Auberge de la Caillère
Contemporary innkeeper — warm and family-run without being fussy. Old stone meets clean modern lines. Local food is taken seriously, sustainability matters, and the vibe is relaxed without being casual.
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Why It Matters
Chef Eric Rialland's cooking draws serious attention — Michelin Guide listed, Gault&Millau referenced, and guests consistently say the food punches above its price point. The breakfast won 2nd place at the 'Best Breakfast in France' competition. The 2023 modern wing brought the room count to 30, all with forest views. Located on the La Loire à Vélo cycling route and within 30km of six major châteaux.
A family-run 4-star hotel-restaurant in the Loire Valley countryside, owned by chef Eric Rialland and his wife Aurélie. The property spans two buildings: a historic 1788 stone farmhouse and a sleek modern wing opened in 2023. Thirty rooms, all with forest views, sit between six nearby châteaux — Château de Chambord is thirty minutes away. The food is the real draw: Michelin Guide listed and Gault&Millau referenced, with a gastronomic restaurant and a casual bistrot on-site. No pool, no spa — this is a place you come to eat well, sleep deeply, and pedal along the Loire.
Where You'll Stay
9 room types available
Charm Room
From EUR155 / nightSet in the original 1788 stone farmhouse — away from the restaurants, accessible from the garden. Renovated in 2021, 29m², sleeping 1-3. Ground-floor door opens directly onto a private 5m² garden terrace. More atmospheric than the modern wing but equally comfortable. 180x200 bed.
Double (180x200) · 29 sqm
Comfort Room
From EUR135 / nightA clean, modern 23m² room in the 2023 wing for up to two people (three with an extra bed). Direct forest view, 160x200 bedding, walk-in shower, separate toilet, 108cm connected TV. No terrace on this category.
Double (160x200) · 23 sqm
Comfort Room with Terrace
From EUR139 / nightSame 23m² footprint as the standard Comfort Room but with a large French window opening onto a private 6m² furnished terrace with forest views. Bathroom has an Italian shower (one unit has a classic shower). Sleeps 1-2.
Double (160x200) · 23 sqm
Junior Suite with Terrace
From EUR200 / nightThe largest room category at 34m², sleeping up to four people. Private 8m² terrace with forest views. Positioned between the two restaurants but fitted with triple-glazed windows — genuinely quiet. 180x200 bed, walk-in shower, separate toilet.
Double (180x200) · 34 sqm
La Maison d'Ambre (Gîte)
From EUR125 / nightAn independent self-catering cottage at the Cormier estate, 6km from the auberge, set within 5 hectares with a pond, orchard, and fir forest. Renovated 1700s farmhouse. 68m², sleeps up to 3. Fully equipped kitchen, 160x200 bed, private terrace with pond view, BBQ, sun loungers. No hotel services on-site — guests drive to the auberge for breakfast and restaurants. Minimum 2 nights.
Double (160x200) · 68 sqm
La Maison de Judith (Gîte)
From EUR105 / nightThe smaller of the two Cormier gîtes at 53m², sleeping up to 3. Same private 5-hectare estate setting with pond and fir forest, 6km from the auberge. Fully equipped kitchen, 160x200 bed, private terrace with BBQ. Can be connected to La Maison d'Ambre to accommodate up to 6 people. Minimum 2 nights.
Double (160x200) · 53 sqm
Superior Room
From EUR155 / nightA spacious 32m² room in the modern wing, sleeping up to four people with two extra beds. Larger 180x200 bed, walk-in shower, separate toilet, 108cm smart TV, and direct forest views. Good family option.
Double (180x200) · 32 sqm
Superior Room with Terrace
From EUR165 / nightA 29m² superior room with a large French window onto a private 6m² furnished terrace. Step up from the standard terrace rooms with a larger 180x200 bed. Sleeps 1-2. Accessible rooms in this category available on request.
Double (180x200) · 29 sqmTraditional Room
From EUR139 / nightA 23m² room in the old stone building, accessed via a garden staircase leading directly onto its own 9m² private terrace — the biggest terrace of any room category. Renovated 2021. Separated from the main hotel building, so genuinely peaceful. Classic shower (not walk-in). 160x200 bed. Sleeps 1-2.
Double (160x200) · 23 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
ZooParc de Beauval — home to giant pandas and ranked among the world's best zoos — is within comfortable driving distance. Hotel reception recommends especially the Equatorial Dome.
Six major Loire Valley châteaux are within easy reach: Château de Chambord (30 min), Château de Chaumont (15 min), Château de Cheverny (20 min), Château de Chenonceaux, Château de Blois, and Château de Fougères. The hotel is the ideal base for a multi-day château circuit.
The internationally renowned International Garden Festival at Château de Chaumont-sur-Loire runs from June to October, a 15-minute drive from the hotel. A major seasonal draw for garden enthusiasts.
The hotel's partner Vintage Cockpit 41 offers vintage and classic car rental for exploring the Loire Valley roads and château circuit. Contact hotel reception to arrange.
Electric and traditional bikes available to rent on-site for half-day, full-day, or multi-day rides. The property is 600m from the La Loire à Vélo cycling route and sits on the Châteaux à Vélo network. A secure covered garage is provided free of charge for guests with their own bikes.
The hotel works with two partner operators — Aerocom Mongolfières and Au Gré des Vents — for hot air balloon flights over the Loire Valley. One of the classic ways to see the châteaux from above. Book through the hotel reception.
Several nearby recreation centres offer canoe and kayak rentals on the Loire. Hotel reception can advise on the best access points. Not bookable directly through the hotel.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Lift access throughout the main hotel building.
Meeting/banquet facilities for private events, corporate seminars, and group gatherings. The hotel actively markets this as an event venue.
Free unlimited fiber Wi-Fi throughout the entire property — rooms, restaurants, garden, and common areas.
A cozy lounge bar with fireplace, open daily 7:30am–11pm. Cocktails, local wines, aperitifs, and snacks. Bar service available in the lounge, on the terrace, in the garden, or delivered to your room.
A doctor can be arranged on request.
Laundry and ironing service available for guests.
A garden with outdoor furniture for relaxing, plus restaurant terraces with forest views. Bar service can be taken outside.
The property does not have a swimming pool.
No on-site gym or fitness facilities.
Gift vouchers valid for all hotel services (restaurant, hotel stays, bar, grocery store). Available exclusively online.
Luggage storage available at the property for early arrivals or late departures.
A small shop at the hotel reception selling local artisan products, homemade items, and regional specialities — a useful stop for Loire Valley gifts and provisions.
Four electric vehicle charging stations at 22kW, located in the rear private parking lot. Complimentary for guests.
A closed, covered, and video-monitored bike storage room provided free of charge. Electric charging points for e-bikes also available inside.
Large private parking area located behind the hotel, off the road. Not visible from the roadside. Multiple accessible spaces available.
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