We stayed here in September,2012 for several nights while exploring this part of the Loire Valley, and we couldn't have chosen a nicer location.....quiet, charming rooms, lovely breakfasts and two of the friendliest and most helpful owners. Jean-Pierre and Helga greeted us warmly, with smiles on their faces, and were most accommodating during our visit. Helga recommended two restaurants that... More

Wonderful french breakfast in a sunny pool cabana. Upstairs room was spacious, nicely appointed and a nice bathroom but no windows in bathroom for ventilation and natural light. Wifi is available but only around the main house, i.e., not in your room. In rainy weather this can be inconvenient. The gentleman managing the rooms was very helpful and took care... More

We stayed 2 nights here and wished we could have stayed longer. This is a special place, beautifully managed by the owners Monsieur & Madam Minder who make you feel very welcome and are very accommodating. The Rooms are well maintained and very clean.There is a good size pool in the lovely grounds and a Breakfast room looking towards the... More

From the moment we arrived at La Croix de la Voulte, we felt at home. Jean-Pierre and Helga Minder, the owners, are very friendly and always there to help. We arrived at la Croix de la Voulte after a trip of almost 3500 km around Spain, so we just wanted to relax a bit and enjoy the beautiful setting of... More

We were stunned by the welcome of the hosts and the incredibly beautiful place. We were given to choose our room, which was hard as all of them were exceptional. We settled for 'Bourgogne' a pink Toile de Jouy suite. An adjoining pavillon was at our disposal for use of the kitchen and diner. As the wifi is a bit... More

This is a real gem! -- A hidden and truly lovely, well restored large property dating to the 15th century. Amazingly, it is not a budget-buster; very reasonable rates. All rooms are furnished with antiques and are very comfortable. Breakfast is served in the pool house, which is very light and cheerful. There is a separate building which houses a... More

We couldn't have found a lovelier place to start our vacation in France in September 2011. The charming and most dedicated hosts Helga and Jean Pierre Minder welcomed us with big smiles at arrival and from there on we just eased into four days of bliss! The place is so peaceful in a huge park setting and very comfortable. We... More

You will not go wrong here. The couple who run this fabulous inn are the most welcoming in France. The setting is lovely with pool, great breakfasts and lots of local information. Most of the wonderful chateaux are within easy driving distance...and Saumur is a fun town with its own chateau. The room we were in was large and lovely,... More

This bed and breakfast is a spectacular find with lots of charm and character. It is quietly parked just minutes away from the town of Saumur in the Loire Valley and is centrally located to a number of chateaus worth visiting. Our incredibly gracious hosts were Helga and Jean Pierre Minder, whom were not only helpful by email prior to... More