Activities and things to do while you stay at Les Limornieres

ACTIVITIES: We have a range of bikes for you to borrow & should you wish we are happy to direct you to places of interest, good picnic spots, markets, walks, local historical, cultural, musical events etc.

Should you wish to pursue any of the following activities or would like us to investigate another activity please let us know and we will happily confirm prices and availability.

Le Calabash Cuisine Cookery Courses: Choose from a gastronomic 4 course lunch demonstration for 50€ including lunch to a fully hands-on 5 day course covering all areas of cookery & food preparation, just 15 minutes from Les Limornières transport can be arranged.

Fully guided fishing: Spend the day with Alex a keen and enthusiastic fisherman of 25+ years experience & discover the fantastic natural & unspoilt fishing opportunities in local lakes and rivers.

A full day with hot coffee, picnic, bait, permit & loan equipment too if required for only 70€ per person per day.

Holistic Treatments: by fully qualified and much praised Suzy Carter who lives locally and will visit Les Limornières by appointment. Rates are only 35€ for an hour long treatment. Choose from relaxing massage, reflexology or indian head massage...all perfect for easing you into your holiday.

Wine Tours: in Loire Valley vineyards with local, enthusiatic, experienced and bi-lingual guide.

Horse-riding: at Étableau only 5 minutes from Les Limornières.

Canoeing/Kayaking in the river Creuse at Descartes

Balloon rides: Spectacular sightseeing over the Loire Valley Chateaux setting off near Tours.

Catering - If your idea of a holiday is to have someone else look after the catering once in a while then why not
book one of the following:

Homemade arrival night supper including wine: 15€ per person (8€ per child under 12)
Select 3 courses from our menu ready to heat & eat. Please select your choice & pay with your balance.

Stock up shopping prior to arrival
Supply your list & we will ensure it is waiting for you on arrival cost of goods + 20€.

Breakfast: 7€ per person
Delivered to your cottage at an agreed time, 24 hours notice required.
Sample contents: Pain au chocolat, raisin, bread or croissants, homemade jam, local honey, butter, fruit, yoghurt and juice.

Picnic hamper: 15€ per person including wine Please provide 24 hours notice.

Home cooked lunch or dinner during your stay at Les Limornières: Including wine 15€ per person (8€ per child under 12)
Select 3 courses from our menu to be served at an agreed time, please provide 24 hours notice.

BBQ Feast including wine: 15€ per person (8€ per child under 12)

MENU: ChezANIA where pleasure from food is a priority!

Our sample menu is your guide; please do not hesitate to let us know your preferences or requirements & we will accommodate them if we can! At all times we endeavour to use home grown, fresh, local and seasonal produce so all items are subject to availability.

Starters    Spring/Summer:                   Beetroot, Walnut & Goats Cheese Salad (v)
                                                              Tomato & Goats Cheese Tart (v)
                                                              Charcuterie
                   Autumn/Winter:                   Carrot & Coriander Soup (v)
                                                              Pumpkin risotto (v)
                                                              Ham & Cheese Tarts

Main        Spring/Summer:                  Nicole’s Special Summer Upside Down Quiche!
                                                              Salad Niçoise
                                                              Pasta with Roasted summer vegetables (v)
                                                              Pissaldière
                                                              Pizza
                    Autumn/Winter:                  Nicole’s Special Winter Upside Down Quiche!
                                                              Lasagne (meat or vegetarian)
                                                              Potato topped Fish pie
                                                              Sausage & Bean Casserole
                                                              Chicken pie with puff pastry crust

Cheese                                  A selection of cheese served with fresh bread.

Dessert    Spring/Summer:                    Fresh fruits & Crème Fraîche
                                                              Tart Tartin & Crème Anglais
                                                              Crème Brulée
                                                              Chocolate Brownie
                  Autumn/Winter:                    Hot Fruit Crumble & Crème Fraîche
                                                              Bread & Butter Pudding