CHÂTEAU LOUISE DE LA VALLIÈRE ^{* * * * *}

Excellence is an understatement for this jewel. Friendly and professional staff, kind and welcoming owner Mira Grebenstein and beautiful rooms. The restaurant was a delightful experience and the Chef went the extra mile for our dietary requirements.

I had the great pleasure of a 3-day stay at the Château at the end of March 2025.||The castle has been lovingly restored with amazing attention to detail, both in terms of the external building and interior decor. The staff wearing period costumes added to the feeling of stepping back in time to a very different era. ||But the stepping back in time was not taken too far. After all, old castles were in reality rather draughty and chilly places with poor plumbing - not really the kind of place you would want to stay for a luxury weekend. The restoration has managed this wonderfully - bringing modern standards of comfort to a historical setting, in an unobtrusive way. A small detail to illustrate this: a flat screen TV on the wall would rather detract from the decor - but people sometimes like TV. This is solved elegantly by hiding the TV behind a framed painting - you can swing it open to enjoy the TV (if you really must).||Another mix of old and new is that all the staff I met spoke excellent English - something that I suspect would not have been the case back in the day. The staff also managed to balance professionalism with a welcoming and friendly informality.||The grounds are extensive and well maintained. I was lucky enough to enjoy pleasant spring weather. It was nice to sit outside and to wander in the gardens. But the best part, for me, was simply sitting quietly outside the castle and enjoying the peaceful sounds of birdsong from the surrounding woods.||I had breakfast and several lunches and dinners during my stay - all excellent.||There are also interesting places to visit in the area around the castle, if you can drag yourself away from the relaxation. :-)

Wow - this is easily one of the most amazing stays I've ever had. We drove into the full gate, welcomed by the most darling host, Alex, who shared the history of the Chateau, more about the amazing designer, and the owner. We were whisked away to our room, which was covered in embroidery fabric, with every single element has been thought of. We had marvelous dinner both nights, with cocktails in the sumptious bar. The grounds are a treat! We also enjoyed our complimentary one hour in the spa, and relaxed the day away. Everyone we interacted with loved their job and loved the property. |Pros: Amazing hotel design, outstanding staff and service, epic hotel room.|Cons: Could not think of one!

Un lieu exceptionnel avec un accueil exceptionnel, des majordomes hors du temps et attentionnés, un personnel, à tous les niveaux, très professionnel et désireux de rendre le séjour rempli de beaux souvenirs.
Toutes mes félicitations à Madame Mira Grebesntein pour son soucis du détail dans la restauration de ce lieux magique, le raffinement de la décoration intèrieure, le choix des prestataires et le professionnalisme des ses équipes. Egalement, toute mes félications et mes très sincères remerciements aux équipes pour nous avoir fait vivre un très beau moment.
J' espère que nous pourrons créer une occasion pour revenir.
Bien à vous tous,

JCLP

Superbe expérience
Le château est magnifique, restauration de goût dans le style louis 14
Immersion dans le 16eme siècle garantie
Le personnel est agréable et attentif.