Epicerie Gourmande
6 rue de la Mairie
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Why people book this hotel
“Friendly owners”
“Nice staff”
“Simple room but all that was needed”
“Pretty and spacious room with very comfortable bed”
“Characterful rustic property in a great location in the delightful village of Vi…”
“Friendly, convenient, great dinner downstairs, a very short walk to both the Cha…”
“A good inclusive breakfast with fresh produce”
“Lovely breakfast provided”
“Good value for money”
Overview
Located in the village of Villandry, 400 metres from the castle, this 16th-century building features air-conditioned accommodation, a traditional restaurant and a shop with regional products and wines. Free Wi-Fi is provided. Each room at the Epicerie Gourmande includes a private bathroom with hairdryer and free toiletries. A TV is also available. You are invited to enjoy a crêpe in the inner courtyard or sip a tea in the tea room. Accessible via the A85 motorway, the Epicerie Gourmande is 17 km from the city of Tours.
Traveller reviews
Elsa_Lee
couple
August 9, 2025
“Attic room over the grocery shop”
Friendly owners
davej0355
couple
June 16, 2025
“Disappointing accommodation”
Nice staff
Liz
couple
June 15, 2025
“We had a most unforgettable time here.”
It was so lovely and welcoming. Thierry and Laura was amazingly kind and helpful.
keir
couple
June 9, 2025
Charming place with real history. Owner is helpful and friendly and seems to do everything. Nice little restaurant downstairs which has a good selection. Pretty much next door to the Chateau so it meant we could visit first thing ahead of the crowds.
Mark
solo_traveller
October 11, 2024
“Met what I wanted and what it offered with great host.”
Characterful as expected and appreciated. Simple room but all that was needed. A good inclusive breakfast with fresh produce. Charming host, and hostess.
Sally
couple
October 4, 2024
“Lovely hotel and restaurant, well situated to visit Villandry Chateau and gardens.”
Great spot, above the restaurant in a lovely old building. Pretty and spacious room with very comfortable bed. The restaurant serves great local food - be sure to let your hosts know early if you want to eat there. Despite us not doing that they were very gracious and fitted us in, even though they had a big group that evening. Lovely breakfast provided.
Tolhurst
couple
September 19, 2024
Comfortable stay in a historical building with a gorgeous little balcony looking over the street. We were mid-September, and most things had closed, so we ended up with pizza from the vending machine just out of town. There was a shared lounge, which we didn't use, but would have if we had traveled with friends. The breakfast provided next morning was delicious, and the host was very friendly. Absolutely loved the Chateau de Villandry.
Graham
couple
August 20, 2024
“Charming accommodation. Would recommend”
Lots of character. Very friendly and welcoming staff
Rebecca
couple
July 22, 2024
“Exceptional rustic stay in Villandry”
Absolutely loved the stay in this little restaurant / shop. Set in a small village, and just a few steps from Chateau Villandry, the two rooms here have been beautifully laid out and renovated. We also had lunch and drinks at the épicerie which was excellent - highly recommend if staying in Villandry. The breakfast was one of the best we had during our week’s stay in the Loire Valley too!
Steve
couple
June 4, 2024
“Will certainly stay again if in the area again.”
Good value for money. Quiet but close to the chateau and restaurants.
Maggie
family_with_children
May 1, 2024
“Characterful property with lovely host in great location”
Characterful rustic property in a great location in the delightful village of Villlandry, just a stones throw from the chateau. Thierry was a welcoming, friendly and thoughtful host. Helped us carry our panniers to our room and was fun to talk to.
Patrick Mulhern
couple
April 4, 2024
Excellent host, very attentive and friendly.
Patrick Mulhern
couple
July 1, 2023
Excellent host, very attentive and friendly.
bill
solo_traveller
June 20, 2023
Great spot. The proprietor could not have been kinder and more helpful . Breakfast was most welcome.
Victoria El-Bay
solo_traveller
June 3, 2023
“just what I needed for the night”
Friendly, convenient, great dinner downstairs, a very short walk to both the Chateau Villandry & car parking
David
couple
April 29, 2023
“We found the owner and his wife thoroughly delightful and very warm and welcoming and the food was excellent?”
The old building, especially the restaurant area.
Hannah Sacharen
couple
July 12, 2022
“We loved this place”
A lovely room in a historic building right near the castle and gardens. Our hostess was warm and welcoming. She was also very gracious about our request for vegetarian food. This is a unique spot with a quaint restaurant in a perfect location. We are especially grateful to our hostess for helping us choose a better bike route than what we had planned, allowing us to go through the nearby troglodyte caves in Tourquant.
Andrew
couple
September 11, 2021
“very close to the gardens”
the location bang i. the centre of the village.
Jacqueline
couple
August 2, 2021
Authentic experience at the Loire. Great stay and walking distance to the chateaux, great local food and super nice staff. Everything you need at one place. :-)
Facilities
Activities
Hiking, Cycling, Walking tours
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, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Snack bar, Special diet menus (on request), Restaurant, Bar, Wine/champagne, Coffee house on site, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Indoor fireplace, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Terrace
Parking
Free parking, Parking, Street parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Safety & security
Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
Double Room
This room features a fireplace, TV and private bathroom with free toiletries.
Suite
This air-conditioned room with a fireplace, TV and private bathroom with free toiletries.
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