As guests in Saskia and Martjin's home and inn we thoroughly enjoyed every minute. Our room was huge, very pretty and comfortable. We don't have buildings this old in Texas so it was a little bit like a fantasy to stay here. The hospitality wonderful. The conversations with Saskia and Martjin were lively and entertaining...their English is perfect. The food was fantastic! I really wish we had planned on staying more than just the one night.

We have just returned from our 4-day stay over New Year's Eve in Abbaye du Palais. We have been coming here regularly for over 5 years with our son of now 15, and overall I would say this is one of the nicest places we know. A hidden treasure in an unspoilt part of France which offers great hospitality. A place where Saskia and Martijn - the owners - every time make a real effort to make our stay memorable!

Abbaye du Palais is a small scale chambre d'hote (bed&breakfast) in a former abbey in Bourganeuf, in the Creuse - a department in the middle of France. Next to the rooms they also rent out cottages. The rooms are all tastefully furnished in French style and overlooking the grounds.

The great hospitality, kindness and care of the owners is outstanding. They have developed the place into something very special with great personal touch.
The table d'hote (dinner) is a culinary delight. Martijn cooks up great 3-course dinners every evening, all accompanied by a very nice selection of wines. Breakfast is a treat too!
The domain has a lot to offer in both summer and winter. There is a lovely (heated) pool, a library, billiards, etc. The area is also great to go out hiking, cycling, for playing golf or driving around to discover unspoilt small villages.

We find that whether you come as a couple, friends or family with children the domain suits all tastes. All the children eat together before the adults do. A true treat to the parents (and the children think it great too)! In winter we gather around the open fireplace in the Grand Salon at the end of the day and have a glass of wine and a chat - or just read a book.

We shall be back again before long!