This former 17th-century mansion, now a stunning 4-star hotel. The hotel is situated on the outskirts of Tours, in the center of a property of 140 hectares with lake view Briffaut. Located 143 miles from Paris, 6 miles west of Tours and 2 miles from Luynes.

It used to be called the chateau de Beauvais, from the Latin “bellum visum” which means “beautiful view.” Hotel is surrounded by ornamental gardens and 350 acres of wooded parkland.

Rooms: 36 Total Rooms Superior room with queen or twin bed, king size bed possible on request. Briffaut pond view. Television, mini bar, direct dial telephone.

All rooms are for non-smokers!

Amenities: Business Center, High-speed Internet, Parking, Pets Allowed, Restaurant, Room Service, Swimming pool.

The restaurant serves sophisticated French cuisine, and there’s a lovely terrace for al fresco dining in the summertime.

Fitness, tennis, ballooning, wine tasting in private trogloditic cellar, Golf, horse riding, fishing.