Welcome
La Roseraie de Vrigny
We welcome you to the dynamic commune of St. Georges-sur-Cher, in a wine-producing area at the heart of the principal chateaux – we are just 5 minutes from Chenonceau – and within easy reach of the world-famous ZooParc of Beauval and the annual Garden Festival at the Chateau of Chaumont-sur-Loire. Nonetheless La Roseraie remains a rare haven of peace and quiet, rarely found in today’s world, without TV or background music.
You can opt for an independent stay in la Petite Ecurie, the Studio which we have created in the converted stables opposite the house, and which now forms one of our four characterful B&B rooms. (Breakfast, included in the price, is normally served in the house.) Whichever room you choose, you will be given a warm welcome by Rosalind.
We propose a generous breakfast, consisting normally of fruit juice, stewed or fresh seasonal fruit, often from our own orchard; muesli, yoghourt, locally sourced breads and patisserie, accompanied by a selection of home-made jams from our store-cupboard, freshly made coffee, hot chocolate or a selection of specialist teas.
It is also possible to book dinner, which will normally consist of at least four courses, specially prepared for you, using locally-sourced fresh produce, with our own vegetables and fruit when available. Vegetarians can be accommodated. Advance booking essential.
After a busy day exploring the region, we offer an opportunity for relaxation in this wonderful haven of peace. The different gardens round the house are graced with around 160 roses; we have a formal vegetable garden, inspired originally by the famous potager at Villandry, and the property is divided by a pretty little stream , crossed by a Chinese-inspired bridge, leading to the park which is home to a very juvenile arboretum, the orchard and an avenue of quinces and hornbeams.
Rosalind, for the last 15 years, has been an honorary member of the Confrérie des Vignerons des Coteaux du Cher. For those with time to spare and an interest in how our excellent Touraine wine is produced, she will be delighted to offer suggestions for informative wine tours and tastings for individuals or small groups.
If English is not your first language, while you are here, you can take the opportunity to practise it with your Anglophone host.
Studio - la Petite Ecurie
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B&Bs: Soleil, Maître et Maritime
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Breakfast
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Table d'hĂ´te
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Garden: 2 hectares
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Close to Castles and vineyards
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Studio - la Petite Ecurie 〰️ B&Bs: Soleil, Maître et Maritime 〰️ Breakfast 〰️ Table d'hôte 〰️ Garden: 2 hectares 〰️ Close to Castles and vineyards 〰️
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La Chambre "Soleil"
La Chambre Soleil (16m²)
A comfortable luminous and airy east-facing room with extensive view over the garden, the stream and the orchard beyond.
Double bed 160cm, well-appointed ensuite shower room with WC.
Gîtes de France 3 épis
(Single occupancy : 85€, double: 90€)
Minimum 2 nights
A Tourist Tax of €0.66 per person per night is payable on arrival.
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La Chambre "de Maître'"
La Chambre de Maître (18m²)
Spacious, comfortable and airy room, originally a hay-loft, with relaxing décor and original artwork. View over the courtyard with its rose-entwined wellhead and the garden beyond.
Double bed 140 cm. Private shower-room with WC (not ensuite)
Gîtes de France 3 épis
(Single occupancy : 85€, double: 90€)
Minimum 2 nights
A Tourist Tax of €0.66 per person per night is payable on arrival.
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La Chambre "Maritime"
La Chambre Maritime (22m²)
A very spacious and airy room with original artwork and decorations evoking the sea and marine life.
Double bed 180 (divisible into two singles) and space for one or two additional folding beds if required.
Well-appointed shower room with WC and bidet.
Gîtes de France 3 épis.
(Double occupancy: 95€ + extra beds: 35€ each)
Minimum 2 nights
A Tourist Tax of €0.66 per person per night is payable on arrival.
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La Petite Ecurie
Studio, Gîtes de France 3 épis (44m²)
Cosy self-contained independent unit on two floors, in the converted stables.
Ground floor living area: kitchenette equipped with hob, refrigerator and microwave oven, etc., giving access to private terrace.
Spiral staircase leads to the bedroom: double bed (140cm) with ensuite shower room with WC and washbasin.
La Petite Ecurie: 99€ single or double occupancy (3 nights minimum) with breakfast
Table d'hĂ´tes
40 € par personne, comprenant apéritif, vin et café
ď‚· Vegetarians can be catered for.
Equipments
All rooms are equipped with a hairdryer, peignoirs and hospitality tray.
As La Roseraie is designed to be a haven of peace and tranquility, there is no television or background music.
However, WIFI Internet access is available free of charge in all rooms.
A typical generous breakfast at La Roseraie will include organic fruit juice, cooked or fresh seasonal fruit, muesli, yogurt or fresh cheese, an assortment of bread and croissants from local bakeries with homemade jams and marmalade, freshly brewed coffee, hot chocolate and an assortment of specialty teas. Dinner with your hosts John and Rosalind, in the French tradition with aperitif, 4 or 5 courses, wine and coffee; and using local produce and cheeses wherever possible, as well as organic fruit and vegetables from the garden when available, is excellent value for money. Prior reservation essential.
There are also plenty of local restaurants.
A picnic in our own park is an attractive alternative in good weather.
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La Petite Ecurie (studio) Gîtes de France 3 épis (44m²)
Cosy self-contained independent unit on two floors, in the converted stables. Ground floor living area including kitchenette equipped with hob, refrigerator and microwave oven, etc., giving access to private terrace. Attractive spiral staircase leads to the well-appointed airy first-floor bedroom with double bed (140cm) exposed beams and picture window giving view over the courtyard. Ensuite shower room with WC and washbasin. Electric heating.
Room rates per night for 2024, including breakfast:
La Petite Ecurie (Studio) 99€ single or double occupancy (3 nights minimum)
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The garden of La Roseraie is full of surprises with its 160 roses and its vegetable garden carefully tended by John. Inviting benches allow you to contemplate the enchanting landscape, while fruit trees offer their fruits in season. Cross the 'Chinese Bridge' and stroll through in the park with its wildflower meadow and orchard, you can also walk to the Lavoir where the locals used to wash their clothes. Relax by the Stream la Chezelle and watch the birds. End your day with an aperitif in the shaded salon vert in the company of your hosts.
Tourist information
Châteaux
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Spanning the Cher River and surrounded by formal gardens and trees. This castle is shaped by women: royal wives, mistresses and queens. The grand gallery spans the River Cher, which during World War II marked the dividing line between Free France and Occupied France - many people took advantage of the southern gates to gain access to Free France.
5km, 8 minutes.
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The largest of the Loire castles makes a striking impression. Don't miss the grand staircase, reputed to have been designed by Leonardo da Vinci, and the roof terrace. Walk through the public part of the surrounding park, now a national game reserve, and you'll find observation posts where you can spot deer and wild boar.
54km 1 hour
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Every street in the fascinating old town has something to offer: take the time to wander around. The facade of the castle with its exterior staircase is famous; the interior is not to be missed, and just opposite (combination ticket) is the House of Magic, the home of Robert Houdin, the father of modern magic, now a fascinating museum.
38km, 42 minutes
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Perfect symmetry and breathtaking interior, the castle is surrounded by an immense park. Take a walk, train or canal trip and watch the private, well-disciplined pack of resident dogs at afternoon feeding time. This castle inspired Hergé for the adventures of Tintin
38km, 42 minutes
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Standing proudly on the Loire, the castle dominates the city. Stroll the streets of Amboise and visit Le Clos Lucé, the final resting place of Leonardo da Vinci, where you can admire models of some of his fabulous inventions, and stroll through the beautiful park, with interactive examples of its machines, like a military tank and a Bailey bridge.
22km, 22 minutes
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Seen from the road, this small castle is elegant in appearance and has much to offer inside, including an interesting Vénerie museum which has everything to do with the history and traditions of fox hunting – come prepared join you for a visit in French! End your visit to the estate with a walk in the forest.
11km, 13 minutes
To see
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Ranked 4th most beautiful zoo in the world, the Beauval ZooParc welcomes more than 35,000 animals over 44 hectares for an unforgettable visit with family or friends
Embark on an unforgettable stay to meet more than 35,000 animals from all over the world, installed in the 22 territories of the ZooParc!
28km, 29min
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One of the most beautiful towns in France with its Renaissance castle and Gothic church, this interesting village is worth the detour. Travel another 10 km to the church of Nouans-les-Fontaines and the Chartreuse du Liget, with its private chapel in the woods, decorated with 10th century frescoes.
28km, 32 minutes
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From the banks of the river or from the bridge over the Cher, admire the view of the medieval houses grouped around the church under the protection of the ruined keep, one of the many fortresses built by the feared Foulke Nerra, the "Falcon Black ". The Keep still dominates the city in a menacing manner and is worth a detour to be lit up at night. Beneath the Keep is the small but fascinating museum of local history and archaeology. Also worth visiting in Montrichard is the Heavy Duty Museum with its unique collection of vintage trucks, old fire trucks and other historic vehicles.
A few kilometers further, in Bourré, you can enjoy underground tastings of excellent wines combined with a guided tour of the galleries where the stone used for the construction of the castles was extracted, or visit the neighboring troglodyte site where the mushrooms are still cultivated using traditional methods and admire the unique underground “village” whose creation, in high relief, occupied the sculptor for ten years.
7km, 10min
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The capital of Touraine and traditionally the center of any excursion to the land of castles has many attractions of its own. A stroll through the old town which survived the bombings of the Second World War, with its fascinating old half-timbered houses, narrow streets, antique shops and unusual boutiques and restaurants; St-Gatien Cathedral (don't miss La Psalette), the Museum of Fine Arts and the covered market are also worth the detour.
40km, 43 minutes
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Surrounded by water, on the banks of the Indre, it is one of the jewels of the Renaissance. A fairytale setting and small enough to dream of as a second home.
55km, 40min
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Geographically speaking, in Berry rather than in the Loire, Valençay resembles Chambord in its size and in its time of construction. Discover the exterior of the castle through a meadow of wildflowers before exploring an interior once inhabited by Talleyrand.
45km, 51 minutes
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Food & Drink
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(advance booking is essential) and you are in for a treat. Rosalind uses fresh seasonal produce (much of which is grown in La Roseraie's garden) to create a wonderful table d'hĂ´te menu, and you sit down with your hosts for an authentic French experience.
Guests staying at the gite have the option of barbecuing on your private terrace: the potbelly barbecue is wonderfully efficient, so you can be as adventurous as you like with what you choose to barbecue.
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Ă 10 min de route, large choix de restaurants.
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Troglo Degusto, Bourré
Gardens
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Château de Chaumont-sur-Loire
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Jardin de Tulipes
Inspiration de Tintin
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One of the last great castles built on the Loire, famous for its magnificent and vast French gardens. First visit the castle to see its splendor from the upper floor.
59km, 49 minutes
