Name: Domaine de Roiffé
Address: FR

“The Domaine de Roiffé for the whole family! This was Nora’s idea for our weekend away. The four of us really needed a break from the fast pace of everyday life. So with our two little ones, Malo and Lila, we packed our bags and headed for this majestic estate, right in the heart of the Loudunais region.

As soon as we pulled up to the tree-lined driveway, we knew we’d found the perfect place: calm, nature and activities galore. The ideal combo for a family getaway.

Laughter on the golf course at Roiffé

On the first morning, it was Malo who decided on the programme: “We’re going golfing! We hesitated a bit, for fear that not everyone would find it to their liking. But when we saw that the golf course had been awarded the ‘Family Experience‘ label by the Vienne department, we were won over. What’s more, Malo had been dreaming of trying it for a long time. So we headed off to the 18-hole course at Roiffé. There, a teacher accompanied him for his very first initiation. While he was learning how to hold his club seriously, Lila and I went to the driving range to hit a few balls. Nora, for her part, watched everyone’s progress with a laugh, before challenging us on the mini-golf course. It was a simple, fun activity, perfect for getting into the spirit of the estate.

A tasty break at the estate's restaurant

At lunchtime, our stomachs naturally led us to the estate’s restaurant. We found a cuisine that highlights local produce, with a menu that changes with the seasons. Both sweet and savoury eaters were delighted, from starter to dessert!

Lila started by tasting from my plate, as she always does, before attacking her own dish. She immediately recognised the flavours she liked and it made her want to continue the meal without a second thought (which doesn’t happen every day!). For our part, Nora and I really appreciated the quality of the produce: local ingredients, cooked simply but with precision, giving a result that was both generous and balanced. And when the desserts arrived, it was Lila who insisted that we try hers, a sweet and perfectly made cream.

This time around the table allowed us to take a breather, talk about our morning and enjoy the friendly atmosphere of the restaurant. A real family break, just the way we like it!

Taking time for yourself at Domaine de Roiffé

We may be a family, but we know how to take a little time for ourselves. So, while Nora enjoyed a moment to herself at the Arborescence hairdressing salon, I took the children on a forty-minute easy stroll around the Domaine. From the first few metres, Malo spotted the little house where the Domaine de Roiffé chickens live. The children had fun watching them pecking, before noting the differences between each plumage like real little naturalists.

We then continued on our way to the Bicentenary Oak. Lila sat in its shade, fascinated by its size. Further on, we moved slowly so as not to scare the fallow deer. The way they stared at us, remaining motionless, captivated the children.

After leaving them, we went to meet the Solognot sheep, a local breed that the children found “all hairy and too cute”. We took our time looking at them before continuing on to thepond, where the calm water reflected the trees perfectly. The fisherman’s cottages on the shore inspired the children to imagine life “in a hut just above the water”, just like in their favourite stories.

This walk was a real concentrate of nature! The children observed their environment and enjoyed the estate at their own pace.

A gentle night in nature

After a day full of discoveries, we headed back to our room. The accommodation at Domaine de Roiffé is spacious, bright and open to an environment where nature is omnipresent. When we opened the windows, we let in the fresh evening air, accompanied by the gentle rustle of leaves. A total contrast with the usual rhythm of the house.

The children settled in immediately, delighted to have enough room to spread out their day’s treasures and choose their bed “just like in a real hotel”. Malo even proposed a “most comfortable bed competition”, before lying down like a starfish to test his own. Lila, for her part, had fun looking out of the window, saying that we’d be sleeping “in the middle of the forest”.

And when we turned off the light, the silence of the estate suddenly settled in, deep and enveloping. The children said that “it’s even better than at home” and, to be honest, we understood perfectly why.

Saddle up at the Haras des Ouches!

The next morning, we headed to the Haras des Ouches, located directly on the estate. Lila opted for a pony ride, proud as can be on her little steed. Malo, more daring, wanted to try out a horse “like the big boys”. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced rider, the team knows how to put everyone at ease. The walk through the trees was a real moment of serenity. The children loved telling the horses their secrets. And we simply basked in the precious serenity, lulled by the steady rhythm of hooves on the trail.

A moment of well-being... for parents!

You can’t leave the Domaine de Roiffé without visiting the Spa d’O Claire. After horse-riding, Nora and I enjoyed the hammam, sauna and a relaxing treatment, while the children played peacefully with a family we’d met there. We’d hit it off the day before and the children had hit it off instantly. So when the parents offered to look after Malo and Lila so we could go to the Spa, we jumped at the chance!

The contrast between the gentle warmth and the calm of the place enveloped us from the very first minutes. When we left, we felt like we’d pressed ‘reset’, ready to extend the weekend in the best possible way.

Shopping session before the end of our family stay at Domaine de Roiffé

Before hitting the road again, we stopped off at the Beaunord workshop-brocante (where I fell for a Scandinavian office chair). Then it was off to the Wezeen distillery. Bernard Jacob guided us through the world of his spirits, made with real expertise. The smell of the cellar, the precision of his work, the passion in his voice… even the children listened attentively. A friendly tasting session rounded off this gentle interlude.

Return to Domaine de Roiffé to organise an event

During our weekend, we bumped into several visitors who had come to scout out the venues for their wedding receptions. And it’s easy to see why: the rooms are elegant, the exteriors magnificent and the estate has a warm atmosphere, perfect for marking life’s milestones. It inspired us to celebrate our wedding anniversary. Even the kids loved the idea!

So when we left the Pays Loudunais, we promised ourselves we’d come back. Both for another holiday and to get all our family and friends together to celebrate our 10th wedding anniversary.

Because here, every member of the family has their own place, their own activity, their own time. And because the Domaine de Roiffé is one of those places that knows how to create unforgettable memories, in all simplicity.

Discover the Domaine de Roiffé with your family

Laughter on the golf course at Roiffé

A tasty break at the estate's restaurant

Taking time for yourself at Domaine de Roiffé

A gentle night in nature

Saddle up at the Haras des Ouches!

A moment of well-being... for parents!

Shopping session before the end of our family stay at Domaine de Roiffé

Return to Domaine de Roiffé to organise an event

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