We had a most wonderful stay with Marcel & Katharina and fado. We stayed with our three boys and were made most welcome for the entire duration of our three night stay. It is the perfect place to stay & we can only but sing it's praises. We really, really hope to return.

La Closerie Saint Martin has to be one of the best places we have ever stayed at. Our hosts were very friendly and gave us very helpful advice on which restaurants to eat at and the best places to visit in the region. The meal we had with the other guests where we sampled local wines and cheeses was very... More

A little haven of peace and a little piece of heaven, between the castles, the vineyards, the excellent cooking of Marcel and the delicious deserts of Katharina. We had a marvellous stay and will return with pleasure! A "must try"

Marcel and Katharina were outstanding hosts at their wonderfully kept, immaculate and cozy. With no prior plans we traveled making reservations on the fly the day we planned to arrive. Their excellent communications and quick responses were just the start of a wonderful 2 night stay. They set the tone and atmosphere for a very comfortable feeling and interaction amongst... More

We had a few beautiful and very relaxing days with excellent breakfast and dinner! Kathi and Marcel make a wonderful job and a cosy and comfortable "chambre et table d'hôtes" for those who like a place a little bit hide away. It's a very good place to go and visit most of the famous and beautiful castels. Susanne & Peter

Marcel and Katharina (and Fado!) weren't just our hosts. They became our friends. They treated us like family, welcoming us with open arms, warm plates, and full glasses. From the second we walked into the courtyard we knew we were somewhere special. Somewhere just for us. Our room was quiet and comfortable (Go team La Roche Bleue!). The meals Katharina... More

A glance at the preceding reviews suggests that it's pretty unanimous. It's a delightful place in a beautiful area of the Valley, and the hospitality of Marcel and Katherina makes it wonderfully welcoming. How they manage so well in half a dozen languages is beyond my comprehension, but during our week there we were frequently indebted to them for translation/interpretation/touring... More

This was our second time staying at this charming B&B. This time we brought our 16-year old son with us and he loved it too. The rooms are nicely decorated and the bathrooms are wonderful. The owners, Marcel and Katarina, are fantastic and very helpful in making suggestions of places, restaurants, markets, etc. to visit. We decided to do the... More

The setting is a tiny farm village near Chinon. Our hosts are Marcel and Katherina Hirt, originally from Switzerland. They speak several languages including English. This B&B was the highlight of a 3 week trip. Their helpful suggestions for sightseeing and dining were spot on. An added bonus was their gourmet dinners offered for a very reasonable price including wine... More