Originally built in the 15th century by Francis I as a home for his mistress, Marie Gaudin, Château de la Bourdaisière has expertly maintained its heritage while still feeling like a much-loved private home. It's set in an idyllic spot within a large, densely-wooded park not far from Chenonceau.
High, wood-beamed ceilings and thick, stone walls surround the bedrooms, which feature elegantly refined decor with classically French fabrics and furnishings. Though the château is a historical building, it has been updated to include a wellness suite, a swimming pool and a tennis court.
The property’s pride and joy is its expansive garden, where over 650 varieties of tomato are grown for use in the château's restaurant and Bar à Tomates.
OUR OPINION:
As you enter the 15th-century Château de la Bourdaisière, you instantly feel as if you have arrived in a stately family home. It has a warm and welcoming atmosphere, traditional furnishings and extensive grounds.
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Rooms
Rooms and apartments are spread between the main château and its characterful outbuildings. All evoke the sensation of staying in one of the grand family homes of the Loire Valley. Elegant drapes are adorned with rich patterns and large windows fill the rooms with natural light. Many windows overlook the surrounding park and are named after people who have played a role in the château’s history. All rooms except those in the Clos Bourdaisière feature complimentary Wi-Fi. Classique and Supérieure bathrooms have a shower or bath, whereas Luxe rooms and apartments have a separate shower and bath.
Location
The château is surrounded by a large wooded park which can be explored on foot or by renting a bicycle at reception. Amboise and the main train station of the Loire Valley, Saint-Pierre-des-Corps, are both around 20 minutes' drive away. The property is also at a midpoint between several of the Loire Valley’s most well-known sights, including Chenonceau, Château de Villandry and Leonardo da Vinci’s home at Clos Lucé.
Food and drink
A strong emphasis is placed on fresh local produce, and much of it is cultivated in the château's expansive farm and garden. A continental breakfast is provided in the living room or on the terrace, while an alfresco lunch at the Bar à Tomates celebrates the huge variety of tomatoes grown here. Dinner in the salon revolves around seasonal ingredients cooked using traditional methods. You can also buy some of the garden's produce from the property's small shop.
Facilities and activities
The wellness suite offers massages, facial treatments and manicures for guests. There's an outdoor pool located right next to a tennis court. You could rent a bicycle from reception to discover the many marked trails that wind around the property, or simply explore on foot.
Tour ideas in The Loire Valley
Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at Château de la Bourdaisière as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.
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Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favorite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can't be bettered.
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Experiences while staying here
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you're staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area's inhabitants.
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Châteaux de Chaumont-sur-Loire, Chenonceau and Cheverny
Explore three of the most impressive and dramatic of the Loire Valley chateaux on this full-day tour that takes in the romantic and politically charged Château de Chenonceau, fairy-tale Chaumont-sur-Loire, and the family-owned hunting lodge at Château de Cheverny.
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Loire Valley wine tour
Loire Valley wine tour
Explore the Loire Valley wine region on a full-day tour that takes in two historic vineyards and a wine merchant's cellars. See the vines, learn about local grapes and vintages, and enjoy guided tastings.
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The Loire Valley and nearby places
- Château de Chaumont-sur-Loire 29 kilometers away
- Amboise 13 kilometers away
- Château de Chenonceau 19 kilometers away
- Château de Cheverny 50 kilometers away
- Château de Chambord 59 kilometers away
- Château de Villandry 25 kilometers away
- Château d'Azay-le-Rideau 31 kilometers away
- Chinon 51 kilometers away
- Normandy 176 kilometers away
- Paris 201 kilometers away