Les Hauts de Loire is an idyllic, ivy-clad former hunting lodge nestled in the heart of the Loire Valley between the medieval cites of Tours and Orléans, boasting a Michelin starred restaurant and dazzling grounds. This is a venue famed for its gastronomy and a haven for food lovers, from head chef Dominique Pépin’s highly acclaimed restaurant and bistrot to the creations of pastry chef Tom Duclos, who produces his own chocolates, indulgent pastries and cocoa-based desserts. The hotel even boasts its own cookery school, centered around former chef Rémy Giraud’s vision and neoclassical cookery style. Art lovers can explore the estate’s open-air sculpture collection with resident pieces and regularly evolving exhibitions by contemporary artists, while those seeking pure relaxation will find a soothing haven in the Clarins spa.