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Memorable experience We had and incredible experience and lovely days at Le Prieure d'Orchaise. You will be lodging in an amazing and beautiful place with lot of history and comfort. The facilities are very classic and original with all modern comfort you could expect. A part of that you have at your disposal an incredible botanical garden.Its a paradise of beauty and peace. But the best thing was the convenience with the owners. Very lovely and friendly host, always worried to provide to you an outstanding service that’s make you feel at home. We definitely recommend it and will come back again

Luxury behind the plain façade - a hidden gem The hosts were fantastic. We were provided with luxurious accommodation set in a large acreage of lawn and wooded grounds. The large house wash elegantly furnished. The hosts joined us at breakfast and we had many fascinating discussions on numerous topics as well as recommendations of visits to suite our interests

My family and I had an amazing stay at Antoine’s chateau. It is hard to put into words how special this place is. The chateau is decorated beautifully with the most comfortable bed I’ve ever slept in. We had the two room family suite and the balcony overlooking the garden had a beautiful view. We would have breakfast every morning with Antoine and the other guests and have great conversations about our travels. Antoine had a special way of keeping the conversation flowing and drawing everyone in. I felt like I were coming home and had such a special connection with Antoine and the chateau. I wanted to cry as we were saying goodbye…it was that hard to leave. If you are lucky enough to have the opportunity to stay here, don’t think twice. It is on my bucket list to stay a second time.

Antoine and Ann Marie were the consummate hosts, the priory steeped in history yet with modern conveniences, the gardens are tres magnifique! These accommodations will be hard to surpass the rest of the trip!

I wish I’d booked a longer stay here! Host Antoine and his hunting dog, Nola, made us feel at home from the moment we arrived. Held in his family for several generations, the six-acre property is a truly serene and beautiful place. The priory hotel dates back to 1060 but is completely renovated, quiet and comfortable. Windows open for fresh country air. Bath has no shower, just a tub with shower faucet for bathing. If you are lucky, you’ll share an aperitif with Antoine outside before going to dinner at Hotel du Pont (he can call for your reservation as it’s the only place nearby). The gardens have been lovingly tended and curated so you’ll enjoy breakfast with homemade jams from the garden’s fruit, cherries right off the tree, honey from the bees, and eggs from the chicken. Do take time to wander the paths with peonies, roses, trees, ponds and more. Many are labeled. There’s even a sequoia tree from California planted eons ago! Antoine is caretaker for the church h next door and can tell you its history and show you his family mural inside. Small but beautiful and a gem to see. Free parking inside the locked gates (park outside the next door church when you arrive and then move your car inside the gates). Great Wi-Fi. Next time I’m in the Loire Valley, I’ll be booking a longer stay! I was enchanted and hope you will be as well.

Beautiful, Authentic, Enchanting Stay We stayed for almost a week in August (two adults, two teens). We had been intrigued by the very strong reviews and scores and the photos looked beautiful. It was our first time in the Loire Valley. I must say, the highly positive reviews were exactly correct. We travel a considerable amount all over the world and this was, hands down, our best stay anywhere. The property is inspiring. The garden is a clearly a labor of love. My wife and I walked throughout it most evenings with a glass of wine. Just stunning and genuinely uplifting. Our two rooms were what we envisioned as quintessential Loire Valley, spacious, immaculately clean, and very comfortable in a classic French style. The house was stunning, beautifully updated and maintained. Again, genuinely inspiring. Breakfast was not only filling and tasty but full of wonderful conversation and people met each morning. Last but not least, our hosts, Antoine and Anne-Marie are absolute gems of human beings. Their generosity and helpfulness is only matched by their passion for and dedication to the Prieure resulting in an incredibly authentic experience for us. This stay has raised our expectations of what is possible. I have always heard of stays that change your perspective but this was the first stay of this magnitude for my family and I. Thank you Antoine and Anne-Marie. Your efforts are greatly appreciated.