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Reviews of Mas des Gourmands

la Villede 7 rue de la Fontaine Chaillot, 79800 La Mothe-Saint-Héray, France

#1 of 3 hotels in La Mothe-Saint-Héray

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 39 hotel reviews

9.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.7

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    9.6

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.5

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    10
    No choice of menu but excellent meal.Happy to go back
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing for us

    Shown the property by the friendly owner, cultured and interesting objects/paintings .

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2024

    10
    A gem of a find on our journey up through France. Excellent hosts, facilities and food.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. Everything was excellent.

    We loved everything about this property. Our hosts Ilse & Dennis really made us feel at home with drinks and food nibbles on arrival served out in their beautiful courtyard. We were travelling with our dog Aria who was also treated as if she was in her own home. The house is really spectacular and decorated to a 5 star hotel standard. Excellent facilities in bedroom including a fruit basket and water and there was tea and coffee making facilities in a very comfortable common area with a log burning stove. We had dinner that evening which was delicious and was prepared by Ilse who is a professional chef. Breakfast was deliciously prepared by Dennis with a large selection of products including lovely eggs and bacon. The food here is 5 star standard. We would strongly recommend this place to stay for one or more nights and we will definitely be back.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    9.0
    Uitstekend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    This is a very Pet friendly place, excellent for any traveler with their doggy friend. Make sure you ask for dinner at the house, the food was absolute fantastic. The owners were very friendly and helpful. You will feel home away from home.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 January 2024

    10
    This stay was excellent which we greatly enjoyed
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    We enjoyed our stay and have no criticisms to add.

    We feel fortunate to have found this accommodation as a break during a trip to the Basque Country. The warm welcome we received from our hosts and overall hospitality was much appreciated. The accommodation is very pleasant and decorated to a high standard and in good taste. We had opted to take the dinner option which was very good. Overall we could not have expected more.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 January 2024

    9.0
    Calming and restful after a long drive including 2 hours driving on new snow through France.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower interior was black and quite dark, it needed an additional light in that area.

    It was very quirky, the owners had spent time and thought renovating their project to provide a beautiful hideaway where you could want for very little whether it be an overnight stay or a longer trip. The jacuzzi was amazing even in outdoor temperatures of -1 to +1 C.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 January 2024

    9.0
    Dennis and Ilse were both welcoming and fantastic hosts. The evening meal and breakfast were both delicious, as was the
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The property was well appointed. Our room and bed were super comfortable with water and coffee provided and plenty of hot water. We were able to browse Dennis’s record collection and play some discs and made use of the sauna. The log fires were also very welcome.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Quiet location, beautiful surroundings. Lovely hosts, who give you warm welcome , super breakfast and amazing dinner( not to be missed if you stay there!)

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wonderful atmosphere and delicious meals. Cosy warm and very friendly.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 November 2023

    9.0
    A great place to relax. A truly gastronomic experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hosts are extremely keen to be very welcoming and accompany guests as they eat at the common dining table. We would have preferred them to be a bit more hands off as we just really wanted some peace and quiet. Ilse in particular can be forthright in her opinions.

    Fabulous food and wines! Ilse is an amazing chef. Dennis is friendly and both hosts go out of their way to make sure guests are comfortable, with everything that they need. Beautifully restored historic property. Very thoughtfully and comfortably fitted out. Coffee machine and tea-making facilities available for the rooms. Cosy, private living room. Spa area with hot tub and sauna in the barn, with a view over the countryside. Extremely welcoming hosts.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2023

    10
    Don’t hesitate to book a room here - it’s wonderful!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We loved everything and hope we can go back one day in the summer to explore the area.

    It was lovely that we could check-in at 3 pm on a wet afternoon and be warmly greeted by our Dutch host. As we were the only guests that night we were upgraded to a beautiful bedroom in the ground floor right next to a sitting room with log burner. It was so comfortable and tastefully furnished and we enjoyed an aperitif there before going through to the dining room for a candlelit dinner prepared by Ilse. A fantastic experience by a couple who know how to look after their guests.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2023

    10
    Lovely, rural idyll
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, it was all lovely.

    Loved everything about it! The room was beautiful, the hosts, Dennis & Ilse, were so friendly and welcoming. Lovely sitting room to relax with a glass or two wine and some very tasty complimentary The food at dinner and breakfast was amazing, we'll definitely be back.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 October 2023

    10
    A wonderful Chambre D’hotes in rural France
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    This place is a gem. The room was pretty, the bed was so comfortable and the shower was powerful with plenty of hot water. What set Mas De Gourmands apart were the relaxed and attentive owners Ilsa and Denis. Our dog was made to feel welcome too. They have an honesty bar with a pool table and a large barn with a cosy wood burner and seating for a pre dinner drink. Ilsa was a top restaurant chef and worked with Gordon Ramsey so the food was wonderful. It’s was a great two night relax on our drive down to Spain.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 October 2023

    10
    Don't all go at once, we want there to be a space for us when we're next in France.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing. Its just lovely.

    Ilse and Dennis are really great hosts. Their home / Mas is more an excellent mini-hotel than a chambre d'hotes. The facilities decoration, welcome and style are impeccable. Dennis gave us drinks and snacks from his bar when we arrived, and Ilse's dinner was generous, delicious and personally prepared to our tastes on both visits, and served with Ilse's excellent choice of wines. We had time in hand on our departure day, so we stayed longer, had a lovely walk in the countryside, and enjoyed a specially-prepared lunch under the sunny awning. After years of struggling with hotels in cities, this has turned out to be our very best place to break the long journey through France: it recaptured a whole day of our holiday, which otherwise had been lost to travelling. Only one thing to note - they have two small & friendly well-behaved dogs - which was fun- and two larger ones too, so let them know if you're not a doggy person! This is the first time I've ever given a hotel five stars on every rating - and it's a pleasure to do so :) Oh - i forgot to mention the super breakfast: don't miss it!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 October 2023

    10
    Highly recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had booked 3 rooms with friends. Had amazing experience, would love to come back again.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 October 2023

    10
    Amazing place
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property is extremely well equipped, facilities are great, I was part of group of friends and turned out we had the whole property for ourselves, which was very positive outcome. The hosts are very friendly the highlight of the evening was the dinner Ilsa prepared for us, when we booked we did not have any expectation, but what we got was amazing, we had michelin dinner day before and Ilsa’s dinner hands down was on the same level even better. We spent one night, but would love to stay for a longer time to take in all the benefits of the property. I hope to come back one day again. Best recommendations.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We liked everything !!

    Very friendly host, delicious food and tasteful environment

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 October 2023

    10
    Perfect overnight stay during our trip to Portugal, excellent diner and breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    very welcoming hosts, nice homely feeling. diner with love prepared using local products. Excellent breakfast, We will surely come back to this location.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    We stayed as a stopover, slightly of beaten track but well worth the effort, the Patron was exceptional and we wil call there again when in the area. dinner and breakfast were of an exceptional standard.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2023

    10
    Fabulous
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Lovely location, very clean, comfortable room with tea and coffee making facilities. After a long journey it is the perfect place to arrive at. Sitting outside in the pretty garden with a glass of chilled Rosé and homemade canapés before enjoying a delicious dinner, prepared by Ilse, was wonderful. A great breakfast, was waiting for us the next morning prepared by Dennis. Thank You Ilse and Dennis for making us feel so welcome, we will be back.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 September 2023

    10
    Fantastic stay wish we could have stayed longer
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Charming attentive hosts. Superb facilities, excellent breakfast and evening meal.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2023

    10
    The perfect stay on our way to Portugal.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, apart from we only stayed one night.

    The outside of the property is lovely and very relaxing. There is a wood fired hot tub and a games room with an honesty bar. The bedrooms were lovely and so comfortable. There is a communal lounge, which is also relaxing with coffee & tea facilities. Dennis & Isle made us feel very welcome. We had drinks and snacks on arrival and in the games room before dinner. We had a wonderful dinner that was cooked by Isle. Even though we left early the next day, Dennis went and got us pastries for breakfast and made us a pack lunch to take with us. I would say that it’s the best overnight stay that we have ever had 😊

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly staff.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2023

    10
    A gem 💎 in the countryside!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. Nadal. ZERO.

    A gem of a place to stay. Perfect location, beautiful rooms, the most comfortable beds, and linen. Isle and Dennis are 'the perfect hosts'. The food prepared - both breakfast and the evening meal were the top - in fact, the best food we ate in our 12-day trip. If you are looking to stay in the area, do not look any further - just call and book! We would love to return,and shall if we get the opportunity! Isle & Dennis - a big thank you from Tim & Di.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was great

    Hosts were exceptional, just like being one of the family. Breakfast was amazing...great night with drinks and dinner..

    Stayed in July 2023

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