This is a fairytale venue. We stayed in the Persian room and I felt like a princess. Every detail has been attended to - beautiful linen on the beds, large bed room with sitting area, and the view into the garden was exceptional. We were running a little late to check in after a big day of driving - and we were greeted so beautifully and made to feel welcome and comfortable straight away. The garden is world class and I was very sad when I had to leave and tear my eyes away from the amazing views. If you enjoy beautiful gardens then this is a must stay location at all times of the year.

If you want to go back and experience 18th and early 19th century living, this is the place. It was charming, treated like a king. The gardens around the castle are exceptional, the staff was friendly and very attentive. The breakfast was excellent, their home made yogurt a delight. Room was above expectations with a very comfortable bed. Just want to point out, there's no TV in room, which in reality we did not need. It's a place for you to relax after a long day of sight seeing. Absolutely wonderful!

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Wow! The gates open and you enter a world of luxury and classic beauty. Beautiful gardens and the sounds of cooing or ring-neck doves. surround you. The decor in the bedrooms especially is spectacular, with textile panel walls and canopy beds. The staff's extra effort laundering on-site and ironing all the linens by hand makes them amazingly fresh --crisp and soft at the same time! Better than the 4 Seasons! Amazing property, lovely people, a not to be missed experience!

This was not a negative....We were dining with friends who lived close to the Chateau, but as it was the vacation time in France, and since many local restaurants were closed, it was difficult to get dinner, as they only serve breakfast at the Chateau. But the staff made sure that our kids were taken care of and helped them get pizza for dinner, warming it up in the kitchen. Above and beyond!

This is a magical place it felt like we had been welcomed into someone’s home, it was incredible staying in this beautiful chateau with a world class garden open to us 24 hours a day. Very warm welcome from the family and their staff. So much beautiful countryside around an amazing breakfast !

Everything was exceptional

Marie France was a welcoming hostess and the property is stunning. We enjoyed a dip in the heated pool and explorinng the gardens, it was really calm and peaceful. Breakfast was beyond generous, all really fresh and delicious. The rooms are spacious and comfortable while still being honest to their history.

Relaxing ++++. Beautiful grounds. Boys who looked after attentive but relaxed. Old world decor. Loved the pool. Really good value and there is lots to see within an hours driving.

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Extraordinary hotel - absolutely wonderful. We stayed only 1 night but regret we did not have time to stay longer to savour the magic. The building, the decoration and furnishings, and the garden were all delightful. The breakfast was also superb.

The biggest drawback is the absence of a proximate restaurant. There is one in the village 4 km away, but after that you must drive 16 km to Combourg, which is well worth a visit anyway. Remember, people eat early in the countryside.

Beautiful building and gardens! Pet friendly and welcoming. Our room was perfect, beautifully decorated and comfortable. Breakfast was amazing in the dining room served by a sweet woman.

Loved it all!! Only thing that would be nice, cafe food or meals. Not too far from restaurants but in the garden would have been spectacular

There truly was nothing that I did not like about Chateau de la Ballue - the staff was amazing, breakfast was fantastic, rooms extraordinary.

Nearby restaurants are few, but the staff has a great list and advised to book well in advance.

The property was stunning and the gardens were immaculate. We had a lovely time walking through them! The proprietors were also very gracious and welcoming. We felt truly relaxed during our whole stay.