Belle's Retreat

5 Grand Rue, 86330 Saint-Jean-de-Sauves, France – Great location - show map

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a bedroom with two beds and a light fixture at Belle's Retreat in Saint-Jean-de-Sauves
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Belle's Retreat

7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
11 reviews

Situated just 46 km from Château de Chinon, Belle's Retreat offers accommodation in Saint-Jean-de-Sauves with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as full-day security. With quiet street views, this accommodation features a patio and a swimming pool. Guests can make use of the sun terrace or the outdoor fireplace, or enjoy views of the garden and inner courtyard. All units in the bed and breakfast are fitted with a kettle. Featuring a shared bathroom with a bath and a hair dryer, units at the bed and breakfast also boast free WiFi. At the bed and breakfast, each unit includes bed linen and towels. A coffee shop can be found on-site, and in the warmer months you can make use of the barbecue facilities. You can play table tennis and darts at the bed and breakfast, and the area is popular for cycling and hiking. The bed and breakfast has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Chateau de Montsoreau is 46 km from Belle's Retreat, while Futuroscope - Main Entrance is 35 km from the property. The nearest airport is Poitiers-Biard, 36 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
2 single beds
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.8
Location
8.3
Free WiFi
10
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    Anne-sophie
    France France
    “Cosmopolite et pro hé de mon lieux de travail Deuxième que j’y vais j’y retourne en septembre”
  • C
    Christine
    France France
    “Un bon accueil Des personnes conviviales le confort de la chambre très bon avec un petit plus dans le service (eau, boissons, lampe...)”
  • Dirk
    Belgium Belgium
    “De hartelijke ontvangst en het heerlijk ontbijt. Zeer gastvrij.”

Hosted by Chris & Anne-Marie Williams

9.3
9.3
Host review score
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Chris & Anne-Marie Williams
Our 360 M² courtyard is stone built, south facing suntrap totally secluded and secure away from prying eyes which is also totally floodlighted, you are welcome to use either of our BBQ's and an electrically operated sun blind / awning, attached to the courtyard is the Barn (37 M²) that contains many outdoor games and a table football. You also have at your disposal two rooms in the adjacent converted Gîte where you can relax / chill out. You will find board games and T.V with DVD player. There is also a small fridge and hot drink making facilities. We also have a secure garage (26 M²) that you can store / lock up bicycles, kayaks / canoes or fishing equipment e.t.c. You will also have access to an outside tap should you need to rinse any items on return from your day's adventures. Interaction with guests Your rooms are situated on the first floor, however we live on the ground floor and are at your disposal should any problems occur.
Anne-Marie is a native French speaker with 20 years’ experience working in a secondary school in the UK, teaching French and German. She holds degrees in English, German and French, along with a P.G.C.E (Post Graduate Certificate of Education) and is also qualified to teach English as a Foreign language (TEFL). Anne-Marie also has several years’ experience of working in primary schools and teaching adults in community centres at evening classes. Her established career as a teacher means she has a broad knowledge of British exam qualifications. Over the past ten years, Anne-Marie has also been an international schools co-ordinator, developing links with schools in Finland, Estonia, Spain, France, Italy, Germany, Bulgaria, Hungary, Greece, Cyprus, Sweden, Nepal and Jamaica. Chris is a native English speaker who has over 27 years’ experience working in the Outdoor education sector. During this time, Chris has worked in the public, private and voluntary sectors across all of the UK and many parts of Europe. Chris has a passion for outdoor pursuits and is an avid rock climber and canoeist.
Our B&B “Belle’s Retreat” is situated in Saint-Jean de Sauves, a quiet typical stone built French village in the Vienne (86), bordering departments - Indre et Loire (37), Main et Loire (49) and Deux - Sèvres. The climate is warm and sunny. The area has a lot to offer from Saumur in the north to Limoges in the south: nature reserves, forests, museums, castles, parks, theme attraction parks (we have Futuroscope 30 Kms and the world famous Puy-du-fou parc 95 Kms away amongst others) various Zoos and we are ideally suited for visiting the six historical cities of Vienne - Poitiers, Chauvigny, Loudun, Châtellerault, Civray and Montmorillon.
Languages spoken: German,English,French

Property surroundings

Facilities of Belle's Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Shared toilet
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Tumble dryer
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Archery
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
  • Special diet menus (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Chapel/shrine
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool cover
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English
  • French

House rules

Belle's Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 12:30 to 23:00

Check-out

From 07:00 to 11:00

 

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prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Payments by Booking.com

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 00:00 and 06:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Belle's Retreat 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.

Quiet hours are between 00:00:00 and 06:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.

As a result of Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Belle's Retreat

  • Yes, Belle's Retreat is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Belle's Retreat is 150 yards from the centre of Saint-Jean-de-Sauves. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Belle's Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Room options at Belle's Retreat include:

    • Double
    • Twin

  • Belle's Retreat offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Games room
    • Table tennis
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Darts
    • Water park
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Horse riding
    • Walking tours
    • Archery
    • Swimming Pool

  • Check-in at Belle's Retreat is from 12:30, and check-out is until 11:00.