1 bedroom Villa in Varennes-sur-Loire, Loire Valley, France: ref 5049840

Maison Pierre-Louis is an elegant and richly appointed home

emphasizing comfort, quiet and luxury, with a team of passionate

caterers who are specialists in providing personalised dining

experiences. This 15th Century home is rich in an old world rustic

charm, with many unspoilt period features, including the grand

stone fireplace, Persian rugs, ornate chandeliers and a treasure

trove of antique furniture and artworks. This mansion is a place to

come together and appreciate the simple joys that we leave behind

in our fast paced modern lives. Sing together round the baby grand

piano, relax with a good read in the vast library, or take a stroll

on the 52 private acres of gorgeous Loire countryside. Start each

day of your stay with breakfast at sunrise on the large West

terrrace, and close with cocktails and dinner on the East lawn on a

warm summers eve. Maison Pierre-Louis is less than a kilometer from

the nearby village of Varennes-sur-Loire with its bakery, mini

superette, bar and tobac/newstand. The kitchen has been set up by a

Bruce, a New York chef who is available to prepare dinners when you

simply wish to relax. Maison-Pierre Louis is

located 12km east of Saumur in the Loire Valley and only 1km from

the Loire River. Saumur with it’s train station ( 1 1/2 hours from

Paris) and lovely restaurants is located directly between Tours and

Angers (both 1 hr by car) and is in the heart of the Loire Valley

Château region. Many world famous château are found only minutes

from this property. The immediate region offers fishing, golfing,

boat cruises on the Loire, summer Opera and theatre, not to mention

the world famous Equestrian Cadre Noire. And, for those quiet

moments on the country side, guests have use of lovely bicycles,

for your pleasure, at no charge. The owners are on the grounds to

offer help in exploring the region or making reservations at our

prime choice of restaurants Maison Pierre-Louis is a 2 hour drive

from Paris airports. Maison Pierre-Louis has a kitchen set up for

serious chefs. Whether preparing meals inside or on the BBQ, on the

west terrace or east lawn, or in the magnificent dining room,

eating together with friends and family is a lovely experience

here. For the evenings, if you wish to have meals prepared for you

and served to you, staff are available. Bruce is an experienced New

York chef with an international repertoire and focus on traditional

French cuisine. Steven prepares mouth watering desserts. Wines from

the region are served and mouth watering exquisite American

Cocktails can be ordered. A divine choice of meal selections are on

offer, depending upon availability of fresh foods and time of year.

We charge differently for different menu selections but the average

4 course meal is around 40 euros per person, wines included.

Special attention can be put on special diets. Bruce’s cuisine is

absolutely delicious and far from nouvelle. There is an enormous

15th century barn which has been consecrated by a priest. The barn

seats 200 easily, and has magnificent acoustics for music, and

large beautifully manicured lawns. Photographs can be sent to you

along with prices upon request. In house catering is possible for

groups of less than 75. Outside catering may be brought in for

larger groups.

Renting the manor house as well you can sleep 8 people, and

numerous homes, gîtes, hotels and château are within minutes for

your guests.

Both homes are also available to rent for Christmas and New Year’s

weeks. Last minute offer: 40% discount

off advertised rates from 17th to 24th September

2016. Minimum stay: 3 nights Maison Pierre-Louis has 3

doors leading outside. The west leads from the kitchen and

entranceway onto a large stone terrace overlooking the courtyard

and Manoir. The living room / salon has a west facing door also.

Off of the dining room, to the east, one goes out onto the grass

lawn, overlooking acres and acres of private estate. Dining on both

sides of the home. Highlights of the interior include: – THE

KITCHEN is large and beautifully equipped with large refrigerator,

4 burner stove (gas), electric oven, micro wave, toaster oven, tea

kettle, coffee maker, toaster, blender, dishwasher, instant hot

water and washing machine. THE

– ENTRANCE WAY is wonderful for reading with it’s own library, open

windows and comfortable seating.

– THE DINING ROOM is large and rich in decoration with antiques and

Chinese rugs. Windows facing east and west.

– THE SALON with it’s enormous 15th century working fireplace (with

wood for burning in the cool months at no extra charge), with it’s

selection of thousands of books, wonderful music selection and

large selection of CDs. The baby grand piano is well tuned too.

– THE LARGE ENSUITE BEDROOM is appointed with a large armoire,

plenty of hangers, reading lamps, beautiful oil paintings and of

course an extremely comfortable new bed. 4 pillows and lovely

linen. THE BATHROOM actually has a large shower, no bath, but has

pedestal sink and toilet, lovely s