This updated 17th century manor house is a gem. The owners, Didier Baudard de Fontaine and his wife Sylvie, were wonderful hosts. Didier's family were original owners of the house and he is full of information on the area and its attractions. My wife, my sister, my sister-in-law and I spent three nights at the house while visiting the Loire... more

Le Manoir du Grand Echeneau is a beautiful house, within walking distance of the pretty town of Vouvray. The owners, Sylvie & Didier, could not have been more attentive and helpful. We enjoyed aperitifs every evening on the terrace adjacent to our room and also enjoyed a meal at the side of the pool with lots of wine from the... more

We stayed at the Manoir Grand Echeneau for Easter 2009 and really enjoyed our stay. The place is very charming and the owner very friendly and welcoming. The rooms are nice and very well decorated. This place has a real history to discover. This is one of those secret tips we would highly recommend, both to French or Foreign travellers.... more

The wonderful welcome that we received when we arrived set the tone for the four days that we stayed at this wonderful hotel. The house is beautiful, full of history and the owners were absolutely charming. We stayed in an apartment, 3 adults and 2 children under 5. Breakfast was served in the beautiful dining room (decorated with oil paintings... more

As part of a 2-week trip to France, we chose to stay 2 nights in the Loire Valley and wanted a "non-hotel" experience. This Manor, while a B&B in truth, is a charming residence. The hosts are lovely and helpful, and for our 6-year old son...the 2 resident dogs, Roxy and Jimmy, were the highlight of our stay! With a... more

Where can one start, we had a great time and are going to return to Vouvray again next year!!! To briefly sum up our stay let me perhaps highlight some of the things I remember best as the father of the family. The hosts, Marina (lovely French lady with a sparkle and charm to match) and Noel (the real English... more

Easily located in the quiet village of Vouvray (famous for its white, sparking wine) we were warmly welcomed by our host, Noel Terry and his two Labradors Jimmy and Roxy. Secure parking is available in front of the house. Noel (originally from England) and his English speaking French wife Marina are very knowledgeable on the Loire area and local wines.... more

We have stayed with the owners Noel and Marina for the last 7 years…5 years in their previous Hotel near Bath, England and for the last 2 years in the Manoir du Grand Echeneau in Vouvray, near Tours. It would be hard to find a more welcoming couple than Noel and Marina Terry, they will make you feel a part... more

Un superbe exemple de convivialité et d'hospitalité. Un rapport qualité-prix difficile à égaler ! Merci à nos hôtes, Sylvie et... more