It is the setting of La Fuye that makes it so special

Utterly private, you are hidden away from the outside world, yet only 6km from one of the Loire’s loveliest towns: Chinon

Chinon

Charming, cobbled Chinon is a 5km drive away and has shops, a thriving Thursday market where you will find crêpes and local produce, excellent wine, concerts and festivals, with the royal château a short drive east. Ask for a map to hike the 13km loop to the edge of town and back. Visit our CHINON page for hints, tips and local know-how.

Huismes is our nearest village - simple, charming, typically French - which can be reached via the meandering cycle path that starts just beyond the drive and runs all the way there and beyond.

Tours

Tours is our closest big city (45km away) which has an excellent covered food market and a host of good shops, as well as a wonderful cathedral and an amphitheatre dating back to the 4th century.

Wonderful local walks are possible, from right outside the drive, including one that takes in eight local châteaux. You can reach the fringes of the forest in under half a kilometre from our gates. There is also the meandering La Loire À Vélo cycle path that runs very near the house (we can help you with bike hire).

Local wine tastings are also possible to organise - and there is even a company that combines bike rides with wine tastings!

Access our guide to the local area here

Walks, Bike Rides & Wine Tastings