Château d'Hodebert

The Chateau d'Hodebert is a lovely, enchanting, historic chateau set in a beautiful, tranquil setting. It was the perfect base for us to explore six of the historic chateaus in the Loire Valley. The room was incredibly comfortable. The breakfast, composted of delicious homemade bread as well as a variety of wonderful cheeses, jams & fruit was the perfect way to being our day of exploration. We enjoyed a dinner composed of wine, bread, cheese, fruit & pastries that we picked up locally, each night on the terrace. Our hosts are charming people who welcome you to their family & ancestral home. Our stay at the Chateau d'Hodebert will always remain in our memoires as a very special, enchanting time in our lives. Thank you so very much.

Château d’Hodebert is a well kept secret for those who appreciate an intimate setting for their stay in the Loire Valley. Three well furnished, comfortable, spacious, up to standard rooms are waiting for you in a very much lived in country house of a young family. The service provided is impeccable and très à la Française. You start the day with a breakfast in the stylish salle à manger, which you share with, for example, a famous American photographer of flowers, living in the Provence, and her family, or a mother and daughter from Martha’s Vineyard, or a Swedish couple. In the mean time you have your croissants, spelt bread, confitures, regional cheeses, yoghurt, various sorts of tea, coffee and home made smoothies. During summer you can enjoy the swimming pool which is located near the écuries and an impeccably maintained French ‘parterre’, or read a book and have a glass of wine at the open fire in the salon, or try your skills in the billiard room. Hodebert exudes a lifestyle you associate with well being and France at its best. From Hodebert all châteaux and historic towns are within reasonable distance (Le Lude, Ussé, Chenonceau, Azay-le-Rideau, Villandry, Cheverny, Chambord). Many excellent restaurants are within 30 minutes drive from Hodebert. All you need to do is giving a call to the châtelaine Ivana de la Bouillerie. In perfect English, or French if you prefer, she will answer you and book your stay.

We had a great stay at this chateau, it is the second time we have chosen this beautiful location and we are sure it wont be the last. The attention to detail, the character of the facility, everything is excellent. One of the best chateaux we have stayed in France. The only thing you need to be aware is that you need to plan for lunch/dinner, as I am not sure the kitchen facilities are open to the guests. It would be great if it was possible because we would have loved to have dinner in the garden.