I had the most surprising birthday treat by my lovely Husband David, whisked me, my sister her husband and my friends to a beautiful Chateau in France to celebrate my 50th birthday. Everything was lovely, from the service to the beautiful and tastefully decorated rooms. Food was delicious and very well presented served in hundreds years old china, and 200... More

My Family and friends Stayed for a few days in the Loire Valley In the most beautiful historical Family run Chateau de la Barre It is Owner by a french Count and Countess Guy & Marnie. Staying in a real chateau is something very special. We loved been sitting by the fire for the afternoon tea and in the evening... More

My stay at the Chateau de la Barre was remarkable because of the hospitality and warmth of the welcome I was made to feel by my hosts. Visiting the Loire valley is a great experience - lots of wonderful things to do and see. But staying in a real Chateau is something very special. My room was beautifully appointed, right... More

Our family celebrated my milestone birthday week at this wonderful chateau as the guests of Marnie and Guy. This long anticipated bucket list visit could not have been better from the wonderful advance planning, the warm greeting, the fabulous meals, the expert excursion advise and the genuine level of interest taken in making certain all was delightful. We could not... More

I stayed recently in the Loire Valley in the lovely little historical family run Chateau de la Barre. It is owned by a French Count and Countess whose family have lived there for over 600 years. Wow! The Count very kindly came to meet me at the local train station and also took me back. When I arrived I was... More

We spent 3 nights at Chateau La Barre in June 2012 and loved it! At first sight, the chateau feels more like a huge villa than a typical chateau, but once you get in, you can transport yourself to 1800s and even before. Comte Guy and Comtess Marnie personally receive, host and even serve you! Guy's family has owned the... More

My wife and I celebrated our 30th anniversary at Chateau de la Barre by staying there for 2 days, and thorougly enjoyed our time there. We felt totally indulged, and found our hosts (Marnie and Guy) to be fascinating and accomodating - Marnie had to drive out at night to "rescue" us as we found ourselves lost on return from... More

Exploring France’s château-filled Loire Valley, is a particular delight. But staying in one of the aristocratic castles is the ultimate thrill. We lived out our fantasy recently at Château de La Barre, which has belonged to the same family for over 600 years. The current owners Comte and Comtesse de Vanssay offer a few choice rooms and a small cottage... More

My husband and I stayed here for three nights and let me tell you, it was a fabulous experience. Chateau de la Barre is rich in history and elegance. I felt like we were staying in a ‘hotel museum’ where I could actually touch the artifacts, but very gently, of course! When I showed pictures of our bedroom to friends... More