Located in the heart of the Hodebert castle park, the Hodebert Stables is the ideal place to meet up with friends or family to visit the Loire castles and enjoy nature.

Hodebert Stables: your charming gîte in the heart of the Loire Valley castles

Nestled in the grounds of Hodebert Castle, the Écuries d’Hodebert guesthouse accommodates up to 8 people in an authentic and peaceful setting. This charming cottage is the ideal starting point for exploring the treasures of the Loire Valley: iconic castles, remarkable gardens, troglodyte cellars, and hiking trails.

The stables: from abandonment to rebirth

The former stables of Hodebert, built in the 19th century by the de Sarcé family as part of a major expansion of the outbuildings, once housed several stalls, a tack room, living quarters for the groom, as well as a forge and a carpentry workshop. This building, a testament to the intense agricultural activity that once animated the estate, had fallen into oblivion.

Virtually abandoned, the stables required extensive restoration to create a comfortable and authentic guesthouse. With its independent access drive winding through the forest, arriving at the stables via the estate's centuries-old woods offers a magical and timeless experience.

Your base for exploring the region

Must-see castles nearby: Take advantage of a strategic location in the heart of the Loire Valley to discover the most beautiful castles in France:

• Villandry and its extraordinary Renaissance gardens (40 min)
• Azay-le-Rideau, a Renaissance gem on the Indre river (35 min)
• Chenonceau, the Ladies' castle spanning the Cher river (50 min)
• Chambord and its visionary architecture commissioned by François I (55 min)

Notable gardens:

Touraine is a paradise for lovers of exceptional gardens. Discover the Jardin du Prieuré de Vauboin (15 min), the Jardin du Petit Bordeaux (35 min), the Jardin du Plessis Sasnières (40 min), the Jardin de l’Islette (40 min), the Jardin de Valmer (50 min) and the famous Gardens of Chaumont-sur-Loire with their international art and nature festival (1h15).

The troglodyte cellars and vineyards

Explore the cellars carved into the tuffeau, the iconic limestone of the Loire Valley, for tastings of Touraine, Vouvray, or Montlouis-sur-Loire appellation wines. Visit the mushroom farms and troglodyte villages that bear witness to a unique architectural heritage. We offer you our personalized selection of favorite cellars as well as a complete list of our recommended addresses: gourmet restaurants and authentic bistros, shops featuring local producers and artisans.

Hiking and nature

Direct access to a GR (long-distance hiking trail) from the property allows for walks or bike rides in the forest within a protected area. The château's 63-hectare historic park, with its centuries-old trees, 19th-century orangery, and heated eco-friendly swimming pool, invites relaxation and contemplation. The estate also houses a Neolithic fixed polishing stone, considered one of the finest in Touraine, bearing witness to human occupation dating back several millennia.

Our philosophy

We have furnished this house as if to welcome our loved ones: authenticity, comfort, and conviviality. Les Écuries d’Hodebert is much more than a holiday rental; it's an experience at the heart of the Loire Valley's heritage, where we share our favorite spots and our passion for this exceptional region. Hélie and Ivana de la Bouillerie, owners of the estate since 2004, along with their four daughters, continue a tradition of family hospitality, respecting the history and authenticity of this unique place.

An exceptional historical heritage

The Hodebert estate, first mentioned in the 16th century, is steeped in a fascinating history spanning three centuries. The current château, listed as a Historic Monument since 2009, is the result of three major construction campaigns between the 17th and 18th centuries. Its classical architecture reflects French refinement through the ages.

Since 1675, the estate has belonged to three prominent families. After Henri de Codosny, advisor and steward to King Louis XIV, the château passed into the Dunoyer family until the French Revolution. In 1808, it was acquired by Louis-François-de-Sales de Sarcé, whose descendants significantly expanded the estate, notably adding the stables, orangery, and greenhouses in the 1870s. In 2004, Hélie and Ivana de la Bouillerie bought Hodebert back from their family to continue this legacy and undertake a complete restoration of the 63-hectare estate, which has been a listed Historic Monument since 1944.

 Private chef

By booking the Maison des Ecuries, you have the opportunity, at any time of year, to call upon the wonderful services of Julia, a private chef with whom we are fortunate to now collaborate in Hodebert. After a long day visiting Loire Valley châteaux or strolling through the local antique markets, let yourself be tempted to discover original French cuisine.

With delicacy and talent, Julia takes charge of your kitchen and offers you a unique menu, concocted for you, cooked and served. Its ingredients are fresh and local, its dishes are flavorful, and the vegetarian options are superb. (Seared scallops, butternut squash and coconut cream; sea bass, shellfish jus, vanilla and ginger mashed potatoes; autumn ravioli, chanterelle and pumpkin, parmesan and walnut cream...). If you're interested, I can put you in touch so you can choose the menus together.

breakfast basket

If you wish, we can offer you a basket of organic products for your breakfast upon arrival: 1 homemade spelt loaf / sliced ​​bread / 2 liters of orange juice / 2 liters of milk / cornflakes / muesli / hot chocolate powder / ground and capsule coffee / butter / jam / yogurts / a slice of Comté or Emmental cheese / 10 eggs for €88