Château du Gerfaut — Hotel in Tours

We stayed one night at this stately chateau in order to visit Chateau Azay Le Rideau and nearby Chinon. It lies just outside the small town of Azay-Le-Rideau, in a peaceful spot, surrounded by greenery.|It was a lovely change of pace from hotels and we were warmly welcomed by both Hubert and Sophie into their family home. |We stayed on the first floor, in the ‘Eloise’ room which was at the top of a grand staircase. The room was at the front of the chateau, and was a spacious room with a lovely view overlooking the grounds. It was beautifully decorated, with antique furniture, paintings, a fireplace, and a writing desk that overlooked the garden. However there were modern touches with a kettle for coffee and tea and the bathroom was modern and bright.|Breakfast is included and is served in the sunny, front room. It was a generous continental breakfast, served at your table.|I would highly recommend a stay at Chateau du Gerfaut, with HIbert and Sophie who are wonderful hosts.|NOTE: There is no lift (which is of course normal in a period chateau). As we were only staying one night, we were able to take just a small overnight bag upstairs. There is plenty of secure parking within the chateau grounds so we could safely leave our large suitcases in the...

A wonderful visit. We spent 3 nights in Chambre Dauphine on the 2nd floor. The room is beautiful, very well appointed, and with views of the château's front lawn. Very comfortable bed and SDB. Sophie and Hubert are perfect hosts. Very helpful in all respects and eager to share the history of the family chateau and its impeccable reconstruction after a terrible fire in the early 2000s. The breakfasts are first-class continental+ with local products, including delicious local apple juice. We loved our visit, and you will, too, if you don't pass up the opportunity to...

A wonderful visit. We spent 3 nights in Chambre Dauphine on the 2nd floor. The room is beautiful, very well appointed, and with views of the château's front lawn. Very comfortable bed and SDB. Sophie and Hubert are perfect hosts. Very helpful in all respects and eager to share the history of the family chateau and its impeccable reconstruction after a terrible fire in the early 2000s. The breakfasts are first-class continental+ with local products, including delicious local apple juice. We loved our visit, and you will, too, if you don't pass up the opportunity to...