of Blere, a two minute walk from Le Belvedere, 'your home away from home'. Wine tasting is a major part of life in the Loire, with the Chinon, Vouvray, Montlouis, Sancerre, and more regions surrounding Blere.Goat cheeses are famous and gorgious in this area. Antiquing amongst the local Vide Greniers - Attic Emptying - sales and exclusive shops in the area is not to be missed.
Step back in time with elegant living in Le Belvedere amongst the Chateaux in the Heart of the Loire Valley.3 double rooms, decorated with antiques are waiting for you.
All rooms with en-suite bathrooms. One room with private entrance, refrigerator and microwave.
Free public parking is available just nearby and sometimes in the courtyard.
Arrival times are between 5 and 7pm, we are not available for check in or baggage drop-off between 12 and 4.30pm, except by prior arrangement.
Access by car from Paris: A10, exit 18 or high speed train ( TGV ) from Paris-Charles de Gaulle airport or by air ( Ryanair) are easy. You must rent a car to visit the numerous tourist features of the Loire Valley and many of our guests find it easier to travel to the Loire Valley by train and hire a car at Saint Pierre des Corps train station - book ahead!
Keywords: Family Manor House with great charm and unusual architecture where we 've been running a B&B for 15 years now
Property Type
- Estate
- 2 story
Accommodation Type
- Bed And Breakfast
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Onsite Services
- Housekeeper Included
Suitability
- Non Smoking Only
- Pets Not Allowed
Bedrooms: 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 9, Beds for 2-9
Bathrooms: 3 Bathrooms
Kitchen & Dining
- Refrigerator
Amenities
- Parking Off Street
- Linens Provided
- Hair Dryer
- Towels Provided
- Parking
Other Amenities
Communications
Outdoor Features
- Deck / Patio
- Lawn / Garden
Theme
- Romantic
- Tourist Attractions
- Historic
- Luxury
Activities
- Groceries
- ATM/Bank
- Medical Services
- Laundromat
- Fitness Center
- Horseback Riding
- Antiquing
- Sight Seeing
- Boating
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Kayaking
- Golf
- Swimming
- Hunting
- Fishing
- Water Skiing
- Tennis
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Miniature Golf
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Live Theater
- Museums
- Restaurants
- Winery Tours
- Botanical Garden
- Arboretum
- Ruins
- Churches
- Cinemas
- Walking
- Scenic Drives
- Wildlife Viewing
- Shopping
- Paddle Boating
- Zoo
- Theme Parks
- Outlet Shopping
- Bird Watching
Other Activities
Reviews
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Hi Dominique
Guest comment entered by ownerHi Dominique
- Guest Jane, Charles and Liza from Ausralia
- Date of stay 04/10/13
- Review Submitted 05/11/13
I wanted to say thank you for your fabulous five star hospitality during our recent 4 day stay at your beautiful home. We were so comfortable in our cosy and well appointed suite of 2 bedrooms and bathroom We looked forward to your delicious breakfast each day accompanied by your helpful ideas on planning our days in the fantastic Loire Valley! We were also thrilled to be able to enjoy a flight over the area with Jean-Renaud. Thank you once again - we highly recommend this accomodation!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Paule, Ma, U.S.A
- Date of stay 09/22/12
- Review Submitted 02/02/13
What a lovely visit we had! Your home is exquisite and we feel very fortunate to have found your B&B. The hospitality, your kind offer to share an evening cocktail and the wonderful breakfasts made our stay memorable. Merci beaucoup!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Katie - Canada
- Date of stay 08/02/12
- Review Submitted 02/02/13
Thank you so much for the wonderful time. We really enjoyed ourselves. Your home is just beautiful Thank againDid you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Dear Dominique & Jean-Renaud
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- Guest Elisabeth and John - Austria
- Date of stay 07/26/12
- Review Submitted 02/02/13
Thank you so much for having us! We have been lucky to stay in your beautiful home for 4 days and we would like to stay here longer. We will certainly come back in the near future. Merci again for a warm welcome, excellent information, a wondreful breakfast and a beautiful room - we had a great time here! Au revoirDid you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Carol and Lawrie M. - Melbourne, Australia
- Date of stay 06/22/12
- Review Submitted 07/16/12
Thank you for warmly welcoming us to your exquisite home and providing delicious breakfasts, yogurts will never taste the same again! We greatly appreciated your advice about places to visit and restaurants at which to eat and people watch during our six days in the Loire Valley. Your suggestions made our trip an interesting and enriching experience. We loved the Chambre des Dames @ the Belvedere! Best regardsDid you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Jean and Dominique
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- Guest Miranda and Oliver B.
- Date of stay 06/20/12
- Review Submitted 07/16/12
Thank you for a lovely stay. We enjoyed our room, the furnishing are fantastic! We also enjoyed the visit with Jean to see his plane and the club... The breakfast was delicious, especially the home made yogurt. We enjoyed our conversations with you both. Thank you for a lovely time. If we are in the area again we will stay here. Thank youDid you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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à Dominique et JR
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- Guest Era et Max, San Francisco U.S.A
- Date of stay 06/15/12
- Review Submitted 07/16/12
We certainly enjoyed our stay with you in your fascinating home at Belvedere! The breakfasts were a fine start for a busy day, especially yogurts from your kitchen, and all the goodies from the marché. But best of all was your very gracious attention and tour directions, Dominique. Making for us a glowing memory of our visit to Loire and Cher. All the best,Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Dear Dominique and Jean Renaud
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- Guest Bruce and Linda W., CA - U.S.A
- Date of stay 06/07/12
- Review Submitted 07/16/12
Thank you for aur very memorable and lovely stay at Belvedere. It is a time we will never forget. The rooms were lovely and the breakfasts were delicious! We especially loved our time with you and JR in the patio. It meant so much to share time with the two of you and the sparkling wine! We will never forget! Fondly,Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Al & Sharon L., Ca. - U.S.A
- Date of stay 05/10/12
- Review Submitted 07/16/12
Thank you so much for our wonderful stay in the Loire Valley. The Belvedere is just as beautiful as we anticipated but your special friendliness + hospitality is what made our experience so amazing.We really appreciate all your helpful advice + direction on what to see in the area. We loved the food you provided for breakfasts especially the home made preserve and yogurt .We also enjoyed the sparkling wine + appetizers you shared with us on our last evening... Sincerely,Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Two Travelers
- Guest Two Travelers
- Date of stay 09/15/11
- Review Submitted 10/10/11
Not enough can be said about Le Belvedere and its attentive owners, Dominique and Jean-Reneau. After a full day of travel, it was so wonderful to land in their caring ways with dinner reservations included! This was a welcome moment of no decision making in the midst of four weeks of travel. The location in Bléré is perfect for connecting to major sights in the area while at the same time it is perfect for feeling the peace and serenity of a small village in France. Our room and its bath were exquisitely detailed for a comfortable stay, breakfast was filling and presented gracefully in a beautiful setting. Dominique was generous with her time and information as was Jean-Reneau. Parking was available on the street or if needed in the courtyard. The actual physical structure of Le Belvedere is gracefully beautiful and the loving care provided by the owners is evident in all parts of the home. Beauty, sophistication, welcome, warmth and graciousness all describe the experience of staying at Le Belvedere. You will be happy that you said yes to Bléré!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Base Rate 2 night min stay |
€110 | |||||
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Discounts: 4 nights or more €110 nightly |
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Additional information about rental rates
A 30% deposit is required to confirm your booking
Final payment is due when you leave the house - no credit cards
Fees:
- Taxes Not included
Cancellation policy:
100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date.
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Location
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Chateau de Chenonceau
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- 5.7 miles to rental
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Chateau du Clos-Luce
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- 10 miles to rental
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Chateau d'Amboise
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- 8.8 miles to rental
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Château et Jardins de Villandry
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- 30 miles to rental
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- Restaurant
- 4.3 miles to rental
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- Attraction
- 30 miles to rental
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La Sarrazine
- Restaurant
- 0.4 miles to rental
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- Nearest Airport: Tours at 30 Kilometres
- Nearest Train: Saint Pierre des corps at 25 Kilometres
- Nearest Motorway: A85, exit11 at 4 Kilometres
- Nearest Barpub: several at 300 Metres
- Nearest Golf: La Carte or Ballan Mire at 30 Kilometres
- Nearest Restaurant: several at 300 Metres
Owner info
About the owner: Here I was cooking jams for my guests! I love sports, gardening and to welcome guests in a great house We speak English fluently!
Why the Owner Chose Blere:
It's a family house bought in 1958 by J.R.'s mother; she moved from Paris and so did we in 1990. Then I renovated the place and it's been a B&B for 15 years!
The Unique Benefits at this Bed And Breakfast:
Stay and enjoy a charming, cosy, unique French listed home
Contact us
- Primary: +33 2473 03025 (France)
Links to more information:
- CLICK HERE - http://www.lebelvedere-chenonceaux.com
- Click Here to see All My Rental Listings
Photos
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Listed historic home is a photographers' delight!
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Elegant entry hall welcomes you to this unique listed home
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Front façade in winter
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Manor's back façade - tower
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Breakfast in the dining room
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Date last modified - Thursday, May 23, 2013
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