Batisse en Tuffeau du 18 ème siècle au coeur
d'un site Troglodytique dans le coteau, dominant la vallée
de la Loire. Manoir du 15 ème siècle, un
château troglodytique du 16 ème siècle et des vignobles
de Saumur Champigny.
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The hotel is a 18th century mansion set in
the heart of an ancient village, on the side
of the Loire valley, overlooking the river Loire. It
is next to a 15th century manor and a
16th century troglodyte castle in Saumur-Champigny vineyards.
The area
shows many prehistoric caves dating from the 12th century
which were formed by extracting stones for the castles,
became troglodyte houses until 19th century when they were
used to grow mushrooms, to produce dry fruits and
as wine cellars. They also served to harbour travellers
such as Jeanne d'Arc as well as during the
100 years war and recent wars.
The manor built
by the lords of La Vignole in 1450 is
said to have been home to queen Marguerite d'Anjou
towards the end of her life. It is a
listed building and was preserved intact. Located 5 miles
from Fontevraud abbey, it is an ideal place to
visit the south Loire Valley, numerous castles and enjoy
the "douceur angevine".
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