Set in un village de charme La Bellevue is a secluded retreat surrounded by vineyards. Comprising of three properties, the main house, the owners residence and two independent cottages – Annie’s House and La Grange.
Tastefully renovated, rustic and charming, each cottage has been lovingly preserved - exposed tuffeau stone walls, terracotta floor tiles and wooden ceiling beams. Fully equipped each cottage has its own private garden terrace overlooking the belle-view.
Specializing in Loire Valley biodynamic wine and French gastronomie, experience private wine tastings and select vineyard tours in the company of a French wine professional.
Conveniently close to local amenities and the fairy-tale château of Montreuil-Bellay, we remain a short distance from the historical towns of Angers, Chinon, Richelieu, Saumur and Tours.
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Le Petit Déjeuner: At an hour to suit you! Delivered to the cottage a basket full of breakkie goodies. Enjoy a high quality breakfast comprising of: orange juice, yoghurt, fresh fruit and a selection of freshly baked croissants, baguette, pain au chocolate, pain aux raison and homemade jam.
Tables d'Hôtes : A Taste of La France - 'Découverte du Terroir'. A large plateau of charcuterie, artisanal terrine & cheeses accompanied by fresh seasonal salads, including concombre à la crème à l'ancienne, an old French recipe handed down from Gérald's Grandma, followed by fresh fruits & crème fraiche. Dinner includes a complimentary bottle of wine carefully selected from our troglodyte caves. Bon appétit!
Wine Tasting Soirée: Hosted by Gérald enjoy an evening of wine tasting and dinner at the 'vignerons table' in the delightful grounds of 'La Bellevue'. Entertaining and insightful Géralds passion and enthusiasm for wine ensures a unique and memorable evening.
Private Wine Tour & Wine Tasting (incl. lunch): Extend your French experience and combine your Private Wine Tour & Wine Tasting with a delicious lunch at the charming 'Maison du Vigneron'. Sample a traditional French buffet campagnard, comprising of local artisans cuisine and accompanied by a selection of wines from the AOC Saumur.
A Weekend Wine Discovery: "....for the serious wine enthusiast". The more select vineyards of our 'Weekend Wine Discovery' have been carefully chosen by Gérald to create an unparalleled opportunity and a unique insight into wine from the Val de Loire. Purposely intended for the serious wine enthusiast keen to enhance a personal wine collection our Weekend Wine Discovery is much more than a vineyard visit.
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From our guestbook: "A true 'French experience'! Wonderful wine, terrific food and fantastic company!" June ‘09
"Everything w as PERFECT! Our stay with Sarah-Jane and Gérald was an absolute highlight. Their warmth, generosity and friendship provided us with a more complete French experience in this beautiful wine region. Gérald educated us in the art of wine making and his wine tasting was an occasion to remember. The wines were superb, Annie's House was spotless and well appointed, set in the serene setting of Pouançay. We will return !" September ‘09.
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New for 2010 is 'La Grange' - a beautiful barn conversion, renovated, appointed and equipped to the high standard as seen in 'Annie's House'.
'La Grange' is a romantic secluded retreat ideal for a couple or for a group of 4 wishing to use both of the holiday accommodations at 'La Bellevue'.
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