Le Manoir Richemont

About this property

Surrounded by 14 hectares of secluded countryside, Le Manoir Richemont offers a beautiful holiday home in the heart of rural France. Set just south of the Loire Valley, this traditional estate brings together understated elegance and relaxed country charm, with expansive gardens, mature woodland and long afternoons by the pool.

The main house, with its thick stone walls and classic proportions, features six bedrooms and beautifully appointed communal spaces. A well-equipped kitchen with a central island is contemporary in style whilst the formal dining room and welcoming living area retain their own sense of character overlooking the surrounding garden. Upstairs, four of the attractive bedrooms include modern en suite facilities, while the a bedroom for children features pretty wallpaper and a bunk-bed and a mezzanine features two single beds which can be made into a double.

A short stroll through the garden leads to the charming garden house, a self-contained haven with three additional bedrooms plus three bathrooms, a full kitchen and a spacious living area complete with TV and DVD. Ideal for grandparents, friends or a small family, it offers comfort and privacy within easy reach of the main house.

Outside, children can play across the wild grass fields or spend hours on the trampoline and table tennis. Meanwhile, guests can settle into a slower rhythm on the dining terrace or beside the 12-metre swimming pool. With only birdsong and the rustle of trees for company, Le Manoir Richemont offers rural seclusion and extensive grounds.

The estate lies just 15 minutes by car from Richelieu, an upmarket and historic town with café bars, restaurants and all practical amenities. Monts-sur-Guesnes provides daily essentials from its bakery and grocery store just 4km away, while Chinon, Saumur and Fontevraud-l'Abbaye make for wonderful days out. Wine lovers and cultural explorers are well placed for grand château visits and wine tasting across the Loire Valley.

For those seeking space and traditional French charm, Le Manoir Richemont promises a holiday shaped by gentle pleasures and shared moments under wide, open skies. 

In the countryside south of the Loire Valley, this idyllic in the Vienne department offers the perfect balance of seclusion and cultural richness, located between Tours (75km) and Poitiers (52km).

Just 4km away, the quiet village of Monts-sur-Guesnes provides a handy bakery and grocery store for daily essentials, while the refined town of Richelieu, only 15 minutes by car, beckons with café terraces, charming restaurants and a bustling local market. Nearby Lencloître (17km) offers similar amenities, all surrounded by fields, forests and vineyards that stretch toward the horizon.

This corner of western France is made for leisurely exploration. The medieval streets of Loudun (17km) and Richelieu (14km) invite quiet strolls through centuries of history, while Chinon (31km), perched on the banks of the Vienne, is a must for lovers of wine and water. Spend a sunny afternoon tasting award-winning reds in atmospheric wine bars or hire a canoe and drift gently along the river, soaking in the scenery. Fontevraud-l'Abbaye (40km), home to one of the most remarkable monastic complexes in Europe, offers another layer of heritage and beauty.

Further afield, the grand town of Saumur (53km) enchants with its riverside château and equestrian traditions, while Tours – just over an hour away – brings cosmopolitan energy, gourmet dining and vibrant markets along the banks of the Loire. The region’s architectural jewels are equally accessible, with the fairy-tale Château du Rivau (25km), the elegant Château d’Azay-le-Rideau (49km) and the garden paradise of Château de Villandry (61km) all within reach for a perfect day out.

Wine lovers will be in their element here, with countless regional domaines offering tours, tastings and the opportunity to stock up on bottles direct from the source. For a fun family excursion, Futuroscope – France’s futuristic multimedia theme park – is only 40 minutes away and promises a full day of imaginative entertainment for all ages.

From world-class wines and castles to medieval towns and peaceful landscapes, this part of the Loire offers a little piece of paradise – and a wonderful base to explore it all.

Accommodation

Main House Interiors

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Entrance hall

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Living room with fireplace, Wi-Fi, card table and doors leading to garden

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Kitchen with central island and stools, well-equipped including oven and hob, microwave, fridge freezer, dishwasher and dining table. Door leads to garden

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Dining room with fireplace

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Separate WC and sink

First Floor

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Bedroom 1 with double bed and en suite shower room with WC, shower and sink

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Bedroom 2 with double bed and en suite shower room with WC, shower and sink

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Bedroom 3 (children's room) with bunk-bed and extra single bed

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Bedroom 4 with double bed

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Bathroom with WC, bath/shower and sink

- Bedroom 5 with double bed and en suite shower room with WC, bath, shower and sink

- Bedroom 6 with double bed and en suite shower room with WC, small bath, shower and sink

- Mezzanine with 2 x single beds (can be made into a double)

Garden House

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Living room with TV and DVD

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Kitchen-dining room with oven and hob, fridge freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and dining table. Door opens to garden and terrace

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Separate WC

First Floor

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Bedroom 7 with double bed and single bed and en-suite shower room with bath, shower, sink and WC

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Bedroom 8 with double bed and en-suite shower room with small bath, shower, sink and WC

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Bedroom 9 with double bed and single bed

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Bathroom with bath/shower and twin sinks

Outside Grounds

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Swimming pool (12x5m)

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Poolside sun terrace with loungers

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Dining terrace

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Table tennis and trampoline

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14 hectares of private grounds with rough grass, fields and woodland