About this property
La Grand Cour offers a delightful blend of rustic charm and family comfort in a privileged setting for exploring the Loire valley. Tucked behind a large front courtyard, this spacious country home is set in one hectare of private grounds, with lawns that invite garden games, a poolside terrace and shaded spots perfect for long, leisurely lunches.
Inside, the house radiates warmth and conviviality. The fully equipped kitchen flows out to the garden, ideal for al fresco breakfasts or evening barbecues by the trees. Original beams and stone fireplaces add character to the inviting living and dining room, while a library/games room complete with billiard table offers a quiet spot for reading or family competitions after a day’s exploring.
With five bedrooms arranged across two wings, the layout suits both privacy and togetherness. A separate staircase leads to the master en suite bedroom, while the second staircase reveals a further double ensuite, a family shower room and three additional bedrooms including a dorm-style bedroom with five single beds beneath the eaves.
Outdoors, days pass easily between dips in the heated 13-metre pool, games of boules and relaxed meals on the terrace. Younger guests will love the trampoline and swings, while adults can unwind with a glass of local wine overlooking the verdant garden.
La Grand Cour is perfectly placed for discovering the best of the Loire. Just five minutes by car from the bakery in Benais and only 3km from Bourgueil, where you can hire bikes or linger over lunch, the area is rich in charm and convenience. Saumur, with its majestic château and riverside cafés, is just half an hour away, while the historic city of Tours is within easy reach for grander days out.
Ideal for families and groups seeking a relaxed base with space to spread out, La Grand’Cour promises a classic French countryside escape in a superb location for exploring the many highlights of the Loire valley.
On a country road leading to the Indre-et-Loire village of Benais (1.5km), this Loire Valley setting offers rural charm and cultural richness. Benais, just a five-minute drive away, is home to a traditional bakery for your morning baguettes whilst you are also only 4km from the market town of Bourgueil, where you’ll find restaurants and local bike hire.
The area is a gateway to the best of the Loire Valley. Just 30 minutes west lies the elegant riverside town of Saumur, with its fairytale château, bustling wine-bars serving sparkling white wine and excellent shopping. Head east and you’ll reach Tours in 45 minutes – a vibrant city full of museums, markets and stylish boutiques. For wine lovers, the entire region is a treasure trove. Taste the celebrated reds of Chinon and Bourgueil or enjoy guided tours through vineyards, sampling the best of the Loire’s world-renowned vintages.
Active travellers will delight in the many outdoor pursuits on offer. The Loire River invites exploration by boat or canoe, and the famed Loire à Vélo cycle route weaves through charming hamlets and riverside landscapes. A short drive south takes you to Candes-Saint-Martin (18km), one of France’s Plus Beaux Villages, where cobbled streets meet majestic river views. A little further in Chinon (23km), paddle along the Vienne River or unwind in one of the town’s intimate wine bars, soaking in the storybook setting.
History and architecture enthusiasts will be spoilt for choice. Visit the spectacular Fontevraud Abbey (24km), final resting place of Eleanor of Aquitaine, or admire the Renaissance elegance of Château d’Azay-le-Rideau (28km). The manicured gardens of Villandry (29km) are a feast for the senses, while the turreted skyline of Saumur adds a romantic flourish to any day out.
Whether you're exploring on two wheels, sampling fine wines or marvelling at centuries-old architecture, this location offers an authentic taste of the Loire – picturesque and irresistibly French.
Accommodation
House Interiors
Main Floor (with some steps)
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Entrance hall
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Living and dining room with sofa, fireplace, dining table and door to garden
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Games room/library with billiard table
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Kitchen with breakfast table, well-equipped including fridge-freezer, microwave, oven, hob and dishwasher
First Floor Wing I (via first staircase)
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Master bedroom 1 with double bed and ensuite bathroom with WC, bath/shower, separate shower and two sinks
First Floor Wing II (via second separate staircase, sloping ceilings)
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Bedroom 2 with double bed and ensuite bathroom with WC, bath/shower, separate shower and two sinks
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Bedroom 3 with narrow double bed
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Shower room with shower and sink
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Separate WC
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Bedroom 4 with double bed (connects with Bedroom 5 below)
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Bedroom 5 (dorm-style room accessed via Bedroom 4) with five single beds and shower room with WC, shower and sink
Outside Grounds
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Heated swimming pool (13x5m)
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Poolside terrace and sun loungers
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Shaded dining terrace with barbecue
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Trampoline, swings and boules court
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Garage with washing machine and dryer
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1 hectare of private lawned gardens with mature trees and flowers
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Large front courtyard and private parking