Luxury Lakeside Chateau Castle in Loire Valley, Island, Pool - Holidays and Weddings Destination Reviews

The Memory of a Lifetime

The Chateau Allure Du Lac provided the perfect backdrop for a once in a lifetime experience. An absolutely magnificent property. Totally unique and steeped in history. Each room lavishly furnished in period decor and completely renovated so that all our guests were as comfortable as possible. The owner went way above and beyond to ensure our wedding experience was as perfectly orchestrated as possible.... from the exquisite cuisine to the hot water bottles in the beds at night. The staff was simply superb. I could not recommend a property or wedding venue more highly. A wonderful experience on every level! A place to make your fairytale come true.

Clay & Claire, Massachusetts - Stayed: April 2017

Breathtaking Chateau & Stellar Service!!!

There are no words to describe the beauty and charm of Chateau Allure Du Lac. The chateau is breathtaking and the service we experienced before during and after our stay would rival the finest hotels. My childhood dreams of living in a castle have been fulfilled and I was lucky enough to be a real life princess (or at last treated like one). My family and I visited the chateau in September for 3 days for my wedding and we have more than enough beautiful memories and photos to last us lifetime. When we arrived we were warmly greeted with french pastries and refreshments and given a complete tour of the grounds. The chateau is absolutely stunning and every single room has been decorated and restored to perfection. Each room has a fun theme, with the underlying detail being luxury!!! The sheets and towels were in spectacular condition and the beds were beyond comfortable. The inside of the chateau was marvelous, but it was the outside that really made your jaw drop. The lush trees that scattered the acres of parkland left us in awe, and the lake gave us chills it was so beautiful. I can’t imagine the upkeep on the chateau as it is massive but the staff makes it seem effortless and they always have a smile on their faces.
Speaking of the staff, I must begin with how spectral the service is! Susy the owner is the most enchanting woman I have ever met. Planning a wedding in a foreign country can be very difficult, but Susy helped me every step of the way. She patiently answered every email with great detail and frequently checked in with me via phone and email to make sure I didn’t have any questions. At the chateau she never ceased to amaze me as she waltzed around the chateau sharing precious memories and assuring me I would have the wedding of my dreams. Susy is not the only bright star in the group as Kitty and Doug were there to help with all of the last minute details and keep everyone in a chipper mood. I will miss their warm smiles, and never forget the moment when Doug provided a blessing for us within the chateau’s chapel.
Lastly, for the cherry on top I must praise the divine food. We chose to cater 3 of our meals at the chateau and each meal was comparable to one you would receive at a five star restaurant. My friends and family are still wildly raving about the delicious meals that we were served. The only downside of having such amazing provisions is I have a lot to live up to as my now husband has tasted some of the finest food in France!

Breanne, California - Stayed: September 2016

Absolutely wonderful!

Our family group of 18 stayed at the chateau July 15-22, 2017. The chateau is absolutely beautiful - the rooms elegant and elegantly furnished yet very comfortable, the grounds extensive, suitable for biking, ;we rented bicycles from town), swimming, fishing, walking, playing frisbee, barbecuing.
Susy was a lovely hostess, always making sure we were comfortable and being well looked after.
And the food!!! We had all our dinners at the chateau, and the meals, 3 and 4 courses, were superb, with restaurant quality food beautifully served and elegantly presented whether in the Silver Dining Room or outside on the terrace.
This was a truly memorable vacation for our entire family.

Stephanie G., New York - Stayed: July 2017

Magical and AMAZING!

I don't even know where to begin. The chateau is absolutely beautiful and the grounds are breathtaking! I rented the chateau for a week and had my wedding there. It was honestly a dream come true and a fairytale wedding. The food was SUPERB, the staff was extremely kind and helpful, and Susy is such an angel. My family and I had such an amazing time and were saddened to leave. The rooms are magnificent and so beautifully decorated, as are the dining and sitting rooms. Anything we needed or asked for, Susy and her staff accommodated us with (fans for each room, fly spray, instructions on how to use the oven, irons, etc). We all felt at home. I just want to thank Susy for her kindness and patience throughout everything. She found me the best wedding planner, Laura, whom I also cannot thank enough. Because of Susy, I was able to have the most unforgettable wedding and a wonderful vacation with my family and friends. This was a vacation/wedding we all can't and won't ever stop talking about.

Olivia V., Florida - Stayed: July 2017

Outstanding facility
Our group of 27 enjoyed a wonderful week at the Chateau. The owners and their staff were very accommodating . Each morning the air was filled with the baking of fresh bread and rolls. Suzy and William keep a very clean facility. Our group enjoyed four fantastic dinner meals that were over the top good.
All our group were not ready to leave at the end of the week.
We definitely desire to return for a future week someday.
Marvin M., Springfield, Missouri - Stayed: August 2018

Stunning property with beautiful gardens
Not only was the house and the surrounding gardens stunning, the staff and owner were extremely helpful and easy going. What makes this restreat extra special is there is a huge supermarket a very short drive away as well as a lovely local town with a bakery etc. Would recommend this place to anyone!!! Top marks
Louis W., Hamburg, Germany - Stayed: June 2018

Stairway to Paradise!!

Our family was so delighted to experience a part of French history that your chateau has so graciously preserved and updated. We know that your undertaking has required great effort and a great understanding of the elegance of days gone brought to life once again with your beautiful afternoon tea and the elegance of your catered meals. There were 15 of us (all ages) in our family gathering, and we all had a marvelous time each doing many different things available to us, both at the Chateau and the neighboring restaurants and shops. The four little girls aged 6 through 9 had the most fun exploring this wondrous Chateau and didn’t find the chapel until the last day – we were there 7 days. One doesn’t have to build a stairway to paradise, all one has to do is go to the Chateau Allure du Lac if you want a magnificent family vacation as we did.

Renee D., Florida – Stayed: June 2016

Amazing Experience!

From the moment we arrived to the moment we reluctantly departed we were awestruck by the charm and beauty of the property. Susy, goes out of her way to make you feel welcomed and to assure that everyone is stress free and feel right at home. The chateaux is enormous, I kept on getting lost the first day. We had all our meals prepared by the staff and it was quite a treat, we savored every bite. Words cannot express how magical our stay was and I highly recommend it to everyone to treat yourself to the Chateau Allure Du Lac experience! I am already booking it again for next year!

Richard C., New York – Stayed: September 2016

It was absolutely PERFECT!
Our daughter found Chateau Allure Du Lac on VRBO and selected it for her wedding this past June. We could not recommend it more highly - it was absolutely PERFECT!
William and Susy, the owners of the Chateau were the most wonderful hosts during our week there. They welcomed us with open arms and were available whenever we had a questions or just wanted to talk. One of the guests had a slight medical issue while we were there and they coordinated a quick trip to the doctor. The Chateau and grounds were absolutely beautiful. The 14 bedrooms were spacious and clean. The kitchen(s) were full of all the cooking utensils, pots, pans and table settings you could want.
It is easy to get to the Chateau from either Paris or Nantes airports and even though it is charmingly secluded, there are many nearby options for groceries and other supplies.
Susy and I have kept in touch and we are already trying to find a way to make this a yearly event for our two families. We all have nothing but the fondest of memories of our week at Chateau Allure Du Lac!

Laura M., Dallas, TX - Stayed: June 2018

Beautiful Chateau to spend a relaxing vacation in.

We stayed at Chateau Allure du Lac for our family reunion. We were 16 adults and found the Chateau spacious yet homey. Susy and her staff made sure our stay was memorable. The ensuite bedrooms were beautifully decorated and very large. We loved relaxing at the pool and wandering the lovely grounds. The kitchen was well equipped for the whole family to prepare a meal. We also had a delicious catered dinner in a gorgeous dining room. Situated in the lively Loire valley, you can really feel you are away from the busy world.

Sharon T. - Stayed: June 2017