Touraine, the garden of France, the cradle of French history and culture, has enchanted me ever since I was a child. I grew up in this former Carthusian monastery, a place steeped in history and spirituality, where time feels like it has stood still. From an early age, I was involved in the restoration work that brought this unique place back to life, in collaboration with the Architectes des Bâtiments de France. We have made a point of preserving its soul while adapting it with modern comforts, to offer our guests an unforgettable stay. Being surrounded by the royal forest of Loches, cultivating the vegetable garden and picking roses to make elixirs are just some of the little joys I savour here.
La Corroirie château-monastery is an exceptional example of medieval architecture. The church, a jewel showcasing Plantagenet art, with its perfectly preserved vaults and soft light, was consecrated by the Archbishop of Paris in 1206, in the presence of John Lackland, King of England. La Corroirie is also a fortified monastery, with a moat, drawbridge and imposing walls. This architectural feature was necessary due to the region's turbulent history in the Middle Ages, when monasteries had to protect themselves from attacks. The architectural ensemble is remarkably harmonious, and the atmosphere is peaceful and steeped in history.
At the end of 1200, Carthusian monks came to settle in a feudal stronghold in the heart of Touraine and set up their "corroirie”, a place of work and prayer where they cultivated the land to provide for their community. In the 15th century, at the height of the Hundred Years' War, Charles VII, anxious to protect his lands and their inhabitants, authorised the fortification of the monastery and installed a garrison there. During the French Revolution, the monastery was sold and the monks dispersed to other places. In 1899, one of my grandfathers, who had a passion for history and heritage, bought the old monastery. Since then, each generation has been committed to restoring it, bringing it back to life and preserving this precious witness to the past.
We offer more than just accommodation, we give you a real experience, a timeless journey, a place to live in, where we pass on the past and the history of an authentic château-monastery. We provide a warm welcome and are committed to personalising every stay. We advise on the best visits and activities in the area, help to organise meals or even concoct tasty dinners using produce from our kitchen garden. For breakfast, we serve honey infused with subtle aromas harvested from our beehives. The proximity of the Loire valley châteaux and the many opportunities for hiking and cycling make our region an ideal place to recharge your batteries and discover the treasures of France.
Get lost off the beaten track in our forest, a magical place where time stands still. Enjoy a meal at "Le Moulin de Chaudé", a family restaurant serving traditional, tasty cuisine prepared with fresh, local produce. Their fire-grilled meats are to die for! Enjoy a taste experience at “Arbore & Sens” in Loches, winner of the 2021 Fork Award and awarded a Michelin star, with up-and-coming young chef Clément Dumond. Taste goat's cheese from the Champion family, passionate producers in Beaulieu-Lès-Loches. Attend a sound and light show at the "Centre de Montrésor" and travel through time and the history of the region in a moving, poetic way.
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