We decided to stay in the Loire Valley for our honeymoon, which spanned the month of July, 2012…read more Lucky for us, David and Lise's studio was available for the whole time, so we snapped it up and descended on Monts without really knowing what we were getting into. Lise picked us up at the train station, and we sighed a comfortable breath of relief once we saw our new digs! The apartment is simply but elegantly decorated with furniture and other touches from France and Morocco. The kitchen was stocked for at least a day, and we gratefully relaxed into a different rhythm of life. Cut to the first weekend: we are sitting on their sun-dappled terrace, sipping Vouvray kir and meeting wonderful people who grace us with boundless hospitality and thoughtful recommendations for how best to enjoy our respite in Touraine. Our four weeks in the mill are a lovely, hazy memory now, but watching the evening sun on the Indre while eating something--anything--from the market was like living in a painting. We biked to local towns and castles, took the bus line farther afield, and always felt like we were coming home after a weekend away. This is an extremely unique property, made incomparably special by its proprietors. The region is worth visiting, but we couldn't recommend seeing it any other way.

Le Moulin de Monts is a wonderful haven away from the hustle and bustle of travel. Located within…read morean easy drive of all the Loire Valley sights this place is highly recommended for a short or long stay. It is set right on the banks of the river. From the main bedroom of the apartment we could watch the river flowing past, the children playing with their canoes and even the fish swimming in the water. I cannot recommend highly enough the peaceful nature of this place. David and Lise are both gems and offered so much assistance. On arrival Lise briefed us thoroughly on all the main places to visit, to explore, to eat at and more. We did not need to do any further research for our weeks stay. The fridge was abundantly stocked and a light meal and wine was there to greet us. After a long day travelling it was so appreciated and typical of the generosity of spirit of Lise and David. I would not hesitate to recommend this to anyone looking for comfortable, quiet, low key accommodation in an area rich and diverse in attractions.

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