the house
B&B (Chambres d’Hote) and Self-catering cottage (Gite)
in the heart of the Loire Valley – an ideal solution for francophiles who are interested in wine.
the house
Built in the XVIIIc and once a working domaine, it is now the French/Anglo family home of Sarah-Jane and Gérald Beaumont.The Domaine not only offers some stylish self-contained accommodation but also an opportunity to get really close to the process of transforming grapes into wine.
Surrounded by vineyards and sleepy hamlets our French/Anglo home is a delightful, peaceful retreat. Ideally located for discovering the Loire Valley and beyond, the Domaine is conveniently close to Saumur, Chinon, Montreuil-Bellay, Fontevraud l’Abbaye and Angers.
Located in ‘un village de charme’ outside of Montreuil-Bellay the domaine has one delightful, independent cottage set in its grounds. Privacy and peacefulness preserved the cottage is an idyllic retreat for wine lovers and francophiles wishing to embrace ‘la France’.
In the company of a knowledgeable vigneron, wine-maker, discover the world of wine and enhance your understanding and recognition of an ‘inferior’/'superior’ wine. Spend time discovering how wine is produced at a stunning Domaine in the heart of the Val de Loire. Or perhaps try your hand at grape-picking during harvest.
With the added benefits that come with an English hostess and a French vigneron you can just enjoy the scenery and try the wines – or take a private wine tour with a winemaker – or have your own wine-tasting evening with expert advice and local knowledge – or if you are feeling really energetic (and no back problems) then get involved with the grape picking at harvest time.
Situated just south of Saumur, famous for its Sparkling Chenin Blanc, dry still white and the red Saumur-Champigny AC this is an area rich in chateaux, history and wine. The Domaine’s association with Domaine de la Paleine, a few kilometres away at Le Puy Notre Dame (49 Maine-et-Loire, Pays de Loire) gives you privileged access to a vineyard which has won recognition in the respected Guide Hachette des Vins de France, winning a Coup de Coeur in the 2008 edition for the red Saumur “Moulin des Quints” 2005 made from Cabernet Franc. They also produce Saumur Brut (sparkling), Saumur Blanc (dry white), Coteaux de Saumur (a dessert wine based on Chenin Blanc) and two rosés – Cabernet de Saumur (dry) and a Cabernet d’Anjou (medium dry) – see the website at www.domaine-paleine.com (there is more info on the French language version)
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This French/Anglo family home is a haven for food & wine lovers.
From the ‘dabbler’ to the ‘serious’ wine enthusiast experience a true French discovery of wine in Géralds company. From a wine making family and a source of extensive knowledge, visit select vineyards, sample exquisite Val de Loire wines and meet the ‘vignerons’.
Accompanying good wine is good food and dining on local, traditional French cuisine “chez ‘les Beaumonts” is our passion.
The Domaine also offers :
- Bed & Breakfast / Self-Catering Cottage
- Loire Valley Wine Tours
- Visit a Vineyard
- Wine Tasting Soirée
- An all inclusive Weekend Wine Discovery
Discover French Duck’s guide to Le Weekend in Saumur
For more information on the Gite or Chambre d’Hote at the Le Bellevue – complete the enquiry form below:-
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