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Sans Souci Bed and Breakfast Luxe Heated Pool and Restaurant

Bed and breakfast

31 Lorthier

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Why people book this hotel

Pool
12 mentions

Pool was nice

Attention to detail was 10 out of 10 from pool bag, condiments, towels and it wa…

Comfortable rooms
11 mentions

The room was perfect, this is more than bed and breakfast I would say it's more …

A very comfortable and well appointed room

Breakfast available
11 mentions

Dinner and breakfast was a special experience

Breakfast was excellent and loads of choice from cold meats, poached eggs, Frenc…

Friendly staff
10 mentions

What a perfect place and hosts, both James and Matthews attention to detail is s…

The food and service, at both dinner and breakfast, were just superb

Great location
5 mentions

Peaceful location with perfect hosts

Very convenient location in lovely countryside and close to Chenonceaux and othe…

Good value
2 mentions

The option of dinner, cooked by Matthew, and all with locally sourced ingredient…

The breakfast was extremely generous, overall the stay was good value

Overview

Sans Souci Bed and Breakfast Luxe Heated Pool and Restaurant is centrally located in the heart of the Loire Valley, surrounded by historical Chateaux, award winning beautiful villages, numerous winemakers and cellar-doors. Chateau de Chenonceau, the second most visited Chateau in France is located a 10 minute drive from the property. This is perfect for an afternoon visit after check-in at 4pm. All rooms at the property are newly renovated. All rooms have their own private bathrooms with showers, some rooms have direct access to private terraces and large private balconies. All guests have access to a central courtyard with comfortable shaded seating as well as a large reception room with an extensive wine bar featuring over 25 wine varieties of the region. Free secure private parking as well as complimentary 4G WiFi is available in all areas of the property. Sans Souci Bed and Breakfast Luxe Heated Pool and Restaurant is a child free property. Our restaurant is open year round serving an à la carte menu, featuring locally sourced produce, as well as being entirely 'fait maison' (homemade) by Matthew, the owner of the bed and breakfast, who is also a professionally trained 'chef de cuisine'.

Traveller reviews

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Raval

couple

May 7, 2026

8

4 star hotel experience from a bed and breakfast. Truely delightful.

Pool was nice. Dinner and breakfast was a special experience. Property was well maintained and looked rather charming. Delightful experience overall. You really feel like at home.

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Robert

solo_traveller

April 20, 2026

10

A must visit

What a perfect place and hosts, both James and Matthews attention to detail is second to none. They made our stay so special and we can't wait to return for another week's stay. Breakfast was excellent and loads of choice from cold meats, poached eggs, French toast, and the list goes on. The room was perfect, this is more than bed and breakfast I would say it's more like a boutique hotel with the nicest hosts you could wish to meet. Thank you James & Matthew for a lovely stay.

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Suzanne

couple

October 16, 2025

10

We’ll be back again as it was divine and the food was outstanding especially the Gnocci. Thank you Matthew and James.

Peaceful location with perfect hosts. Sans Souci has everything you need for a relaxing stay. Both Matthew and James were excellent hosts and Matthew’s culinary skills were outstanding. Attention to detail was 10 out of 10 from pool bag, condiments, towels and it was great to have a mini bar. The pool was heated to a lovely temperature which was perfect after a long days drive.

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Paul

couple

September 13, 2025

10

If you want to be truly spoiled by the most amazing hosts, I cannot recommend Sans Souci enough.

The warmest welcome. A very comfortable and well appointed room. The grounds and swimming pool were a delight. The food and service, at both dinner and breakfast, were just superb. We were truly spoiled and look forward to returning one day.

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Annabel

couple

September 13, 2025

10

James and Mathew were delightful hosts and Matthew is an exceptional chef. He prepared a delicious dinner at short notice and we dined on the terrace by the pool. Very convenient location in lovely countryside and close to Chenonceaux and other castles.

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Katherine

couple

September 12, 2025

10

The warmest of welcomes by James and Matthew in a fabulous rural location close to Chenonceau and other chateaux. You wi

James and Matthew couldn’t have been more welcoming and accommodating. Their home is lovely and their goal is to ensure all their guests feel at home. The option of dinner, cooked by Matthew, and all with locally sourced ingredients, was a superb added extra and very good value for money. The swimming pool is heated and very refreshing. The rooms are very comfortable with a jam packed mini bar!

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Simon

couple

July 26, 2025

10

What a gem! James and Matthew are wonderful hosts! James welcomed us with a big smile and even though we arrived later than we had said, it wasn't a problem. We had not made a reservation for dinner but were graciously accommodated and enjoyed drinks by the pool beforehand. A big shout out for Matthew's incredible food - the confit duck and macarons and ice cream were absolutely delicious! We also had a fantastic breakfast - including Matthew's homemade waffles which are outrageous! The location is really lovely and peaceful in a wonderful rural location. The rooms are very comfortable with private terraces and there is a beautiful pool. They really have taken great care and attention to detail to make your stay very special. They are making further improvements, so I imagine a future visit - which we would love to make - will exceed expectations even further.

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john

couple

July 21, 2025

10

Fabulous hosts.

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Marie

couple

July 11, 2025

10

Magnificent stay in an exceptional property.... so fab.

A beautiful property in an idyllic setting so peaceful and tranquil. We had a beautiful spacious room and the pool is fantastic. James and Matthew looked after us so well and looked after my dietary restrictions so well. We ate there for dinner two nights and loved it. We couldn't recommend it enough and look forward to returning. Thank you so much.

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Jacqui

couple

July 2, 2025

10

We loved Sans Souci and have already booked again.

We had a wonderful welcome and we were well looked after by James throughout our stay. Matthew is an amazing cook, we especially loved the sweet potato fries. The breakfast was extremely generous, overall the stay was good value.

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Jane

couple

June 30, 2025

10

Fabulous place for a restful break with fantastic hosts.cant wait to return

The property is stunning. Beautiful location and very peaceful. James and Matthew couldn’t do enough for us. Loved the room and the pool is gorgeous. Dinner and breakfast were lovely and we couldn’t recommend this place more. Can’t wait to return next year x

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Sabina

couple

June 29, 2025

10

A blast 💥 and wonderful 😃😃😃thank you very much

Everything ! 😃. James and Matthew are very kind and take care of the guests🌸 we felt welcomed and relaxed - we enjoyed the beautiful room with the opening to the garden 🪴. The dinner was exquisit and we had it in the garden . I enjoyed the plunge in the pool after a long drive. The breakfast was outstanding and delicious. The whole experience was such a nice start of our vacation! ❤️. The environment is very nice there is a lot to do and see. We visited Chenonceau castle it was a dream 😃. We would love to come back and recommend it to everyone.

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Linda

couple

June 21, 2025

10

The peace and the calm and the food and the pool and their kindness and and and

James and Matthew are the best hosts I ever met since I’ve been travalling (over 40 years) they make you feel at home! The house, the pool, the dinner and their breakfast with home made products , I will come back !

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Christian

couple

June 6, 2025

10

Best stay with overwelming hospitality

James and Matthews are such nice, Australian persons (who do speak French as well) that we regret that we only stayed two days at their nice little hotel, which is well located to visit some of the Loire castles. Matthews is a great cook and breakfast and dinner next to the pool were really good (we had Irish beef and salmon, both very good). We also liked the heated pool. The rooms are not so large but large enough. It is also very practical that the 4 rooms have a doors which give you access to either the courtyard or the swimming pool area. We will come back !!!

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Deborah

family_with_children

June 2, 2025

10

Simply perfect

James & Matthew went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable and memorable. We can highly recomendable and would definately visit again when in the Loire Valley area. Our stay was too short.

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Patrick

couple

May 28, 2025

10

A place of heart, style, and genuine hospitality

All the glowing reviews about Sans Souci Bed and Breakfast are absolutely true – and we’re happy to confirm every word. James and Matthew are not just fantastic hosts; they have the rare gift of making guests feel truly welcome. Their warm hearts are, quite honestly, bigger than any château in the Loire Valley. The charming countryside house is quietly located in Luzillé, perfectly situated for visits to the most beautiful castles in the region. Cheverny, Chenonceau, Le Clos Lucé, Château Gaillard, and Domaine de Chaumont-sur-Loire – all easily accessible without stress. The rose festival in Chédigny was another highlight. The house itself has been renovated with great taste and attention to detail – elegant, well-maintained, and full of character. The view is stunning, the garden lovely, and dining by the pool or inside by the fireplace is equally delightful. Breakfast is a feast: generous, fresh, lovingly prepared – and every morning holds a new pièce de résistance to enjoy. Matthew’s cooking in the evening is also outstanding. And please: Have the macaron for dessert ONCE. You'll see why. There are also good restaurants nearby – La Charbonnade in Bléré serves great pizza (no-frills, but be sure to book), and we loved Le Parvis in Amboise for open-fire grilled dishes. Our room by the pool (La reine Margot) was beautifully appointed, perfectly equipped, and very comfortable. We slept wonderfully – and looked forward to a dip in the pool and an apéro every afternoon. For people with electric cars: there are plenty of charging points. Among other things, there is a Fastcharger from iecharge.io outside Bléré, in the middle of the fields (simply pay by card). No petrol station can match that :-). Conclusion: This B&B reflects the excellence of two hospitality and culinary professionals, paired with genuine warmth. Nothing is missing – and what remains is the feeling of having spent five truly special days in just the right place.

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Jacqueline

couple

April 25, 2025

10

Everything was excellent, food hosts and location

Everything

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Andrew Greenwood

couple

February 10, 2025

10

so much more than a b&b

everything from the welcome by James when we arrived to the room. you must dine there. Mathew is a chef and prepared an exceptional meal for us with fresh, locally sourced produce. one of the best meals we enjoyed in our month away.

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Don

couple

September 11, 2024

10

Outstanding place to stay, highly recommended!

Everything! Lovely decor, James and Matthew were superb hosts. It would rate as 5* if it was a hotel.

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Mark

couple

August 27, 2024

10

Highly recommended

Exceptionally good B & B - beautiful house, fabulously appointed and charming hosts. Ace breakfasts.

Facilities

Activities

Cycling, Personal trainer

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Food & Drink

Breakfast options, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Restaurant, Bar, Snack bar

Food & drink safety

Physical distancing in dining areas, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized

General

Indoor fireplace, Bicycle parking, Non-smoking throughout, Designated smoking area, WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Heating, Soundproof rooms

Internet

Free WiFi, WiFi, Internet services

Outdoors

Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (seasonal), Outdoor furniture

Parking

Parking on site, Private parking, Accessible parking, Parking, Free parking

Physical distancing

Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed

Pool and wellness

Swimming Pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Pool with view, Heated pool, Salt-water pool, Pool/beach towels, Pool bar, Pool cover

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

Carbon monoxide detector, Key access, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Face masks for guests available

Services

Vending machine (drinks), Shared lounge/TV area, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage

Deluxe Queen Room

This double room's standout feature is the pool with a view. The spacious double room offers a private entrance, soundproof walls, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 55 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Deluxe Queen Room

The spacious double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 30 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Deluxe Queen Room

The spacious double room features a private entrance, soundproof walls, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 30 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Twin Room with Terrace

The twin room features a private entrance, soundproof walls, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower.

Max 2 guests 30 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Suite with Balcony

This larger room offers views of the forest and sunflower fields. Guests can relax in the seating area.

Max 2 guests 58 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 16:00 to 19:00
Check-outFrom 07:30 until 10:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printPlease note that meals must be reserved at least 48 hours in advance.Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Last updated: Apr 10, 2024, 4:15 PM

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